1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program

tysonfoods· 0045 Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.
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📍 Waterloo Pork Plant - Waterloo, IowaFull time

About this role

Job Details:

$3000 Bonus after completion of the program

Bonus Paid 3 months after the program completion date

Classes start January 4th, 2027.

Orientation and date of hire must be completed prior to the class start date above.


Requirements:


Resume is required and must contain contact information, related work experience/history, skills, and educational information.   High school diploma or equivalent required.  Preference given to first time new hires and those with prior industrial maintenance experience. 


With Tyson’s 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program, participants start a career as a full-time maintenance employee earning up to $25.85 per hour plus benefits, while attending Industrial Maintenance Training classes at Hawkeye Community College.    No prior maintenance experience needed.  Just need a desire to succeed!!


How it Works

Participants attend classes at Hawkeye Community College 4 days a week, 6 hours a day Monday-Thursday; attend one- 4-hour study session on-site at Tyson and work one 12-hour shift in maintenance.  Selected candidates are hired as full-time maintenance employees and are eligible for benefits after 90 days.  Benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, a company matching 401K retirement and matching stock purchase program, paid vacation after 6 months, paid sick time, tuition reimbursement and more. Selected candidates pay a portion of their tuition via weekly payroll deductions.  Candidates work for Tyson for 2 years after graduating then Tyson reimburses the candidate for the amount they paid for their educational costs.  Participants earn a certificate in Industrial Maintenance which can be applied towards earning an AA or bachelor’s degree. 

  • Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

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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.


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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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Where is the 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program position at tysonfoods located?
This 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program role at tysonfoods is based in Waterloo Pork Plant - Waterloo, Iowa. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program role at tysonfoods full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program role in the 0045 Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc. department at tysonfoods.
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This 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program position is part of the 0045 Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc. department at tysonfoods. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program job at tysonfoods posted?
This 1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program position at tysonfoods was posted on Oct 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
1+2 Industrial Maintenance Training Program
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