Diesel Technician

Cummins•Charlotte, NC

9d•$56,800 - $85,200•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Diesel Technician to perform engine repairs for its Distribution Business in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role is based in a service shop and involves troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, maintaining, and inspecting engine products and other customer equipment. Technicians use diagnostic computers and software, service tools, documented procedures, and technical publications to identify faults and complete quality repairs. The position includes ongoing training and additional certifications on new and existing Cummins products. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The technician is expected to maintain accurate service and warranty documentation, keep the work area and tools clean and operational, and comply with applicable health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations. The role may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions. It is subject to Federal Transit Administration pre-employment and random drug testing, as well as ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Intermediate-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products.
Vocational diploma from a relevant technical institution.
A current valid driver's license is required.
Must be at least 18 years old with 2 years of driving experience.
Must have a five-year motor vehicle report free from major violations.
The position is subject to Federal Transit Administration pre-employment and random drug testing requirements, as well as ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

Apprentice-trained engine technician.
Locally valid driving permit.
A CDL may be required to obtain upon hire; federal law requires CDL holders to be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild engine products and other customer equipment in a service shop.
Perform preventative maintenance based on engine assessments, using computers and software as part of diagnostic work.
Apply documented procedures and policies to complete complex repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools.
Disassemble, inspect, clean, and reassemble engines and engine components.
Assist more experienced technicians with diagnostics and development of repair plans for engines in the workshop.
Complete work documentation, including work-completed documents, timesheets, warranty claims, and quality documents, using handwritten forms or business systems.
Complete training in line with skill and business requirements and pursue ongoing training and additional certifications on Cummins products.
Maintain the work area and tools so they remain clean and operate properly.
Follow relevant health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and legislation, and report issues or incidents to a supervisor.
Use diagnostic workflows, service tools, software, measurements, and service publications to identify failed components, plan repairs, and validate that issues are resolved.
Document troubleshooting results and service information in business systems to support payment, historical tracking, and accurate records.
Escalate product technical issues when appropriate and capture troubleshooting steps in the appropriate database.