TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO, NC: ALL SHIFTS -IMMEDIATE NEED Mechanical Maintenance and Electrician positions Available!!! GREAT BENEFITS, APPLY TODAY!!

Tyson Foods•Wilkesboro, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The role involves working in a fresh plant environment, including raw and fresh product processing areas, with exposure to moisture, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment. Maintenance activities must protect food safety and prevent contamination, and work is coordinated around production schedules and sanitation windows. The position requires adherence to all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices.

Requirements

6 months of previous general maintenance experience with a single employer within the past 12 months or equivalent school training listed in the work history section of the application or uploaded resume
Must have a valid State Driver's License
Motor Vehicle Requirement (18 years of age, valid state driver's license, and no DUI/DWI’s within the last 12 months)
Ability to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively
Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with or without assistance
Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment
Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders
Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Perform maintenance in raw and fresh product processing areas
Ensure all maintenance activities protect food safety and prevent contamination
Work in temperature-controlled environments with exposure to moisture, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment
Coordinate maintenance work around production schedules and sanitation windows