Wastewater Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift - Hutchinson, KS

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking an industrial maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and plant assets. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to Tyson policies, and teamwork across shifts.

This position requires 1 year of maintenance experience or related education, and may involve welding, electrical work, and electrical schematic reading to keep production lines running smoothly.

Qualifications

• This role requires 1 year of industrial maintenance experience and/or related education.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair production and plant equipment, including electrical systems.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and Tyson policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on production and plant equipment.
• Carry out single and three-phase electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
• Operate and maintain wastewater collection or pre-treatment systems.
• Perform fabrication and welding duties as needed.
• Read and follow instructions and complete required paperwork.
• Wear required safety equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Read electrical schematics and interpret control wiring.
• Work with hazardous chemicals and support continuous improvements.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding

Read electrical schematics

Education

Industrial maintenance education

Tools

Electrical schematics

Control voltage

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Job description

Job Details

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer competitive pay and great benefits. This facility operates seven days a week and produces Bacon Toppings and Tacos. Leveling (pay) is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

Sign-on Bonus

• $5,000 sign on bonus for new hires. The bonus is paid out in $2,500 following completion of 90 days and $2,500 at completion of 180 days.
• Rehires are not eligible for sign on bonus.

Role Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of mechanical troubleshooting and repairs on production and plant equipment.
• Perform single phase and 3 phase electrical troubleshooting and repairs on production and plant equipment.
• Perform operation and maintenance of wastewater collection system, or wastewater pre-treatment system.
• Perform fabrication and welding job duties as needed.
• Read and follow instructions and complete required paperwork.
• Wear necessary safety equipment.
• Read electrical schematics.
• Work with hazardous chemicals.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Communicate effectively to all levels of team member including management.
• Knowledge of control voltage, pneumatics, hydraulics, and 3 phase wiring is helpful to perform repairs and maintenance on processing production lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Wastewater experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Must be able and willing to move from one area of production to another. Must be able and willing to lift and carry 50 pounds or more. Team Member will stand, stoop, bend, climb ladders, change work levels, twist, and squat, climb stairs, reach, push, pull and move about the facility or working in unsanitary conditions. Team Member will work in various temperatures ranging between 28 and 100 plus degrees. Team members are encouraged to dress appropriately before they arrive at their work area.

Opportunities for Advancement

Opportunities for advancement commensurate with performance and willingness to learn both inside and outside of Plant Operations.

This Role Is for You

1 year industrial maintenance experience and/or industrial maintenance education combined.

Eligibility

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. Rehires are not eligible for sign on bonus.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

Background Check

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits

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