Maintenance Technician-Enid, OK (Enterprise Plant)

ERDA; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Technician in the United States to support cross-functional plant activities and keep equipment running safely and efficiently. The role offers multiple shifts and a focus on problem solving and proactive upkeep within a fast-paced environment.

Experience can be 1 year in industrial maintenance or an equivalent technical program; strong CMMS familiarity, basic math, and effective communication are required.

Qualifications

• Education and experience: at least 1 year in industrial maintenance or equivalent education in lieu of experience.
• Ability to learn CMMS and log daily work orders.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support with moderate supervision to ensure safe operation of equipment and teams.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
• Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting to all production equipment.
• Interact with plant personnel to achieve goals and minimize downtime.

Skills

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Details:

This location is part of our Prepared Foods Division. As a Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Maintenance Technicians are vital to maintaining our Team Member’s safety through problem solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Maintenance Technicians. Come be part of our Team.

Pay is determined by experience and is paid weekly!

Shift Availability: Multiple shifts available. Candidates may indicate preferred shift; placement will be based on operational needs and availability.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide maintenance support with moderate supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team.

• Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.

• Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.

• Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.

• Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.

• Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.

• Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.

Requirements:

• Education and Experience: At least 1 year of industrial maintenance experience OR 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education (e.g., possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience.

  • Applicants will be considered for Associate Maintenance Technicians, General Maintenance Technicians, and Sr Maintenance Technicians level openings.

  • Leveling determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.

Special Skills:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.

• Ability to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.

• Ability to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.

• Repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling.

• Frequent overhead work.

• Temperatures inside the plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.

• Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.

Sponsorship is not available.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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.

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.