Diesel Technician

Cummins; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 62,480 - 93,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Medical/Dental/Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

A leading engine service company is looking for a Diesel Technician/Mechanic in Downey, CA. You will complete diagnostics and repairs on engine products, perform maintenance utilizing diagnostic tools, and maintain records of serviced vehicles. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of heavy line engine experience and a vocational diploma. The role offers competitive compensation, with a base salary ranging from $62,480 to $93,720 annually, plus additional benefits like a 401(k) plan and health insurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy line engine experience including overhauls.
• Knowledge of Cummins Diesel/Nat Gas engines and repair practices.
• Intermediate level engine product knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs on engine products in a service shop.
• Perform maintenance utilizing diagnostic tools.
• Maintain detailed records of serviced vehicles.

Skills

Complex internal engine repairs

Understanding of aftertreatment systems

Engine diagnostic software experience

Communication of troubleshooting steps

Education

Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution

Apprentice Trained Engine Technician (Preferred)

Tools

Insite

QSOL

MS Office

Teams

Job description

Completes diagnostics, repairs and rebuilds on engine products in a service workshop under limited supervision.

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

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

External Qualifications and Competencies

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

• Completes complex internal engine repairs
• Detailed understanding of the aftertreatment system and components
• Proficient experience with engine diagnostic software
  

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

5 yrs "heavy line" engine experience, including overhauls
Knowledge of Cummins Diesel/Nat 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

DOT
-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:
Intermediate level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products

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.

About Us

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2424674
• Job Category Service
• Posting Date 02/06/2026, 05:52 PM
• Apply Before 05/17/2026, 05:52 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Role Category On-site with Flexibility
• Locations 9520 Steward and Gray Road, Downey, CA, 90241, US
• Affiliated to Bargaining Unit/Trade Union Yes
• Pay Range 62,480.00 - 93,720.00 USD ANNUAL
• Allowable Work Locations AK,AL,AR,AZ,CA,CO,CT,DC,DE,FL,GA,HI,IA,ID,IL,IN,KS,KY,LA,MA,MD,ME,MI,MN,MO,MS,MT,NC,ND,NE,NH,NJ,NM,NV,NY,OH,OK,OR,PA,RI,SC,SD,TN,TX,UT,VA,VT,WA,WV,WI,WY
• Does the role require work to be done 100% onsite due to its operational nature? Yes