Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 - 1st shift - Waverly Plant

Tyson Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician for the 1st shift at the Waverly Plant in Nebraska. This role focuses on troubleshooting and repair across electrical controls, fluid power, and mechanical systems to keep production lines running efficiently.

The successful candidate will demonstrate post-secondary electronics training, proficiency with SAP Plant Maintenance, and strong teamwork. The position offers full-time hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Education beyond high school with an associate degree in electronic technology or related field.
• Proficient in Windows-based software and SAP Plant Maintenance.
• Strong communication, safety record, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls, fluid power, and mechanical systems.
• Provide technical support for all phases of plant operation.
• Work in a team environment with management and operations.

Skills

AC/DC circuits

PLC systems

Industrial electrical systems

Troubleshooting & problem solving

Education

Associate Degree in Electronic Technology

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance

Windows-based software (Outlook/Excel/Word)

Job description

## Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 - 1st shift - Waverly PlantApply: Waverly Plant - Waverly, Nebraska: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 23, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R0484805**Job Details:****\\*\\*Highly recommended to include a resume in a PDF or Word Document format and/or complete the application fully showing current and past work experience to be considered for the position\\*\\*****SUMMARY**: This position will perform troubleshooting and repair, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. The position is a technical career position in Tyson Foods, Inc. This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including a thorough understanding of electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations is required. **REQUIREMENTS**: **Education and Experience**: Training beyond high school including either an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or closely related technical field preferred, or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trade programs, military training or other training as applicable. **Computer Skills**: Competent in Windows based software, such as Outlook, Excel and Word; strong skills in document organization and using document templates and creating simple queries. Must be proficient or become proficient in SAP Plant Maintenance. **Communication Skills**: Must be able to communicate both verbally and written; high level critical thinking, and problem solving skills. **Certification**: Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus. **Special Skills**: Good safety and attendance record, along with strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated skills in the area of AC/DC circuits, industrial electrical systems.; experience in electrical safety and lock out tag out processes and procedures; knowledge in the theory and application of electronic devices such as industrial semi-conductors, solid state drives, and industrial control systems; experience in the operation of PLC systems and control and data collection instrumentation and transducers; working knowledge and skills in tools and components used in maintenance and repair of mechanical systems such as bearings, gears, clutches belts, and seals; ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems. **Preferred Skills**: Possession of one or more of the skills is a plus - Basic Microcomputer skills necessary to understand the operation and interfacing characteristics of microprocessors; experience in PLC operation to include basic system configuration and hardware, relay equivalent instructions, timers/counters, data manipulation, data communications and advanced programming commands, as well as interfacing, troubleshooting and application and program development; demonstrated skills or training in electronic motor drive technologies including servo- motors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and mechanical brakes and clutches, closed loop systems, DC servo, AC variable frequency, AC servo and stepper systems. **Travel**: Minimum 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location.**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 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.