About The Position

Responsible for maintaining and performing preventative maintenance on diesel engine trucks and trailers while maintaining a safe work environment and following Tyson policies and procedures. Work includes oil changes, greasing, repairing or replacing semi-truck tires, and repairing or replacing brakes on semi-trucks and trailers. The role requires supplying personal tools for minimum maintenance and using basic electrical, pneumatic, and hand tools. The mechanic must be able to read and understand policies, procedures, and regulations; document information; and communicate verbally and in writing. Physical requirements include lifting up to 60 pounds, using stairs and ladders up to 30 feet, bending, stretching, and reaching, and working in extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, and odors. The position is based at River Valley Ingredients Truck Stop in Scranton, Arkansas, with a C shift schedule of Wednesday through Saturday days. Applicants must have a current Arkansas driver's license, pass the Tyson Yard/Lot Driver Assessment, be at least 18 years old, and have mechanical or maintenance skills documented in their work history or application skills section. Applicants must be willing to work A, B, C, or D shift. Candidates must provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States and pass a urinalysis screening as part of the post-offer health assessment. Certain roles may require a background check. Applicants who have worked for Tyson three times will not be considered, and a minimum 180-day waiting period applies after previous Tyson employment. Applications are active only for the month in which they are submitted, and applicants must reapply the following month to remain under consideration. Relocation assistance is not available. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

  • Basic mechanical or maintenance skills; these must be listed in the work history or skills section of the application.
  • Current Arkansas driver's license.
  • Pass the Tyson Yard/Lot Driver Assessment.
  • Supply personal tools for minimum maintenance.
  • Ability to use basic electrical, pneumatic, and hand tools.
  • Ability to read and understand policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Ability to document information and communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to lift 60 pounds; use stairs and ladders up to 30 feet; bend, stretch, and reach; and work in extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, and odors.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Must be willing to work A, B, C, or D shift.
  • Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States and pass a post-offer urinalysis screening.
  • Applicants who have worked for Tyson three times will not be considered.
  • A minimum 180-day waiting period applies after previous Tyson employment.
  • Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventative maintenance on diesel engine trucks and trailers.
  • Perform oil changes and grease vehicles and equipment.
  • Repair or replace semi-truck and trailer tires.
  • Repair or replace brakes on semi-trucks and trailers.
  • Maintain a safe work environment and follow Tyson policies and procedures.
  • Document information and communicate with others verbally and in writing.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan
  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Prescription drug benefits
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