Electrical Maintenance Technician - Zeeland, MI
Onsite
Zeeland, MI, US
Permanent


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team, with minor supervision.
Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs.
Perform emergency mechanical or electrical repairs.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant 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.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and maintenance instructions/procedure manuals.
Work with pumps, hydraulics, and welding.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of electrical theory, system wiring, and installation.

REQUIREMENTS:
Education: 1 year of maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience. Electrician license or journeyman license preferred.
Experience: Minimum 1-year industrial maintenance experience or equivalent experience; must have experience in hydraulics and compressed air systems
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily level
Must reside in the United States to be considered
No sponsorship available with this position.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently
Ability to stand on 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 plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed
Basic math skills; percentages, fractions, and measurements

What are the 3-4 non-negotiable requirements of this position?
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: 1 year of maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience. Electrician license or journeyman license preferred.
Experience: Minimum 1 year industrial maintenance experience or equivalent experience; must have experience in hydraulics, welding, and compressed air systems
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily level

What are the nice-to-have skills?
Requirements:
Education: 1 year of industrial maintenance experience education preferred (I.E. possess industrial maintenance diploma or currently enrolled in technical school) in lieu of experience
Experience: 1(+) years of industrial maintenance experience or equivalent experience
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills will be necessary to log information, to process daily work orders and to complete required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively and basic math skills are necessary to perform this job at a satisfactorily level

Special Skills:
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently
Ability to stand on 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 plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may be also be needed
Basic math skills; percentages, fractions and measurements

Describe how this position fits in your organization.
With moderate supervision provide maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing routine preventative maintenance repairs, performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic Plant equipment. Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals. Also responsible for minimizing downtime due to equipment failure.

What is exciting about this opportunity? Please include team and company culture.
Your pay will be determined by experience and provided on a weekly basis. We have both day and night shifts available to accommodate various schedules.
In addition to a fulfilling work environment, Tyson Foods takes pride in offering benefits from day one of your employment. These benefits include medical, vision, dental coverage, free education opportunities, and a clear path for career growth.

Is there additional variable compensation?
no

There is a possibility for sponsorship.
No

There is equity in this position.
No

Is relocation available?
No

Is this a new position, or a backfill?
Backfill

This position has direct reports.
No

Work hours are flexible.
No

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