Tyson Foods
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Diesel Mechanic ME04 - 1st Shift - Forest (MS) Live Haul

Pay
$27 per hour
Location
Forest, MS · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Experience
3+ years
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Listed
21 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • Mississippi driver's license
  • diesel engine maintenance
  • preventative maintenance
  • brake repair
  • tire repair
  • Tyson Yard/Lot Driver Assessment

Stated benefits & perks

  • Health
  • Dental
  • 401k

Job Details

Role: Diesel Mechanic Level: ME04 Shift: 1st Shift Base Pay: $27.15 per hour Location: Stationed out of Tyson Foods Live Haul facility in Forest, MS Description: This position is responsible for maintenance and preventative maintenance on diesel engine trucks and trailers while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Tasks: This position will perform preventative maintenance on trucks and trailers to include oil changes, greasing, repairing or replacing semi tires, brake repair or replacement on semi-trucks and trailers. This position requires a current Mississippi Driver's License and must pass Tyson Yard/Lot Driver Assessment. Must have basic mechanical or maintenance skills. Must supply your own tools for minimum maintenance.

Must have the ability to lift 60 pounds, stairs and ladders up to 30 feet, bend, stretch, reach, work in extreme hot, cold, inclement weather, and odors. Must be able to use basic electrical, pneumatic and hand tools. Must have the ability to read and understand policies, procedures and regulations. Must have the ability to document information. Must have the ability to communicate with others written and verbally.

If an applicant meets the minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for an interview.

Requirements

Must have6 months operator experience in the past 12 months Must have 3 to 5 years relevant experience to the role must have a High School diploma or equivalent including Technical or vocational schooling Applicants who have worked for Tyson three times will not be considered. Minimum 180 day waiting period from previous Tyson employment. Applicants must be 18 years of age.

All job offers are based on the conditions that the candidate can provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States and pass a urinalysis screening which is part of the post-offer health assessment. 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.

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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.

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From Tyson Foods's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 20, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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