welcome to thorsby stockyards Inc.
Thorsby Stockyards Inc is a progressive new company with history dating back to Thorsby Auction Mart Ltd founded in 1961. Situated in Central Alberta 25 minutes west of the QE II it is ideally located to serve cattle producers in central and northern Alberta as well as throughout British Columbia.
The market has undergone major renovations including a new state of the art ring scale, the latest auction software, upgrades to the cafeteria and offices and an expanded yard including ample feed and water pens.
TSI is independently owned and operated by Jeff Fritz, Chance Martin and Corey Lawrence. Together they have years of combined experience in livestock marketing and auctioneering. Their goal is to provide an independent competitive marketing options for livestock producers.
Every Monday Regular Cattle Auctions start at 9:00 am, featuring all classes of cattle. Special feeder, bred cow will be added throughout the year. In addition to ring sales, TSI also markets cattle on the TEAM internet auction and Canada Live Video Auction.
News and upcoming events
ONLINE BIDDERS CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO BID
Please follow the link and you will be required to set up an account in the top right corner to view the auction LMA AUCTIONS ONLINE
THE LMA Ringside App is available on Iphone an Ipad to watch our sales online. Check your app store to download today!
_________________________________________________________
REGULAR CATTLE SALES:
Every Monday @ 9am (June & July 10:00am start time)
Sales start with feeder cattle and then slaughter cows and bulls to follow
_________________________________________________________________
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION & ANNIVERSARY SALE ---- August 26, 2024 ---
___________________________________________________________
BRED COW & HEIFER SALES @ 12:00pm
___________________________________________________________
SORRY FOR THE INCONVIENCE--- WE DO NOT HAVE ANY MORE HORSE SALES ----
____________________________________________________________
MARKET REPORTS - emailed out shortly after the sale is over
If you would like to be added to the weekly market report email please go to the contact page and enter your email info.
_____________________________________________________________________
Thorsby Stockyards is currently looking to fill multiple positions at the market as we approach the busy season.
Below is a list of the available positions.
1. Sorters
-this position requires experience and a trained eye in sorting for weight classes, breed and gender
- it is flexible hours but the day before and sale days are required
2. Load Out
-this position can easily be learned but does require a commitment of working every sale day approximately 3pm – finish
-Some days until 9pm some days 3am. Entirely based on cattle numbers
3. Penners
- this position is Sale Days and always Monday. No experience necessary and we will train the right person.
- you must be physically fit and able to work on your feet for long hours
- YOU MUST be available 9am-3pm on every Monday.
4. Equipment Operators
- cleaning and general maintenance on the stockyards
- this position can vary from 1-2 days a week to 5-6 depending on cattle numbers, weather and auction market events.
5. Part Time Office Admin **POSITION FILLED**
- Sale days with flexible hours
- Filing papers, answering phone calls, computer work
6. Sale Day Ringman
-this position requires extensive knowledge of the cattle industry and fast paced busy environment
7. Processing Individuals
-an individual that is experienced in branding, vaccinating, dehorning, tagging, banding etc. cattle
-This position also requires a commitment in which you are available every sale day and is also based on cattle numbers
Please contact Amanda 780-514-9327 if you have any questions about a position or need more info.
Whether your looking for a part time job or a full time job we have availability for both.
**POSITIONS TO START AS EARLY AS MID AUGUST**