Manufacturing Equipment Reliability Technician

Job Description

Job Description A Day in the Life — Cincinnati, OH

Sunrise over the Cincinnati plant. You step onto the floor, toolkit in hand. A conveyor needs calibration before first shift; a PLC flag hints at a sensor fault. You isolate the issue, trace wiring, and restore flow. Before lunch, you’ll swap a motor, inspect VFD logs, and schedule a preventive check on a hydraulic unit. When the unexpected happens, you troubleshoot methodically—safety first, documentation second, uptime always.

How to Apply

Please apply at our careers site — https://www.tysonfoods.com/careers. Choose "search all job openings," then search for R0418245 (Weekend Maintenance Shift) or R0419319 (2nd shift Refrigeration Maintenance—see that posting for specific requirements). You can also filter by state and location to view all opportunities in your area.

$5,000 sign-on bonus available for the Weekend Maintenance role.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Benefits begin day one
• Competitive pay with potential shift premiums and attendance bonuses
• Career growth pathways
• Free education and training—175+ degrees and certifications
• Healthcare coverage
• Paid time off
• Longevity pay
• 401(k) with company match

What You’ll Tackle

• Execute routine and preventive maintenance on plant equipment and facility systems.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Conduct safety-focused inspections to keep equipment reliable and compliant.
• Document all work performed and parts used with accuracy.
• Respond quickly to work orders and unplanned outages.
• Partner with peers to improve processes and reduce downtime.
• Follow all safety procedures and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

What You Bring

• At least two (2) years of mechanical work experience documented in the application work history, or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program (combination across employers is acceptable to meet the 2-year minimum).
• Rehire eligibility: this facility accepts rehires only after 90 days and fewer than three prior work terms.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid identification required.
• Comfort using basic hand tools.
• Foundational knowledge in welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics and plumbing.
• Ability to read and understand work assignments.
• Physical capability to lift 50 lbs, climb stairs to 120 feet, climb ladders up to 60 feet, stand for extended periods, and work in extreme heat, cold, or inclement weather.

Core Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Motor replacement/repair/maintenance
• Hydraulics
• Preventive maintenance and inspection
• Electrical troubleshooting and repair
• Pneumatics troubleshooting
• Blueprint reading

Tools and Technologies

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

Our Commitment

We believe safe, well-maintained equipment is the heartbeat of great production. If you thrive in hands-on environments and take pride in doing it right the first time, we’d love to meet you.

Equal Opportunity

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.