Diesel Technician
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job Summary
Completes diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop under limited supervision.
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a talented Diesel Technician/Mechanic to join our Distribution business in Downey, CA.
Schedule:
8:30 am – 5 pm.
- 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
- Complete complex internal engine repairs
- Perform engine overhauls unassisted
- Detailed understanding of the aftertreatment system and components
- Proficient experience with engine diagnostic software
- 5 years "heavy line" engine experience, including overhauls
- Knowledge of Cummins Diesel/Natural Gas engines and associated repair practices
- Knowledge of Cummins warranty policies and procedures
- Computer literate (Insite, QSOL, MS Office, Teams)
- Ability to communicate details of troubleshooting steps and repair results
- This position is subject to Federal Transit Administration random and pre‑employment drug testing requirements. This role will be subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol testing.
- 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.
- Intermediate level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products
Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include 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.
Job Information- Job:
Service - Organization:
Cummins Inc. - Role Category:
On-site with Flexibility - Job Type: Technician
- Min Salary: $46.25
- Max Salary: $46.25
- ReqID: 2424674
- Relocation Package:
Yes - 100% On-Site:
Yes - Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/on‑site.
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