1st Shift Building​/Grounds Keeper Waverly Plant

Job Details

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for general building and equipment maintenance inclusive of snow removal in the winter and other seasonal landscaping tasks.

• General repair and maintenance of building, forklifts, pallet jacks, company vehicles, and all other equipment or buildings owned by the company
• Maintain company grounds inclusive of snow/ice removal, lawn work throughout the year
• Maintenance and safe operation of company vehicles
• Repair and replacement of facility lighting
• Repair of facility plumbing needs
• Trash removal from the facility
• Maintain the cleanliness of the maintenance shop
• Sweeping of the parking lot
• Maintain the bone yard and inventory if needed
• Assist with roof repairs and clean‑up
• All other essential duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager

• Ability to carry out essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, within safety guidelines
• Ability to operate vehicles efficiently, within safety guidelines
• Ability to efficiently use hand tools and trades type tools, to provide maintenance of facility as required
• Good mechanic background required
• General knowledge of vehicle maintenance including preventative and scheduled maintenance
• Good plumbing skills
• General knowledge of electrical and lighting
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Associate’s degree or equivalent in mechanical trade preferred

• Must be able to communicate within the department and understand directions
• Must be able to maintain records and communicate well

• Stand/Walk:
  Continuously
• Lift/Carry:
  Frequently (1-10 lbs.), Occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)
• Other
  
  Physical Requirements:
  • Frequently: bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.), crouch, kneel, push/pull, grasp
  • Continuously: working around moving machinery, in areas with marked changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language in order to maintain records and communicate well

Must have a minimum of 6-month work experience. Facility maintenance and/or automotive mechanic experience is preferred and must be documented in the work history section of the application.

• Max of two (2) previous Tyson Employments to be considered for hire.
• 90 days (3 months) waiting period.

No

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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