What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feedlot Pen Rider position at Ag Jobs?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
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- On horseback, ride through pens, inspect cattle, and make decisions about pulling animals to be hospitalized
- Move cattle for shipment or treatment
- Gather and move strays back to appropriate pens
- Diagnose, treat, and record cattle health instances according to established protocols from consulting veterinarian
- Conduct pen and equipment inspections
- Notify appropriate personnel regarding dead cattle and repairs/maintenance needed
- Administer injections and other treatments as directed by Animal Health Manager
- Review daily agenda for cattle movements
- If shipping, perform head counts, retrieve cattle, and move them to scales and shipping pens
- Adhere to Agri Beef's Animal Handling and Welfare Policy, as well as OSHA, BQA, and other safety policies
- Maintain a positive attendance record by demonstrating consistent and punctual attendance on a regular basis
- Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Strong horse-riding ability/experience required
- Keen ability to identify distressed and sick cattle
- Knowledgeable in herding cattle
- Good time management skills
- Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and conditions
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
- Minimum of six (6) months related experience and/or training
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.