Maintenance Generalist — 3rd Shift Technician, Great Benefits

Tyson Foods; Alabama; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Generalist at our Alabama facility. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment, ensure safety, and follow Tyson policies.

This role requires mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting and the ability to work with minimal supervision. You will perform preventive maintenance, document actions, operate pallet jacks or forklifts if licensed, wear PPE, and stand 8–10 hours.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of Maintenance experience or graduate of Industrial Maintenance Training program or combination of experience and education to meet the 2 year requirement.
• Must list job experience related to work history, skills, and education information on application.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are critical
• This position will require standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, stooping and the ability to climb ladders.
• Position may involve heavy lifting 50-70 lbs. or more.
• Must be willing to work in damp, cold or hot environments, reach above shoulder level.
• Must be able to perform all duties of the position
• Be willing to stand 8- 10 hours a day.
• Must wear PPE, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net and beard guard.
• Must have or be able to obtain Tyson operator’s license for pallet jack or forklift, if necessary
• Ability to understand technical mechanical concepts
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organization skills
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Provide troubleshooting and repair of any mechanical malfunction
• Prepare written documentation of actions taken to correct equipment problems
• Responds to mechanical or electrical breakdowns and handle emergency situations
• Lubricate equipment with various grease and oils
• Perform preventive maintenance according to schedule
• Complete appropriate paperwork and reports
• Must comply with lockout/ tagout, confined space, and all other safety programs
• Must be able to perform mechanical and basic electrical trouble shooting and repairs
• Able to perform diagnosis and repairs without supervision
• Capable of starting all equipment before production startup and shutdown without supervision
• Ability to assist with other mechanics as needed
• Perform janitorial services if needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Work in temperature that will vary with outside ambient temperatures and humidity. It can be dusty, warm, and humid.
• Must be willing to complete all required training for the job and perform any other duties assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack license

Job description

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Generalist at our Alabama facility. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment, ensure safety, and follow Tyson policies.

This role requires mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting and the ability to work with minimal supervision. You will perform preventive maintenance, document actions, operate pallet jacks or forklifts if licensed, wear PPE, and stand 8–10 hours.