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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ta Petro position, and why are they important?

A Ta Petro requires expertise in petroleum engineering, field operations, and safety protocols, often supported by a relevant engineering degree and industry certifications. Technical proficiency with drilling software, pipeline monitoring systems, and compliance with industry safety standards is vital. Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities are important soft skills for this role. These competencies are critical for ensuring safe and efficient extraction and processing of petroleum resources while maintaining regulatory compliance.

What is a Ta Petro?

A TA Petro job typically refers to a position at TravelCenters of America (TA) or Petro Stopping Centers, which are truck stop chains providing fuel, dining, and other services for travelers and truck drivers. Jobs at TA Petro can range from retail and restaurant roles to maintenance, customer service, and management positions. Employees may work in travel stores, fuel stations, truck service centers, or restaurants, helping customers and ensuring the smooth operation of the facilities.

What are the typical daily duties and work environment like for a Ta Petro?

As a Ta Petro, your day often includes overseeing drilling operations, monitoring equipment and safety standards, and collaborating with geoscientists and field technicians. You may perform site inspections, collect and analyze production data, and troubleshoot technical issues to optimize workflow. The work environment is typically a mix of on-site field work—sometimes in remote or challenging locations—and office-based analysis and reporting. Success in this role relies on adaptability to varied work settings and effective communication with cross-functional teams.

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Apprentice Diesel Tech-Mechanic

TravelCenters of America

Mount Vernon, IL • On-site

$19 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


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5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 247 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

586th of 731 rated retailers


Job description

We are now looking for a Diesel Technician to join our team! As a Diesel Mechanic, you will provide accurate, efficient service to customers by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing heavy duty trucks and trailers in a reasonable and responsible manner within company and industry standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • 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

Qualifications

  • 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

Pay Range
$19.00 - 19.50per hour

With us, you’ll enjoy:

  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Vacation and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-site Meal discounts
  • A wide variety of discounts on technology, travel, food and fuel
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement

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

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.

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.

Individuals with a disability mayrequest a reasonable accommodation related to our recruiting process. If youwould like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process,please email us at appada@ta-petro.com. In your email, please include yourfirst and last name, phone number, the position and location for which you areapplying, and details pertaining to the accommodation request.


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