Temperanceville Plant - Maintenance Generalist FT 1st Shift

Tyson Foods•Temperanceville, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. The role involves monitoring equipment during production, making necessary repairs or adjustments, and documenting any corrections required. The position also includes performing preventive maintenance, rebuilding equipment, and assisting with the installation of new equipment and general maintenance throughout the facility. Manual tasks such as greasing, oil changes, and cleaning plant equipment are also part of the responsibilities. The role requires monitoring equipment and computer boards, troubleshooting mechanical problems using schematics and blueprints, and the ability to work other shifts when necessary. Adherence to safety rules like Lockout/Tagout and compliance with OSHA standards are mandatory. This role requires weekend work and close collaboration with other maintenance personnel. The ability to work with fragile devices requiring precise attention and perform all other duties as requested by the supervisor is essential.

Requirements

Must have good hand-eye coordination
Capable of moving equipment, machinery, etc., in excess of 40 pounds when needed
Must be able to work on and inspect equipment, which may involve bending, turning, stooping, twisting, and climbing
Able to move freely throughout the plant over and around equipment, people and other obstacles
Must be able to tolerate climates ranging from very cold to very hot and from very wet to very dry
Must be able to communicate and get along well with others
Must be able to climb ladders
Must be able to reach, lift and work overhead
Must be able to walk, stand or sit for the duration of the shift
Must be able to complete mandatory online training
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
Must have at least 3 months of maintenance experience. enrollment in a maintenance / mechanical program can be considered in lieu of experience.

Responsibilities

Monitors the equipment during production and makes any necessary repairs or adjustments
Documents any corrections required
Performs preventive maintenance on weekends
Rebuilds equipment as required
Assists with installation of new equipment
Assists with maintenance throughout the entire facility as required
Manually grease, change oil, and clean various plant equipment
Monitor equipment and computer boards
Trouble-shoot mechanical problems using detailed schematics and blueprints
Work other shifts when necessary
Understand and agree to follow Safety Rules (ie. Lockout/Tagout)
Comply with OSHA standards
Work closely with other maintenance personnel in order to receive and pass along information concerning the job
Work with other devices that are very fragile and require precise attention
Perform all other duties as requested by the supervisor