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Maintenance generalist Louisa County 2nd and 3rd shift

Tyson Foods
Columbus, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/9/2026
Job Details:

Job Description

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

These positions work in all departments of this pork processing facility, performing preventative maintenance repairing equipment used in production such as conveyor lines, trolley systems, Rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems. Other duties may include welding, basic electrical work, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas. These positions work in a cold, damp or hot and humid environment.

REQUIRMENTS:

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK 3rd shift.

High School Diploma or GED preferred. 1 Year On-The-Job Training.

Application and /or resume must show related work experience and/or training in these areas : Must have 1 years’ experience and or education in at least two of the following General Maintenance related areas; Mechanical troubleshooting, Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting, Hydraulic troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting and Navigation, Welding/Fabrication, AC/DC Control Wiring, Motor Control, 3 Phase Wiring, Plumbing, Conveyor Maintenance, Hydraulics, Pneumatic systems.

Must be available to work any department, weekends, holidays and overtime.

Must be capable of communicating well both verbally and in writing with all levels of team members from hourly to upper management, as well as government officials.

Must be able to read and understand manuals, execute and document work completed on scheduling sheet.

Must be able to successfully complete computer-based training modules and understand training manuals.

Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 plus pounds as necessary.

Must be willing and able to work in confined space and working at heights above normal work area; use of ladders, lifts, and scaffolds; as well as any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Candidates hired into this position will be expected to stay on track with their training until he/she reaches level 7.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Location is accepting Rehires, rehire waiting period is 180 days from last termination date with a maximum number of employments of 3.

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (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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