Diesel Mechanic / Vehicle Mechanic

Job Description and Qualifications
At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
Reimagine What's Possible
Do you enjoy working on a newer fleet of trucks and trailers? Can you troubleshoot diesel engines and have a strong vehicle maintenance background? We have an opportunity for you!
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an opening for a Fleet Vehicle Mechanic / Technician at its Granite City, IL. facility.
The Granite City facility produces and distributes Liquid Nitrogen, Oxygen, and Argon as well as bulk Hydrogen and Liquid Hydrogen throughout the Midwest and Canada. You will report to the Granite City Distribution Site manager and will be responsible for the maintenance of Company owned tractors and trailers.
We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated, well-organized self-starter with a strong commitment to Safety. We are looking for a strong teammate with the ability to work well with fellow mechanics, drivers, and operations personnel.
As a Vehicle Mechanic / Diesel Technician, the primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on the Company's fleet equipment which includes Class A tractors, Class B straight trucks, cryogenic tankers, and tube trailers.
• Document/record work performed electronically on computer-based maintenance system
• Maintain personal safety and training requirements using electronic training system
• Perform road repairs when necessary
• Perform electrical/electronic repairs on tractors and trailers
• Participation in the Company's Safety, Training, Environmental and Improvement programs

Additional job responsibilities (with on-the-job training provided) will include:

• Perform cryogenic maintenance to include repair/replacing valves, piping, pumps, etc.
• Perform tube trailer maintenance to include repair/replacing valves, fittings, etc.
• Calibrate pump discharge meters
• Spot/move trailers as needed
• Building and grounds maintenance as needed
• General housekeeping
• Help run Fleet inventories including parts, tires, lubricants, and fuels

Qualifications:

• High School diploma/equivalent
• 3-5 years strong diesel vehicle repair experience
• Strong mechanical background, with computer experience/skills
• Solid work history
• Ability to drive Class A and Class B tractors
• Welding knowledge and experience preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting skills on 12 volt DC circuits
• Diesel engine troubleshooting and repair experience
• Trade school graduates are encouraged to apply
• Class A CDL license preferred but not required

We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you'll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist
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