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Maintenance Generalist D Shift (Macon, GA) (1)

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Jun 2025

About the role

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Job Details:

Maintenance Generalist

D Shift

$23.65

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and providing technical support for machine systems and assisting the Supervisor in coordination of the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor's instructions are communicated to the team members and carried out timely and correctly while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Must have a Minimum of 3 years mechanical maintenance documented work experience or a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program.

Must have a valid state driver’s license and no DWI/DUI conviction within the previous 12 months.

Computers are used a lot for this job so while computer proficiency isn’t a requirement, it is a plus.

Experience with SAP, Welding, Powered Tools, Forklifts and Powered Industrial Trucks, Diesel engines, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, hydraulics, pneumatics, compressed air tools, and mechanics are a plus.

Duties:

Changing batteries using the battery changing machine

Maintaining and servicing Crown Forklifts

Cleaning and painting the building as part of general building maintenance

Preventative maintenance on all equipment using required PPE

Logging Preventative Maintenance (PMs) in SAP

Management and clean up with chemical and hazmat spills

Maintaining and servicing shag trucks

Answering service calls

Ordering parts as needed

Troubleshooting issues

Maintaining a clean and orderly work environment

Keep up with communication via Radio, Teams, and Email

Other duties as assigned

Proficiency in reading and writing.

ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels

“Physical Requirements: 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/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. 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

D Shift (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 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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