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Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Field Service Diesel Technician

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHobbs, NM, USA$56.8k - $85.2k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of diesel engine or heavy-duty equipment repair experience; field-service experience is preferred.
  • Ability to read and understand service manuals, schematics, and diagnostic information, and use electronic diagnostic tools.
  • Experience working on Cummins or other heavy-duty diesel engines, including electronic engine controls and aftertreatment systems.
  • A current valid driver's license is required.
  • A five-year motor vehicle report free from major violations is required.
  • Passing a Department of Transportation physical is required.
  • Three years of driving experience is required.
  • Compliance with Department of Transportation driving regulations, including Hours of Service and Electronic Logging Device use, is required.
  • Applicants must be at least 21 years old under federal commercial-vehicle law.
  • A commercial driver's license may be required after hire.
  • Apprentice-trained engine technician status is preferred.
  • A vocational diploma from a relevant technical institution is required.
  • A locally valid driving permit is required.
  • Basic-level field-service work experience is required.
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products is required.
  • Customer-service experience is required.
  • Licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and complete less complex engine repairs at customer sites.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel engines and related systems in the field, including electrical, fuel, cooling, air, and aftertreatment systems.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and major and minor repairs in accordance with safety, quality, and manufacturer procedures.
  • Use specialized tools and documented procedures to diagnose and complete repairs, including identifying and preparing required parts and tools.
  • Perform preventative maintenance activities according to documented schedules and standards on engines and related components in the field.
  • Escalate unresolved issues to more experienced field service technicians and/or a supervisor.
  • Complete service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims, quality documents, and other required documentation by handwritten forms or business-system input.
  • Document work performed, parts used, and troubleshooting steps.
  • Identify additional service opportunities with customers.
  • Complete training in line with skill and business requirements.
  • Maintain the service vehicle and tools in clean, properly functioning condition.
  • Follow applicable health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and legislation, and report issues or incidents to site management and the supervisor.
  • Communicate repair findings and updates to customers, service coordinators, and the team.
  • Translate customer complaints into troubleshooting plans; troubleshoot using guided workflows, procedures, specialized mechanical and electronic service tools, and diagnostic software to isolate failed components; validate repairs by duplicating the complaint; and document troubleshooting results in business systems.
  • Identify and use the appropriate hardware and software tools for service events, and interpret their results or recommendations to determine service-resolution steps.
  • Analyze interactions among engine electrical and mechanical systems, including exhaust, heating, cooling, fuel, driveline, aftertreatment, controls, and sensors, using tools, service publications, and measurements to diagnose and repair.
  • Repair and maintain mechanical and electrical products according to guidelines and within standard repair times; disassemble and assemble engines or power generators; inspect and replace parts according to reuse guidelines; and perform progressive damage checks to restore pre-failure condition.
  • Create and verify customer, equipment, and technical information; capture required data using service tools; and document information in the service-management system.
  • Obtain technical issue information, use available resources including data-management tools, escalate issues to a higher level of expertise, and capture troubleshooting steps in the appropriate database for timely resolution and continuity.

Desired Qualifications

  • Field-service environment experience is preferred.
  • Apprentice-trained engine technician status is preferred.

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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