Facilities Maintenance Generalist 1st Shift

Tyson Foods; Humboldt (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being support programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking an Associate for general building and equipment maintenance and water operator duties at its facility in the United States. The role includes snow removal in winter, repair and maintenance of forklifts, pallet jacks, vehicles, plumbing, lighting, and general site cleanliness.

Overtime may be required. Candidates should be able to work in all weather, have a clean driving history, and be fluent in English with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Verifiable knowledge of hand and power tools.
• Good mechanical ability with plumbing skills and knowledge of electrical and lighting.
• Ability to operate a forklift, bobcat, shag truck, lull and other company vehicles with a clean driving history.
• Physical ability to lift 40–50 lbs and stand for long periods; work indoors/outdoors in all conditions.
• Overtime required; excellent communication; fluent in English; strong written skills; basic computer skills a plus.
• Attention to detail and ability to work as a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building and equipment maintenance and water operator duties.
• Handle snow removal during the winter months.
• Repair and maintain forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, company vehicles, and other equipment.
• Conduct plumbing, electrical, and lighting work; assist with cleanliness and organization of the facility and grounds.
• Move office equipment as needed and support with cleanliness of truck sheds and maintenance shops.
• Occasional off-shift work and other seasonal duties within the Maintenance Department.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical ability

Plumbing skills

Electrical & lighting knowledge

Forklift operation

Clean driving history

Teamwork

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Industrial maintenance program

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.

External Requirement:

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:

1ST 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 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.