Diesel Mechanic

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Town of Guilderland (NY); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Life insurance

AD&D

Job summary

Airgas, located in Guilderland, NY, is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to inspect, repair and maintain fleet equipment including tractors and cryogenic trailers. The role requires 2+ years in highway equipment maintenance and own hand tools, with English communication skills for daily operation and safety compliance.

Experience with diesel tractors, cryogenic trailers and DOT regulations is preferred. The schedule may include extended hours, on-call nights, weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in highway equipment maintenance
• Must have own hand tools
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and written; ability to read/understand English

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair and perform preventive maintenance on fleet (tractors, trailers, and specialized equipment).
• Diagnose and repair highway delivery equipment including hydraulic pumping and product transfer pump.
• Read/interpret maintenance reports, communicate with supervisor, and discuss preventive techniques with operators.
• Promote safety of all employees as first priority and strive for zero defects.

Skills

Highway equipment maintenance

Hand tools experience

English communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Own hand tools

Job description

R10100501 Diesel Mechanic (Open) Location: Guilderland, NY (AMG) - Bulk cryo logistics

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR, and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for a Diesel Mechanic Guilderland, NY.! We are looking for you !

Pay Range: $25-$35 per hour. (Depending on experience and expertise)

Quarterly Incentive Bonus $2000

Driver Referral Bonus (unlimited)

Travel: 10%

Work Schedule: Ability to work extended hours/shift work as business needs dictate. On call nights, weekends and holidays as required.

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

As a key member of the maintenance team, you will be responsible for the inspection, repair, and preventative maintenance of our fleet, including tractors, trailers, and specialized company equipment. Your primary goal is to ensure all assets remain safe, reliable, and fully compliant with DOT regulations and internal Airgas Merchant Gases procedures. The primary function of this job is to diagnose and repair highway delivery equipment including hydraulic pumping and product transfer pump, develop and implement solutions to specific problems within the supply chain and logistics environment and troubleshoot/repair diesel tractors, cryogenic trailers, tube trailers and associated equipment in accordance with Airgas policies/procedures and DOT regulations. You will perform preventive maintenance, equipment upgrades, read/interpret equipment condition reports, repair orders, communicate with supervisor/operator for clarification of problems and discuss preventive techniques with operators to minimize future repairs. You will also promote safety of all employees as first priority, processes/products towards zero defects.

Experience & Education: High school diploma/GED with 2+ years in highway equipment maintenance and own hand tools.

Technical Expertise: Experience with diesel tractors, cryogenic trailers, and DOT air brake certification.

Systems & Records: Computer literacy (TMT, OEM diagnostics) for maintenance tracking and troubleshooting.

Safety & Compliance: Strict adherence to safety protocols, manufacturing standards, and transportation regulations.

Physical & Environmental Demands: Ability to lift 50+ lbs, work in confined spaces, and handle flexible shifts in shop and outdoor conditions.

Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in highway equipment maintenance
• Experience with a variety of basic hand, power tools and equipment.
• Must have own hand tools
• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and written; ability to read/understand English

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical school classes preferred
• Basic knowledge of transportation regulations
• Class A CDL with HazMat; DOT brake certification preferred (Not Required)
• Computer literacy; Google Chrome, TMT, on-board OEM computer diagnosis systems
• Someone with solid diagnostic experience in ABS and DEF systems, including maintenance software programs, is driven by results and could excel in the office and on the shop floor.
• ABS, DEF and experience utilizing maintenance programs is in addition to all other requirements
• Cryogenics exposure/experience

Employee Benefits

• Medical plans
• Dental plans
• Vision plans
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax commuter transportation benefit
• Parental leave
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Floating holidays
• Jury duty leave
• Funeral/bereavement leave
• Paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees
• 401k plan with company matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].