Speedco Diesel Technician Apprentice

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Diesel Technician Apprentice to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn essential mechanical skills while providing top-notch service to customers. You will assist experienced technicians in performing preventative maintenance and light repairs, gaining hands-on experience that will set you on the path to becoming a certified Diesel Technician. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive culture, this company ensures that every team member has the chance to thrive and succeed in their career. If you are eager to learn and passionate about the automotive industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Scheduling

Road to Success Program

On-the-job training

Team Member bonus program

Holiday pay

401(k) with matching contributions

Adoption Assistance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and assist in mechanical repairs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Assist Diesel Technicians with mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Learn to troubleshoot and repair light mechanical issues.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Preventative maintenance

Customer service

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Address: 5191 Harding Ln Indianapolis, IN, 46217

Welcome to Love’s!

Where People are the Heart of Our Success

As with Love’s, Our Speedco values go beyond our name. We look for those same values in our people. Our network of travel stops are growing at a tremendous rate as we continue to be the leader in highway hospitality.

The Diesel Technician Apprentice assists our Diesel Technicians to keep our customers on the road by learning preventative maintenance, light mechanical repairs and commercial oil changes for drivers. By learning the mechanical services necessary, you can take pride and ownership in delivering the right services to our customers. Upon completion of the apprentice training, you will be certified as a Diesel Technician and new opportunities will be presented to you within Love’s Truck Care business.

How You’ll Fit In

• Learn to troubleshoot and repair light mechanical issues that may include wheel-end assemblies, electrical systems, suspensions, A/C, or engine components
• Assist customers with roadside services
• Learn preventative maintenance services
• Assist in keeping our locations clean
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends or holidays
• Possess a valid driver’s license and pass a drug screen
• Capability to lift minimum of 50 pounds, working in close quarters
• Always put the safety and satisfaction of your customers first, complying with company safety policies & procedures

Benefits That Can’t Be Beat

• Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans
• Flexible Scheduling
• Road to Success Program for career development
• On-the-job training
• Team Member bonus program
• Holiday pay
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Adoption Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Typical Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Requires standing and walking, with some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing
• Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

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.

Diversity Statement

From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation.

Grow Far with Love's

As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each of our people succeeds is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and hard work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you are looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success!

Job Function(s): Speedco

Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces.” We are passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly.

The Love’s Family of Companies includes:

• Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets
• Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists
• Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader
• Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert

About the company

Since 1964, Love’s has been known for “Clean Places, Friendly Faces,” and we strive to find employees who will help us continue to uphold our standards. With our store team, have a great opportunity. Start on the front line. Grow to the top. Join a team of great people who care. The Love family understands the hard work a job like this requires. They built this company from the ground up, and they did so from the same shoes our store teams are standing in. It takes hard work, integrity, and customer focus. If you excel in all three, there is no limit to what you can achieve on our team.