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Maintenance Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently ties your immigration status to your employer rather than a temporary visa cycle. Employers must document the role's requirements and recruit domestically before filing, making credential preparation and employer targeting critical steps in your sponsorship strategy.
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Thank-you for applying to Tyson Foods ranked 87 out of FORTUNE 500's MOST PROFITABLE COMPANIES, working hard to be ##1 !!!
Starting pay is commensurate with experience.
An additional $2.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift roles.
Please opt in to SMS/texting or watch your email for updates on all job applications.
Must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
QUALIFICATION
MUST HAVE 6 MONTHS of Industrial Maintenance EXPERIENCE within the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a relevant industrial maintenance trade in lieu of experience documented within your applications work history and/or resume . Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.
REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 181 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment.
CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.
MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
Maintenance Generalist
Job Description Summary
The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
- Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
- Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
- Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
- Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
- Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
- Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
- Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
- Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Competencies
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders
- Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Demands and Work Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
- Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Safety and Compliance Commitment
The Maintenance Generalist is expected to uphold Tyson Foods’ values of integrity, respect, and excellence by performing all maintenance activities safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, food safety standards, and company policies. This role is essential to maintaining reliable operations and a safe working environment at the Plant.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (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.
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.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. 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.
Job Details:
Thank-you for applying to Tyson Foods ranked 87 out of FORTUNE 500's MOST PROFITABLE COMPANIES, working hard to be ##1 !!!
Starting pay is commensurate with experience.
An additional $2.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd shift roles.
Please opt in to SMS/texting or watch your email for updates on all job applications.
Must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
QUALIFICATION
MUST HAVE 6 MONTHS of Industrial Maintenance EXPERIENCE within the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a relevant industrial maintenance trade in lieu of experience documented within your applications work history and/or resume . Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.
REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 181 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment.
CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.
MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
Maintenance Generalist
Job Description Summary
The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
- Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
- Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
- Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
- Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
- Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
- Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
- Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
- Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Competencies
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders
- Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical Demands and Work Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
- Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
Safety and Compliance Commitment
The Maintenance Generalist is expected to uphold Tyson Foods’ values of integrity, respect, and excellence by performing all maintenance activities safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, food safety standards, and company policies. This role is essential to maintaining reliable operations and a safe working environment at the Plant.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (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.
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.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Maintenance Manager
Document your technical credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, professional licenses (such as certified maintenance and reliability professional credentials), and employment verification letters now. PERM requires your qualifications to match the job requirements exactly, so gaps in documentation can stall your petition after you've already accepted an offer.
Target facilities with active PERM filing history
Manufacturing plants, hospitals, and large property management companies regularly sponsor Maintenance Managers because operational continuity depends on retaining skilled workers. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored this occupation category before approaching them.
Verify the prevailing wage tier your role will attract
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Maintenance Manager prevailing wages by metro area before your offer stage. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL-determined level for your job zone, and mismatches between offer and filing can trigger an audit.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
Most Maintenance Manager roles file under EB-3 as skilled worker positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. If your role requires an advanced degree or you hold one, ask your employer to evaluate EB-2 classification, which can offer priority date advantages depending on your country of birth.
Search for green-card-sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by Maintenance Manager roles where employers have documented green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces PERM and I-140 filing data so you spend time on employers already proven to run the full process, not on companies that only claim they 'may consider' sponsorship.
Ask your employer about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
Once your PERM is certified and your priority date is current, USCIS allows you to file your I-140 immigrant petition and I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously. For Maintenance Managers born in most countries, EB-3 priority dates are often current, making this concurrent filing path available faster than applicants expect.
Green Card Maintenance Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Maintenance Manager roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Maintenance Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 classification is possible if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or if you pursue a National Interest Waiver, but that's uncommon for facility maintenance roles. Your employer's attorney drafts the job requirements, so the classification depends partly on how the position is defined in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Maintenance Manager?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent and has no annual lottery. H-1B visas require winning a randomized lottery capped at 85,000 per year and only authorize temporary employment. For Maintenance Managers, EB-3 green card sponsorship is often more accessible because the role may not meet H-1B specialty occupation standards, and EB-3 has no cap concerns for applicants from most countries outside India and China.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Maintenance Manager?
The full timeline from PERM filing to receiving a green card typically runs two to four years for applicants from non-backlogged countries. PERM certification alone currently averages over a year at DOL. After certification, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, and once your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you can file for adjustment of status or consular processing.
Where can I find Maintenance Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Maintenance Manager roles with verified green card sponsorship history. Many employers list sponsorship as a possibility but have never filed a PERM application. Migrate Mate filters employers by actual PERM and I-140 filing records, so you can focus your applications on companies that have completed the process for this occupation before.
What role does the O*NET occupation profile play in my PERM application?
O*NET assigns a Standard Occupational Classification code to the Maintenance Manager role, which DOL uses to benchmark job duties and required qualifications during PERM review. Your employer's attorney references O*NET to ensure the job description aligns with the occupation's defined requirements. Significant deviations between your actual duties and the O*NET profile can prompt DOL to audit or deny the PERM application.