Maintenance Technician - JAN25 at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Hillsdale, Illinois

Job Description:

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Job Details:




Job Description: This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Maintenance Technician positions are responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production. This includes repairing and maintaining the operating conditions of the machinery and equipment, troubleshooting problems that occur in the day-to-day operation of the facility. The position requires performing work involving hydraulics, pneumatics, electricity, general mechanics as well as some welding. The Team Member will also set up, adjust and break down production line machinery and complete daily documentation that is required. Tasks include standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 75 lbs) and reaching. This position can work in a hot, humid environment or cold, damp environment and slippery surfaces. Must be willing to stand or walk on hard floors 8 - 12 hours a day. The Team Member must be able to complete all required training for the job and perform any other duties as assigned.


The Joslin facility is not accepting rehires at this time.



Requirements:


Must have a minimum of (1) year of mechanic work experience documented in the work history section of the application; documented in a resume; or a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program. (Can be a combination of employers or schooling if it is at least 1 year). Also needs to be able to become HAZMAT certified. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, and available for overtime. Must be able to communicate effectively to all employees and management to resolve mechanical failures as well as be able to read manuals in order to repair equipment safely.



Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:



ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)


Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.



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