Maintenance Mechanic - Hides/Tannery

Tyson Foods; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, dental, vision and life/ Rx

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Amarillo, TX is hiring a General Mechanic responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing plant equipment while upholding safety and Tyson policies. The role covers a beef processing facility with varied environments and the need to climb stairs, lift heavy objects, and work on multiple shifts.

The position requires at least 6 months of mechanic work experience or completion of an industrial maintenance training program.

Qualifications

• 6 months of mechanic work experience or completion of an industrial maintenance training program

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets while adhering to safety policies.
• Enter work orders into a computer-based system daily.
• Read manuals to service assigned equipment and support maintenance teams.
• Work 4–5 days with 2–3 days off, including Sundays and major holidays.

Skills

Welding experience

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Job Details:

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.

General Mechanic positions could involve working in any department of this beef processing facility. Activities such as standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing heights as high as 50 feet or more, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas. Candidates must be able to climb up and down stairs and ladders. Additionally, lifting heavy objects, 70 pounds or more, is necessary. These positions may entail working in cold, damp, hot, and humid environments, ranging from 30 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Mechanical aptitude is essential, and welding experience is preferred.

Candidates must enter work orders into a computer-based system daily. As part of the maintenance program, individuals will also be required to read manuals as needed to work on assigned equipment. Maintenance crews typically work 4-5 days with 2-3 days off, and shifts may include Sundays and some major holidays.

Former Tyson employees are subject to a 180-day waiting period for rehire and a limit of three times for rehire.

Requirements:

6 months of mechanic work experience in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program.( Qualifying candidates must take a tour before accepting job offer )

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (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.

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

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