Groundskeeper BG01 (1st Shift) #2 - Tyson of Rogers

Tyson Foods; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Rogers, AR is seeking a Groundskeeping Technician to maintain the premises of the plant. The role involves operating a certified forklift, weed eating, trimming, trash removal, and lifting up to 70 pounds as needed to keep the grounds orderly.

The position requires chemical loading/unloading training and spill control duties, with responsibilities assigned by a supervisor. 1 year of groundskeeping experience preferred; factory-employee candidates from this facility are considered.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in groundskeeping, lawn maintenance or landscaping preferred.
• 180 days waiting period for former Tyson Foods team members.
• Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire.
• Position slated for team members currently working at this facility or complex only.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the premises of the plant and ensure overall physical appearance.
• Operate forklift with required certification.
• Weed eat, trim, and pull weeds to maintain property appearance.
• Empty trash bins outside and pick up loose trash.
• Lift 5 to 70 pounds as needed.
• Complete chemical loading/unloading training and related duties.
• Perform spill control responsibilities as required.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor, including offal duties.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Forklift operation

Lawn maintenance

Small engine repair

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Job Details

• This person will maintain the premises of the plant
• This person must operate forklift, requiring certification
• This person will weed eat, trim, and pull weeds as needed to keep up appearance of property.
• This person is responsible for emptying trash bins outside and picking up loose trash.
• This person at times would be required to lift from 5 to 70 pounds.
• This position requires chemical loading/unloading training
• This person will have some spill control training and responsibilities
• This person will also perform duties as required at the direction of supervisor, to include but not limited to offal duties.

Job Details

Responsibility

This position is responsible for the overall physical appearance of the premises.

Requirements

• This person will maintain the premises of the plant
• This person must operate forklift, requiring certification
• This person will weed eat, trim, and pull weeds as needed to keep up appearance of property.
• This person is responsible for emptying trash bins outside and picking up loose trash.
• This person at times would be required to lift from 5 to 70 pounds.
• This position requires chemical loading/unloading training
• This person will have some spill control training and responsibilities
• This person will also perform duties as required at the direction of supervisor, to include but not limited to offal duties.

Equipment

Safety vest, gloves, PPE as required to unload chemicals, rain suit, trash containers/liners, water hoses, etc.

Communication Skills

None Specific.

Environment

Work primarily outside the facility subject to elements of weather, some assignments inside facility as directed. Stand/walking majority of shifts to keep grounds clean and orderly as directed. Work with chemicals. Days per week and hours per day will vary.

Pay: $17.15 hour

Requirements

• 1 year experience in groundskeeping, lawn maintenance, or landscaping field preferred, small engine repair knowledge is preferred.
• There is 180 days (6 months) waiting period for former Tyson Foods team members.
• Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire.
• This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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