Pen Checker

We are a family owned feedlot located 15 minutes west of Lethbridge and 5 minutes south of Nobleford. We operate two feedlots, and have a capacity of 11,000 head.

**Overview**: The Pen Checker is responsible for ensuring early and accurate diagnosis of sick cattle along with general feedlot maintenance and tasks as required. The applicant must have a high understanding of cattle health, ensuring protocols for cattle treatment. The Pen Checker will ensure humane handling of all cattle, while providing low stress environments. The pen checker/lead hand will assist feedlot management in all aspects of feedlot, yard and pen maintenance. Processing and shipping cattle will be required.

**Major Responsibilities**:

- Team player
- Knowledge of cattle diseases, illnesses
- Check and treat cattle in a safe and timely manner
- Follow veterinary protocol
- Communicate to other staff major issues with cattle
- Report any issues with machinery used, fencing, bedding, etc.
- Prepare and move cattle from one area to another, including shipping and receiving cattle
- Be able to step up and help with cleaning, washing equipment, general labor
- Other duties as assigned by Feedlot Manager

**Requirements**:

- Good attitude, self-motivation and common sense are pivotal
- Take direction and help in other areas when required
- Willing to learn, expand knowledge
- Working feedlot experience, minimum 2 years’ experience working with livestock
- Must have valid driver’s license
- Self-Motivated and have strong verbal communication skills
- References required

Health and Dental benefits provided once probation has been completed.

**Salary**: $20.00-$24.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Work Location: In person