Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Specialist

Are you the one who keeps the line moving?

If tackling a tricky PLC fault in the morning and swapping a motor by afternoon sounds like a great day, you’ll thrive with us in Forest, MS. We’re looking for a hands-on problem solver who protects uptime, champions safety, and takes pride in well-documented, high-quality work.

Your impact

• Keep production and facility systems operating through preventive and corrective maintenance
• Diagnose issues spanning mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and plumbing
• Inspect equipment for safety and performance, then log precise records
• Respond quickly to calls to reduce downtime
• Collaborate with peers to elevate processes and reliability
• Uphold stringent safety practices and policies
• Contribute wherever needed—other duties as assigned

Grow with us

• Benefits from day one: medical, PTO, longevity pay, 401(k) with company match
• Competitive pay with potential shift premiums and attendance bonuses
• Career pathways plus free education and training (175+ degrees and certifications)

Where and how to apply

Apply online at https://www.tysonfoods.com/careers. Select “search all job openings,” then search for R0413280 for 1st shift at our plant or R0427008 for 1st shift at our Distribution Center. You can also filter by state and location to view all openings near you. A 3rd shift role will be posted soon as well.

Your toolkit

• Hands-on with basic hand tools
• Understanding of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics, and plumbing
• Comfort reading and following assignments and documentation

Minimum qualifications

• 1+ year of mechanical work experience within the last 2 years (experience may span multiple employers)
• Rehire policy: eligible after 365 days away and fewer than 3 previous terms
• 18 years or older with valid identification
• Physical capability to lift 50 lbs; climb stairs up to 120 feet and ladders up to 60 feet; stand for long periods; and work in hot, cold, and inclement weather

What you’re proficient in

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Motor replacement, repair, and maintenance
• Hydraulics
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Maintenance and repair
• Blueprint reading

Tech you’ll touch

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

Our pledge

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.