Maintenance Generalist MG01-MG08, D Shift (Nights) RVI-Texarkana, AR

Tyson Foods; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across facilities. Candidates should have basic mechanical skills, welding and hydraulic experience, and the ability to read drawings and schematics.

The role requires physical stamina, lifting up to 50 lbs, and comfort with variable shifts. Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, performing electrical and mechanical repairs, and ensuring safe, compliant operation of plant equipment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of mechanical/maintenance experience in the last 24 months.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in extreme temperatures and odors.
• Reading and understanding assignments; basic math; read drawings or schematics.
• Certified to operate gas/hydraulic motors and related lifting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment and assets.
• Perform welding, cutting and minor electrical repairs as needed.
• Read drawings or schematics of hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Monitor boiler operation and perform basic chemical tests where required.

Skills

Basic math

Reading drawings

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Power tools

Hand tools

Two-way radio

Lifting 50 lbs

Read schematics

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical tools

Reading schematics

Job description

Starting Pay $21.30-$30.40/hr plus a $2.00 shift premium

Shift Hours

• Thursday: 6 PM - 6 AM (Friday)
• Friday: 6 PM - 6 AM (Saturday)
• Saturday: 6 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)

Job Details

Starting Pay $21.30-$30.40/hr plus a $2.00 shift premium

Shift Hours

• Wednesday: 6 PM - 6 AM (Thursday)
• Thursday: 6 PM - 6 AM (Friday)
• Friday: 6 PM - 6 AM (Saturday)
• Saturday: 6 PM - 12 AM (Midnight)

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. Must be able to use basic hand tools. Basic mechanical or maintenance skills, knowledge in areas of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics & plumbing. 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.

Must have at least 6 months of mechanical/maintenance skills in the last 24 months, preferably industrial maintenance listed on application. 6 months continuous employment with one employer in the last 24 months.

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.

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

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: D 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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