Maintenance Generalist MG

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At Cobb, we’re passionate about helping our team members thrive—both professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every stage of life. You’re eligible for benefits on day one of full‑time hire.

Job Title: Maintenance Generalist

Job Grade: 6B

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Supervisor – Maintenance

Location: Wadesboro Hatchery, Wadesboro, NC

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday, 8:00 AM until job is complete (subject to change based on production needs).

Starting Pay: $22.95 per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.

Relocation Assistance: No

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Free Telehealth Services
• Free Mental Health Services
• Well‑Being Support Programs
• 401(k) & Stock Options
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Free Education starting your first day on 175‑degree programs
• Citizenship Assistance
• Discounts through Beneplace
• Incentives:
  
  Cobb Rewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, Earned Time Off

• Set up and calibrate hatchery equipment and perform preventive maintenance according to manufacturer’s program (40%).
• Electrical duties: change motors, replace receptacles, adjust light fixtures, wire motors, and read voltmeters/ammeters (20%).
• Maintain HVAC units and evaporative coolers (10%).
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs and motherboards on equipment (10%).
• Repair or replace equipment associated with offal (10%).
• Manage chiller settings, temperature, and pressure (5%).
• Troubleshoot high‑speed docks and chase Durris doors (5%).
• Meet certification requirements for respirator use and maintain skin cleanliness during work hours.

• Minimum 12 months consecutive work history with one employer and no employment gaps >6 months in the past 36 months (exceptions apply for layoffs, school, child or elder care).
• Applicants must reside in the United States.
• Must be willing to sign agreements related to biosecurity, animal welfare, and avian species protocols.

Expectations include safe lifting, frequent handling of up to 500 lbs, standing on concrete floors, walking, bending, stooping, and working in wet, hot, dry, dusty, or cold environments. Protective gear such as goggles, face shield, gloves, apron, earmuffs, boots, and facial coverings is required.

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.