Feed Truck Operator (Feedlot)

Barrhill Feeders Inc. is searching for a full-time Feed truck Driver to join our progressive and growing team. Barrhill Feeders Inc. is currently feeding 75 000 head between two feedlot operations located 10 miles North of Picture Butte, AB or 10 miles East of Barons, AB. As a Feed Truck Driver, you are responsible for utilizing our modern computerized feed delivery system to mix and deliver feed to cattle in the feedlot.

Responsibilities:

– Operate and drive the feed truck and loader in a safe manner.

– Feed cattle in the feedlot with a feed truck in a timely manner 3x per day.

– Follow Foreman and Nutritionist ration instructions or recommendations.

– Maintain silage pits daily.

– Maintain feed commodities and micro ingredient inventories.

– Assist with unloading of feed commodities and micro ingredients.

– Daily feed mill operation and maintenance.

– Shovel bunks if needed.

– Maintain feed trucks and loaders in good running condition and perform light-duty equipment maintenance.

– Communicate to Foreman any irregularities.

– Other feedlot duties such as, but not limited to bedding, processing, yard maintenance, and driving equipment such as a skidsteer and/or loader (preferred, but not required).

Experience/Skills Required:

– Valid driver’s license (Class 3 or Class 1A licenses are considered an asset).

– Good attitude and team player.

– Self-motivated.

– Attention to detail.

– Good communication skills.

– Experience with operating equipment (loader, tractor, etc.).

– Experience in feed mill operation, feeding and the feedlot industry (preferred, but not required).

– Cattle handling skills (preferred, but not required).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

– Driving for extended periods of time.

– Repetitive tasks.

– Ability to lift 60 lbs.

– Combination of sitting, standing, and walking.

– Combination of indoor and outdoor work.

– Use of computerized feed system.

Hours:

– Shift Rotation: 8 days on, and 4 days off followed by 7 days on, and 2 days off.

– 5:30 AM- 4:30 PM (subject to change based on the time of year).

Transportation:

– Own transportation, valid driver’s license.

Barrhill Feeders Inc. offers competitive wages based on experience and immediate monthly bonuses. Barrhill Feeders Inc. also offers company and health benefits after a 3-month probationary period.

Email your resume to courtney@barrhill.ca or contact the office at (403)757-2102.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00-$27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress
Schedule:

12 hour shift
Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Picture Butte, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Able to work a shift rotation including weekends and Sunday’s?
Experience:

Cattle Feeding: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person