Diesel Tractor and Trailer Mechanic

Messer Americas
United States, New York, Glenmont
1011 East Market Street (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
Description $3000 Sign-On Bonus $32-$35 per hour depending on experience Are you looking for an excellent place to work that offers great pay, benefits, and incentives? Do you want to work on new trucks using state of the art tools? If you answered "Yes" to these questions, you've got to check out Messer Gas! Tractor & Trailer Mechanics perform preventative & corrective diagnostics and repairs in routine and emergency situations. Mechanics must be organized, dependable, and proficient to maintain assigned equipment. Mechanics should be physically and mentally fit and have a solid knowledge of technical tools. Mechanics possess some customer service skills as well as the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical & technical problems quickly and effectively. Mechanics assist fleet maintenance team with new technology, equipment updates, and ongoing support. Mechanics assist to identify, develop and implement process improvements. Willing to train the correct candidate. Why Messer? Messer is the world's largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on. The true strength of Messer is our people-at every level and in every role. Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care. Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter. Duties and Responsibilities Preventive Maintenance Conduct mileage & time-based preventative maintenance as scheduled Complete visual inspections to capture defects and hazards before they become an issue Complete all fleet issued maintenance bulletins & reminders Corrective Maintenance Repair equipment upon failures to ensure safe and reliable operation Create a plan of action for all repairs required Maintain Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and perform corrective actions as needed Troubleshoot equipment with diagnostic programs Maintain diagnostic tooling, shop tools, and shop equipment Be available for on-call troubleshooting Parts Manage (order, account for, & issue) parts inventory to decrease down time Ship and receive materials in an organized & timely manner Keep parts storeroom clean, uncluttered, & organized Safety Able to follow all safe work practices and company safety guidelines Able to lift, bend, and stand to meet physical requirements of position Recording Complete all work orders with documentation in distribution business platform Follow checklists and protocol while conducting repairs Teamwork Collaborate with site management and local vendors to schedule equipment repairs Requirements High school diploma or GED 2 years of mechanical experience OR Certification from diesel mechanic trade school (Career Technical Education (CTE) certification qualifies) Valid Motor Vehicle Record Willingness to travel to other locations to assist when they are short-handed About Messer: Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another. We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization - the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different. If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030. #HiringOurHeroes #dei Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)