Diesel Technician

PowerToFly; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Cash Balance Pension Plan

Medical/Dental/Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Domestic Partners Coverage

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is looking for a talented Diesel Technician / Mechanic to join their Distribution business. This role involves performing complex repairs and maintenance on engine products, mentoring junior technicians, and adhering to safety policies. Candidates should have a vocational diploma and advanced knowledge of engine products. The position is full-time and requires work to be completed on-site in Hodgkins, IL, with a $5000 sign-on bonus and relocation package available as the branch moves to Pontoon Beach, IL.

Qualifications

• Reliable and a self‑starter with a positive attitude that contributes to the team.
• Advanced level knowledge of engine products.
• Experience providing technical advice and coaching to junior technicians.

Responsibilities

• Complete repairs on engine products in a service shop.
• Perform maintenance/repairs utilizing diagnostic tools.
• Ongoing development/certifications on Cummins products.

Skills

Troubleshooting Cummins electrical and aftertreatment using Cummins Insite

Performing complex unassisted engine overhauls

Mentoring junior technicians

Customer focus mentality

Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles

Adhering to DOT requirements

Education

Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution

Apprentice Trained Engine Technician

Job description

We are offering a $5000.00 Sign on Bonus for a talented Diesel Technician / Mechanic to join our Distribution business in Hodgkins, IL.

Relocation

Please note as of June 22, 2026 the branch will be relocating to 1540 Chain of Rocks Rd, Village of Pontoon Beach, IL 62025. Relocation Package: Yes.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Performs complex unassisted engine overhauls.
• Ability to troubleshoot with limited/no support from diagnostic tools.
• Mentor junior technicians including technical support and documentation.
• Proficient knowledge in troubleshooting Cummins electrical and aftertreatment using Cummins Insite.
• Proficient work experience in replacing internal components (head, pistons, liners, etc.).
• Embrace the Cummins values and use them daily.
• Reliable and a self‑starter with a positive attitude that contributes to the team.
• Customer focus mentality.
• Follow and maintain the DOT requirements needed for this position if a CDL is held.
• Union shop.

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.

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).

Working Conditions

Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On‑site.

EEO and E‑Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates the right to work using E‑Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization. Visit EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.