TYSON FOODS -VICKSBURG PLANT: 2nd Shift REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE Personnel

Sign On Bonus

• After 30 Days of employment: $500.00
• After 90 Days of employment: $750.00
• After 180 Days of employment: $1,250.00
• After 365 Days of employment: $2,500.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Technical or vocational training in industrial refrigeration, HVAC, or mechanical systems preferred
• 3–5 years of industrial refrigeration experience required
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems required
• Experience in food manufacturing or fresh plant environments strongly preferred
• Must have a minimum of (1) year of mechanic work experience or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program (documented on application or uploaded resume)
• Rehires are subject to a 366-day wait period
• Cannot have worked for Tyson more than 3 times total

Certifications and Training

• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred or required
• Ammonia refrigeration training (IIAR or equivalent) required or ability to obtain
• Respiratory protection and emergency response training required
• PSM/RMP training participation required

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain industrial refrigeration systems, including compressors, evaporators, condensers, vessels, valves, and control systems
• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on refrigeration equipment
• Independently troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control-related refrigeration issues
• Monitor system pressures, temperatures, oil levels, and alarms; take corrective action as needed
• Respond promptly to refrigeration system failures to protect product integrity and plant operations
• Perform system startups, shutdowns, and changeovers safely
• Complete work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
• Support equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Actively support ammonia refrigeration safety in compliance with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP requirements
• Serve as a trained responder during ammonia incidents in accordance with the facility Emergency Response Plan
• Respond to ammonia alarms, leaks, or releases following established procedures
• Assist with system isolation, shutdowns, ventilation, and mitigation activities as directed
• Identify and report ammonia odors, abnormal system conditions, or safety concerns immediately
• Utilize required PPE, including respiratory protection, when responding to ammonia-related events
• Participate in ammonia emergency drills, training, and incident reviews
• Support full compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management (29 CFR 1910.119) and EPA Risk Management Program requirements
• Perform mechanical integrity inspections and maintenance on covered refrigeration equipment
• Accurately complete PSM-related documentation, logs, and inspection records
• Follow Management of Change (MOC), lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined space procedures
• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-ups
• Support continuous improvement of refrigeration safety and compliance programs
• Maintain refrigeration systems supporting raw and fresh product processing and storage
• Ensure all maintenance activities protect food safety, sanitation, and product integrity

Skills and Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and operating manuals
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of PSM/RMP requirements and safe work practices
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions during abnormal conditions
• Proficiency with CMMS and maintenance documentation
• Strong commitment to safety, food safety, and regulatory compliance

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and work at heights
• Ability to work in confined spaces and mechanical rooms
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to wear respiratory protection and required PPE
• Ability to work in cold, wet, humid, and mechanical room environments
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules

Schedule

2nd Shift