Maintenance Generalist - Night Shift - RVI Forest, MS

Tyson Foods; Forest (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician for a nights shift at our facility in the United States. The role involves general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Must have hands-on experience with welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, and read drawings.

Willingness to work with power transmission, pneumatics, and plumbing is required. Responsibilities include using basic tools, performing repairs, reading schematics, and ensuring safety.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of maintenance/mechanical experience.
• 6 months of continuous employment in the last 2 years.
• Able to read and understand assignments; communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Willing to participate in outside training and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, electrical repairs and minor system replacements.
• Read drawings and schematics of hydraulic and basic electrical systems.
• Operate gas/hydraulic motors and lifts; use hand tools and power tools.
• Follow Tyson policies and safety procedures; maintain plant safety culture.
• Assist with boiler monitoring and chemical testing as required.

Skills

Basic hand tools

Mechanical maintenance

Welding

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Reading drawings & schematics

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Welding equipment

Gas/Hydraulic motors

Job description

Nights Shift Hours

7 pm to 7 am

Maintenance Hourly Rotation

rotates which days 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.

Physical Requirements

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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

B 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 Employer

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.