3rd Shift Maintenance Generalist – Equipment & Systems

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician for a pork processing facility in the United States. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment across production departments, including conveyors and hydraulic systems.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related training or experience. The job requires physical capability to lift heavy loads, read manuals, and work varying shifts in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of on-the-job training or related work experience in maintenance.
• Experience in at least two of: mechanical troubleshooting, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, PLC troubleshooting, welding/fabrication, or related trades.
• Ability to read and understand manuals and document work performed on scheduling sheets.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment across production departments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulics.
• Work safely in a cold, damp, hot, or humid environment and comply with Tyson policies.

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

Electrical/electronic troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding/Fabrication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician for a pork processing facility in the United States. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment across production departments, including conveyors and hydraulic systems.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related training or experience. The job requires physical capability to lift heavy loads, read manuals, and work varying shifts in a demanding environment.