PPL Mechanic

Job Description:

The Commercial Vehicle Mechanic position at Linde Services Inc. is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing the company's fleet of heavy-duty trucks and trailers, which are integral to LSI's logistics operations. You will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of industrial gases such as liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen, liquid argon, CO2, and hydrogen. This includes routine preventative maintenance and unscheduled repairs to support the delivery of cryogenic products while ensuring compliance with LSI's safety standards, DOT regulations, and internal protocols. In this role, you may be required to visit government facilities and other locations requiring extensive background checks and compliance with heightened security and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will be highly safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying and resolving mechanical issues.

Key responsibilities to include the following:

• Conduct, record, and report comprehensive inspections to assess mechanical systems, safety features, and overall vehicle condition.
• Diagnose mechanical issues related to diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, suspension systems, braking systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, APU's, and other truck or trailer components.
• Perform timely repairs and replacements of damaged or worn parts such as brakes, bearings, fuel systems, HVAC systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform and record preventative maintenance tasks, including but not limited to oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, and lubrication of moving components.
• Test vehicle systems after repairs to verify proper functionality and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate service logs, repair records, and inspection documentation in compliance with company policies and DOT regulations.
• Communicate recommendations for repairs or proactive maintenance to management to prevent downtime or mechanical failures.
• Schedule warranty work as needed with various equipment manufacturers.
• Ensure adherence to workplace safety protocols and proper handling of tools, equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Stay updated with industry best practices, evolving standards, and emerging vehicle technologies to enhance service expertise.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the shop and surrounding areas.
• Operate nitrogen pumper when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Are you ready to embrace a stable and rewarding career with Linde? We are hiring Commercial Vehicle Mechanics to join our team in La Porte, TX. This role offers reliable hours, competitive pay, and unmatched benefits that set us apart:

Compensation and Benefits:

• Average $70k - $90k depending on experience
• Weekly direct deposit for added convenience
• 15 days of PTO
• Paid holidays
• Benefits start 1st of the month after your start date
• Matching 401k plan (up to 5%) plus pension plan (4%)-yes, we said PENSION PLAN!
• Annual boot reimbursement
• Uniforms provided
• Tools provided

Qualifications:
Qualifications:

• Preferred 3+ years of relevant commercial vehicle maintenance experience required with an understanding of cryogenic pumps, APU's, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Class A CDL with X endorsement preferred or ability to obtain within first year of employment
• TWIC card preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude
• Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as manufacturer diagnostic software
• Previous experience in chemical, refining, military, or technical training environments is preferred
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50lbs
• Willingness to work overtime and travel up to 50% of the time is required

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 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 and protect our planet.

Culture:

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com .

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.