Maintenance Generalist - 2nd Shift - Vernon, TX (August)

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Prescription benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician for the 2nd shift at our Vernon, TX facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing equipment while upholding safety and Tyson policies. Expect a fast-paced environment with potential for overtime and a shift premium.

The position requires reading equipment manuals, completing daily reports, and working with hydraulics, electrical, and mechanical systems. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic repair preferred.
• Must have a minimum work history of 12 consecutive months in maintenance related field in the previous 18 months.
• Must be able and willing to complete work without direct supervision and manage time.
• Must be able and willing to serve as a member of the Emergency Response and Intermediate Fire Fighting Teams.
• Must be able and willing to complete required documentation daily.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets.
• Set up, adjust, and break down production machinery.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance duties.
• Read and understand equipment manuals and instructions.
• Complete daily reports and paperwork.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Repair

Electrical repair

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Read manuals

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details:

This position starts at $21.85/hr. with a shift increase for second shift and third shift with potential for overtime. There is potential to progress quickly within levels based on completed training anddemonstratedskills on the job. We haveanopen position for2ndshift.Leveling (pay) isdeterminedduring the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how muchgood foodcan do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offeradvancementopportunities and steady work. This facilityoperatessix days a week and produces Bacon.

Position Description:

This positionis responsible fortroubleshooting,maintaining, and repairing equipment and company assets and any other equipment whilemaintaininga safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Troubleshoot facility and equipment problems that occurinthe day- to-day operations. Perform work that involves hydraulics, electrical, plumbing, conveyor maintenance, 3-phase wiring, AC/CD control wiring, welding, and pneumatic systems. Set up, adjust, and break down production machinery. Preform scheduled preventative maintenance duties. Read and understand equipment manuals and instructions. Complete daily reports and paperwork.

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma orthe equivalent.
• Experience with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic repair preferred.
• Must have a minimum work history of 12 consecutive months in maintenance related field in the previous18 months.
• Must be able and willing to complete work without direct supervisionand be able to manage time.
• Must be able and willing to serve as a member of the Emergency Response and Intermediate Fire Fighting Teams.
• Must be able and willing to complete required documentation daily.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or withouta reasonableaccommodation.

• Must be willing to work in a changing environment.
• Must be able and willing to lift to 50 poundsfrequently.
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk the entire shift.
• Must be willing and able to work 8 -12 hourshifts.
• Must be willing and able to reach with hands and arms; climb; stoop or bend.
• Must be willing and able to work near moving mechanical parts.
• Must be willing and able to work in non-weather humidity, cold, and heat;work environments are wet and humid. Temperatures range from 35 to 90+ degrees.
• Must be willing and able to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, stand, and walk on hard floors and occasional lift of 60 lbs.
• Must be willing and able to work Sundays and overtime as scheduled.

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of365 daysand are limited to three (3) times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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