Maintenance generalist Louisa County 2nd and 3rd shift

Tyson Foods • Columbus Junction, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs equipment and company assets at a pork processing facility while maintaining a safe work environment and following Tyson policies and procedures. The role works across all departments and performs preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment, including conveyor lines, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems. Duties may also include welding, basic electrical work, and work with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

The position requires work in cold, damp, hot, or humid environments and involves physical activity such as standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching. Employees may need to work in confined spaces and at heights, using ladders, lifts, and scaffolds, and lift more than 60 pounds as necessary. Hired employees are expected to continue training until they reach level 7.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience and/or education in at least two general maintenance-related areas, such as mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, or PLC troubleshooting; welding/fabrication; AC/DC control wiring; motor control; three-phase wiring; plumbing; conveyor maintenance; hydraulics; or pneumatic systems.
• Must be available to work third shift; the posting also lists the work shift as all shifts.
• Must be available to work in any department, on weekends and holidays, and overtime.
• Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing with team members at all levels and government officials.
• Must be able to read and understand manuals, complete and document work, and successfully complete computer-based training modules.
• Must be willing and able to lift more than 60 pounds as necessary.
• Must be willing and able to work in confined spaces and at heights above the normal work area, including using ladders, lifts, and scaffolds.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and company assets.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair production equipment, including conveyor lines, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform welding, basic electrical work, and tasks involving pneumatic and hydraulic systems as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Work in any department and complete assigned duties, including work on weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Read and understand manuals, and execute and document completed work on scheduling sheets.
• Complete computer-based training modules and understand training manuals.
• Continue required training until reaching level 7.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan.
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
• $2,000 employee referral bonus for the month of November 2026 for General Maintenance positions on second and third shifts, paid in milestones: $500 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days, and $1,000 after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED