Job Description

Job Details:

We have 2 Open 2nd shift positions

At River Valley Ingredients, we responsibly use poultry by-products to make high-quality protein ingredients that supplement animal feed, pet food, and other specialty products.

From our earliest years as a company, our founder, John W. Tyson, made chicken feed to ensure the quality and quantity he needed for a growing business. Soon, Tyson’s Feed and Hatchery was a trusted name in the business and every bag of feed proudly proclaimed: "There is no substitute for quality." We believe that statement is as true today as it was then.

We strive to:

• Be honorable and operate with integrity.
• Be faith-friendly and inclusive.
• Serve as stewards of the resources entrusted to us.
• Provide a safe work environment.

We are searching for Electrician Technicians who can take us to the next level. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our Facilities and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Technicians 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 Technicians. Come be part of our Team!

SUMMARY

Installs and repairs electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment by performing the following duties.

Requirements

· Applicants who have worked for Tyson three times will not be considered.

· Must have at least 1 year electrical experience in an industrial environment.

· You must have 6 months of work history with one employer within the past 12 months.

· Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

· Must have good oral communication skills to discuss issues with the Power Systems Manager.

· Must be able to understand information contained in Electrical manuals and blue prints.

· Completion of electrician apprenticeship is a plus.

You will be responsible for installing and repairing complex electrical controls, wiring, and lighting systems. To perform this role, you must have an electricians degree from a technical college and at least 1 year experience in an industrial environment working on simple and complex electrical systems.

Responsibilities

· Install maintain, and repair electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems.

· Read technical diagrams and blueprints.

· Perform general electrical maintenance.

· Inspect transformers and circuit breakers and other electrical components.

· Troubleshoot electrical issues using appropriate testing devices.

· Repair and replace equipment, electrical wiring, or fixtures.

· Follow National Electrical Code, state and local building regulations.

· Circuit breaker corrective maintenance.

· Good knowledge of various test equipment.

· Have worked with 480 volts and 3 phase motors.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Tech Degree (Electrical) from a Tech College or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the industrial environment.

Able to trouble shoot and repair all process and supportive equipment, building and grounds equipment.

Must know Lockout/Tag out and Confined Space Entry.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid state driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one. Maintain an updated forklift drivers license (renewable every two years).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SAFETY

Keep work area clean and free of clutter (housekeeping); Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Using correct tool for each job assignment; Report injuries of oneself or coworkers to management; Report job hazards immediately (correct when possible); Inspect all tools (powered and hand) and materials for defects and safety issues; Follow safety rules and guidelines.

SHIFT SCHEDULE

2nd Shift Sunday to Wednesday 8:00 pm to 8:00 am

2nd Shift Thursday to Sunday 8:00 pm to 8:00 am

Shifts are subject to periodic rotation EVERY 8 WEEKS

The rehire waiting period is 90 days.

Rehire rule of no more than 3 times worked at Tyson Foods

Benefits Start Day 1!

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long- Term Disability

Fully Funded Education Program

Discount Program

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/Affirmative Action 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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