Diesel Tractor/Trailer Mechanic M-F
Job in
La Porte, La Porte County, Indiana, 46352, USA
Listed on 2026-03-01
Listing for:
North American Transportation Management Institute
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 Terrell 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 (40-45 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.
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Accurately complete work orders and repair documentation in the maintenance system
- Follow established checklists and repair protocols to ensure quality work
- Work closely with site leadership and local vendors to coordinate repairs
- Contribute to a professional, safety-focused, team-oriented shop culture
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on mechanical tractor and trailer experience
- Career Technical Education (CTE) certification qualifies
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