What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ranch Hand position at Colorado Canyon Feeders?
Job Description
Job Description
Duties / Responsibilities :
Assist in all facets of the Feedlot pertaining to Cattle Operations (i.e., Processing, Feeding, Cattle Health, Load Out, Cattle Distribution, and East Lot).
Administer implants, tags, vaccines, topicals, and antibiotics according to protocols and procedures.
Operate equipment properly and safely while delivering precise rations accurately and efficiently.
Understand the anatomy and diagnosis of cattle in order to administer treatments and therapy to identified cattle.
Assist with verifying cattle.
Assist with cattle moves within the feedlot.
Assist with general maintenance of feedlot facilities and structures, as needed.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, cleaning facilities, ensuring water tanks are properly functioning, watching gates, and operating heavy machinery.
Skills and qualifications :
Ability to work fluctuating hours, weekends, and holidays, in addition to being on an on-call weekend rotation.
Previous cattle handling knowledge and experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to multiple teams, supervisors / managers, environments, and job-related tasks.
Basic mechanical skills and heavy equipment experience are preferred, but not required.
Ability to use analytical skills for problem-solving and taking initiative.
Basic computer skills are required.
Commitment to safety and quality culture.
Physical requirements :
Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to work fluctuating hours, weekends, and holidays, in addition to being on an on-call weekend rotation.
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally; 25-50 lbs. of force frequently; 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly. Standing and sitting frequently;
occasionally walking, carrying, lifting / lowering, pushing / pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, stairs, reaching / handling / grasping, and kneeling / crouching.
Valid driver's license
Compensation Details :
$16.00 to $20.00 per hour
Subsidized health, vision, dental, and Rx coverage
Life insurance
401 (k) matching
Sick leave
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