About Cactus Feeders

Cactus Feeders is a cattle company headquartered in Amarillo, Texas. Founded by the Engler Family in 1975, Cactus is now 100% Employee-Owned and produces over one million head of fed cattle annually. The company operates feedyards throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

Location: Centerfire Feedyard in Ulysses, Kansas

About the Position

Cactus Feeders is seeking a dependable and hardworking Feed Truck Driver & Maintenance Technician to join the team at Centerfire Feedyard in Ulysses, Kansas. This dual-role position is responsible for safely and efficiently delivering feed to cattle while assisting with facility maintenance, equipment upkeep, and general feedyard operations.

This is a full-time position that may require extended work hours Monday through Friday, rotational weekends, and some holiday work as operational needs dictate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Feed Delivery Responsibilities

• Deliver correct rations safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Ensure proper feed placement at the bunk to support cattle health and performance.
• Maintain accurate ration records and complete required documentation.
• Observe cattle, bunks, and surrounding conditions, reporting concerns to management.
• Communicate effectively with bunk readers, feed department personnel, and supervisors.
• Assist with bunk maintenance and cleanliness before and after inclement weather.
• Operate feed trucks and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of assigned equipment.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining pens, facilities, and grounds throughout the operation.
• Help ensure a continuous supply of fresh water by repairing and maintaining water systems, tanks, and related infrastructure.
• Operate tractors, mowers, and other equipment to mow grass, control weeds, and maintain feedyard appearance.
• Repair fencing, replace cables, clips, gates, and other facility components as needed.
• Paint and perform general upkeep on buildings, pens, and equipment.
• Complete routine equipment servicing including fueling, checking fluid levels, inspecting filters, greasing, and cleaning equipment.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and other maintenance assignments as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in feedyard operations, agriculture, equipment operation, maintenance, or a related field.
• High school diploma, GED, or technical/trade school education preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and observational skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent climbing, bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching.
• Frequently ascend and descend ladders to access feed trucks and equipment.
• Long periods of sitting while operating vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including shoveling and facility maintenance tasks.
• Must be able to pass a physical agility assessment.
• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, snow, dust, and mud.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive wages based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• Affordable and competitive benefits package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with 100% company-funded retirement benefits.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee-owned company culture with opportunities for long-term growth and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cactus Feeders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics