Veterans Preferred - Mechanic

Airgas - Dayton, IN

Full-time - Entry Level

Dayton, IN

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Mechanic position at Airgas in Dayton, OH focuses on diagnosing and repairing highway delivery equipment, including hydraulic pumping systems and diesel tractors. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position is integral to maintaining the efficiency of the supply chain and logistics operations.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair highway delivery equipment including hydraulic pumping and product transfer pumps.
• Develop and implement solutions to specific problems within the supply chain and logistics environment.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel tractors, cryogenic trailers, tube trailers, and associated equipment in accordance with Airgas policies and DOT regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and equipment upgrades.
• Read and interpret equipment condition reports and repair orders.
• Communicate with supervisors and operators for clarification of problems and discuss preventive techniques to minimize future repairs.
• Promote safety of all employees as the first priority.

Requirements

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

Nice-to-haves

• 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; experience with Google Chrome, TMT, and on-board OEM computer diagnosis systems.
• Solid diagnostic experience in ABS and DEF systems, including maintenance software programs.
• Cryogenics exposure/experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 14 weeks paid childbirth benefit
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance
• Discounted college tuition for employees' dependents
• Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children