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Maintenance Generalist MG01-MG08 (All Shifts) New Holland Plant

Tyson Foods

New Holland, PAFull-timePosted 4 days agoStill listed 3 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
New Holland, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Tyson Basic Safety Test, required

Job overview

The Maintenance Generalist supports daily maintenance activities at Tyson Foods’ New Holland plant. The role involves maintaining and repairing production equipment and facility assets, operating machine-shop equipment, welding and fabrication, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues. Candidates must meet an employment-history or related-schooling path and have fabrication and mechanical experience; several other skills and experience areas are preferred or described as beneficial.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Transmission Repair, requiredMachine Shop Equipment, requiredElectrical Troubleshooting, requiredPipe Fitting, nice to haveSheet Metal Techniques, nice to haveBasic Math, nice to haveHand Tools, nice to haveWelding, nice to haveGas Cutting, nice to haveInstruction Interpretation, requiredProblem Solving, requiredTroubleshooting, requiredIndependent Work, requiredCommunication, requiredPhysical Ability, required

Qualifications

12 Months Continuous Employment or Related Trade Schooling, required12 Months Fabrication and Mechanical Experience, requiredWelding, Boiler, and Electrical Experience, nice to haveMechanical Maintenance Background, nice to haveBoiler and Steam Systems Knowledge, nice to haveTyson Basic Safety Test, required

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Job Details: Job Description

  • Pay Rate: Based on experience
  • Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in coordinating daily department activities and communicating work assignments to maintenance team members.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment and facility assets while ensuring compliance with Tyson safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform all duties of a processing mechanic.
  • Operate machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, shears, and brakes.
  • Perform welding and fabrication of chutes, chain guards, equipment components, and other plant needs.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical issues related to processing equipment.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting of electrical systems and components.
  • Complete preventive maintenance tasks and maintain maintenance records.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Minimum 12 months of continuous employment with one employer within the last 36 months OR completion of verifiable formal schooling in a related trade.
  • Minimum 12 months of fabrication and mechanical experience required.
  • Welding, boiler, and electrical experience preferred.
  • Mechanical maintenance background preferred.
  • Must be able to repair transmission components and systems.
  • Must be proficient with machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, shears, and brakes.
  • Basic electrical knowledge required for troubleshooting electrical and ARC welding components.
  • Knowledge of pipe fitting and sheet metal techniques.
  • Basic math skills, including ratios, rates, and percentages.
  • Knowledge of boiler and steam systems is helpful.
  • Proficiency with standard hand tools.
  • Welding and gas-cutting skills are beneficial.
  • Must be able to interpret written, verbal, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Must be flexible with work hours and available to work weekends.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and in writing.
  • Must pass the Tyson Basic Safety Test.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Rehire & Application Requirements

  • Applicants must provide a government identification number to verify prior Tyson employment history.
  • Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.
  • Former Tyson team members must be separated from Tyson for at least 180 days before being considered for rehire.
  • Tyson reserves the right to require longer waiting periods or deny rehire based on the reason for separation.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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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.

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How this job compares

Set against the 6,379 open Maintenance Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$58–80K/yr396 salary ranges
  • Pennsylvania median$25–32/hr99 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 257 open Maintenance Technician jobs in Pennsylvania and 6,379 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Maintenance Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 3,682 postings).
Education
19 of the 6,379 open Maintenance Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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