Pen Rider

Job overview

The Pen Rider role is onsite in Hartley, TX. Compensation is not specified. Five Rivers Cattle Feeding operates a cattle feedlot, and this position reports to the Cattle Manager and/or Head Cowboy where applicable. The role monitors livestock health and movement in the feedlot, identifying cattle that need treatment and helping move animals safely between pens and shipping areas. It also supports animal and facility care by reporting maintenance concerns and keeping horse facilities clean.

What you'll do

• Ride a horse through assigned pens to identify distressed cattle, move sick animals to hospital pens, and report dead animals for removal
• assist with cattle shipments, weighing, counting, and separating strays
• move cattle using humane low-stress techniques
• return treated and stray cattle to home pens
• report pen maintenance issues and unusual trends
• maintain break-room and horse-facility cleanliness
• follow safety rules.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pen rider

five rivers cattle feeding

hartley tx

cattle feedlot

livestock monitoring

horseback riding

cattle movement

animal welfare

shipping support

outdoor work

horse and tack required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires the ability to ride safely and furnish a gentle horse and tack; work hours may vary when shipping requires it.

About the employer

Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Cattle Feedlots. Sector: 11.