Yard Maintenance Manager- Satanta, KS - Friona Industries

General Description / Objective

The Yard Manger reports to the Feedyard Manager and is responsible for participating in all general yard maintenance, repair, and daily operations. The Yard Superintendent will also oversee and communicate all yard activities and troubleshoot daily yard requirements with the yard crew as necessary to ensure efficient yard operations. This position will be responsible for the operation of various heavy equipment and will ensure the general functionalities of the feedyard in conjunction with the Feedyard Manager.

A Yard Manager will work closely with all feedyard departments both as an individual and as a member of a team to create the highest quality care and maintenance to ensure the welfare and functionality of the feedyard.

Roles and Tasks

• Supervise and allocate tasks and responsibilities to the yard crew.
• Oversee the repair and maintenance of all pens and cattle care facilities on a priority basis.
• Ensure that all roadways and alleys are maintained in order of priority.
• Implement and enforce all safety policies and regulations.
• Establish and maintain water trough cleaning schedule as per company policy.
• Create and maintain all preventative maintenance records for all yard equipment.
• Communicate and collaboratively work with the feedyard manager regarding all feedyard operations.
• Supervise all maintenance activities in the shop.
• Track and maintain yard expense and environmental records.

Profile / Professional Competencies

Specific Knowledge:

• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Operate and maintain heavy machinery
• Perform and supervise pen maintenance
• Knowledge of functionality and operations of watering systems
• Basic construction and maintenance
• expense management and recordkeeping
• Working knowledge of feedyard operation

Minimum Experience Required:

Degree in Agriculture preferred, In lieu of degree, work experience and/or trade school is acceptable.

Position Requirements

Special Conditions / Requirements:

• Hands on operation of yard machinery and equipment
• Considerable vehicular travel around the feedyard
• Physical Requirements Include: standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, shoveling, climbing, working equipment, and driving
• Exposure to weather such as: rain, sleet, snow, hail, heat, cold, wind, and dust
• Hazards Include: Exposure to hazardous chemicals and petroleum products, carbon monoxide exposure, lifting, welding, cutting, and grinding.