Diesel Technician

Cummins•Albuquerque, NM

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Diesel Technician/Mechanic for its Distribution business in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role independently troubleshoots, repairs, and rebuilds engine products in a service workshop while coaching and developing less experienced technicians. The technician performs maintenance and repairs using diagnostic tools, keeps detailed service records, follows Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies, pursues ongoing product development and certifications, and maintains their own tools. The position includes complex internal engine repairs and unassisted engine overhauls, as well as troubleshooting with limited or no diagnostic-tool support. It requires detailed understanding of aftertreatment systems and components and includes mentoring junior technicians with technical support and documentation. Work also covers chassis systems, including brakes, suspension, steering, wheel ends, axles and driveline, chassis electrical systems, frame and structural components, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repair documentation, parts identification, and safety inspections. The employer advertises a sign-on bonus, relocation, competitive pay, and benefits. Base salary is commensurate with experience; benefits vary by location.

Requirements

Advanced-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products.
A current valid driver’s license is required.
Must be at least 18 years old with two years of driving experience.
Must have a five-year motor vehicle report free from major violations.
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.
Must maintain own tools.

Nice To Haves

Apprentice-trained engine technician.
Locally valid driving permit.
Experience providing technical advice and coaching to more junior technicians.
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 own tools.
Complete complex internal engine repairs and complex unassisted engine overhauls.
Troubleshoot with limited or no support from diagnostic tools.
Mentor junior technicians, providing technical support and documentation.
Inspect, adjust, and repair brake systems, including air brake components.
Inspect and repair suspension and steering components.
Perform wheel-end, axle, and driveline repairs and inspections.
Diagnose chassis wiring, lighting, sensors, ABS, and other chassis electrical systems.
Inspect and repair chassis/frame components and mounting hardware.
Perform chassis inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and required preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot chassis-related faults and determine necessary repairs and parts.
Complete accurate repair documentation, parts identification, and safety inspections.