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Industrial Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift Full Time - Sanford, N.C.

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Tyson Foods, Inc-1

Sanford, NC (In Person)

$64,896 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/18/2026

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Job Description

Job Details:
f you want to make a meaningful impact, join us at Tyson Foods, where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer advancement opportunities and steady work. This facility operates five days a week with the potential for overtime and produces Taco Shells and Tortillas.
ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. This position works either 6:00am•6:00pm or 6:00pm•6:00am on a rotating schedule.
Current Pay Level Range:
$25.70•$36.70 per hour
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for providing mechanical support to the facility. This support includes but is not limited to mechanical troubleshooting (to include electrical), mechanical repairs, modification of equipment, preventive maintenance, and installation of equipment in the area of the ammonia refrigeration system and HVAC.
Responsibilities and Knowledge:
This position is responsible for operating and maintaining the refrigeration systems while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson's policies and procedures. This position is responsible for providing mechanical support to the facility. This support includes but is not limited to mechanical troubleshooting (including electrical), mechanical repairs, modification of equipment, preventive maintenance, and installation of equipment in the area of the ammonia refrigeration system and HVAC. This position performs repairs on various equipment within the facility, both production and non-production-related. Refrigeration mechanics troubleshoot and repair equipment breakdowns, complete assigned work orders, and document them in the SAP maintenance system. This position will weld and fabricate as needed, monitor the ammonia system to ensure proper functioning and repair air compressors, water systems, A/C heat units, etc. Be able to be lock out/tag out certified, confined space certified, fall protection certified, and forklift certified Must be part of the HAZMAT team and be able to pass the Respirator Level 4 physical annually. Must be able to complete Level 1 Operator training. Must complete the maintenance training program to L4 within the designated time frame.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is frequently required to lift and move up to 75 pounds (with assistance), climb tall ladders, bend, and crouch, and perform tasks while working from elevated platforms. While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly exposed to wet and humid conditions and extreme cold/hot conditions. The noise level in the work environment typically requires hearing protection.
Requirements:
3 years of Refrigeration experience; Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No Work Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Hourly Applicants ONLY•You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 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. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance:
Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral. Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.