Refrigeration Maintenance B Shift Tecumseh NE
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic -
Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Details:
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. Pay Range: $24.65
-35.20 (pay based on experience) + $2 attendance bonus + $3 shift differential.
Hours:
Rotating 12 hr shift Schedules 2-2-3. B Shift: 3:30 pm - 4:00 am or upon completion of assigned work.
This position is responsible for running the ammonia refrigeration and waste water systems with minimal supervision. Refrigeration Technicians perform maintenance and repairs on the machines and equipment related to boilers and refrigeration and constantly monitor the status of the ammonia system in accordance with Process Safety Management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Installation and set-up of equipment as needed
- Monitor and make necessary adjustments to refrigeration system and related equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment completing required documentation
- Provide pass-down to following shift Technician
- Assists experienced Technicians in troubleshooting of equipment and system, assisting with necessary repairs
- Completes shift log book and other required paperwork
- Assist within department as needed inclusive of assisting with waste-water duties.
- Other duties as assigned
- Understanding of Ammonia Refrigeration systems
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools
- Strong mechanical background required
- Able to identify industry standard parts
- Electrical experience required
- Able to operate safely and effectively working with and around moving machinery
- Ability to work around blood at times, indoors, exposed to marked changes in temperature and humidity
- Willingness to work overtime as required
- Education and/or
Experience:
Prefer minimum of 2 years’ experience in ammonia refrigeration - Formal training program completion or certification can be used in place of experience requirement
- Training in electrical principals and troubleshooting preferred
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Computer skills. General knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge or training preferred.
- Stand/Walk:
Continuously (at least 8 hours a day) - Lift/Carry:
Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.) - Grasp:
Frequently (3-4 hours a day);
Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull - Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
B Shift (United States of America)
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EEO STATEMENTTyson 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.
COMPANY CULTUREAt Tecumseh Poultry, we feed the world like family. 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 Tecumseh Poultry make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.
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