What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard hand position at Rocky Ford Livestock, Inc.?
· Assists in the shipment of fat cattle by opening gates, driving cattle to shipping areas for weighing; counting cattle and separating strays; checking withdrawals.
· Moves/drives cattle from one area of the yard to another by utilizing humane low-stress techniques including the slow movement of cattle.
· Returns treated cattle to home pens from hospitals.
· Returns stray animals to home pens.
· Assists in processing of cattle
· Reports observed pen maintenance issues to appropriate yard employee for repair (broken water tanks, bunks, holes, etc.).
· Operates machinery
. Learn to effectively operate and run a feed truck. This position will serve as a back up feed truck driver
· Alerts supervisor to possible problem pens through observance of unusual trends (including concerns about feed, conditions of cattle received, etc.).
- All other duties assignedIncluding assisting all owners, managers, and supervisors with any/all additional task or projects as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.16 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15