Maintenance Technician - Veteran Pathway

Job Details

Military experience is welcomed. Leadership experience is valued.

We are actively hiring Maintenance Technicians and encourage U.S. military veterans to apply. If you’ve troubleshot mechanical or electrical systems, performed preventive maintenance, followed safety procedures, or ensured equipment reliability, your experience can translate directly into this role.

This role has been designated as a Veteran Priority posting in accordance with Tyson Foods’ Veteran employment program. While open to all qualified applicants, candidates who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive priority consideration through an expedited review via our Veteran recruiting pathway. Please visit our Veteran Landing Page to learn more.

This requisition also serves as an active Veteran talent pipeline, allowing our recruiting team to proactively connect with Veterans whose skills align to current and future opportunities.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on equipment and systems
• Troubleshoot issues in equipment and systems
• Conduct inspections to ensure equipment reliability, safety, and compliance
• Document maintenance activities and completed repairs
• Respond to equipment issues and maintenance-related emergencies
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and operations teams to improve reliability

• Temperature‑controlled manufacturing environment with regular exposure to cold
• Occasional exposure to vibration
• Loud noise levels typical of manufacturing operations
• Tight or high spaces are possible

Your military experience may be considered in lieu of some civilian manufacturing or maintenance experience requirements outlined below. Equivalent civilian experience will also be considered.

• Army: 91B, 91D, 91E, 91C, 15T
• Air Force: 2A, 2A6X6, 3E0X2, 3E1 X1
• Navy: MM, EM, EN, GSM, GSE
• Marine Corps: 21XX, 1141, 3521
• Coast Guard: MK, EM

• Experience or education in Industrial Maintenance or related fields
• Hydraulics and Pneumatics
• Electrical Systems
• PLCs and Robotics
• Motors
• Conveyors
• Welding and Fabrication

Compensation Range: $18.10 to $42.33 base pay with potential for additional bonuses and shift differentials

The posted compensation range reflects Tyson Foods Inc. compensation range for this role across all locations and levels 01-08. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:
No

Incentives:

No

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.

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.

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