Temperanceville Plant - 1st Shift Maintenance Generalist Full Time

Tyson Foods; Temperanceville (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Virginia is seeking aMaintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair plant equipment and assets while upholding safety standards.

The role requires performing preventive maintenance, assisting with new equipment installations, and collaborating with the maintenance team across the facility. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 months of maintenance experience, be able to handle physical tasks, and work weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 3 months of maintenance experience.
• Enrollment in a maintenance/mechanical program can substitute for experience.
• Willing to perform the physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets.
• Document corrections required and perform preventive maintenance.
• Assist with installation of new equipment and with facility maintenance.
• Work weekends and various shifts as needed.
• Follow Safety Rules (Lockout/Tagout) and OSHA standards.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hand-eye coordination

Physical strength

Education

Enrollment in maintenance/mechanical program

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.

Monitors the equipment during production and makes any necessary repairs or adjustments. Documents any corrections required. Performs preventive maintenance on weekends. Rebuilds equipment as required. Assists with installation of new equipment. Assists with maintenance throughout the entire facility as required.

Manually able to grease, change oil, and clean various plant equipment. Monitor equipment and computer boards. Troubleshoot mechanical problems using detailed schematics and blueprints. Work other shifts when necessary.

• Must be able to understand and agree to follow Safety Rules (ie. Lockout/Tagout)
• Must be able to comply with OSHA standards.
• Saturday and Sunday work required.
• Work very closely with other maintenance personnel in order to receive and pass along information concerning the job.
• Must be able to work with other devices that are very fragile and require precise attention.
• All other duties as requested by the supervisor.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination.
• Capable of moving equipment, machinery, etc., in excess of 40 pounds when needed.
• Must be able to work on and inspect equipment, which may involve bending, turning, stooping, twisting, and climbing.
• Able to move freely throughout the plant over and around equipment, people and other Obstacles.
• Must be able to tolerate climates ranging from very cold to very hot and form very wet to very dry.
• Must be able to communicate and get along well with others.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must be able to reach, lift and work overhead.
• Must be able to walk, stand or sit for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to complete mandatory online training.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Must have at least 3 months of maintenance experience. enrollment in a maintenance / mechanical program can be considered in lieu of experience.

Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 90 days.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate: $27.25

Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan: No

Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

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Any listed amounts represent the base pay range.

Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses.

Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

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.

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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.

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