Feedmill Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on feedmill equipment, including conveyors, augers, elevators, mixers, boilers, steamers, flakers, motors, gearboxes, bearings, and other production equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment to minimize downtime and maintain efficient feed production
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and metal repair projects using appropriate tools and equipment
• Conduct routine inspections to identify wear, damage, and maintenance needs before equipment failures occur
• Maintain an organized maintenance shop and ensure tools, parts, and equipment are properly maintained
• Assist with facility maintenance projects throughout the feedmill and feedyard as needed
• Communicate effectively with the Feedmill Manager and crew members to prioritize maintenance needs and support daily operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support feedmill and yard operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required
• Previous maintenance, welding, agricultural, industrial, or feedmill experience preferred
• Welding and metal fabrication experience required
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, grinders, and welding equipment
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems is preferred
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and work in confined spaces when necessary
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license required

Pay & Benefits

• Full-time, hourly position with pay based on experience, skills, and education ($15.61–$20.00 per hour)
• Bi-weekly pay with direct deposit
• Competitive and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k)
• Company-paid life insurance

Company Information

Cactus Feeders is an Amarillo, Texas-based cattle company. Originally founded by the Engler Family in 1975, Cactus is now 100% Employee-Owned, producing over one million head of fed cattle annually. The Company operates feedyards throughout the Texas Panhandle, Southwest Kansas, and Eastern Colorado.