FEED TRUCK OPERATOR

Opportunity Overview

Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is assisting a progressive 7,000-head commercial cattle feeding operation in Nebraska in searching for an experienced Feed Truck Operator. This employer is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful work environment and is seeking a dependable individual who takes pride in producing quality feed and contributing to the daily success of the feedlot. Feed delivery is one of the most important daily functions of a commercial feedlot, and the successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining cattle performance by accurately delivering feed rations while operating equipment safely and efficiently.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate a feed truck to accurately deliver daily feed rations according to established feeding schedules.
• Deliver the correct ration and feed quantities to each pen while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Operate computerized feed management and electronic scale systems to ensure accurate feed delivery.
• Load feed ingredients using loaders and other heavy equipment.
• Ensure feed ingredients are properly loaded and mixed before delivery.
• Monitor feed bunks and report feeding irregularities or cattle performance concerns.
• Perform routine pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Safely operate equipment throughout the feedlot while working around cattle, horseback riders, and other heavy equipment.
• Report broken fences, leaking water systems, equipment issues, or other maintenance concerns.
• Assist with general feedlot duties and additional responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of commercial feedlot experience required.
• Previous feed truck operation experience preferred.
• Experience operating loaders, skid steers, dump trucks, and similar heavy equipment.
• Experience with computerized feed management and electronic scale systems preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately follow feed ration specifications.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a busy commercial feedlot environment.
• Professional attitude with respect for coworkers.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and dependable attendance.

Hours

Typical work schedule averages 50–55 hours per week.

Compensation

$60,000–$75,000+ DOE, based on a typical 50–55 hour work week.

Employees interested in taking on additional responsibilities may have opportunities to earn additional compensation.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (after successful 90-day introductory period)
• Retirement Plan (after successful 90-day introductory period)
• Additional earning opportunities
• Long-term career opportunity

Housing

Housing may be available for the right candidate. Employer-owned housing or housing assistance may be negotiated depending upon the individual's circumstances.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has previous commercial feedlot experience and understands the importance of accurate feed delivery, attention to detail, and safe equipment operation. This individual will be mechanically inclined, dependable, and capable of operating modern feed delivery equipment while maintaining feeding accuracy and efficiency. The successful candidate will take pride in contributing to cattle performance and be willing to assist in other areas of the feedlot as operational needs require. The employer values professionalism, reliability, respect, and individuals committed to building a long-term career within a progressive commercial feedlot operation.