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Maintenance Electrical Technician 6

Tyson Foods
Logansport, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 Jan 2025

About the role

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Job Details:

SUMMARY: This position will perform troubleshooting and repair, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. The position is a technical career position in Tyson Foods, Inc. This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including a thorough understanding of electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations is required.

All applicants within maintenance must have completed at least Level 4 before allowed on the production floor with the continued advancement through maintenance levels to level 8 to maintain this position.  If applicant is not within our maintenance program they must complete level training through level 4 before released into position/production. Must be able to complete required computer training without the assistance of interpreter or google translate. Must be able to effectively communicate/respond to radio calls.


REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience: Training beyond high school including either an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or closely related technical field preferred, or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trade programs, military training or other training as applicable.

 

 Computer Skills: Competent in Windows based software, such as Outlook, Excel and Word; strong skills in document organization and using document templates and creating simple queries. Must be proficient or become proficient in SAP Plant Maintenance.

 
Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate both verbally and written; high level critical thinking, and problem solving skills.

 

Certification: Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus.


Special Skills: Good safety and attendance record, along with strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated skills in the area of AC/DC circuits, industrial electrical systems.; experience in electrical safety and lock out tag out processes and procedures; knowledge in the theory and application of electronic devices such as industrial semi-conductors, solid state drives, and industrial control systems; experience in the operation of PLC systems and control and data collection instrumentation and transducers; working knowledge and skills in tools and components used in maintenance and repair of mechanical systems such as bearings, gears, clutches belts, and seals; ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.


Preferred Skills: Possession of one or more of the skills is a plus - Basic Microcomputer skills necessary to understand the operation and interfacing characteristics of microprocessors; experience in PLC operation to include basic system configuration and hardware, relay equivalent instructions, timers/counters, data manipulation, data communications and advanced programming commands, as well as interfacing, troubleshooting and application and program development; demonstrated skills or training in electronic motor drive technologies including servo- motors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and mechanical brakes and clutches, closed loop systems, DC servo, AC variable frequency, AC servo and stepper systems.

 

Any other tasks assigned by member of management.

 

Travel: Minimum 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location.

A resume with qualifications must be attached to qualify.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

B 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientatio

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