Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Diesel Technician

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAlbuquerque, NM, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A current valid license is required.
Must be at least 18 years old with 2 years of driving experience.
Must have a 5-year motor vehicle report free from major violations.
Must satisfy Federal Transit Administration random and pre-employment drug-testing requirements and ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
Vocational diploma from a relevant technical institution.
Advanced-level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products.
Ability to complete complex internal engine repairs and perform complex unassisted engine overhauls.
Ability to troubleshoot with limited or no support from diagnostic tools.
Detailed understanding of aftertreatment systems and components.

Responsibilities

Complete repairs on engine products in a service shop.
Perform maintenance and repairs using diagnostic tools.
Maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles.
Follow Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies.
Complete ongoing development and certifications on new and existing Cummins products.
Maintain own tools.
Inspect, adjust, and repair brake systems, including calipers, pads/shoes, rotors/drums, and air brake components.
Inspect and repair suspension components, including springs, shocks, bushings, and torque rods.
Diagnose and repair steering components, including tie rods, drag links, steering boxes, and related hardware.
Repair and inspect wheel hubs, bearings, seals, wheels, and lugs.
Diagnose and repair axles, U-joints, driveshafts, and related driveline components.
Diagnose wiring, lighting, sensors, anti-lock braking systems, 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.
Mentor junior technicians by providing technical support and documentation.

Desired Qualifications

A commercial driver's license may be required to obtain upon hire.
Apprentice-trained engine technician.
Locally valid driving permit.
Experience providing technical advice and coaching to more junior technicians.

Job Summary:

Completes troubleshooting, repairs and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop independently while coaching and developing less experienced technicians

We are looking for a talented Diesel Technician/Mechanic to join our Distribution business in (Albuquerque, NM).

We offer sign-on bonus, relocation, competitive pay and benefits!

Will make an impact in the following ways:

Complete repairs on engine products in a service shop
Perform maintenance/repairs utilizing diagnostic tools
Maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles
Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies
Ongoing development/certifications on new and existing Cummins products
Maintain own tools

Brake Systems: Brake inspections, adjustments, repairs, caliper replacement, pads/shoes, rotors/drums, and air brake components.
Suspension: Inspect and repair springs, shocks, bushings, torque rods, and suspension components.
Steering: Diagnose and repair steering components, tie rods, drag links, steering boxes, and related hardware.
Wheel Ends: Hub, bearing, seal, wheel, and lug-related repairs and inspections.
Axles & Driveline: Diagnose and repair axle components, U-joints, driveshafts, and related driveline components.
Chassis Electrical: Diagnose wiring, lighting, sensors, ABS, and other chassis electrical systems.
Frame & Structural: Inspect and repair chassis/frame components and mounting hardware.
Preventive Maintenance: Perform chassis inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and required maintenance.
Diagnostics: Troubleshoot chassis-related faults and determine necessary repairs and parts.
Documentation: Complete accurate repair documentation, parts identification, and safety inspections.

Nice to Have:

- A CDL may be required to obtain upon hire

- Federal law requires a CDL holder to be 21 years of age or older

Must Have:

- A current valid license is required for this role

- Must be 18 years old with 2 years driving experience

- This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations

- This position is subject to Federal Transit Administration random and pre-employment drug testing requirements. This roll will be subject to on-going random drug and alcohol testing.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:
Apprentice Trained Engine Technician (Preferred)
Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution
Locally valid driving permit (Preferred)
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:
Advanced level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products
Experience providing technical advice and coaching to more junior technicians (preferred)

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

In order to be successful in this role you will need the following:

Completes complex internal engine repairs
Performs complex unassisted engine overhauls
Ability to troubleshoot with limited/no support from diagnostic tools
Detailed understanding of the aftertreatment system and components
Mentor junior technicians including technical support and documentation

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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