About the Company:  

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, today we operate 15 Feedyards and Outside Cattle Locations producing over a million head of fed cattle annually. The Company has locations throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.

Location: Burlington Feeders in Burlington, Colorado  

Job Description: 

Our team is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our crew in the Yard R&M (Repair and Maintenance) Department. A good candidate for the role would be goal-oriented, motivated, and skilled in vehicle maintenance and repairs.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Inspectvehicles/machinery in need of repairs and maintenance  
• Adhere by all OSHA safety rules and regulations regarding shop operations and safety  
• Perform daily housekeeping duties of the shop and upkeep all feedyard facilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Work directly with the Yard R&M manager on maintenance projects and tasks 
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:  

• Stand for 8-10 hours a day  
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs  
  • Physical requirements will include standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, shoveling, working equipment, and handling livestock
  • Work Environment: Considerable exposure to weather such as: rain, sleet, snow, hail, heat, cold, wind, dust, and daily close proximity to livestock

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical experience (preferred)
• Welding experience is a plus
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt
• Team player with the ability to communicate effectively with others  

Pay and Benefits:  

• Wages based on qualifications, skills, and experience - $13-20 per hour
• Bi-weekly paycheck with direct deposit
• Full-time position
• Competitive and affordable insurance packages – Health + Dental + Vision
• Life Insurance 
• 401K 
• Continuing Education Scholarships

Cactus Feeders provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.