Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Details:

3rd Shift

Join Our Team at Tyson Foods! 

Are you ready to make an impact in a meaningful way? Join us at Tyson Foods, near Fort Worth, TX, where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We specialize in making pepperoni and pizza toppings, creating quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and competitive pay, with potential for overtime and quick progression within levels based on completed training and demonstrated skills on the job.

Why Tyson Foods?

• Innovative Work Environment: Be part of a team that is raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do!

• Career Growth: Potential to progress quickly within levels based on your skills and training.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy great benefits that support your well-being and are effective on the first day of employment.

• Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive salary with opportunities for overtime.

Job Description:

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.  Applicants will be considered for General Maintenance level openings. Leveling (pay) is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Expert Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair pneumatic control systems and pneumatically activated systems.

• Precision Repairs: Replace, rebuild, and repair pneumatic lift cylinders, airline hoses, fittings, and gauges.

• Hydraulic Mastery: Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and/or rebuild hydraulic motors, filters, pumps, valves, hoses, and hydraulic lift cylinders.

• High-Pressure Systems: Handle high-pressure systems with expertise, whether in operation or during major repairs.

• Installation Skills: Install heater connections, hydraulic oil coolers, temperature and oil pressure senders.

• Electrical Savvy: Identify and repair basic problems in electrical control circuitry or refer to an electrician.

• Clean Workspace: Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Versatile Duties: Perform various tasks as assigned by your supervisor or management.

• Technical Knowledge: Must have knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems; ability to read elementary wiring diagrams and hydraulic schematics.

• Mathematical Skills: Use shop mathematics with trade knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic operations and repair.

• Communication: Proficiency in reading and writing; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels.

• Physical Capabilities: Meet the physical demands of an industrial mechanic.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program (can be a combination of employers as long as experience is at least 3 years).

Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 

• Lift 70 lbs. on a daily basis.

• Work on your feet for 12 hours.

• Climb ladders and work in tight spaces.

• Work at heights up to 50 feet above the floor surface.

• Work in a cold, damp to hot environment.

• Stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull, and reach as required.

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods and be part of a team that is raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! 

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Tyson Foods! 




Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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