Refrigeration/Utilities Maintenance 1st Shift - New London, WI
About The Position
Tyson Foods is hiring a Refrigeration & Utilities Maintenance Technician in New London, Wisconsin. The role supports safe, reliable facility operations by maintaining refrigeration systems and utility equipment, including steam generation, compressed air, water distribution, and condensate return. The technician will work with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment in a manufacturing environment, support production and food safety, and respond to equipment problems and emergency repairs as needed. The position is for the 1st shift. Candidates need at least six months of mechanic work experience or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program. The role requires working overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins when needed, along with meeting the listed physical requirements.
Requirements
- At least six months of mechanical maintenance or mechanic work experience, or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and emergency call-ins when needed.
- Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
- Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds frequently.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods during a shift.
- Ability to reach overhead, work at various heights, climb stairs, and safely access equipment.
- Ability to work in wet environments, in temperatures as low as 10°F, and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain refrigeration systems and utility equipment.
- Maintain steam generation, compressed air, water distribution, condensate return, and related utility systems.
- Install, inspect, and repair utility equipment using appropriate tools and testing equipment.
- Complete maintenance documentation and CMMS/SAP work orders accurately.
- Support preventative maintenance initiatives to ensure reliable operation.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas.
- Follow safety, food safety, GMP, and SQF requirements.
- Respond to equipment issues and support emergency repairs when necessary.
- Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to keep operations running efficiently.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations.
Benefits
- Benefits starting on Day 1
- Competitive pay and advancement opportunities
- On-the-job paid training and development opportunities
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
