Preventative Maintenance Technician- Houston, TX

  • Love's Travel Stops
  • Houston, Texas
  • Full Time

Req ID: 465103

Benefits : * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * 401(k) 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30 days * Competitive Pay * Career Development *

Welcome to Love's : The primary purpose of this position is to complete preventative maintenance tasks on store facilities such as HVAC, compressors, shop vehicles, fuel equipment, and other various equipment on a regular schedule.

Pay & Benefits

  • $16-18/hour
  • Annual bonus eligibility, Paid Time Off (PTO includes vacation time, personal, and sick), 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision/life insurance

Job Functions:

  • Carry out assignments and instructions from supervisor(s) in a competent and efficient manner.
  • Be aware of and always operate within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies.
  • Work in a safe manner with personal safety and the safety of others as the number one priority.
  • Complete all required preventative maintenance on assigned equipment at stores in accordance with Loves and/or the manufacturers best practices.
  • Complete records and reports as required in a timely manner.
  • Account for supplies, materials, and equipment as required.
  • Site Inspections and report issues to appropriate Loves managers.
  • Work with the team in place to answer questions on the phone and through emails.
  • Knowledge of general maintenance duties is a plus.
  • Candidates will need to be self-motivated with the ability to work quickly and efficiently.
  • Basic troubleshooting and repair of Loves fuel system.
  • Keep Loves provided truck, tools, and provided equipment clean, safe, and in good working order.
  • Other duties assigned as needed.

Education and Experience:

  • HS Diploma or equivalent required.
  • 1-2 years of experience with maintenance is preferred.
  • 1-2 years of HVAC, fueling systems, or mechanical experience is preferred.

Skills and Physical Demands:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to take direction.
  • Basic computer and smart phone skills to answer emails, voicemails, and open and close tickets via app-based platforms.
  • Extensive travel.
  • Clean driving record and valid drivers license required.
  • Travel coast to coast with extended nights away from home.
  • Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
  • Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Manual dexterity enough to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
  • Requires normal range of hearing and vision.

Our Culture:

Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Love's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Job Category: Operations

Job ID: 484560721
Originally Posted on: 7/9/2025

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