Maintenance Mechanic Burlington Feeders

About the Company

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

Burlington Feeders in Burlington, Colorado

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.

• Inspect vehicles/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

• 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

• 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

• Full-time position
• Hourly pay based on experience and skills
• Bi-weekly paycheck with direct deposit
• Competitive and affordable insurance packages – Health + Dental + Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K

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.