Industrial Maintenance Technician (Temporary) - A Shift (Denison, IA)

Tyson Foods; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician (Temporary) for the Denison, IA facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment in the hot-side processing area, with a 6 a.m.

to 2:30 p.m. shift from Monday to Saturday. The position offers a starting wage of $29.10 per hour and requires at least 6 months of hands-on maintenance or PLC/electrical experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience in mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, PLC, welding, or related areas.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial equipment.
• Experience with safety procedures and working in a plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment in the hot-side rendering area.
• Work across shifts in a hot and humid environment with up to 115 degrees in summer.
• Follow Tyson policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

AC/DC wiring

Motor control

3 phase wiring

Plumbing

Conveyor maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatic systems

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Industrial Maintenance Technician (Temporary) - A Shift (Denison, IA)Apply: Storm Lake Plant - Storm Lake, Iowa: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 30, 2026 (28 days left to apply): R0494363**Job Details:****ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:**Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.**REQUIREMENTS:****Application and/or resume must show** a minimum of 6 months’ in one of the following areas: Mechanical troubleshooting, electrical/Electronic troubleshooting, Hydraulic Troubleshooting, PLC Troubleshooting and navigation, Welding/Fabrication, AC/DC Control Wiring, Motor Control, 3 Phase Wiring, Plumbing, Conveyor Maintenance, Hydraulics, or Pneumatic Systems**JOB DESCRIPTION** POSITION SUMMARY: Industrial Maintenance Technician - ***\\*TEMPORARY POSITION\\**** **- Denison, IA**This facility runs 6 days a week, Monday - Saturday. All Maintenance Team Members work Sundays as part of their regular schedule. Schedule: Monday - Saturday. 6 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.Pay depends on skill level - Starting Pay: $29.10/HRThis position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment in the general rendering area of the plant while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.This position is located in the hot-side processing area of this processing facility, and is responsible for the operation of heavy machinery of the processing of inedible products.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**Include, but are not limited to, the following:***\\*Please showcase Resume\\***** These positions work in a hot and humid environment – average temperature is around 80 degrees but can reach 115 during the summer months.* Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas.* Lifting is required in many areas (weight depends upon area).* This position could work in any department of this processing facility.* These positions work in a cold, damp or hot and humid environment and these areas have slippery walking surfaces.**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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information 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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** 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.