3rd Shift Maintenance Generalist: PLC, Welding & More

Tyson Foods; Iowa; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Columbus Junction, Iowa, is seeking a Maintenance Generalist to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment across a pork processing facility. The role requires working 2nd and 3rd shifts and lifting up to 60 pounds, with emphasis on safety and adherence to Tyson policies.

You will perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, read manuals, document work, and participate in preventive maintenance across conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and related systems.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of experience and/or education in at least two general maintenance areas such as mechanical or electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics or PLC troubleshooting, welding/fabrication, or related fields.
• Ability to read and understand manuals, document work on scheduling sheets, and complete computer-based training modules.
• Must be able to lift up to 60+ pounds, work in confined spaces, and climb ladders/scaffolds; willing to work any department, weekends, holidays and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across departments in a pork processing facility.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment like conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery and hydraulics.
• Weld/fabricate as needed and perform basic electrical work and pneumatic/hydraulic system tasks.
• Read and follow manuals, document tasks, and participate in ongoing training.
• Commit to safety and Tyson policies, with ability to work in cold, damp, or hot environments.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

AC/DC Control Wiring

Motor Control

3 Phase Wiring

Plumbing

Conveyor Maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatic systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

On-The-Job Training (1 year)

Job description

Tyson Foods in Columbus Junction, Iowa, is seeking a Maintenance Generalist to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment across a pork processing facility. The role requires working 2nd and 3rd shifts and lifting up to 60 pounds, with emphasis on safety and adherence to Tyson policies.

You will perform mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, read manuals, document work, and participate in preventive maintenance across conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and related systems.