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Simplot

Cattle Hauler

Grand View, ID · On-site

... cattle, agricultural products, and feed commodities within regional delivery areas and on long-haul ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and ...

J.R. Simplot Company

Cattle Hauler

Grand View, ID

... cattle, agricultural products, and feed commodities within regional delivery areas and on long-haul ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average weekly pay for contract owner operator cattle hauling in the United States is $4,395.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,403.85 and $6,538.46 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Contract Owner Operator Cattle Hauling jobs involve independent truck drivers who own and operate their own vehicles to transport cattle for various clients under contract agreements. These professionals are responsible for ensuring the safe, humane, and timely delivery of livestock, while also handling regulatory paperwork and vehicle maintenance. The job offers flexibility and the potential for higher earnings, but also requires managing your own business expenses and compliance with transportation and animal welfare laws.

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To thrive as a Contract Owner Operator Cattle Hauling, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), experience in livestock transportation, and knowledge of animal welfare regulations. Familiarity with livestock trailers, GPS navigation systems, and compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines is essential. Strong time management, problem-solving skills, and effective communication with clients and dispatch are important soft skills. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and humane transport of cattle, while maintaining regulatory compliance and client trust.

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Contract owner operator cattle haulers often face challenges such as maintaining strict animal welfare standards during transport, managing long hours on the road, and adhering to regulatory requirements for livestock transportation. Ensuring proper trailer maintenance, keeping up-to-date with industry regulations, and planning efficient routes can help mitigate these challenges. Additionally, building strong relationships with ranchers, feedlots, and buyers can lead to more consistent work and smoother operations.
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Infographic showing various Contract Owner Operator Cattle Hauling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 59% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $228,575 per year, or $109.9 per hour.

Cattle Hauler

Simplot

Grand View, ID • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

J.R. Simplot rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

214th of 443 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Operate diesel-powered tractor/trailer combinations to transport cattle and agricultural products, including feed commodities and other materials in both loose and packaged forms. 

Key Responsibilities
  • Operates tractor/trailer combinations to transport cattle, agricultural products, and feed commodities within regional delivery areas and on long-haul routes.
  • Assists with loading and unloading of products; proficient in forklift operation and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Supports livestock handling during loading and unloading; ensures accurate documentation of headcounts and weights.
  • Performs thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, identifying and reporting defects. Checks and maintains equipment including lights, brakes, and tires.
  • Replenishes fluids such as fuel, oil, and water; maintains truck and trailer cleanliness, including manure removal and regular washing.
  • Completes and maintains daily driver logs in compliance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
  • Adheres to all DOT and DMV regulations, ensuring safe and lawful transport operations. 
Typical Education
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
Relevant Experience
  • Minimum of one year over-the-road driving experience and/or equivalent training from a certified driving school 
Key Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Must be able to pass DOT physical, both written and driving tests, and have a thorough knowledge of DOT driving regulations.
  • Work days may include nights, weekends and holidays, depending on business need and delivery schedule. 
Requirements
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License, with all endorsements except buses. 
Key Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, road signs, maps, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals 
Work Environment
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes, dirt and dust, or airborne particles and vibration.
  • The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  

Job Requisition ID: 26369

Travel Required: Less than 10%

Location(s): L&L Feedlot - Grand View 

Country: United States


**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. 

If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**

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The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Boise, ID, US

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