3rd Shift: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Tyson Foods; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across a pork processing facility. You will work on conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems, with occasional welding and basic electrical tasks.

Strong reading and documentation skills are required. Candidates should be willing to work 3rd shift and overtime, with the ability to lift 60+ lbs and operate in a cold, damp or hot environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year on-the-job training.
• Experience in at least two of the following general maintenance areas: mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, PLC, welding/fabrication, AC/DC control wiring, motor control, 3-phase wiring, plumbing, conveyors, hydraulics or pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment and company assets to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with Tyson policies.
• Work across multiple departments in a pork processing facility; handle conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Perform basic welding, electrical tasks, and read/interpret manuals; document work on scheduling sheets and participate in computer-based training.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

PLC troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across a pork processing facility. You will work on conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems, with occasional welding and basic electrical tasks.

Strong reading and documentation skills are required. Candidates should be willing to work 3rd shift and overtime, with the ability to lift 60+ lbs and operate in a cold, damp or hot environment.