Diesel Tech-Mechanic

Overview

There’s never been a better time to join Travel Centers 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. TA is focused on growing its network, implementing cutting edge technology and pursuing 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 opportunities for individuals to share ideas, grow with the company and shape TA’s future.

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 Diesel 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!

• 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, make recommendations to customers
• Complete repairs within their capabilities and as written
• Understand Truck Service Standard Services and specialized customer programs
• Follow safety guidelines and report potentially unsafe situations caused by team members and/or customers

• A dedicated individual who works well with others and is excited to be part of our team
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience in repair or parts shop preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and some holidays in interior and exterior conditions
• A valid driver’s license

• 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

$19.00 - 20.40 per hour

A pay range listed reflects the potential pay for this role. The pay will depend on 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 are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of 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, military service or Veteran status, genetic information or membership in any other protected category.

At Travel Centers of America, we invite everyone to make themselves at home.

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  In your email, please include your first and last name, phone number, the position and location for which you are applying, and details pertaining to the accommodation request.

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 performed occasionally. The team member is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs and/or move heavy objects. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, all with or without a reasonable accommodation.

The employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons, fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level can be loud. The employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, and high-concentration cleaning solutions.

This job description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent 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.