Diesel Mechanic

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Why join Tyson?

At Tyson, we are raising the worlds expectations on how much good food can do. We are hiring immediately for various roles where you will be a critical part of that mission.

Come join the great Team at Tyson Foods. Earn vacation time, incentive pay and the opportunity to self-promote within the company. Safety is first with Tyson and all Team Members are expected to practice Safety within the company. Some of our great benefits include:

• Competitive, Weekly Pay

• Career Growth Opportunities

• People-First Culture

• Tyson Guild Education - 175+ Programs Free Tuition

• A Safe Workplace

• Healthcare Benefits

• Paid Time Off

• Longevity Pay

• 401(k) with Company Matching

• Attendance Bonus and many more benefits to offer

This posting is for the Diesel Maintenance Mechanic position. It is scheduled for 1st Shift. The base pay is commensurate with experience, ranging from $25 to $27 per hour.

Functions

• To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture
• Receive training as required
• Perform various positions as required/assigned

Description

This posting is for the Diesel Maintenance Mechanic Position in the Clarksville Growout Service Center. Compensation is commensurate with experience and ranges from $25.40 to $27.40 per hour

It is scheduled for first shift: Monday - Friday 7am - 3pm

This position will perform diagnostic, preventive and repair maintenance on company heavy and light fleet vehicles and other duties as assigned.

This position is responsible to diagnose issues, adjust, repair, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment while complying with Department of Transportation rules and regulations, maintaining a safe work environment, and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Must have 1 year of mechanic experience documented in work history or be a graduate of an applicable training program (Can be a combination of employers as long as the total is one year).
• Must possess advanced wiring skills for lights and harnesses on vehicles.
• Must possess welding skills. Must be able to take road service calls as needed.
• Must be able to service vehicles. (PM1, PM2) Must be able to perform PM6 - DOT inspections.
• Must be able to perform minor loader repairs. Must be able to perform minor motor, transmission, and rear end repairs.
• Must be able to perform major trailer repairs. Must be able to work in cold, hot and/or wet conditions.
• Must have a valid Arkansas driver's license with no more than two moving violations in the last two years to exclude D.U.I. (Driving Under the influence)conviction on his/her Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a company license.

Computer Skills: Must possess basic computer skills.

Communication Skills: Good interpersonal and communication skills are critical

Safety: Must be able to understand and agree to follow Safety Rules.

All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history.

This facility accepts rehires after 365 days and only if the applicant has not worked more than two previous times for Tyson. Tyson reserves the right to require longer waiting periods or not accept rehires based on the reason for dismissal.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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