Diesel Technician Apprentice

Love's Travel Stops; Knoxville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Diesel Apprentices to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will learn essential skills in electrical diagnostics, air conditioning repairs, and preventative maintenance while providing top-notch service to customers and drivers. The company prides itself on a culture of growth, offering benefits like tuition assistance, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive insurance plans. If you're eager to kickstart your career in a supportive environment where you can make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Company funded tuition assistance program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Scheduling

401(k) – 100% match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Career Development

Hiring Immediately

Qualifications

• No professional experience needed; we will teach you!
• Ability to obtain a medical card through DOT (paid by Love's).

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with roadside services and preventative maintenance.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures while working in various temperatures.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Electrical diagnostics

Air conditioning diagnostics

Preventative maintenance

Ability to lift 75+ pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer diagnostics

Job description

Welcome to Love’s!

Diesel Apprentices work in a fast-paced environment and maintain clean places with friendly faces. You will interact with customers & drivers from all over, making their travels and their day better. Are you mechanically inclined with no professional experience? No problem! We will teach you!

In the apprentice program, you can expect to learn:

1. Electrical diagnostics and repairs
2. Air conditioning & heating diagnostics and repairs
3. Wheel end assembly diagnostics and repairs
4. Air system diagnostics and repairs
5. Air brakes diagnostics and repairs
6. Charging system diagnostics and repairs
7. Basic computer diagnostics and auxiliary component replacement
8. Parts lookup and acquisition

Job Functions:

1. Assist customers with roadside services
2. Learn preventative maintenance services
3. Ability to move, lift 75+ pounds working in close quarters. Ability to work in various temperatures.
4. Always put the safety and satisfaction of your customers first, complying with company safety policies & procedures.
5. Work a rotating schedule that alternates between day and night as needed.
6. Ability to obtain a medical card through the Department of Transportation. (paid by Love’s)

Benefits:

• Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Scheduling
• 401(k) – 100% match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30 days
• Competitive Pay
• Career Development
• Hiring Immediately

Our Culture:

Come see why Love’s Travel Stops and Country Stores was recognized by Indeed as the winner of the Better Work Award in 2023.

Love’s Travel Stops and Country Stores is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Love’s has been fueling customers’ journeys since 1964. Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe. The company’s core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Love’s continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities Love’s serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company’s award-winning culture.

The Love’s Family of Companies includes:

• Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets.
• Speedco and Love’s Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network.
• Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader.
• Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert.

The Love's Experience

Love’s was founded in 1964 on the values of integrity, customer focus, strong work ethic, innovation and perseverance. We are looking for these in every person we hire. No matter what job you do for Love’s, your commitment to these values will not only continue our legacy of growth, it will also ensure your successful career.

Nearest Major Market: Peoria
Nearest Secondary Market: Galesburg
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