Maintenance Electrical Technician: PLCs & Drives

Tyson Foods; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician in the United States to troubleshoot, repair, and support electrical systems across operations. The role emphasizes AC/DC circuits, PLC-based controls, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and safety practices.

You will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to reliability and efficiency improvements. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work safely with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong understanding of AC/DC circuits and electrical safety practices.
• Experience with PLC basics and industrial control systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Technical support across all operational phases.
• Troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Collaborate with team to solve problems and improve operations.
• Communicate technical information effectively.

Skills

AC/DC circuits

Industrial electrical systems

Electrical safety and lockout/tagout

PLC basics

Hydraulic & pneumatic troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC hardware interfaces

Servomotors & encoders

Electrical measurement tools

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician in the United States to troubleshoot, repair, and support electrical systems across operations. The role emphasizes AC/DC circuits, PLC-based controls, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and safety practices.

You will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to reliability and efficiency improvements. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work safely with