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DST Trailer Mechanic Trainee (Russellville, L.H. Garage)

Tyson Foods
Russellville, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Job Details:

Job Description:

DST Trailer Mechanic Trainee D shift (Russellville, LH Garage)

Shop Personnel Job Descriptions/Responsibilities:

Truck preventive maintenance technician will work cross-functionally across multiple areas of the garage, responsibilities include but are not limited to performing routine preventive maintenance repairs on trucks, performing emergency mechanical or electrical failures.

Ability to diagnose and repair our truck engine and systems with our diagnostic programs. Abilities to perform minor structural welding and cutting task.

Ability to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned equipment and the ability to effectively communicate with all transportation personnel including managers, drivers, and clerks.

Must be able to read and interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics. Along with basic math skills are necessary to perform these tasks at a satisfactory level.

Basic computer skills will be necessary to document information, process daily work orders, and complete required documentation.

Truck tech may be required to perform service calls on equipment at remote locations, a current valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications:

  • ME01: (Trainee)
    • Tools Required (See Attached)
    • 3 months experience preferred, but not required
    • Upon hire, team member will be required to advance to ME02 within 12 months of hire date. (If not obtained then team member will be considered unable to meet job requirements)
      • Show proficiency on standard preventive maintenance (PM1’s, PM2’s for trucks or trailers depending on mechanic classification)
      • Brake Inspector Certification
      • Wheel end class/certification
      • Basic Electrical
      • Identify fault codes
      • Team member will be required to show proficiency with all tasks above before advancement. This will be graded by completing the preventive maintenance process and then work reviewed by Shop Manager, Shop Supervisor, Lead, and two senior technicians) Shop Manager/Supervisor will give official sign off.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Must pass MVR check:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last 12 months

Qualifications:

Must have 3 months of employment in the last 6 months with a single company.

  • Prior Tyson Team members are eligible for rehire after completing a 180-day waiting period.
  • Prior Tyson Team members cannot have worked 3 times or more for Tyson Foods.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

D Shift (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

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

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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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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