Apprentice Diesel Tech-Mechanic
About The Position
TravelCenters of America is seeking a Diesel Technician to provide accurate and efficient service to customers by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy-duty trucks and trailers in a reasonable and responsible manner while following company and industry standards. The role involves diagnostic testing, interpreting results, planning and communicating repairs, and completing repairs safely and effectively. The technician also maintains a clean and safe work environment, recommends other TA services during inspection reviews, and helps protect the safety of customers and employees. The position offers a pay range of $17.00–$18.50 per hour. Benefits listed include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) with company match; vacation and paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; on-site meal discounts; and discounts on technology, travel, food, and fuel. The company also notes opportunities for growth and advancement. Not all benefit plans are available to all team members.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an acceptable trade school or manufacturer’s technical school, or previous mechanic experience.
- Willingness to expand professional knowledge through education and training programs.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and some holidays, in interior and exterior conditions.
- Ability to meet the requirements of the physical tasks, with or without accommodation.
- Investment in own tools.
- Works well with others and is excited to be part of the team.
Responsibilities
- Work in a collaborative, service-focused environment and exceed customer expectations.
- Perform diagnostic testing and interpret results.
- Develop a repair plan and communicate it to the Service Advisor.
- Repair malfunctioning parts and other mechanical or electrical equipment.
- Complete repairs safely, effectively, and efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Recommend other TA services to customers as part of the inspection review process.
- Maintain the safety of customers and employees.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with a company match.
- Vacation and paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- On-site meal discounts.
- Discounts on technology, travel, food, and fuel.
- Opportunity for growth and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
