Diesel Technician
About The Position
Completes diagnostics, repairs, and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop under limited supervision. The Diesel Technician/Mechanic will join Cummins’ Distribution business in West Sacramento, California, performing engine service work and developing and maintaining certifications on Cummins products. The role requires maintaining personal tools and following Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies. The position includes a sign-on bonus, relocation, competitive pay, and benefits. Base salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits vary by location and may include a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, medical, dental, and life insurance, a Health Savings Account, domestic partners coverage, and other personal and professional benefits.
Requirements
- Intermediate-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products.
- A current valid license is required.
- Must be at least 18 years old with 2 years of driving experience.
- A five-year motor vehicle report free from major violations is required.
- Subject to Federal Transit Administration pre-employment and random drug testing, as well as ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
- Vocational diploma from a relevant technical institution.
Nice To Haves
- Class A or B CDL.
- CDL endorsements.
- 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
- Complete repairs on engine products in a service shop.
- Perform maintenance and repairs using diagnostic tools.
- Maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles.
- Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies.
- Pursue ongoing development and certifications on new and existing Cummins products.
- Maintain personal tools.
- Complete complex internal engine repairs.
- Perform engine overhauls without assistance.
- Apply detailed understanding of aftertreatment systems and components.
- Use engine diagnostic software proficiently.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Domestic partners coverage
- Personal and professional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
