Vehicle Mechanic

Linde; Delaware City (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde Inc. is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic in New Castle, DE to diagnose and repair diesel tractors, trailers, and related systems. You will use OEM manuals and diagnostic tools, document PM/CM activities, and maintain shop safety.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in diesel mechanics, 49 CFR knowledge, and certifications like Air Brake and EPA 609, with the ability to obtain CDL A HazMat. Travel and on-call rotations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years diesel mechanic experience incl. Freightliner/Volvo tractors, Detroit Diesel engines and Eaton transmissions.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with and understanding of 49 CFR.
• Knowledge of 396 and applicable state/local regulations.
• Air Brake Inspector Certification and EPA 609 Certification required.
• Knowledge of 12V electrical systems, diagnostics, and cryogenic systems incl. pumps/valves/piping.
• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain CDL Class A and HazMat endorsement.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient with MS Office and maintenance systems.
• Fabrication and welding experience.
• ASE Diesel Mechanic Certification preferred.
• Travel up to 10%, overtime, and on-call rotations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain tractors, trailers, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Use diagnostic software, OEM manuals, and calibration equipment for maintenance and repairs.
• Document and track PM, CM, calibrations, warranties, and work orders in the CMMS.
• Maintain fleet appearance through body repair, fabrication, and refurbishment.
• Manage inventory of parts, tires, fuel, oil, and lubricants.
• Perform roadside service calls and coordinate with vendors to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to trucking Bulletins, safety standards, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop environment.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

49 CFR knowledge

Air Brake Inspector Certification

EPA 609 Certification

Electrical diagnostics

CDL Class A eligibility

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Fabrication and welding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE Diesel Mechanic Certification preferred

Tools

Freightliner tractors

Volvo tractors

Detroit Diesel engines

Eaton transmissions

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic

New Castle, DE, United States | req32641

Linde Inc.

What you will enjoy doing*

• You will diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain tractors, trailers, electrical systems, PTO systems, hydraulic pumping systems, and self-contained pony motor pumping systems
• Use manufacturer diagnostic software, OEM manuals, websites, and diagnostic/calibration equipment to perform maintenance, repairs, and calibrations
• Perform, document, and track preventive maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance (CM), calibration activities, warranty repairs, and work orders in the maintenance management system
• Further, you will maintain fleet appearance through body repair, fabrication, and refurbishment activities
• Maintain inventory of parts, tires, fuel, oil, and lubricants
• Perform roadside service calls and coordinate with vendors to minimize equipment downtime and ensure timely repairs
• And you will maintain compliance with trucking bulletins, alerts, safety standards, and environmental requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment

What Makes You Great

• You have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Three (3+) years of diesel mechanic experience, including experience with Freightliner and Volvo tractors, Detroit Diesel engines, and Eaton manual/automatic transmissions
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with and understanding of 49 CFR
• 396 and applicable state and local regulations
• Air Brake Inspector Certification and EPA 609 Air Conditioning Certification required
• You have knowledge of 12V electrical systems, electrical diagnostics, and cryogenic systems, including pumps, valves, and piping
• Valid driver's license required; ability to obtain a CDL Class A and Hazmat endorsement
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• You have proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email, and electronic maintenance management systems
• Fabrication and welding experience
• ASE Diesel Mechanic Certification preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10%, work overtime, and participate in on-call rotations as needed

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain, decarbonize and protect our planet.

Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde’s industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra-high-purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life-saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

Linde offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

Have we inspired you? Let´s talk about it

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Linde Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.