Electrical Technician - Maintenance & Automation (3rd Shift)

Cummins Inc; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Premium $1.00/hr

5% Variable Compensation Bonus

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Fletcher, NC is seeking an experienced Electronic Technician IV - Maintenance for 3rd shift to keep automated electrical systems reliable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and improve PLC/SCADA-driven equipment, instrumentation, and controls, while updating documentation and supporting safety standards. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, automation support, and teamwork within TPM initiatives to boost production efficiency and

Qualifications

• Trade Test as Electrician or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing/heavy industrial environment.
• Strong PLC and SCADA proficiency with Allen Bradley systems and Siemens.
• Solid knowledge of industrial instrumentation.
• Experience with variable speed drives, including Allen Bradley.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing within a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems across the plant.
• Diagnose and repair PLC, SCADA, drive and control system faults.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Update technical documentation, including P&IDs and drawings.
• Support production by improving process reliability.
• Identify safety risks and report them promptly.
• Ensure OHSA compliance and maintain housekeeping.
• Participate in overtime and after-hours support.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC/SCADA proficiency

Instrumentation knowledge

Variable speed drives

Industrial networking

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Independent work

Education

AAS Engineering Technology/Robotics/Automation & Controls

Bachelor’s degree (preferred differential)

Tools

Rockwell/AB Studio 5000

RSLogix

Powerflex

ControlLogix

Siemens STEP 7/TIA Portal

Industrial Ethernet/Protocols

Job description

Cummins Inc. in Fletcher, NC is seeking an experienced Electronic Technician IV - Maintenance for 3rd shift to keep automated electrical systems reliable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and improve PLC/SCADA-driven equipment, instrumentation, and controls, while updating documentation and supporting safety standards. The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, automation support, and teamwork within TPM initiatives to boost production efficiency and