Maintenance Generalist - B Shift; Nights; RVI Forest, MS
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Details
- Role:
Maintenance Generalist, MG01 to MG08 - Base Pay: $20.70 to $29.60 base pay depending on experience
- Location:
River Valley Ingredients, Forest, MS - Shift: B Shift, Nights
- To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture
- Receive training as required
- Perform various positions as required/assigned
This position is responsible for general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
Tasks Must be able to use basic hand tools.
Requires- basic mechanical or maintenance skills, knowledge in areas of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics & plumbing, 1 year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance, able to read & understand assignments, able to communicate orally & in writing, able to hear/respond to two-way radio, able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, able to stand for long periods of time, withstand extreme hot, cold, inclement weather & odors, basic knowledge of math, able to use various electrical & pneumatic power tools & equipment.
May monitor boiler and perform chemical test on boiler.
May be required to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems.
Must be certified to operate various pieces of gas/hydraulic motors/lifts.
Performs duties such as welding, cutting, minor electrical repair, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water & steam pipes, lines, & systems.
Prefer individual be respirator qualified.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Willing to further education by outside training, company testing program & vendor training.
Any applicant meeting minimum requirements may be contacted for an interview.
Requirements- Must have at least 1 year of maintenance/mechanical experience and 6 months of continuous employment in the last 2 years.
- Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
- Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.
- Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.
The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Relocation Assistance EligibleNo
Work ShiftWork Shift:
B Shift (United States of America)
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Physical RequirementsThe successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Equal OpportunityTyson 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.
Benefits- paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
- and more
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