Job Description

Diesel Mechanic Maintenance

The starting pay for this position is $25.20/hr. and may increase up to $33.60/hr. based on experience. 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. This facility may operate on weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed to meet customer and operational demands. We offer advancement opportunities and steady work while supporting the transportation operations that help keep our business moving.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Diesel Mechanic Maintenance position is responsible for performing maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on diesel-powered trucks, trailers, Tyson pickup trucks, and other company vehicles and equipment. This position helps ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of the transportation fleet while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to all Tyson Foods policies and procedures. The Diesel Mechanic reports directly to the Sr. Shop Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel trucks, trailers, pickup trucks, and other fleet equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel engines and related vehicle systems.
• Perform oil changes, lubrication services, filter replacements, and fluid checks.
• Repair and replace tires, brakes, suspension components, steering systems, and other mechanical parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, charging, lighting, and starting systems.
• Inspect and maintain trailer components, including air systems, suspension systems, and lighting systems.
• Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and DOT requirements.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment and tools to accurately identify mechanical issues.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance activities, and parts usage.
• Ensure all vehicles and equipment are maintained in a safe and roadworthy condition.
• Respond to fleet breakdowns and perform emergency repairs when required.
• Maintain shop equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean and organized manner.
• Assist with inventory control and proper storage of parts, supplies, oils, and maintenance materials.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company maintenance practices.
• Work collaboratively with fleet management, drivers, and other departments to support transportation operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements: Must be willing and able to perform the following:

• Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
• Must be willing and able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions for extended periods.
• Must be willing and able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds as needed throughout the shift.
• Must be willing and able to climb ladders and safely work underneath vehicles and trailers.
• Must be willing and able to use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, jacks, lifts, and other maintenance equipment.
• Must be willing and able to perform repetitive movements involving the hands, arms, shoulders, and back.
• Must be willing and able to work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, rain, and outdoor environments.
• Must be willing and able to work around moving vehicles, mechanical equipment, noise, vibration, grease, oils, fuels, and cleaning chemicals.
• Must be willing and able to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as business needs require.

External Education and Experience:

Requirement: Must have a valid drivers license. Must have at least 6 months’ vehicle mechanic experience documented on application or resume. Diesel experience preferred.

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. Must possess mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and repair diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. Must be able to safely operate maintenance tools and equipment and follow written and verbal instructions.

Preferred: Previous experience as a diesel mechanic, diesel technician, fleet mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic. Experience with preventative maintenance programs, diesel engine diagnostics, brakes, air systems, suspension systems, electrical systems, trailer maintenance, hydraulic systems, and DOT inspections. Experience in using computerized diagnostic equipment and maintenance documentation systems is preferred.

Rehire Criteria

· Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.

· Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.

· Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST 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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