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Job Description

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Job Details:

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

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our team at the Seguin Service Center. This role is essential in diagnosing issues, adjusting, repairing, and performing 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.

Responsibilities include:

• Forklifts: Maintenance and repairs
• Semi-Trucks: Servicing and repairs
• Pallet Jacks: Ensuring operational efficiency
• Hydraulic Motors and Hoses: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Augers: Repairs and maintenance
• Tire Repairs: Repairing and mounting new tires
• Vehicle Washing: Washing vehicles as needed

Key Responsibilities:

Maintenance and Repair:

• Diagnose issues, adjust, repair, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Comply with Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to Tyson's policies and procedures.

Communication and Documentation:

• Communicate and interface with management and other personnel.
• Capable of reading and following instructions as well as technical manuals.

Skill Development:

• Learn skills in welding, hydraulics, power transmissions, and machine tool practices.

Compliance:

• Knowledge of DOT requirements relating to equipment maintenance.

Job Requirements:

Experience & Rehire Criteria:

• Must have Diesel Mechanic experience.
• Must have a Minimum of 6 months of industrial maintenance experience.
• Must have 90 days since the last term date.
• Not eligible for hire if terminated 3x or more.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand on hard surfaces for up to 12 hours per day.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 70 lbs occasionally and 10 lbs frequently.

Environmental Tolerance:

• Work performed in a noisy environment with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees.

Additional Skills:

• CDL is a plus, but not required.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

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

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.

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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