General Maintenance

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays paid

Citizenship Reimbursement

Paid Short Term Disability

Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

Prescription Drug Plan

Paid Bereavement Leave after 90 days

Tuition Reimbursement Paid

Vacation after 6 months

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets used in beef processing. The role involves working with hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, conveyors, welding, and pneumatic systems to keep production running smoothly.

Candidates must be able to read and write, complete on-the-job paperwork, and communicate across all levels of management. The job requires physical activity, including lifting up to 60 lbs, climbing ladders, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of mechanic work experience, or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program.
• Ability to read and write; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate across all management levels.
• Ability to read labels, numbers, and instructions, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and company assets in Beef processing.
• Work with hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, conveyors, 3-phase wiring, AC/DC control wiring, welding, and pneumatic systems.
• Set up, adjust, and break down production machinery; perform scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Complete daily reports and paperwork.
• Work environments are wet and humid with temperatures ranging from 35 to 90+ degrees.
• Perform physical duties including climbing ladders, working from elevated platforms, standing, walking on hard floors and occasionally lifting up to 60 lbs; overtime on Sundays.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & writing

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

Industrial maintenance training

Tools

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Welding

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Job Details:

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment and company assets associated with Beef processing while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Troubleshoot facility and equipment problems that occur in the day- to-day operations. Perform work that involves hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, conveyor maintenance, 3-phase wiring, AC/CD control wiring, welding, and pneumatic systems. Set up, adjust, and break down production machinery. Preform scheduled preventative maintenance duties. Complete daily reports and paperwork. Work environments are wet and humid. Temperatures range from 35 to 90+ degrees.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Work includes climbing ladders, working from elevated platforms, standing, and walking on hard floors and occasional lift of 60 lbs. All shifts include Sunday work and overtime as scheduled.

Maintenance crews typically work 4-5 days per week, with 2-3 days off and will include shifts on Sundays and some major holidays when necessary; Welding experience preferred. Must be available to work C shift (overnight). Effective 01-02-2025. Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have a 180 days rehire waiting period and 3 times limit.

Requirements:

Must have a minimum of 1 year mechanic work experience documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program (can be a combination of employers if experience is at least 1 year). Proficiency in reading and writing ; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels. Must possess the ability to read and comprehend labels, numbers, and instructions, as well as communicate effectively.

Work includes climbing ladders, working from elevated platforms, standing, and walking on hard floors and occasional lift of 60 lbs. All shifts include Sunday work and overtime as scheduled.

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.

BENEFITS

• 401K (company match after a 1yr)


• Stock Purchase Plan


• Holidays paid


• Citizenship Reimbursement


• Paid Short Term Disability


• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans


• Prescription Drug Plan


• Paid Bereavement Leave after 90 days


• Tuition Reimbursement Paid


• Vacation after 6 months

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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.