About the Company:
Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate 15 Feedyards and Outside Cattle Locations producing over a million head of fed cattle annually. The Company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.
Cactus Feeders has recently started managing 2 growyards in the Burlington, CO, area. About 6 miles apart, they have a one-time capacity of around 25,000 head.
Location: Burlington Feeders – Burlington, Colorado
Department: Cattle Department
Schedule: Full-Time | Rotational Weekends | Outdoor Work Environment
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About the Role:
Burlington Feeders is currently hiring for the Doctoring Crew within the Cattle Department. This essential role is responsible for the daily care, treatment, and monitoring of cattle health. Under the supervision of the Doctoring Crew Manager and in coordination with our on-staff veterinarian, team members are trained to properly identify and treat sick animals, ensuring the well-being and performance of the cattle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform daily pen checks to observe cattle behavior and detect signs of illness or injury
- Accurately diagnose health conditions using training provided and under veterinarian protocols
- A ****dminister prescribed treatments and medications via injection, oral dosing, or other approved methods
- Properly restrain cattle in a low-stress, safe, and efficient manner
- Maintain accurate animal health records and treatment logs
- Assist with cattle processing, receiving, shipping, and movement as needed
- Collaborate with the doctoring crew manager, yard crew, and veterinarian to ensure animal welfare standards are met
- Follow biosecurity protocols and comply with all regulatory and safety standards (including BQA guidelines)
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- High school diploma, GED, or Technical/Trade School certification (preferred but not required)
- Prior experience handling cattle and administering treatment is preferred
- BQA (Beef Quality Assurance) certification or training is a plus
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team environment
- Strong attention to detail, observation skills, and commitment to animal care
- Ability to multitask and adapt to changing responsibilities throughout the day
- Physical ability to: stand, walk, and work outdoors for long periods
- Work in various weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust, rain)
- Safely handle livestock and perform physically demanding tasks
Pay and Benefits:
- Wages based on qualifications, skills, and experience - $14.81-$20 per hour
- Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly with direct deposit
- Competitive and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Continuing Education & Scholarship Opportunities
- On-the-job training and opportunity for advancement within the company
Cactus Feeders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristicprotected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.