Night Shift Maintenance Generalist - Welding Tech

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Forest, Mississippi, seeks a Maintenance Technician for the D shift to perform general plant maintenance while upholding Tyson safety culture.

The job involves welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, and reading drawings, with emphasis on safety and problem-solving in a high-demand production environment. Candidates should have at least 1 year of welding/industrial maintenance experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in hot and cold conditions.

Qualifications

• One year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance.
• Basic mechanical or maintenance skills; able to read and understand assignments.
• Must be certified to operate various gas/hydraulic motors/lifts.
• Willing to be respirator qualified.
• Able to lift 50 pounds; climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet; stand for long periods.
• Able to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems.
• Able to communicate orally & in writing; withstand extreme hot/cold odors.

Responsibilities

• To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture
• Receive training as required
• Perform various positions as required/assigned
• This position is responsible for general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Skills

Reading & understanding assignments

Oral and written communication

Physical stamina

Safety culture adoption

Tools

Basic hand tools

Electrical power tools

Pneumatic power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Forest, Mississippi, seeks a Maintenance Technician for the D shift to perform general plant maintenance while upholding Tyson safety culture.

The job involves welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, and reading drawings, with emphasis on safety and problem-solving in a high-demand production environment. Candidates should have at least 1 year of welding/industrial maintenance experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in hot and cold conditions.