Overnight Feedyard Security & Caretaker

Friona Industries; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Friona Industries is seeking an overnight Night Watchman to patrol the feedyard from 5:00pm to 5:30am, monitor entry points, and assist with loading and unloading cattle as needed. The role includes basic housekeeping, mechanical tasks, and ensuring safe working conditions.

The position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays while maintaining security and responding to emergencies or requests from staff.

Qualifications

• Be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.
• This role includes general housekeeping duties.
• Mechanical ability is desired.

Responsibilities

• Be on duty and patrol the feedyard from 5:00pm until 5:30am.
• Prevent illegal entry and oversee access to the premises.
• Provide customer service as loads enter and exit the yard.
• Receive incoming cattle and commodities as needed.
• Move cattle into pens and tag them for processing.
• Maintain pen environments, feed levels, and water conditions.
• Perform night checks on feed and water systems.
• Report emergencies and unsafe conditions to staff.
• Observe wildlife and weather conditions and respond appropriately.

Skills

Night shifts

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Tools

Video cameras

Job description

Friona Industries is seeking an overnight Night Watchman to patrol the feedyard from 5:00pm to 5:30am, monitor entry points, and assist with loading and unloading cattle as needed. The role includes basic housekeeping, mechanical tasks, and ensuring safe working conditions.

The position requires strong communication, attention to detail, and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays while maintaining security and responding to emergencies or requests from staff.