Job Description

Maintenance Generalist are responsible for but not limited to:

Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Provide troubleshooting and repair of any mechanical malfunction

Prepare written documentation of actions taken to correct equipment problems

Responds to mechanical or electrical breakdowns and handle emergency situations

Lubricate equipment with various grease and oils

Perform preventive maintenance according to schedule

Complete appropriate paperwork and reports

Must comply with lockout/ tagout, confined space, and all other safety programs

Must be able to perform mechanical and basic electrical trouble shooting and repairs

Able to perform diagnosis and repairs without supervision

Capable of starting all equipment before production startup and shutdown without supervision

Ability to assist with other mechanics as needed

Perform janitorial services if needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Work in temperature that will vary with outside ambient temperatures and humidity. It can be dusty, warm, and humid.

Must be willing to complete all required training for the job and perform any other duties assigned.

Good interpersonal and communication skills are critical

This position will require standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, stooping and the ability to climb ladders.

Position may involve heavy lifting 50 -70 lbs. or more.

Must be willing to work in damp, cold or hot environments, reach above shoulder level.

Must be able to perform all duties of the position

Be willing to stand 8- 10 hours a day.

Must wear PPE, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net and beard guard.

Must have or be able to obtain Tyson operator’s license for pallet jack or forklift, if necessary

Ability to understand technical mechanical concepts

Excellent communication skills

Strong organization skills

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

Biosecurity/Animal Welfare/Safety Requirements:

·The jobsite is a biosecure environment and could require showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company.

No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry.

Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.).

Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Will be trained to recognize and comply with all Safety procedures.

180 Day Rehire Waiting Period

3 Time Maximum Rehire Rule

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a minimum of 2 years of Maintenance experience or graduate of Industrial Maintenance Training program or combination of experience and education to meet the 2 year requirement.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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.

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