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

Tyson Foods•Wilkesboro, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, fire fans, automobiles, and diesel trucks. The mechanic must have knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair, including rebuilding transmissions, rear ends, and engines, and performing automotive and diesel maintenance. The role requires diagnosing mechanical issues, completing preventive maintenance, repairing equipment to minimize downtime, and helping ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently. Team members must be able to read and write, perform basic math, and communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues. The position is on second shift and requires flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and additional hours as needed. Good attendance and the ability to meet the physical requirements of the job are required. Applicants must meet the stated motor vehicle requirements: 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 also document at least six months of work history within the last 12 months. Rehires are subject to a 91-day waiting period to apply for Fresh Plant, and candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or its affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire. Candidates must perform other duties as assigned by administration and follow safety requirements and Tyson policies and procedures. Physical requirements include frequent use of hands, legs, and feet; bending, twisting, turning, kneeling, working in varied positions while servicing equipment, and walking and standing for extended periods. Physical requirements must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old and have a valid state driver's license.
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 placement.
Document at least six months of work history within the last 12 months in the application work history and/or resume.
Understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
Be able to read and write and possess basic math skills.
Have knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair, including transmissions, rear ends, engines, and automotive and diesel maintenance.
Maintain good attendance.
Be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Be willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and additional hours as needed.
Follow safety requirements and Tyson policies and procedures.
Rehires must meet the 91-day waiting period to apply for Fresh Plant; candidates with three or more prior periods of employment at Tyson Foods or its affiliates 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 preventive maintenance.
Repair equipment to minimize downtime and help ensure it operates safely and efficiently.
Rebuild transmissions, rear ends, and engines, and perform automotive and diesel maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned by administration.
Observe safety requirements and Tyson policies and procedures.