Maintenance Generalist, D-Shift (Nights) RVI-Forest, MS

Tyson Foods; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Technician for night shift in our plant. The role performs general maintenance across the facility, adhering to Tyson policies and procedures while promoting a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include using basic hand tools, welding and mechanical tasks, reading drawings, and ensuring equipment such as motors, pumps, and hydraulic systems operate safely. You will be required to lift 50 pounds and work in hot/cold environments; background checks may

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year or more of maintenance experience in industrial settings.
• Minimum 6 months of continuous employment in last 2 years.
• Ability to read drawings and schematics of hydraulic and basic electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance throughout the plant per Tyson policies.
• Operate and maintain welding, cutting, minor electrical repairs, and related systems.
• Read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• May monitor boiler and perform chemical tests.
• Willing to undergo further education and training.
• Any applicant meeting minimum requirements may be contacted for an interview.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical maintenance

Welding knowledge

Reading & writing

Oral & written communication

Stamina

Job description

Shift D Nights / Hours are

• Wednesday: 1 am to 7 am (Thursday morning)
• Thursday: 7 pm to 7 am
• Friday: 7 pm to 7 am
• Saturday: 7 pm to 7 am

Maintenance Hourly rotates every 4 weeks.

Functions

To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture

Description

This position is responsible for general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Tasks

• Must be able to use basic hand tools.
• Requires: basic mechanical or maintenance skills, knowledge in areas of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics & plumbing, 1 year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance, able to read & understand assignments, able to communicate orally & in writing, able to hear/respond to two-way radio, able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, able to stand for long periods of time, withstand extreme hot, cold, inclement weather & odors, basic knowledge of math, able to use various electrical & pneumatic power tools & equipment.
• May monitor boiler and perform chemical test on boiler.
• May be required to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems.
• Must be certified to operate various pieces of gas/hydraulic motors/lifts.
• Performs duties such as welding, cutting, minor electrical repair, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water & steam pipes, lines, & systems.
• Prefer individual be respirator qualified.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Willing to further education by outside training, company testing program & vendor training.
• Any applicant meeting minimum requirements may be contacted for an interview.

Requirements

Must have at least 1 year of maintenance/mechanical experience and 6 months of continuous employment in the last 2 years.

Employee Safety

The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Rehire Criteria

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.
• Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Work Shift

D Shift (United States of America)

Background Checks

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Equal Opportunity

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

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.

Internal Candidates

ALL INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST

Relocation Assistance

No