Albertville: ALL SHIFTS Maintenance Generalists

Job Details:

Thank-you for applying to Tyson Foods ranked 87 out of FORTUNE 500's MOST PROFITABLE COMPANIES, working hard to be ##1 !!!

Starting pay is commensurate with experience. An additional $2.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift roles.

MUST HAVE 6 MONTHS of Industrial Maintenance EXPERIENCE within the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a relevant industrial maintenance trade in lieu of experience documented within your applications work history and/or resume. Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.

REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 181 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment. CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION. MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

Job Description Summary

The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
• Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
• Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
• Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
• Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
• Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders
• Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

The Maintenance Generalist is expected to uphold Tyson Foods' values of integrity, respect, and excellence by performing all maintenance activities safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, food safety standards, and company policies. This role is essential to maintaining reliable operations and a safe working environment at the Plant.

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.

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.

• 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…