Truck Mechanic C shift L.H. Garage (Springdale)

Tyson Foods•Springdale, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Mechanic performs preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks and related equipment at L.H. Garage in Springdale. The role works across multiple garage areas and may include diagnosing mechanical or electrical failures, using diagnostic programs to identify and repair engine and system issues, and performing minor structural welding and cutting. The mechanic must safely troubleshoot assigned equipment, communicate effectively with transportation personnel, interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics, and use basic math and computer skills to document information, process work orders, and complete required paperwork. Service calls at remote locations may be required. The schedule is Wednesday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The pay rate is $24.60 per hour. Team members must advance to ME02 within 12 months of hire and demonstrate proficiency in the specified maintenance and repair tasks before advancement. Team members must provide their own tools by the end of the 90-day probation period. Candidates must meet the stated age, driving, work-history, and physical requirements. Physical requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a current valid driver’s license and pass an MVR check.
Must not have a DUI/DWI conviction within the last 12 months.
Must have at least 3 months of employment with a single company within the last 6 months.
Must advance to ME02 within 12 months of hire; failure to obtain it means the team member is considered unable to meet job requirements.
Must demonstrate proficiency in the listed maintenance and repair tasks before advancement, with work reviewed by the Shop Manager, Shop Supervisor, Lead, and two senior technicians; official sign-off is provided by the Shop Manager or Supervisor.
Must provide their own tools by the end of the 90-day probation period.
Must be willing and able to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Prior Tyson team members are eligible for rehire after a 180-day waiting period and cannot have worked for Tyson Foods three or more times.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs on trucks.
Diagnose and repair mechanical or electrical failures in truck engines and systems using diagnostic programs.
Perform minor structural welding and cutting tasks.
Safely apply troubleshooting knowledge and skills to assigned equipment.
Communicate effectively with transportation personnel, including managers, drivers, and clerks.
Read and interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics; use basic math and computer skills to complete work.
Document information, process daily work orders, and complete required documentation.
Perform service calls on equipment at remote locations when required.
Demonstrate proficiency in PM1 and PM2 maintenance for trucks or trailers, depending on mechanic classification; brake inspection; wheel-end work; basic electrical work; and fault-code identification.