Maintenance generalist Louisa County ( May )

Tyson Foods•Columbus Junction, IA

3d•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. These positions work in all departments of this pork processing facility, performing preventative maintenance repairing equipment used in production such as conveyor lines, trolley systems, Rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems. Other duties may include welding, basic electrical work, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas. These positions work in a cold, damp or hot and humid environment.

Requirements

Must be available to work 2nd or 3rd Shift.
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
1 Year On-The-Job Training.
Application and/or resume must show related work experience and/or training in at least two of the following General Maintenance related areas: Mechanical troubleshooting, Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting, Hydraulic troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting and Navigation, Welding/Fabrication, AC/DC Control Wiring, Motor Control, 3 Phase Wiring, Plumbing, Conveyor Maintenance, Hydraulics, Pneumatic systems.
Must be available to work any department, weekends, holidays and overtime.
Must be capable of communicating well both verbally and in writing with all levels of team members from hourly to upper management, as well as government officials.
Must be able to read and understand manuals.
Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 plus pounds as necessary.
Must be willing and able to work in confined space and working at heights above normal work area; use of ladders, lifts, and scaffolds.
Candidates hired into this position will be expected to stay on track with their training until he/she reaches level 7.
The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Rehires are accepted, rehire waiting period is 180 days from last termination date with a maximum number of employments of 3.

Nice To Haves

1 Year On-The-Job Training.

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets.
Performing preventative maintenance on equipment used in production.
Repairing equipment such as conveyor lines, trolley systems, Rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems.
Welding, basic electrical work, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Executing and documenting work completed on scheduling sheet.
Completing computer-based training modules and understanding training manuals.
Working in confined space and working at heights above normal work area.
Using ladders, lifts, and scaffolds.
Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisor.