Maintenance Electrical Technician - B Shift (Maint to Maint)

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Goodlettsville, TN

About The Position

This technical career position at Tyson Foods performs troubleshooting and repairs and provides technical support across all phases of the operation. It requires proficiency in 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 posting is intended for current maintenance team members at the facility or complex (MG06+); team members seeking to transfer from another Tyson facility should contact their local HR Partner.

Requirements

Must be a current maintenance department team member at MG06 or higher; applicants must have 6 or fewer points and no suspensions in the last 12 months. New hires must complete their initial 90-day probationary period.
Training beyond high school, including an associate degree in Electronic Technology or a closely related technical field, is preferred; an applicable combination of education and experience may include skilled trade programs, military training, or other training.
Competent with Windows-based software such as Outlook, Excel, and Word, with strong document organization skills and the ability to use templates and create simple queries.
Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing, with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated skills with 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 of tools and components used to maintain and repair mechanical systems, including bearings, gears, clutches, belts, and seals.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.
Must be willing and able to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be willing to travel a minimum of 1–5 trips per year outside the assigned location.

Nice To Haves

MG08 classification with MET licensure.
Two years of direct involvement in industrial electrical troubleshooting.
Certifications in a technical field or technique.
Basic microcomputer skills to understand microprocessor operation and interfacing characteristics.
PLC experience involving basic system configuration, 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 across all phases of the operation.
Provide technical support for operations.
Maintain and troubleshoot electrical controls, fluid power, and mechanical systems.
Operate and troubleshoot PLC systems, control systems, data-collection instrumentation, and transducers.
Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.
Use SAP Plant Maintenance, becoming proficient if not already proficient.