Maintenance Electrical Technician 6

Management Level:

Class 47

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

As a Maintenance Electrical Technician, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment.

Role Overview

The Maintenance Electrical Technician role entails performing troubleshooting and repair tasks, as well as providing technical support across all operational phases. This is a technical career role that demands proficiency in various skill clusters, including:

• Electrical Controls: Understanding and managing electrical control systems within the operational environment.
• Fluid Power: Expertise in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, crucial components in many manufacturing processes.
• Mechanical Systems: Comprehensive understanding of mechanical systems involved in the operation, including machinery and equipment.
• Manufacturing Processes: Familiarity with the manufacturing processes specific to Tyson Foods, Inc., and the ability to troubleshoot issues within these processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Provide technical support across all operational phases.
• Troubleshooting and Repair: Perform troubleshooting and repair tasks on equipment.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a team, collaborating with colleagues to solve problems and enhance operations.
• Communication: Convey technical information effectively and contribute to productive discussions aimed at improving processes and resolving issues.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

• Training beyond high school is preferred and may include an associate degree in Electronic Technology or a closely related technical field, skilled trade programs, military training, or other applicable technical training.
• A minimum of four (4) years of commercial and/or industrial electrical experience is preferred; however, an equivalent combination of relevant education, technical training, and electrical experience may be considered.

Computer Skills

• Competent in Windows-based software.
• Strong skills in document organization and using document templates.
• Ability to create 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.

Special Skills

• Good safety and attendance record, along with strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated skills in AC/DC circuits, industrial electrical systems.
• Experience in electrical safety and lockout/tagout processes and procedures.
• Knowledge in the theory and application of electronic devices such as industrial semiconductors, 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

• 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 servomotors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and mechanical brakes and clutches, closed-loop systems, DC servo, AC variable frequency, AC servo, and stepper systems.

Internal Requirements

• Must not have 4 or more attendance points for locations on an 8 point policy (on application date)

• No written warning in the past six (6) months

• No suspension on record for the last 12 months

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.

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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