General Maintenance

Tyson Foods; Holcomb (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K (company match after a 1yr)

Stock Purchase Plan

Holidays paid

Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

Prescription Drug Plan

Paid Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for our beef processing facilities in the United States. The role involves troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment, with duties spanning hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, conveyors, and welding.

Candidates must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Work includes rotating shifts, Sundays, and overtime as scheduled.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of mechanic work experience or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program.
• Proficiency in reading and writing; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate across management levels.
• Must be able to read and comprehend labels, numbers, and instructions, and communicate effectively.
• Maintenance crews typically work 4–5 days per week, with Sundays and some major holidays; welding experience preferred; available to work C shift (overnight).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets in Beef processing facilities.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production machinery and related systems.
• Set up, adjust, and dismantle production equipment; assist with hydraulic, electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Reading/writing ability

Welding experience

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.

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.
• 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.

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)

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