Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 -B shift - Waverly Plant

Tyson Foods; Waverly (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems across the operation. The role requires proficiency in electrical controls, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and PLCs, with strong teamwork and communication to interact with all management levels.

Ideal candidates will have an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or related field, plus experience with SAP Plant Maintenance and Microsoft Office tools, and a solid safety record.

Qualifications

• Training beyond high school with either an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or closely related field, or equivalent education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment across electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems.
• Provide technical support across all phases of operation and collaborate with management and operations.

Skills

Electrical control systems

AC/DC circuits

Hydraulic and pneumatic

PLC systems

Problem solving

Education

Associate Degree in Electronic Technology

Tools

SAP Plant Maintenance

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

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

B Shift (United States of America)

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• We provide our team members and their families with paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health
• life
• dental
• vision
• and prescription drug benefits
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