Tyson Foods is hiring: 3rd Shift - Maintenance Generalist in Amherst

# ***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*.****Job Details:****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**3RD 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.**If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice .**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.We are seeking Maintenance Technicians for all experience levels! Pay will vary based on experience level, and there is a shift increase for the third shift with the potential for overtime.**We have open positions for the 2nd shift.*****Maintenance Pay range - $23.05 to $32.95/hr******(Pay commensurate with experience)***POSITION SUMMARY:Maintenance Mechanics perform skilled work in the operation, predictive, and preventative maintenance and repair of the facility’s real property, power industrial trucks, and plant utility systems.RESPONSIBILITIES:*Include, but are not limited to, the following:*The frequency of the following activities may vary depending on the job task assigned.* Follows all company personnel safety, food safety, attendance, and GMP policies.* Proactive in the daily plant operations as well as set up and/or breakdown.* Work to maximize plant efficiencies, reduce costs, and maintain product quality.* Completes daily log sheets, communicates effectively, and is proactive in recognizing and reporting unsafe conditions and/or other mechanical concerns.* Assist in maintaining a relevant and accurate mechanical inventory.* Accurately and consistently change out parts.* Lubrication, conveyor belt repairs, power train & bearing maintenance, motor and gearbox replacement, forklift & pallet jack maintenance.* Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment promptly.REQUIREMENTS:* Able to work effectively under time constraints.* Able to use measurement devices.* Able to perform electrical and mechanical predictive and preventative maintenance as tasked.* Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to meet the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.* Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule if needed in a cold, wet, humid environment with temperatures ranging from 35 to 50 degrees.* Must be willing and able to stand, sit, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to walk, talk, and hear 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to bend, squat, and kneel 33-67% of the time.* Must be willing and able to taste or smell 0-33% of the time.* Must be willing and able to ascend and descend stairs 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. 67-100% of the time, 50 lbs. 33-67% of the time and 100 lbs. 0-33% of the time.* Must be willing and able to push/pull 300 lbs. 33-67% of the time.QUALIFICATIONS:* Must have a minimum of **6 months of industrial maintenance or general maintenance work experience** documented in the work history section, **OR** be a graduate of a maintenance training program, HVAC training program (Vocational or Trade schools) (will need to provide documentation of completion) or have a degree within a relative field (if graduated, no experience needed at time of hire)**Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.**Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey.At Tyson, we are raising expectations for how much good people can do. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy!We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business.We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work.To learn more about our culture, please read .Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.**Benefits** 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. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).**Fully-Funded Education** Winning with our team members, customers and consumers begins with each of us. All U.S. based team members are eligible for select fully funded diplomas, certificates, and degrees through high-quality programs, schools, and universities starting day one of employment through Upward Academy Online. This new benefit provides you access to more than 200 education programs, from language and skills training to certificates and college degrees paid by Tyson Foods.This fully funded benefit provides flexible classes from well-known colleges, universities and learning institutions as well as individual support from coaches through our partner, Guild Education. There are no out-of-pocket expenses for tuition or fees and Tyson provides 100% reimbursement for all required textbook costs. See the full catalog and learn more at .**401(k) & Stock Purchase Plans** Prepare for your future in retirement with our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Stock Purchase Plan. Our 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and after-tax Roth contributions.Once you’ve completed a year of service with the company, Tyson will contribute to your retirement savings in the 401(k) Plan with a match equal to 100% of the first 3% of eligible pay you contribute, plus 50% of the next 2 percent of eligible pay you contribute.Also after one year, Tyson will match 25% of the first 10% of eligible pay you contribute to the Stock Purchase Plan. Your contributions and Tyson’s contributions to the plans are always 100% vested. #J-18808-Ljbffr