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Diesel Tech-Mechanic I

$18 - $24 per hour

TravelCenters of America

Travelcenters Of America Truck Service Technician

There's never been a better time to join TravelCenters of America! For more than 50 years, millions of professional truck drivers and motorists have called our travel centers home, depending on us daily for fuel, food, truck maintenance and essential services. Driven by a passionate team, TA is focused on growing its network of travel centers, implementing cutting edge technology and embarking on innovative alternative energy and sustainability initiatives. From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Westlake, Ohio, every team member is a stakeholder in TA's success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals interested in sharing their ideas, growing with the company and shaping TA's future.

Job Summary

Our Truck Service team is comprised of nearly 3,000 highly skilled technicians and spans coast to coast. With over 280 locations across the country, TA Truck Service has a solid foundation and a forward-thinking vision. As a level one Technician, you will provide accurate, efficient service to customers by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy duty trucks and trailers in a professional and accommodating manner. Our Technicians ensure we are returning every traveler to the road better than they came!

In this role, you can expect to:

  • Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on providing great service where the expectations of the customer are exceeded
  • Have extensive knowledge of the products we sell and the services we provide
  • Diagnose wear conditions and together with TSA or Manager, makes recommendations to customers
  • Complete repairs within their capabilities and as written
  • Understand Truck Service Standard Services and specialized customer programs
  • Follow safety guidelines and reports potentially unsafe situations caused by team members and/or customers

What We'd Like To See

A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team! Good verbal and written communication skills. Prior verifiable truck service experience preferred. Heavy duty ASE certifications not required, but a plus. Basic computer skills. Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays in interior and exterior conditions. A valid driver's license.

With us, you'll enjoy:

  • Competitive wages
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-site meal discounts
  • A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement with company paid training

Not all benefit plans are available to all team members. For a more comprehensive list of benefits, please visit .

Pay Range $18.00 - 24.00 per hour

A pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on various factors, such as responsibilities of the position, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

TravelCenters of America is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, familial status, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, handicap, military service or Veteran status, genetic information or membership in any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation related to our recruiting process. If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Typical Physical Demands In this role, the team member is regularly required to talk and hear. Standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, bending over, crouching, crawling, climbing, and repetitive use of legs are done occasionally. The team member is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs and/or move heavy objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons. Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc.

Disclaimer This job description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. TA Operating LLC reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment, and either the incumbent or TA Operating LLC may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

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