Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 - 2nd shift - Albertville Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Albertville, AL

About The Position

This technical career position at Tyson Foods, Inc. performs troubleshooting and repair and provides technical support for all phases of plant operations. The role requires proficiency across multiple skill clusters, including electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The technician must work effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations. The position is for the second shift at the Albertville Plant and requires a minimum of 1–5 trips per year outside the assigned location. Applicants must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Training beyond high school, including an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or a closely related technical field, or a combination of education and experience that may include skilled trade programs, military training, or other applicable training.
Competency with Windows-based software such as Outlook, Excel, and Word; strong document organization skills; ability to use document templates and create simple queries; and proficiency or ability to become proficient in SAP Plant Maintenance.
Verbal and written communication skills, critical-thinking ability, and problem-solving skills.
Good safety and attendance record and strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated skills in AC/DC circuits and industrial electrical systems.
Experience with electrical safety and lockout/tagout processes and procedures.
Knowledge of the theory and application of electronic devices, including industrial semiconductors, solid-state drives, and industrial control systems.
Experience operating PLC systems and control and data-collection instrumentation and transducers.
Working knowledge and skills with maintenance and repair tools and components for mechanical systems, including bearings, gears, clutches, belts, and seals.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.
Willingness to travel a minimum of 1–5 trips per year outside the assigned location.
For internal candidates: no written warnings within the previous six months and fewer than five attendance points.
Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

An Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or a closely related technical field.
Certifications in any technical field or techniques.
Basic microcomputer skills to understand microprocessor operation and interfacing characteristics.
PLC experience including basic system configuration and hardware, relay-equivalent instructions, timers/counters, data manipulation, data communications, advanced programming commands, interfacing, troubleshooting, application, and program development.
Skills or training in electronic motor drive technologies, including servo motors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and mechanical brakes and clutches, closed-loop systems, DC servo, AC variable-frequency, AC servo, and stepper systems.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems.
Provide technical support for all phases of plant operations.
Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.
For internal candidates, meet the stated attendance and disciplinary eligibility requirements.