Maintenance Electrical Technician

Maintenance Electrical Technician 6 page is loaded## Maintenance Electrical Technician 6locations:
Forest, MS Complex - Forest, Mississippi time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R0441071
** Job Details:
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* SUMMARY:

This position will perform troubleshooting and repair, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. The position is a technical career position in Tyson Foods, Inc. This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including a thorough understanding of electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations is required.
REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

Training beyond high school including either  an Associate Degree in Electronic Technology or closely related  technical field preferred, or a combination of education and experience  which may include skilled trade programs, military training or other  training as applicable.  Computer

Skills:

Competent in Windows based software, such as Outlook,  Excel and Word; strong skills in document organization and using  document templates and creating simple queries. Must be proficient or  become proficient in SAP Plant Maintenance.  Communication

Skills:

Must be able to communicate both verbally and  written; high level critical thinking, and problem solving skills.  Certification:
Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a  plus.  Special

Skills:

Good safety and attendance record, along with strong  interpersonal skills; demonstrated skills in the area of AC/DC circuits,  industrial electrical systems.; experience in electrical safety and lock  out tag out processes and procedures; knowledge in the theory and  application of electronic devices such as industrial semi-conductors,  solid state drives, and industrial control systems; experience in the  operation of PLC systems and control and data collection instrumentation  and transducers;

working knowledge and skills in tools and components  used in maintenance and repair of mechanical systems such as bearings,  gears, clutches belts, and seals; ability to troubleshoot and maintain  hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.  Preferred

Skills:

Possession of one or more of the skills is a plus -  Basic Microcomputer skills necessary to understand the operation and  interfacing characteristics of microprocessors; experience in PLC  operation to include basic system configuration and hardware, relay  equivalent instructions, timers/counters, data manipulation, data  communications and advanced programming commands, as well as  interfacing, troubleshooting and application and program development;  demonstrated skills or training in electronic motor drive technologies  including servo- motors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and  mechanical brakes and clutches, closed loop systems, DC servo, AC  variable frequency, AC servo and stepper systems.  

Travel:
Minimum 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location.  
** Relocation Assistance Eligible:
** No
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* Work Shift:

** 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
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