Apprentice Diesel Tech-Mechanic

Csod; Branford (CT); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 58,454,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Vacation and holidays

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

TravelCenters of America in Branford, CT is seeking a Diesel Technician to diagnose and repair heavy-duty trucks and trailers. You will troubleshoot, develop repair plans, and perform repairs safely and efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to learn, ability to work unsupervised, and flexible hours including nights and weekends. We offer medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, vacations, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; trade school or manufacturer’s tech training is a plus.
• Willingness to expand knowledge via training programs.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Investment in own tools.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team-focused environment delivering great service.
• Perform diagnostic testing and interpret results; develop a repair plan and communicate it to the Service Advisor.
• Repair malfunctioning parts and mechanical/electrical equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Recommends TA services during inspection review.

Skills

Team player

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are now looking for a Diesel Technician to join our team! As a Diesel Mechanic, you will provide accurate, efficient service to customers by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy duty trucks and trailers in a reasonable and responsible manner within company and industry standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in a fun, trusting environment focused on providing great service where the expectations of the customer are exceeded
• Perform diagnostic testing and interpret results; Develop a repair plan and communicate it to the Service Advisor
• Repairing malfunctioning parts and other mechanical or electrical equipment; Complete repairs safely, effectively and efficiently
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Recommends other TA services with customer as part of inspection review process
• Maintain the safety of both our customers and employees

Qualifications

• A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team!
• High School Diploma or GED; Graduate of acceptable trade school or manufacturer's technical school, or previous mechanic experience
• Willingness to expand professional knowledge via education and training programs
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays in interior and exterior conditions
• Meet the requirements for the needed physical tasks with or without accommodation
• Investment in own tools

Pay Range

$18.00 - 20.40per hour

With us, you’ll enjoy:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Vacation and paid holidays
• A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
• Opportunity for growth and advancement

Not all benefit plans are available to all team members. For a more comprehensive list of benefits, please visit: https://www.ta-petro.com/careers/working-at-ta-travel-centers

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. Not all positions posted will have a pay range listed.

Our travel centers serve thousands every day; not one traveler is the same and our team must reflect that. We can "return every traveler to the road better than they came" only by understanding and celebrating individualism. 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. At TravelCenters of America, we invite everyone to make themselves at home.

Individuals with a disability mayrequest a reasonable accommodation related to our recruiting process. If youwould like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process,please email us at [e-mail]. In your email, please include yourfirst and last name, phone number, the position and location for which you areapplying, and details pertaining to the accommodation request.