Facilities Maintenance Generalist (1st or 2nd shift)

Tyson Foods; Humboldt (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Day Care facility on site

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance associate to perform general building repairs, equipment maintenance, and snow removal. The role includes forklift operation, plumbing and electrical tasks, and routine upkeep of the facility and grounds.

Overtime and weekend shifts may be required, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. Experience with industrial maintenance, hand and power tools, and reliable driving history is preferred.

Qualifications

• Verifiable knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Good mechanical ability with general plumbing and electrical knowledge.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other company vehicles with a clean driving history.
• Capable of lifting 40-50 lbs and working in all environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• General building and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Snow removal during winter; maintain forklifts, pallets jacks, and other equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of facility, sheds, and shops; assist with moving office equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Tools knowledge

English fluency

Education

Industrial maintenance program

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical tools

Job description

Job Details:

Associate will be responsible for general building and equipment maintenance water operator, as well as handling snow removal during the winter months, general repair and maintenance of all forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, company vehicles and other equipment owned by the company. General building repairs such as plumbing needs, facility lighting, painting and assisting with general cleanliness of the facility and grounds, as well as moving office equipment will be required. This associate is responsible for trash removal from the facility as well as the cleanliness and organization of the truck sheds, maintenance shops and bone yard. Some off-shift work will be scheduled. Other seasonal work and duties within the Maintenance Department may be assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Requirements:

The verifiable knowledge of hand and power tools will be required. Good mechanical ability with verifiable general knowledge of plumbing skills and general knowledge of electrical and lighting.

The ability to operate a forklift, bobcat, shag truck, lull and all other company vehicles is required and hold a clean driving history.

The physical ability to lift at least 40-50 lbs and stand throughout the majority of the shift is required as is the capability to work in all environmental conditions both inside and outside of the facility.

Overtime will be required.

Experienced Candidate must have excellent communication skills and be fluent in English and posses’ good written skills with computer skills a plus.

Attention to detail work as well as the ability to work as a team member is essential.

6 month work history or participant of any industrial maintenance educational program. Maintenance experience preferred.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program
• Day Care facility on site

Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (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.

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.

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.