Refrigeration Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift, Obion County
Tyson Foods
Obion County, TN · posted Oct 27, 2026
What this posting says about education
“High School classes included.”
The posting
Job Details:
Pay: Pay is dependent upon MG level experience.
Hours: 2nd Shift
*Benefits start day of hire.
*REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 3 MONTH WAIT PERIOD. 90 days wait period from last termination date.
*CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.
3X rule (candidates cannot have worked for Tyson 3X before).
Requirements:
Candidate must possess a minimum of 6 months of refrigeration work experience and or education documented in the work/education documented in the work/education section of the application. This experience/education can be from multiple sources but is equal to 6 months. High School classes included.
Must demonstrate the ability to work and communicate well with team members at all levels. Assist in all repairs to the refrigeration system.
Must also set an example for others in all policy areas from hygiene to safety. Must participate in maintenance testing in several of these areas: Maintenance Fundamentals, Welding, Refrigeration, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Boiler Control, Machine Tool Practices, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Robotics, Plumbing, Power Transmissions, and Mechanical Skills. Responsible for performing repairs, preventative maintenance of all refrigeration equipment.
Must be able to perform essential job functions & meet any test requirements to standard within 60 days. Occasional lifting may be required. Good math skills (high school level).
Must be able to work in a cold & wet environment. Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends.
Must be able to read and write, pass respirator physical and join HAZMAT Team. Must be able to perform basic computer operation, have the ability to read schematics/P & IDs. Ammonia, HVAC, and Electrical background preferred.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
NoWork Shift:
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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.
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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.
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