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Apprentice Diesel Mechanic

TravelCenters of America
Erie, PA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/16/2026 CLOSED ON 10/28/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Diesel Mechanic position at TravelCenters of America?

There’s never been a better time to join TravelCenters 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.

Driven by a passionate team, TA is focused on growing its network of travel centers, implementing cutting edge technology and embarking on 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 endless career opportunities for individuals interested in sharing their ideas, growing with the company and shaping TA’s future.

In this role, you can expect to:

  • 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

What we’d like to see:

  • 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

With us, you’ll enjoy:

  • Competitive wages and incentive program
  • NEW!! $2500 6 month bonus plus $2500 1 year bonus
  • NEW!! Higher tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
  • NEW!! Bi-Weekly at site Gasoline Discounts
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • On-site meal discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Program
  • DOL Diesel Technician Apprenticeship Program
  • A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement with company paid training
  • This job description does not list all duties for this position. TA Operating LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States required.

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

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.

Typical Physical Demands

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

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.

Disclaimer

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

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.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.40 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Employee Discounts, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $2,500

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