Maintenance Generalist MG01-MG08, A-Shift (Days) RVI-Forest, MS

Tyson Foods•Forest, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. The Maintenance Generalist will perform various positions as required/assigned and receive training as required. The role is focused on maintaining and promoting the Tyson safety culture.

Requirements

Must be able to use basic hand tools
Requires basic mechanical or maintenance skills
Knowledge in areas of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics & plumbing
1 year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance
Able to read & understand assignments
Able to communicate orally & in writing
Able to hear/respond to two-way radio
Able to lift 50 pounds
Able to climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet
Able to stand for long periods of time
Withstand extreme hot, cold, inclement weather & odors
Basic knowledge of math
Able to use various electrical & pneumatic power tools & equipment
Must be certified to operate various pieces of gas/hydraulic motors/lifts
Must have at least 1 year of maintenance/mechanical experience
Must have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 2 years
All applicants must complete the final task that is separate from the application
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Prefer individual be respirator qualified
Willing to further education by outside training, company testing program & vendor training

Responsibilities

Perform various positions as required/assigned
Maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture
Receive training as required
Perform duties such as welding, cutting, minor electrical repair, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water & steam pipes, lines, & systems
May monitor boiler and perform chemical test on boiler
May be required to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems
Perform duties such as welding, cutting, minor electrical repair, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water & steam pipes, lines, & systems
Other duties as assigned by supervisor