Career Pathways
Many skills gained through military service align closely with opportunities at Tyson Foods. Using the skills translator guidance below, we've identified several high-volume roles that may be a strong match for veterans. While these roles highlight common skill alignments, veterans are encouraged to explore and apply for any position that matches their interests, experience and career goals.
Tyson Foods Role |
Military Equivalent |
Skills Delivered |
Sample Tyson Foods Job Titles |
|---|---|---|---|
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CDL/Transportation |
Army 88M, USMC 3531, USAF 2T1X1 |
CDL Class A equivalent, fleet operations, vehicle maintenance, DOT compliance |
Long Haul Driver |
|
Skilled Maintenance |
Army 91-series, Navy MM/EM, USAF 2A-series |
Diesel, electrical, HVAC, industrial equipment (certified under DoD standards) |
Maintenance Generalist |
|
Forklift/Warehouse Operations |
Army 92A, 88H; Navy Logistics Specialist (LS) |
Material handling, supply chain operations, forklift certification, inventory systems |
Supervisor Warehousing |
|
Automation/Controls |
Army 94-series, 25-series; Navy ET/FC; USAF 2E-series |
PLC systems, electronics, sensors, controls (from aircraft avionics to shipboard systems) |
Controls Technician |
|
Leadership/Supervisor |
All E-5+ NCOs (approx. 40-45% of enlisted separations) |
Team leadership, shift management, accountability systems, formal performance evaluation records |
Supervisor Production |