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Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Field Service Diesel Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLake Charles, LA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A current valid driver's license is required.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have 2 years of driving experience.
  • A 5-year motor vehicle report free from major violations is required.
  • The position is 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.
  • Locally valid driving permit.
  • The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
  • Basic-level field service work experience.
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products.
  • Customer service experience.
  • Availability to support internal and external customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Responsibilities

  • Complete repairs and rebuilds on engine products in the field.
  • Engage customers courteously and professionally, anticipate their needs, and ensure prompt and efficient attention.
  • Use specialized tools and documented procedures to diagnose and complete less complex repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on engines and related components in the field according to documented schedules and standards.
  • Apply documented procedures and policies to complete repairs and schedule maintenance.
  • Escalate unresolved issues to more experienced Field Service Technicians or a Supervisor.
  • Complete service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims, quality documents, and other required documentation by handwritten forms or business-system input screens.
  • Identify additional service opportunities with customers.
  • Complete training in line with skill and business requirements.
  • Maintain the service vehicle and tools for cleanliness and proper operation.
  • Follow relevant health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and legislation; report issues and incidents to site management and the supervisor.
  • Translate customer complaints into troubleshooting plans; follow guided workflows, procedures, and specialized equipment to diagnose issues and isolate failed components; validate repairs by reproducing the complaint; and document troubleshooting results in business systems.
  • Identify and use the appropriate electronic hardware and software tools to maintain products or diagnose and troubleshoot issues, and interpret tool results to determine service next steps.
  • Analyze interactions among engine electrical and mechanical systems, including exhaust, heating, cooling, fuel systems, driveline, aftertreatment, controls, and sensors, using tools, service publications, and measurements to diagnose and repair.
  • Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical products using required tools and guidelines; disassemble and assemble engines or power generators; inspect and replace parts following reuse guidelines; and perform progressive damage checks to restore products to pre-failure condition.
  • Create and verify customer, equipment, and technical information; capture required data using service tools; and follow procedures to maintain accurate service records.
  • Obtain technical issue information, use available resources including data management tools, escalate issues appropriately, and record troubleshooting steps to support effective transitions and timely ticket resolution.

Desired Qualifications

  • Apprentice-trained engine technician.

About the Company

Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Cummins designs and manufactures engines, power generation systems, and related components for commercial vehicles, industrial machinery, and stationary power. Vehicle and equipment makers install its diesel and natural gas engines, while businesses use its generator sets for backup and continuous electricity. Its components include turbochargers, emissions controls, transmissions, axles, and brakes, and its Accelera business builds batteries and electric powertrain systems. Cummins earns revenue from equipment and component sales, replacement parts, and maintenance through company-owned and independent distributors and dealers. Cummins was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Columbus, Indiana.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Columbus, IN
Founded
1919

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