Cattle Hand

Cattle Herdsman Position

Background
Mershon Cattle LLC is a commercial beef cattle operation based in Buckner, MO, near Kansas
City. We are looking for an experienced herdsman for one of our locations. To learn more about us, go to our website www.mershoncattle.com.

Job Responsibilities
This position is primarily responsible for the daily oversight, handling, care and feeding of cattle as part of the Mershon Cattle team. This position would be located at one site that includes several pastures nearby.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Incentive bonus program
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation and personal time off

Requirements and Qualifications

● Minimum 2 years’ experience working with beef cattle on a ranch or farm

● Understanding of cattle nutrition, health and care to ensure that cattle are raised in a high-quality environment.

● Minimum of a high school diploma or GED

● Ability to operate large farm machinery including tractors and drive trailers

● Regularly lift 80 lbs. or greater

● Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record required; CDL preferred but not required

● Pass a background check and drug test.

Additional Qualities

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

● Willingness to work as part of a team on a variety of farm jobs (Many opportunities exist for working independently as knowledge base grows)

● Safe operation of farm machinery and trucks.

● Flexibility and patience

● Excellent work ethic and ability to maintain a long workday

● A passion for agriculture and specifically beef cattle

● Strong verbal communications skills

Willingness to participate in additional training, such as Beef Quality Assurance certification

Expectation of Hours

• 40-50 hours per week on average with seasonal changes; busier during calving/breeding and slower during off season

To Apply: Please send resume or a letter of interest with your experience and background to: o tracey@mershoncattle.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person