Plant Equipment Maintenance Mechanic

About the Role

Join our Monroe, NC team to maintain and repair the equipment that keeps our operations running. This hands-on role blends mechanical and electrical troubleshooting with a strong commitment to safety and reliability.

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Submit your application at https://www.tysonfoods.com/careers. Choose “search all job openings,” then enter requisition R0418974 (1st shift) or R0418988 (2nd shift). You can also filter by state and location to find Monroe, NC.

Immediate Benefits

• Competitive pay; eligibility for shift premiums and attendance bonuses
• Advancement opportunities
• Free education and training (175+ degrees/certifications)
• Medical benefits
• Paid time off
• Longevity pay
• 401(k) with company match

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues
• Conduct inspections to verify safety and performance
• Record maintenance work and parts usage accurately
• Respond to work orders and emergencies promptly
• Work collaboratively to improve uptime and reliability
• Follow all safety standards and procedures
• Complete other tasks as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Six (6) months minimum mechanical work experience documented in your application work history, or completion of an industrial maintenance training program (experience may be combined across employers)
• Rehire eligibility: after 90 days away, with fewer than three prior terms of employment
• Must be 18+ with valid identification
• Willingness to use basic hand tools
• Knowledge of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics, and plumbing
• Ability to read/understand assignments
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb stairs up to 120 ft and ladders up to 60 ft, stand for long periods, and work in hot/cold or inclement environments

Skill Focus

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Pneumatic systems
• Motor repair, replacement, and preventive care
• Hydraulic systems
• Electrical diagnostics and repair
• Preventive maintenance and inspections
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Blueprint and schematic reading

Technology Exposure

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Conveyor systems
• Servo motors