Mechanical Maintenance - Level IV

Cummins•Plainfield, IN

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance - Level IV professional for its 1st shift Manufacturing team at the CDBS (Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems) facility in Plainfield, Indiana. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and improving complex mechanical systems to maximize equipment uptime, productivity, and operational performance. The position also coordinates maintenance work, supports and guides less experienced team members, and serves as a technical resource across the operation. The successful candidate promotes safe work practices and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards; identifies manufacturing constraints and recurring equipment issues; and implements sustainable solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and reliability. The role supports equipment failure analysis, accurate maintenance documentation, high workmanship standards, and maintenance scheduling aligned with production needs. It also involves collaboration with production, TPM teams, and support functions to improve material flow, safety, quality, and operational effectiveness. Requirements include a high school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations. The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. Significant work experience and in-depth knowledge obtained through specialized training and relevant experience are expected.

Requirements

High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience that meets applicable regulations.
Significant work experience and in-depth knowledge gained through specialized training and relevant experience.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and manufacturing knowledge.
Understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to champion safety practices, recognize workplace hazards, and consistently follow safe work procedures.
Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to make sound decisions, manage complex situations, adapt to change, and continuously learn new skills.
Ability to take ownership of outcomes, deliver high-quality work, support internal customers, and meet operational objectives.
May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, install, and improve complex mechanical systems to maximize equipment uptime, productivity, and operational performance.
Coordinate maintenance activities, guide less experienced team members, and serve as a technical resource across the operation.
Promote safe work practices, ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, recognize workplace hazards, and follow safe work procedures.
Identify manufacturing constraints and recurring equipment issues, and implement sustainable solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and reliability.
Support equipment failure analysis, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure maintenance work meets high workmanship and craftsmanship standards.
Schedule maintenance around production requirements to minimize downtime and support operational goals.
Collaborate with production, TPM teams, and support functions to improve material flow, safety, quality, and operational effectiveness.
Respond to changing business needs, proactively identify issues, and take ownership of solutions.
Apply mechanical troubleshooting skills and knowledge of manufacturing, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to diagnose issues and improve equipment performance.
Communicate effectively across teams, support internal customers, deliver high-quality work, and drive continuous improvement.