Building/Groundskeeper Maint 1st Shift Tecumseh NE

Tyson Foods; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Overtime availability

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Tecumseh, Nebraska seeks a maintenance technician to operate rolling stock and perform general building maintenance, including snow removal and back-up wastewater treatment as needed. Shift work and overtime may be required.

The role requires safety-minded individuals with mechanical aptitude, the ability to use basic hand tools, forklifts, and pallet jacks, plus good communication to report logs and incidents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance or industrial maintenance environment.
• Basic reading/writing skills for records and logs.
• Ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repair and maintenance on building and equipment.
• Operate rolling stock and company vehicles safely.
• Conduct snow/ice removal and grounds maintenance.
• Assist with wastewater treatment back-up when required.
• Respond to emergency maintenance as directed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Read/write English

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in mechanical trades (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Basic hand tools

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Job Details:Pay range: $20.10 - 23.50 (depending on experience) + $1.50 attendance bonus2 nd Shift Differential $1.50/ hr3 rd Shift differential $5.00/ hrHours: Monday through Friday, occasional overtime and weekend work1 st Shift 6:00 am – 2:30 pm2 nd shift: 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm3 rd shift: 10:00 pm – 6:30 amSUMMARY : This position is responsible for operating rolling stock, and general building equipment maintenance inclusive of snow removal in the winter, and acting as back-up to the waste water treatment, positions as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:General repair and maintenance of building, forklifts, pallet jacks, company vehicles, and all other equipment or buildings owned by the companyMaintain company grounds inclusive of snow/ice removal, lawn workMaintenance and safe operation of all company rolling stock;Repair and replacement of facility light bulbs may be requiredRepair of facility plumbing needs as requiredBack-up Waste Water Treatment Plant operatorBack up Sanitation Operator sweeping designated areasTrash removal from the facilityMaintain the cleanliness of the truck sheds, loafing shed, and maintenance shopMaintain the bone yard for cleanlinessAssist with roof repairs and clean-upAll other essential duties as directed by the shift maintenance supervisors/leadQUALIFICATIONS:Ability to carry out essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, within safety guidelinesAbility to operate all rolling stock efficiently, within safety guidelinesAbility to efficiently use hand tools and trades type tools, to provide maintenance of facility as requiredSome mechanical background requiredSome knowledge of vehicle maintenance including preventative and scheduled maintenance.Basic plumbing skillsGeneral knowledge of light fixturesValid driver’s licenseBe able to obtain an operator’s license for forklift, skid loader, and pallets jackWillingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as requiredEducation and/or Experience:High school diploma or equivalent preferredAssociates degree or equivalent in mechanical trade preferredCommunication Skills:Must be able to communicate within the department and understand directionsMust be able to read, write and in order to maintain records and communicate wellPhysical Requirements / Environment:Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day)Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pullLift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs ), Occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.) Rarely (over 50 lbs. with assistance)Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odorRequirements: 6 month work history or participant of any industrial maintenance educational program. maintenance experience preferred.Internal candidates must have completed 6 months in their current role to be able to be considered for this position.Rehire Consideration:Max of two (2) previous Tyson employments.90 days (3 months) waiting period.Relocation Assistance Eligible:NoWork Shift:D Shift (United States of America)Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.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.If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here .Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.