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Refrigeration Technician - 3rd Shift - Cincinnati OH
Job Description
To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That’s where you come in. We are hiring immediately for Refrigeration Maintenance.
Setting the table for your success:
At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.
We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION!
Benefits include medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; paid holidays; paid vacation upon hire; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!
As Refrigeration Maintenance, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Refrigeration Maintenance are vital to maintaining our Team Member’s safety through problem solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Refrigeration Maintenance. Come be part of our Team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Include, but are not limited to the following)
- Provide maintenance support with moderate supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
- Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
- Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
- Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.
- Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.
- Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.
Education and Experience Must have minimum of 6 months of mechanic work experience or refrigeration experience in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program.
- PSM Experience is preferred.
- Refrigeration experience is preferred.
- Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems with an in-depth knowledge of refrigeration systems, components, and controls is preferred.
- Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.
- Ability to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
- Ability to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.
- Repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling.
- Frequent overhead work.
- Temperatures inside the plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.
- Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.
- Willing and able to work overtime and weekends.
- Willing and able to furnish your own tools.
- Read and understand blueprints, manuals and work orders.
Applicants will be considered for Refrigeration Maintenance level openings.
Leveling is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.