Field Service Power Generation Technician

Cummins•Des Moines, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Field Service Power Generation Technician / Mechanic to join its Distribution Business in Des Moines, Iowa. The role performs service, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on generators and related components, with a focus primarily on preventative maintenance and basic repairs or diagnostics. Work includes customer interaction, service documentation, adherence to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies, continued development and certifications on Cummins products, and maintaining personal tools. Electrical repair and maintenance may be performed with limited supervision, while workmanship is subject to direct supervision and review. The role requires a current valid driver's license, three years of driving experience, a five-year motor vehicle report free of major violations, and the ability to pass and maintain a DOT medical examination card. It is subject to DOT driving regulations, including Hours of Service and Electronic Log Booking Device use. An on-call rotation is required after training, and occasional mandatory extended shifts and weekend work may occur. A CDL may be required after hire.

Requirements

Broad mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance abilities.
High-voltage and low-voltage experience.
Ability to perform electrical repair and maintenance with minimal supervision, with hands-on exposure to power generation products.
Basic knowledge of diesel engines.
Ability to work under direct supervision with review of workmanship quality.
Vocational diploma from a relevant technical institution.
Current relevant electrical certification.
Locally valid driving permit and current valid license.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Exam card and pass a DOT physical.
Five-year motor vehicle report free from major violations.
Three years of driving experience.
Compliance with DOT driving regulations, including Hours of Service and Electronic Log Booking Device use.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must provide basic hand tools.
Availability for required on-call rotation after training and occasional mandatory extended shifts and weekend work.
Minimal workshop-related experience and basic knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products.
May need to obtain licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

Apprentice-trained Power Generation or Electrical Technician.
Diesel engine experience.
A CDL may be required after hire.

Responsibilities

Complete repair activities on generators or generator components.
Engage with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
Perform maintenance and repairs using diagnostic tools.
Maintain detailed service records.
Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies.
Pursue ongoing development and certifications on new and existing Cummins products.
Maintain personal tools.