Electrician - Level I

PowerToFly; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Rocky Mount, NC is seeking an Electrician Apprentice – Level I to join our manufacturing team on-site.

This role focuses on electrical maintenance, machine support, and participation in an apprenticeship program to develop PLC and robotics skills while adhering to safety and quality standards. The position emphasizes teamwork, effective communication, and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; must join apprenticeship program and school
• Willingness to pursue PLC logic and robotics training
• Mechanical/electrical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot
• On-site work at Cummins Rocky Mount facility and comply with safety standards

Responsibilities

• Ensure Equipment Availability by performing electrical maintenance and machine support to minimize downtime.
• Promote Safety by adhering to HSE standards for a safe work environment.
• Maintain High Quality Standards with attention to workmanship and procedures.
• Support Preventive Maintenance through feedback and routine PMs.
• Troubleshoot Electrical Systems to keep systems operating reliably.
• Implement Factory Automation using available technology and programming techniques.
• Program Machines to improve usage and efficiency.
• Operate in a multi-craft capacity for electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshoot Electrical Systems

PLC logic

Robotics

Teamwork

Communication

Safety

Continuous learning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a talented Electrician Apprentice – Level I to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Rocky Mount, NC.

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

• Ensure Equipment Availability : By performing electrical maintenance and machine support tasks, you'll keep equipment operational and minimize downtime.
• Promote Safety : You'll adhere to and promote Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
• Maintain High Quality Standards : Your attention to detail and adherence to quality procedures will help maintain high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship.
• Support Preventive Maintenance : By providing feedback and performing preventive maintenance, you'll help prevent equipment failures and extend the lifespan of machinery.
• Efficient Problem Solving : You'll identify and reduce manufacturing constraints, solve problems, and improve processes to enhance overall efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement : Your participation in continuous improvement activities will contribute to ongoing enhancements in quality, safety, and productivity.
• Effective Communication : By communicating effectively with your team and support teams, you'll ensure smooth operations and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Personal Development : Engaging in training and personal development will not only enhance your skills but also support the business's goals and objectives.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Collaborate Effectively : Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared objectives. This will enhance teamwork and ensure smooth operations.
• Communicate Clearly : Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Effective communication is key to ensuring everyone is on the same page.
• Focus on Customers : Build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions. Understanding and meeting customer needs will drive satisfaction and loyalty.
• Make Quality Decisions : Make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Your ability to make sound decisions will be crucial in maintaining efficiency and productivity.
• Drive Results : Consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances. Your determination and focus will help you overcome challenges and meet business goals.
• Learn Nimbly : Actively learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning opportunities. This will help you adapt and grow in your role.
• Champion Health and Safety : Model proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting, and participating in actions to improve health and safety. This will contribute to an injury‑free workplace and promote a culture of safety.
• Recognize Controls Safety : Identify and incorporate safe practices and procedures related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic hazards in a manufacturing environment. This will reduce injuries and create a safe machine environment.
• Troubleshoot Electrical Systems : Analyze and resolve electrical issues to return systems to proper operating conditions. Your troubleshooting skills will ensure equipment reliability.
• Implement Factory Automation : Use available technology and programming techniques to automate manufacturing processes. This will optimize operations and improve efficiency.
• Program Machines : Design and implement solutions to improve machine usage and overall operation. Your programming skills will enhance productivity.
• Apply Manufacturing Knowledge : Implement changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute to continuous improvement. Your expertise will drive innovation and efficiency.
• Value Differences : Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. Embracing diversity will foster a more inclusive and dynamic workplace.

Education:

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

• Minimal or no work experiencerequired.

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

• Looking for maintenance technicians that understands maintenance is not just a job, but realize it is a career that requires continuous learning and growth.
• Education and formal training beyond high school diploma is not required but there is a requirement that the applicant must join our apprenticeship program and go to school.
• Electrical technician will be responsible for PMs, maintaining and repairing equipment that range from the latest in technology to legacy equipment with some project and new installation activities
• Become competent and proficient in PLC logic and robotics if skillset has not already been acquired
• Operate within a team-based work environment that provides ample support for training, skill sharing and acquisition for your development
• Operates in a multi-craft capacity, performs electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
• Must have mechanical/electrical aptitude
• Support the maintenance organization with PMs and maintenance activities Experience in a manufacturing industry a plus

Compensation:

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2437151

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site Yes

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

Cummins 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 http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.