Cattle Health Technician​/Pen Rider; JJ

Position: Cattle Health Technician / Pen Rider (JJ-11158)
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** Cattle Health Technician / Pen Rider**### Position Details
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* Location:

** Eastern Nebraska   
** Feedlot Size:** ~8,000 head   
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** Full-time   
** Openings:
** Multiple   
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** Competitive, based on experience##

Job Description

A well-established
** 8,000-head cattle feedlot in Eastern Nebraska
** is seeking a
** Cattle Health Technician / Pen Rider
** to support daily animal health and feedlot operations. This is a hands-on role focused on cattle observation, early disease detection, and proper treatment protocols.

The ideal candidate has practical feedlot experience, strong cattle instincts, and takes pride in animal care. This position plays a key role in maintaining herd health and supporting ongoing operational growth.###

Key Responsibilities
- ** Specialize in High Risk Calves**   - Daily
** pen riding
** to monitor cattle health and behavior   - Identify sick, injured, or off-feed cattle and pull for treatment   - Perform
** doctoring and animal health treatments
** following established protocols   - Assist with
** processing**, including vaccinations and routine animal handling   - Maintain accurate animal health and treatment records   - Work closely with the animal health team to support herd performance   - Assist with general feedlot duties as needed### Qualifications & Experience
- Prior experience in
** feedlot cattle health**, pen riding, or livestock operations preferred   - Strong understanding of cattle behavior and health indicators   - Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions   - Ability to work independently and as part of a team   - Dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-minded   - High school diploma or equivalent## Application Process Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a
** confidential, expanding cattle feedlot operation
** in Eastern Nebraska with the search for a
** Cattle Health Technician / Pen Rider**. This operation values strong work ethic, accountability, and a genuine commitment to cattle care and animal health.

The employer is seeking a hands-on individual who takes pride in pen riding, cattle observation, and proper doctoring practices. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a production-focused feedlot environment where animal well-being and consistency matter.

This opportunity offers long-term stability and growth for someone who enjoys working with cattle, contributing to herd health, and being part of a team-driven operation. Qualified candidates with feedlot or livestock health experience are encouraged to apply and will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss next steps.
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