Field Service Power Generation Technician

Cummins
Manassas, VA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have hands-on experience with power generation products and electrical systems.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on electrical and generator repair experience and a focus on customer interaction
    — “Engaging with customers in a courteous and professional manner”
  • Individuals who are open to on-call rotations and potential weekend work
    — “Monday through Friday, on call rotation and potential weekend work”
  • Technicians who have completed vocational training in electrical or power generation fields
    — “Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution”

Things to consider

  • This role may require obtaining a CDL, which has age and driving experience prerequisites
    — “A CDL may be required to obtain upon hire”
  • A clean driving record is essential due to the need for a 5-year motor vehicle report
    — “This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with both high and low voltage systems in your resume and interviews
    — “High Voltage / Low Voltage experience”
  • Emphasize your ability to perform electrical repairs with minimal supervision
    — “Capable of electrical repair and maintenance with minimal supervision”
  • Showcase your commitment to maintaining detailed service records
    — “Maintain detailed records of service”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • successful repair activities on generators
  • customer satisfaction
  • adherence to safety policies
Typical background
apprentice trained power generation/electrical technicianvocational diploma in relevant technical field

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical RepairElectrical RepairDiagnostic ToolsGenerator RepairHv/lv ExperienceDiesel Engine Experience

Preferred

CDLDriving Experience

Stack & domain

Mechanical Repair And MaintenanceElectrical Repair And MaintenanceDiagnostic ToolsPower Generation ProductsHigh Voltage/low Voltage ExperienceDiesel Engine ExperienceCustomer ServiceCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingCurrent Relevant Electrical CertificationMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPower Generation

About the role

Original posting from Cummins

We are looking for a talented Field Service Power Generation Technician / Mechanic to join our Distribution Business in Manassas, VA.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

Completing repair activities on generators or components 

Engaging with customers in a courteous and professional manner

Perform maintenance/repairs utilizing diagnostic tools

Maintain detailed records of service

Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies

Ongoing development/certifications on new and existing Cummins products

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

Broad mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance abilities.

High Voltage / Low Voltage experience.

Capable of electrical repair and maintenance with minimal supervision – hands on exposure to working on power generation products.

Primarily engaged in preventative maintenance or basic repairs/diagnostics on generators.

Basic Diesel Engine experience.

Requires direct supervision and review of workmanship quality.

Education, Licenses, Certifications: 

Apprentice Trained Power Generation/ Electrical Technician (Preferred)

Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution 

Current relevant electrical certification 

Locally valid driving permit

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations. 

Experience: 

Minimal level of workshop related experience required.

Basic level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products 

High Voltage/ Low Voltage experience

Monday through Friday, on call rotation and potential weekend work.

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- 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

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.

Source: Cummins careers

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