TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO SERVICE CENTER: 2nd Shift Diesel/Auto Maintenance Mechanic ME03

Tyson•Wilkesboro, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive/Diesel Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, fire fans, automobiles, and diesel trucks. The work includes diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and repairing equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe, efficient operation. The mechanic must have knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair, including rebuilding transmissions, rear ends, and engines, and performing all facets of automotive and diesel maintenance. Team members must be able to read and write, perform basic math, understand labels and recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members. The role requires good attendance, flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and additional hours as needed, and the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. The position is at Tyson Foods’ Wilkesboro Service Center on second shift. Pay is $26.20 per hour, plus a $2.00-per-hour shift differential. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold a valid state driver’s license, and have no DUI/DWI within the last 12 months. An official motor vehicle record will be checked after an offer and must be received by Tyson before the applicant can move into the position. Applicants must document at least six months of work history within the last 12 months in their application work history and/or resume. Rehires are subject to a 91-day waiting period to apply for Fresh Plant, and candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or Tyson affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire. Team members must follow Tyson’s policies and procedures and perform other duties as tasked by administration.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid state driver's license.
Must have no DUI/DWI within the last 12 months; an official motor vehicle record must be checked after an offer and received by Tyson before the applicant can move into the position.
Must document at least six months of work history within the last 12 months in the application work history and/or resume.
Must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
Must be able to read and write and possess basic math skills.
Must have knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair, including rebuilding transmissions, rear ends, and engines, and performing automotive and diesel maintenance.
Must maintain good attendance.
Must be able and willing to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and additional hours as needed.
Rehires must meet the 91-day waiting period to apply for Fresh Plant; candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or Tyson affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair forklifts, pallet jacks, fire fans, automobiles, diesel trucks, and other equipment.
Diagnose mechanical issues and perform preventative maintenance.
Repair equipment to minimize downtime and ensure safe and efficient operation.
Rebuild transmissions, rear ends, and engines, and perform automotive and diesel maintenance.
Follow safety requirements and Tyson policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as tasked by administration.