Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 - 2nd shift - Albertville Plant

Tyson Foods; Albertville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods seeks a skilled maintenance technician to troubleshoot, repair, and support multiple production systems. The role requires proficiency in electrical controls, fluid power, and mechanical systems, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of management and operations.

Candidates should have an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or related field (or equivalent experience), strong computer skills including SAP Plant Maintenance, and experience with PLCs, drives, and

Qualifications

• Education beyond high school including an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or related field preferred, or a combination of education and experience.
• Must be proficient in Windows-based software (Outlook, Excel, Word) and SAP Plant Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment across the operation.
• Provide technical support for all phases of the operation.
• Communicate effectively with management and operations at all levels.
• Operate PLC systems and control data collection instrumentation.

Skills

Electrical safety

AC/DC circuits

Industrial electrical systems

Lock out tag out procedures

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

PLC systems operation

Maintenance and repair

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or related field

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance

Job description

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

• 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

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift

Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Background Check

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Hourly Applicants Only

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

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