Field Service Diesel Technician
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Diesel Technician/Mechanic
Technical specialist and primary customer support contact to diagnose and execute complex repairs to engine products at the customer's site.
We are looking for a talented Diesel Technician/Mechanic to join our Distribution business in Elko, NV.
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
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
Additional responsibilities unique to this position include:
- Occasional assignments working underground to support mining business
- Active daily participation in safety processes
- Thorough documentation of repairs including recording unit information and detailed repair/troubleshooting steps as necessary
- Working nonstandard shifts occasionally in support of business needs (nights/weekends)
- Show up on time at the shop or assigned work location
- Timely submission of service documentation
- Working rotating shift schedules in support of mining customer
- Frequent communication with customers and supervisors when working remotely
- Independent management/reconciliation of company issues credit cards
- Proactive scheduling of PTO/time off
- Flexibility in short notice scheduling changes including out-of-town assignments
- Attention to clean work habits at the end of shift and throughout the shift
- Complying with federal DOT laws while operating company vehicles - including ELD devices
- Professionally communicating/representing Cummins to the customer
- Complying with management directives as needed in support of business operations
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.
Apprentice Trained Engine Technician (Preferred) Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution Locally valid driving permit This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
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.
Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.
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