Diesel Technician Apprentice

 

Main characteristics

Location

New Baden, Illinois

Company

Loves Travel Stops & Country Store

Industry

Internship

Job summary

Req ID: (phone number removed)

Address: 8690 Richter School Road New Baden, IL, 62265

Welcome to Loves!

Where People are the Heart of Our Success

Diesel Technician Apprentice - Truck Care

At Loves, our values go beyond our name. We look for those same values in our people. Our network of travel stops is growing at a tremendous rate as we continue to be the leader in highway hospitality.

The Loves Truck Care and Speedco Diesel Technician Apprentice program is a company paid training program designed to provide apprentices with classroom, on-the-job training (OJT) and computer-based training opportunities while working towards certification as a Loves/Speedco diesel technician.

In the apprentice program, you can expect to learn:

Electrical diagnostics and repairs

Air conditioning & heating diagnostics and repairs

Wheel end assembly diagnostics and repairs

Air system diagnostics and repairs

Air brakes diagnostics and repairs

Charging system diagnostics and repairs

Basic computer diagnostics and auxiliary component replacement

Parts lookup and acquisition

How You Will Fit In

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 drivers license and pass a drug screen

Capability to lift a 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 Cant Be Beat

100% of the training is covered by the company

Complete set of tools and toolbox that are yours to keep after completing the program and one year of employement

Opportunity to learn a skilled trade while earning a paycheck!

Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans

Flexible Scheduling

Road to Success Program for career development

On-the-job training

Competitive pay (paid weekly)

Commission opportunites

Team Member bonus program

Vacation pay

401(k) with matching contributions

Parental Leave

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

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.

Diversity Statement

From the founding of Loves, 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 Loves, all roads lead to success!

Loves 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 companys core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Loves 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 Loves serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the companys award-winning culture.

The Loves Family of Companies includes:

Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industrys safest trucking fleets.

Speedco and Loves 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.

TVC Pro-driver, a commercial drivers license (CDL) protection subscription service.