Diesel Mechanic

Air Products; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 61,200 - 74,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Job summary

Air Products in Odessa, TX is seeking a Diesel Mechanic dedicated to safety and teamwork. This role involves performing preventative maintenance on vehicles, documenting repairs, and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, strong mechanical skills, and welding knowledge. We offer competitive annual salaries starting at $68k+, health benefits from day one, and a supportive work environment. Join us as we face significant energy and sustainability challenges together.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background with above-average computer skills.
• Ability to drive a tractor.
• Diesel engine troubleshooting and minor repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on tractors and tanker trailers.
• Document and record repair work performed electronically.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle electrical and air-brake components.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A CDL preferred

Job description

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

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer market‑leading pay and great benefits for our employees.

Job Overview

We are seeking a Diesel Mechanic for our Odessa, TX location. The ideal candidate is energetic, highly motivated, well organized, a self‑starter with a strong commitment to safety. This mechanic should be a strong teammate, able to work well with fellow mechanics, drivers, and operations personnel.

At Air Products, safety is paramount: ZERO IS ACHIEVABLE. Our goal is zero injuries and incidents. Employees are expected to demonstrate a positive demeanor and be willing to take on new opportunities and embrace tough challenges with a sense of ownership, energy, and urgency.

Benefits

• Yearly salary $68k+
• Monday through Friday, day shift – some on‑call as needed
• All tools provided
• Company‑paid PPE
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vesting of company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
• Life insurance (AD&D) and Supplemental AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on tractors and tanker trailers.
• Document and record repair work performed electronically in the vehicle maintenance system.
• Perform road repairs when necessary.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle electrical and air‑brake components and systems.
• Perform electrical/electronic diagnostics on tractors and trailers.
• Gas and electrical welding experience preferred.
• Assist plant operations as needed.
• Participate in company safety, training, environmental, and improvement programs.

Additional Job Responsibilities (On‑the‑job Training Provided)

• Perform cryogenic maintenance including repair/replacement of valves, pumps, etc.
• Calibrate pump discharge meters.
• Load trailers.
• Wash fleet equipment.
• Housekeeping.
• Handle inventory for spare tires and fleet equipment parts.
• Handle fleet fuels and lubricants.
• Perform delivery operation environmental and safety tasks.
• Assist plant operations maintenance.
• Opportunity to learn and maintain state‑of‑the‑art tractors and trailers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class A CDL preferred (not required).
• Strong mechanical background with above‑average computer skills.
• Energetic, highly motivated, well organized self‑starter with strong commitment to safety.
• Strong team player able to work well with fellow mechanics, drivers, and operations personnel.
• Solid work history.
• Ability to drive a tractor.
• Welding knowledge and experience.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills on 12‑volt DC circuits.
• Diesel engine troubleshooting and minor repair experience.
• This is a safety‑sensitive position.

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the table. We actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Accommodation for Disabilities

Air Products is committed to helping individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please e‑mail us at [e-mail]. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox; you’ll receive an e‑mail directly from our Career Center or Talent Acquisition Specialist.