Maintenance generalist Louisa County 2nd and 3rd shift

Tyson Foods; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Iowa is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across departments of our pork processing facility, ensuring safe operations and adherence to Tyson policies.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance on conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery, hydraulics, welding and basic electrical work; ability to read manuals, document work, and work 3rd shift; must lift up to 60+ pounds and work in varied environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; 1 year OJT in maintenance.
• Experience in mechanical, electrical or hydraulic troubleshooting required.
• Willing to work all departments, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Able to lift 60+ pounds and work in confined spaces or at heights.
• Must read and understand manuals and document work.
• Capable of completing computer-based training modules.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across departments.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production equipment.
• Repair conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulics.
• Weld and perform electrical work; handle pneumatic/hydraulic system tasks.
• Read manuals and document work on scheduling sheets.
• Work safely in cold, damp or hot environments.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

AC/DC Control Wiring

Motor control

Conveyor maintenance

Pneumatic systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

On-the-Job Training

Job description

Job Details

Job Description

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

These positions work in all departments of this pork processing facility, performing preventative maintenance repairing equipment used in production such as conveyor lines, trolley systems, Rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems. Other duties may include welding, basic electrical work, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas. These positions work in a cold, damp or hot and humid environment.

REQUIRMENTS

• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK 3rd shift.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred. 1 Year On-The-Job Training.
• Application and /or resume must show related work experience and/or training in these areas : Must have 1 years' experience and or education in at least two of the following General Maintenance related areas; Mechanical troubleshooting, Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting, Hydraulic troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting and Navigation, Welding/Fabrication, AC/DC Control Wiring, Motor Control, 3 Phase Wiring, Plumbing, Conveyor Maintenance, Hydraulics, Pneumatic systems.
• Must be available to work any department, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Must be capable of communicating well both verbally and in writing with all levels of team members from hourly to upper management, as well as government officials.
• Must be able to read and understand manuals, execute and document work completed on scheduling sheet.
• Must be able to successfully complete computer-based training modules and understand training manuals.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 plus pounds as necessary.
• Must be willing and able to work in confined space and working at heights above normal work area; use of ladders, lifts, and scaffolds; as well as any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Candidates hired into this position will be expected to stay on track with their training until he/she reaches level 7.
• The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Location is accepting Rehires, rehire waiting period is 180 days from last termination date with a maximum number of employments of 3.

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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