VICKSBURG: 1st Shift Groundskeeper Labor BG01

Job Details:

AT THIS TIME the location is no longer accepting rehires for GENERAL LABOR roles. CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 1 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

Pay is $16.55 per hour.

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MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.

MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

Buildings and Grounds Labor

Job Description Summary

The Buildings and Grounds employee is responsible for maintaining the plant’s buildings, grounds, and support facilities to ensure a safe, clean, and functional environment. This position supports daily operations by performing general facility maintenance, groundskeeping, and minor repairs while adhering to Tyson policies, safety requirements, and regulatory standards in a fresh food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain plant buildings, offices, restrooms, break areas, and common spaces in safe and operable condition

Perform routine building maintenance, including minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and basic electrical repairs

Maintain plant grounds, including mowing, trimming, debris removal, and snow/ice management as needed

Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, or repair requirements

Perform basic HVAC support tasks such as filter changes and reporting system issues

Assist with facility-related work orders and document completed tasks as required

Coordinate with Maintenance, Safety, and Sanitation teams to ensure compliance with plant standards

Set up and tear down equipment, furniture, or barricades for meetings, projects, or plant needs

Maintain tools, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and organized manner

Support emergency repairs or facility issues as needed

Follow all OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and Tyson safety and facility policies

Use proper PPE and safe work practices at all times

Perform other duties as assigned

Fresh Plant Environment Expectations

Maintain facilities that support raw and fresh product operations

Ensure work does not compromise food safety or sanitation standards

Work in indoor and outdoor environments with varying temperatures and weather conditions

Follow biosecurity, sanitation, and hygiene requirements

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform manual tasks

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required

Ability to lift up to 50-75 pounds with or without assistance

Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, or other weather conditions

Ability to work around equipment, vehicles, and active plant operations

Work Schedule

Must be available to work assigned shifts

Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on facility needs

Safety and Compliance Commitment

The Buildings and Grounds employee is expected to maintain a safe and well-kept facility while strictly adhering to Tyson policies, OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and plant procedures. This role is essential to providing a safe, compliant, and professional environment at the Vicksburg Plant.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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