Night-Shift Industrial Maintenance Technician

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

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.