Senior Maintenance Service Technician-Days at Tyson Foods

Zeeland, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food Processing, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma, Industrial maintenance card or journeyman’s license preferred
5+ years industrial maintenance experience required, must have experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical troubleshooting including PLC’s
Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and technical specifications
Proficient in the use of hand and power tools and measuring equipment
Ability to work in a team environment and with management, operations/production personnel, and contractors
Ability to self-motivate and work independently
Comfortable operating at high elevations if needed
Ability to lift or move 75 pounds
Ability to withstand changing environments
Ability to operate an aerial lift and sit-down forklift
Basic computer skills required, including ability to learn and utilize CMMS for data entry, work orders, and documentation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic math skills
Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and rotating flex schedule (1st shift 5:00AM–5:00PM)
Approximately one to two weeks travel per year for technical and safety training

Responsibilities

Perform and complete preventative maintenance and repairs of plant production equipment, including mechanical repairs (interpret prints/schematics of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic; shaft seal replacements; motor replacement and alignments; rebuilds of pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, valves, pumps; bearing, sprockets, conveyor systems maintenance; vacuum pump knowledge and packaging machines; box makers and taper machines)
Perform electrical troubleshooting including low and high voltage up to 480 volts
Perform PLC troubleshooting, wiring, and logic
Oil removal and system maintenance on hydraulic and vacuum equipment
Timely repair of plant equipment/systems with precision maintenance techniques to meet production rates and maintenance downtime goals
Data entry daily into CMMS system including preventative maintenance records and inspection generated work orders
Maintain a safe work environment, including all safety protocols and company policies
Participate in in-house and external training programs and skill development in all areas of the maintenance department
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PLC TroubleshootingElectrical TroubleshootingHydraulicsPneumaticsMechanical RepairsMotor AlignmentConveyor SystemsVacuum PumpsPackaging MachinesSchematics InterpretationBearings MaintenanceShaft Seals

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Maintenance Service Technician role?

5+ years of industrial maintenance experience is required, with proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Proficiency in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting including low and high voltage up to 480 volts, PLC troubleshooting, wiring and logic, hydraulics, pneumatics, interpreting prints/schematics, and using hand/power tools and measuring equipment is required.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Maintenance Technician position?

A strong candidate has 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, proficiency in mechanical/electrical/PLC troubleshooting and hydraulics/pneumatics, ability to read technical drawings, work independently in a fast-paced environment, and lift 75 pounds.

Tyson Foods

Produces and distributes protein food products

About Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods specializes in producing and distributing a variety of protein products, including beef, chicken, and pork. The company operates a comprehensive supply chain that allows for efficient delivery of fresh meat and processed food products to a wide range of customers, from high-end restaurants to local butchers. Unlike many competitors, Tyson Foods focuses on large-scale production and distribution, which helps them serve both retail and foodservice markets effectively. The company also prioritizes sustainability, implementing initiatives to enhance environmental practices, animal welfare, and community support. Tyson Foods aims to elevate food quality and sustainability standards in the food industry.

Springdale, ArkansasHeadquarters

1935Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Food & AgricultureIndustries

10,001+Employees