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Friona Industries

Pen Rider - Dalhart, TX.

Dalhart, TX · On-site

General Description / Objective A Friona Industries Pen Rider's priority is to ensure and maintain the health and welfare of the cattle in the feedyard. An effective Pen Rider serves as the first ...

Friona Industries

Pen Rider - Dalhart, TX.

Dalhart, TX · On-site

Observe livestock daily to recognize and report sick cattle and various feedyard problems * Immediately report any unusual or excessive sickness to the cattle manager * Inspect water and watering ...

HARRIS FEEDING CO

Truck Loader (25329)

Coalinga, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $18/hr

Cowboy Supervisor and Cattle Manager.Duties/Responsibilities:Responsible for noting strays, poor doers, downer animals, or other animals not destined for processing.Gather, sort, count, and load ...

Wilks Brothers

Ranch Hand

Cottonwood, ID · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

This role involves hands-on "cowboy work" and is ideal for individuals--or a husband-and-wife team--who enjoy working outdoors, are experienced with cattle, and take pride in maintaining land ...

Halter Inc.

Field Sales

Iowa, LA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

Wilks

Ranch Hand

Cottonwood, ID · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

This role involves hands-on "cowboy work" and is ideal for individuals-or a husband-and-wife team-who enjoy working outdoors, are experienced with cattle, and take pride in maintaining land ...

Halter Inc.

Field Sales

West Plains, MO · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

Halter

Territory Manager (Missouri Boot Heel)

Sikeston, MO · On-site

$140K - $190K/yr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

black.ai

Territory Manager (Virginia)

Virginia, MN · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

Halter Inc.

Field Sales

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

Icehouseventures

Territory Manager (Kansas)

Salina, KS · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break? No quad bikes, no ... About the role Ever dream about being in tech but aren't quite ready to trade in your cowboy boots?

Icehouseventures

Territory Manager (Nevada)

Nevada, IA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cattle cowboy in the United States is $20.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cattle cowboy?

Cattle cowboys are skilled workers who manage and care for cattle, typically on ranches or large farms. Their duties include herding, feeding, branding, and monitoring the health of the animals, as well as maintaining fences and equipment. Cowboys often work long hours outdoors and use horses or ATVs to move herds across pastures. The role is essential to livestock operations and is a vital part of the ranching industry in many regions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cattle cowboy, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cattle Cowboy, you need a solid understanding of livestock handling, animal husbandry, and basic veterinary care, often gained through hands-on experience or agricultural training. Familiarity with ranch equipment, horses, ATVs, and sometimes GPS systems is also important for daily operations. Strong work ethic, resilience, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing livestock and collaborating with team members. These skills are essential for ensuring cattle health, operational efficiency, and safety in often challenging outdoor environments.

What are the typical challenges faced by a cattle cowboy during seasonal changes, and how can they prepare for them?

Cattle Cowboys often encounter unique challenges during seasonal changes, such as managing herd health during extreme weather, ensuring cattle have access to adequate food and water, and adapting to shifting grazing patterns. In the winter, harsh conditions may require extra feeding and shelter, while in the summer, heat stress and water scarcity can be concerns. To prepare, Cowboys monitor weather forecasts, maintain equipment, and coordinate closely with ranch managers and veterinarians to develop contingency plans. Staying adaptable and proactive is key to successfully navigating these seasonal hurdles.

What is the difference between Cattle Cowboy vs Ranch Hand?

AspectCattle CowboyRanch Hand
CredentialsNone required, experience preferredNone required, experience preferred
Work EnvironmentOpen range, ranches, farmsOpen range, ranches, farms
Industry UsagePrimarily in cattle herding and ranchingGeneral farm and ranch work, including cattle

Both Cattle Cowboys and Ranch Hands work in ranch environments, often performing similar tasks like herding cattle and maintaining ranch operations. However, Cattle Cowboys typically focus specifically on cattle herding and riding skills, while Ranch Hands may handle a broader range of farm chores. The roles often overlap, but Cattle Cowboys are more specialized in cattle management.

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Pen Rider North #1 -Sublette, KS

Sublette, KS • On-site

Friona Industries
Cattle Farming • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Observe livestock daily to recognize and report sick cattle and feedyard problems.

  • Segregate and remove sick cattle from pens, transfer them to hospital area, and assist in their care and sorting.

  • Inspect water and watering systems, report issues, and handle cattle movement and handling tasks as needed.

Job description

Friona Industries Pen Rider’s priority is to ensure and maintain the health and welfare of the cattle in the feedyard. An effective Pen Rider serves as the first line of detection and communication regarding the health and welfare of the entire feedyard. A Pen Rider will work closely with all feedyard departments both as an individual and as a member of a team to establish the highest quality care and maintenance of the feedyard to ensure the welfare of livestock while contributing to the overall success of the feedyard team.

Roles and Tasks
• Adhere to Beef Quality Assurance standards and procedures
• Observe livestock daily to recognize and report sick cattle and various feedyard problems
• Immediately report any unusual or excessive sickness to the cattle manager
• Inspect water and watering system every time a pen is entered and report any issues or maintenance necessary to the Cattle Manager
• Segregate and remove sick cattle from pens and transfer them to hospital area containment
• Place all stray cattle in proper pens and be constantly alert for cattle requiring additional attention
• Assists in shipment and movement of cattle by opening gates, driving cattle to required areas for weighing and counting, and handling strays
• Care and maintenance of horses, tack, and facilities
• Sort and return hospital cattle back to pens as required
• Rides and handles horses safely with awareness of surroundings and potential harmful situations
• Observe and record all stiff and prolapsed cattle and pull if necessary
• Continual observance and adherence of all safety policies and procedures
• Promote, support, and participate in all company policies, procedures and programs

Specific Knowledge:
• Basic Knowledge of livestock health and habits
• Knowledge of fundamental animal health programs
• Understand and apply human handling policies and procedure of cattle and horse livestock
• Understand the consulting veterinarian’s requirements regarding cattle to be pulled
• Experienced in safe horse riding, handling, and maintenance

Special Conditions / Requirements:
• Physical Requirements Include: standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, shoveling, working equipment, and handling livestock, mounting, dismounting and riding
• Considerable exposure to weather such as: rain, sleet, snow, hail, heat, cold, wind, and dust
• Daily close proximity to livestock
• Occasional physical exertion during administration of medical attention

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities and we will not unlawfully consider any factors of race, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender, disability veteran status or any and all other unlawful biases regarding federal, state or local laws with regard to workers or applicants.

Friona Industries participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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