About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist assists the Maintenance Supervisor in coordinating daily department activities and communicating work assignments to maintenance team members. The role troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs production equipment and facility assets while complying with Tyson safety policies and procedures. The successful candidate performs the duties of a processing mechanic, operates machine-shop equipment, welds and fabricates plant components, diagnoses mechanical problems, performs basic electrical troubleshooting, and completes preventive maintenance tasks and records. Other duties may be assigned. The role is at the New Holland Plant and is listed for all shifts. Candidates must be flexible with work hours and available to work weekends. The successful candidate must be able to perform the position’s essential functions and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

  • At least 12 months of continuous employment with one employer within the last 36 months, or completion of verifiable formal schooling in a related trade.
  • At least 12 months of fabrication and mechanical experience.
  • Ability to repair transmission components and systems.
  • Proficiency with machine-shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, shears, and brakes.
  • Basic electrical knowledge for troubleshooting electrical and arc-welding components.
  • Knowledge of pipe-fitting and sheet-metal techniques.
  • Basic math skills, including ratios, rates, and percentages.
  • Proficiency with standard hand tools.
  • Ability to interpret written, verbal, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Flexible with work hours and available to work weekends.
  • Able to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.
  • Must pass the Tyson Basic Safety Test.
  • Able and willing to perform the essential physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

  • Welding, boiler, and electrical experience.
  • Mechanical maintenance background.
  • Knowledge of boiler and steam systems.
  • Welding and gas-cutting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor with coordinating daily department activities and communicating work assignments to maintenance team members.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment and facility assets in compliance with Tyson safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform all duties of a processing mechanic.
  • Operate machine-shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, shears, and brakes.
  • Weld and fabricate chutes, chain guards, equipment components, and other plant needs.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues related to processing equipment.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
  • Complete preventive maintenance tasks and maintain maintenance records.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid time off.
  • 401(k) plans.
  • Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
  • Relocation assistance is not eligible for this position.
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