About this role
Job Details:
This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. As a Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Maintenance Technicians are vital to maintaining our Team Members’ safety through problem-solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Maintenance Technicians. Come be part of our Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide maintenance support with moderate supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team.
Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.
Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.
Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.
Requirements:
Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E., possess an industrial maintenance diploma or be currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience preferred.
Experience: At least 1 year of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent experience
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.
Must reside in the US to be considered.
This role does not offer sponsorship.
Prior Team Members will NOT be considered for this role.
Applicants will be considered for Associate Maintenance Technicians, General Maintenance Technicians, and Sr Maintenance Technicians level openings.
Leveling is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.
Special Skills:
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.
Ability to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.
Repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling.
Frequent overhead work.
Temperatures inside the plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.
Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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Other facts
About Tyson Foods
The story of Tyson Foods is rooted in hard work, humility and purpose.
We are a world-class food company and recognized leader in protein. Our mission is to bring high-quality food to every table in the world, safely, sustainably and affordably, now and for future generations.
What you'll do
- The Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment. This includes performing routine preventative maintenance and conducting emergency repairs as needed.
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