Experienced Diesel Mechanic, Day Shift

Messer; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $30-$35/hour

5-day work week (45 hours)

Health, Dental, Vision

PTO and vacation (2 weeks)

Holidays

401(k) with company match after 1 year

On-the-job training

Job summary

Messer in McGregor is seeking a Diesel Tractor‑Trailer Technician to maintain advanced diesel and cryogenic equipment in a safety-first facility where quality work matters.

The role covers preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnostics, parts management, safety compliance, and thorough documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 3 years of hands-on tractor and trailer experience, with occasional weekend work welcome.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on mechanical tractor and trailer experience.
• Open to occasional weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and cryogenic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair equipment failures; troubleshoot systems with diagnostic software.
• Manage parts inventory and maintain storeroom organization.
• Follow safety procedures around cryogenic and pressurized systems.
• Accurately complete work orders and repair documentation.
• Collaborate with site leadership and vendors to coordinate repairs.

Skills

Tractor maintenance

Trailer maintenance

Diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Safety procedures

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Job Description

Do you have your own tools? Imagine yourself supporting a specialized, mission-critical fleet that keeps operations moving every day. We’re hiring a Diesel Tractor‑Trailer Technician in McGregor to work on advanced diesel and cryogenic equipment in a safety‑first environment where your skills are respected and your work truly matters.

Why Messer?

• Pay: Mechanics have the ability to earn $30-$35 an hour depending on experience.
• Reliable Schedule: Set day shift schedule with 5-day work week & 2 consecutive days off (45 hours weekly avg)
• Comprehensive Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (eligible in 30 days or less).
• Recharge and Relax: Includes PTO, Vacation (2 weeks), and paid Holidays.
• Plan Your Retirement: 401k with company match after 1 year.
• Invest in Your Growth: Paid on-the-job training.

What You’ll Do:

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and cryogenic equipment
• Conduct detailed inspections to identify issues before they lead to downtime
• Complete all fleet maintenance bulletins and service reminders

Corrective Maintenance & Diagnostics

• Diagnose and repair equipment failures to ensure safe, reliable operation
• Troubleshoot systems using modern diagnostic software and tooling
• Develop and execute repair plans from start to finish
• Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) and complete corrective actions
• Maintain diagnostic tools, shop tools, and shop equipment
• Provide on-call troubleshooting support as needed

Parts & Inventory

• Manage parts inventory to minimize downtime and keep repairs moving
• Receive and ship materials accurately and on time
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient parts storeroom

Safety First

• Follow all safety procedures, especially when working around cryogenic and pressurized systems
• Adhere to company safety policies and best practices
• Meet physical requirements, including lifting, bending, and standing

Documentation & Quality

• Accurately complete work orders and repair documentation in the maintenance system
• Follow established checklists and repair protocols to ensure quality work

Team Environment

• Work closely with site leadership and local vendors to coordinate repairs
• Contribute to a professional, safety-focused, team-oriented shop culture

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on mechanical tractor and trailer experience
• Open to occasional weekend work

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 makes Messer refreshingly different.

Company Description

We’re a 120-year-old, privately owned company with an unyielding focus on safety. When you join Messer, you become part of a world-wide team proud of our track record and working hard to be the very best we can. We’re all about first names and helping each other succeed too. When you join us you get all of the rewards, benefits and community of being a full-time, valued employee that only a global leader can offer.