Tyson Chicken Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Details:

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for general building and equipment maintenance inclusive of snow removal in the winter and acting as back-up to the shag driver and waste water treatment positions as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

• General repair and maintenance of building, forklifts, pallet jacks, company vehicles, and all other equipment or buildings owned by the company

• Maintain company grounds inclusive of snow/ice removal, lawn work

• Maintenance and safe operation of all company rolling stock; back-up Shag Driver and Certified Fork Lift Operator

• Repair and replacement of facility lighting

• Repair of facility plumbing needs

• Trash removal from the facility

• Maintain the cleanliness of the truck sheds, loafing shed, and maintenance shop

• Sweeping of the parking lot

• Maintain the bone yard and inventory if needed

• Assist with roof repairs and clean-up

• All other essential duties as directed by the maintenance manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to carry out essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, within safety guidelines

• Ability to operate all rolling stock efficiently, within safety guidelines

• Ability to efficiently use hand tools and trades type tools, to provide maintenance of facility as required

• Good mechanic background required

• General knowledge of vehicle maintenance including preventative and scheduled maintenance.

• Good plumbing skills

• General knowledge of electrical and lighting

• Clean drivers license with the ability to obtain a CDL

• Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as required

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Associates degree or equivalent in mechanical trade preferred

Communication Skills:

• Must be able to communicate within the department and understand directions

Physical Requirements / Environment:

• Stand/Walk: Continuously

• Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs), Occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)

• Other Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently; bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.), crouch, kneel, push/pull, grasp

  • Continuously; working around moving machinery, in areas with marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

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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.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity 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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