Mechanic Maintenance - 1st shift - Cullman Truck Shop

Tyson Foods•Cullman, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Primary Purpose of this job is to maintain all tractors, trailers, and live production equipment in operating condition which requires being able to diagnose issues, adjust, repair, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment while complying with Department of Transportation rules and regulations, maintaining a safe work environment, and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. In addition, this position will be responsible for shuttling tractor/trailers to other locations.

Requirements

1st Shift--Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Times may vary as needed.
Must have Diesel Mechanic experience .
Must have basic tools.
Must be able to work with MINIMAL supervision.
Must be able to understand written and verbal instructions, shop manuals and other written documents.
Must have basic computer skills required for data input.
Must have experience working with power hand tools, welder, cutting tools, test equipment, forklift, hand tools, hydraulic press, lift equipment, ladder, hydraulic hose crimper, drill press, torque wrenches up to 600 ft/lbs., and any other equipment required to maintain and repair diesel trucks, trailers, and live production equipment.
Must be able to work as part of a team.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays if necessary .
Class A CDL is preferred, but not required.
Must have (6) six months of continuous work history with (1) one employer within the last (24) twenty-four months.
Must have six (6) months of Diesel Mechanic work experience or six (6) months of Diesel Mechanic Training from a Technical school.
Work experience and/or training must be documented on 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
Max of two (2) previous Tyson Employments to be considered.
180 days (6 months) waiting period.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Must be willing and able to transport tractor/trailers to and from Grower farms and/or other Live Production facilities as needed.
Must be able to m aintain, diagnose, repair any equipment necessary to assure continuous operations with supervision.
Must be able to maintain any support equipment, change trailer and tractor tires, and help in layout and install new and rebuilt parts on equipment with supervision.
Must be able to assemble or reassemble complex equipment that requires maintenance knowledge with supervision.
Must be willing to maintain clean work area as well as other shop areas.
Must be willing to wear proper PPE.
Must be willing to follow proper safety practices and procedures.
Must be able and willing to stand, walk, bend, stoop, lift, climb and lie on back.
Must be able and willing to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Must be willing to tolerate temperatures and conditions ranging from cold and damp to hot and humid.
Must be willing to perform all other duties assigned by supervisor.