Electrician Maintenance 1st Shift (Days) RVI Cuthbert, GA

Job Details:

Position : Electrician Maintenance EC01 to EC08

Base Pay : $22.90 to$32.75 base pay based on experience

Shift : 1st Shift

Location : River Valley Ingredients in Cuthbert GA

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer advancement opportunities and steady work. This facility operates seven days per week.

JOB SUMMARY

The Electrician is responsible for installing maintaining troubleshooting repairing and upgrading electrical systems equipment controls motors and production machinery to ensure safe reliable and efficient operation. This position supports plant operations by performing preventive maintenance responding to production needs and ensuring compliance with all Tyson Foods safety quality environmental and regulatory requirements.

The Team Member must maintain a safe work environment follow Tyson policies and procedures and demonstrate a willingness to learn the skills required to support maintenance operations. This role helps maintain a safe efficient and reliable work environment by following Tysons safety culture completing assigned electrical tasks and responding to operational needs as directed by supervision.

The position requires strong troubleshooting skills electrical knowledge effective communication and the ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include physical demands varying temperatures and exposure to industrial conditions while maintaining quality safety food safety sanitation and company policy standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Install troubleshoot repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment throughout the facility.
• Diagnose and repair motors motor controls drives relays contactors transformers panels and electrical distribution systems.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled equipment and automated systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics blueprints technical manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Install conduit wiring panels disconnects and electrical components in accordance with applicable codes and Tyson standards.
• Test electrical equipment using appropriate meters diagnostic tools and instrumentation.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and production downtime situations in a timely manner.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety reliability efficiency and cost reduction.
• Complete work orders maintenance records and documentation accurately and timely.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist other maintenance team members as needed.
• Participate in training and skill development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be willing and able to perform the following:

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand walk bend kneel squat climb ladders and work in elevated areas for extended periods.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures including hot cold wet humid and dusty conditions.
• Ability to safely operate tools testing equipment lifts and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and energized equipment while following established safety procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime weekends holidays and call-in schedules as required.
• Must be able to read and understand assignments communicate both orally and in writing and perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

EXTERNAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum one (1) year of industrial electrical maintenance experience or equivalent technical training.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems motor controls and troubleshooting techniques.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to successfully complete Tyson Foods electrical assessments and required training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance Electrical Technology Electronics or related field.
• Experience working in a food manufacturing or processing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs VFDs HMI systems and automated production equipment.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Electrical license journeyman certification or equivalent credentials.
• Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

Tyson Core Expectations

• Demonstrate Tyson Foods Core Values of Integrity Respect Accountability and Teamwork.
• Maintain compliance with all Food Safety SQF OSHA Environmental Animal Welfare and Company Policies.
• Support operational excellence by prioritizing safety quality yield productivity and cost efficiency.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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