What are the responsibilities and job description for the Feedlot Pen Rider position at Agri Beef?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- OR minimum of six (6) months related experience and/or training