What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diesel Tractor Trailer Mechanic position at Messer Americas?
Job Summary:
As one of our Truck Mechanics, you will perform all routine, preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance of Messer commercial motor vehicles. You will assist regional maintenance teams with new technology or equipment installation and ongoing support.
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.
Principal 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
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years of mechanical experience OR Certification from diesel mechanic trade school (Career Technical Education (CTE) certification qualifies)
- Valid drivers license
Preferred Qualifications:
- A CDL is preferred
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.
Messer North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
