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Friona Industries

Yard Maintenance - Bovina, TX

Bovina, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Yard Maintenance works closely with all feedyard departments, as an individual and as a team member, to establish the highest quality care and maintenance of the feedyard to ensure the welfare of ...

Friona Industries

Pen Rider - Friona, TX

Friona, TX · On-site

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 ...

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Friona Industries

Pen Rider - Bovina, TX

Bovina, TX · On-site

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 ...

Agri Beef

Penrider-H

Parma, ID · On-site

Our Boise Valley feedyard is in Parma, Idaho and the primary goal of our feedyard is to maintain optimal health and well-being of our animals. We are looking for a Pen Rider at our cattle feedyard in ...

Agri Beef

Penrider-H

Parma, ID

Our Boise Valley feedyard is in Parma, Idaho and the primary goal of our feedyard is to maintain optimal health and well-being of our animals. We are looking for a Pen Rider at our cattle feedyard in ...

Patterson

Account Executive

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

S. feedyard industry. You'll own the entire sales process -- from prospecting and qualifying leads to running demos, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. This is a high-growth opportunity for ...

Pattersoncompanies

Account Executive

Amarillo, TX

$80K - $120K/yr

S. feedyard industry.You'llown the entire sales process - from prospecting and qualifying leads to running demos, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. This is a high-growth opportunity for ...

Patterson Companies

Account Executive

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

S. feedyard industry. You'll own the entire sales process - from prospecting and qualifying leads to running demos, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. This is a high-growth opportunity for ...

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How much do feedyard jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for feedyard in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in a feedyard?

In a feedyard position, you'll be responsible for feeding cattle according to specified rations, monitoring animal health, checking for signs of illness or injury, and keeping records of feed and livestock activities. Daily tasks may also involve operating machinery, cleaning pens, assisting with veterinary treatments, and maintaining facility equipment. Teamwork is especially important, as feedyard staff often coordinate feeding schedules and health checks with managers, nutritionists, and veterinarians. Handling unexpected situations, such as weather changes or livestock health emergencies, is also a regular part of the job. This variety ensures the work remains engaging and that the cattle remain healthy and productive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Feedyard position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a feedyard role, you need practical knowledge of livestock handling, animal nutrition, and basic maintenance, often gained through hands-on experience or agricultural training. Familiarity with data logging systems, feed delivery equipment, and sometimes certification in animal care or equipment operation is beneficial. Dependability, effective communication, and problem-solving are key soft skills for navigating daily challenges and collaborating with team members. These qualifications ensure efficient livestock care, facility operations, and overall animal health and productivity in a feedyard environment.

What is a Feedyard job?

A feedyard job involves caring for cattle in a confined feeding operation where they are fed a specialized diet to promote growth before processing. Responsibilities may include feeding, monitoring animal health, maintaining equipment, and managing environmental conditions. Workers ensure cattle receive proper nutrition and medical care while maintaining facility cleanliness and efficiency. Feedyard employees play a crucial role in the beef production process by optimizing cattle health and growth.

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Yard Maintenance - Bovina, TX

Yard Maintenance - Bovina, TX

Friona Industries

Bovina, TX • On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 hours ago

Job description

The Yard Maintenance team ensures and maintains the overall functionality of the feedyard. Yard Maintenance ensures the day to day maintenance and repair of the entire feedyard facility. They will work closely with the Yard Maintenance Manager to identify and develop a maintenance schedule to support working best practices that promote preventative maintenance practices. Yard Maintenance works closely with all feedyard departments, as an individual and as a team member, 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
  • Responsible for feedyard layout and the construction of yard construction and improvements
  • Perform the repair and maintenance of watering systems, fences, equipment maintenance, yard signage, vehicle maintenance
  • Continual observance and adherence of all safety policies and procedures
  • Promote, support, and participate in all company policies, procedures and programs
  • Other duties and job assignments are necessary for feedyard effectiveness
  • Maintains and repairs road surfaces, bunk pads, pens and alleys by filling in holes, and removing accumulated waste and debris.
  • Ensures the operation of equipment by recording and completing servicing requirements specified by equipment need and yard maintenance schedule to establish procedures that support preventative maintenance practices, including: fueling, checking fluid levels, checking filters, greasing, and cleaning equipment.
  • Identifies and communicates with the Yard Maintenance Manager all maintenance and general cleanliness associated with the proper function of the yard.
  • This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
  • Moving machinery, industrial equipment, vehicular and livestock traffic
  • Physical Requirements Include: standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, shoveling, and operating equipment and heavy machinery.
  • 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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