Maintenance Technician - Level III - Abradable - 2nd shift

Cummins Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Level III – Abradable, 2nd Shift in Ladson, SC. You will champion safety, drive equipment reliability, and support TPM initiatives to minimize downtime and maximize quality.

The role involves collaboration across teams and hands-on maintenance of complex automated systems. Ideal candidates possess strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, experience with automation like Fanuc robots and Robodrill CNC, and familiarity with maintenance software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; required for the role.
• This position may require licensing for export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Experience or knowledge gained through education, training or on-the-job is expected.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety and report hazards; follow HSE standards.
• Drive equipment reliability, preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and adherence to specs.
• Support TPM initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to keep production running smoothly.
• Share knowledge and mentor less experienced teammates.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Fanuc robots

Robodrill CNC

Siemens controls

Maintenance software

Safety systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Siemens controls

Fanuc robots

Robodrill CNC

Job description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Maintenance Technician - Level III – Abradable - 2nd Shift to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Ladson, SC

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

• Champion a culture of safety : Proactively identify and report hazards, follow HSE standards, use proper PPE, and help create an environment where safety is everyone's responsibility.

• Drive equipment reliability and uptime : Support preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities that reduce downtime and improve operational performance.

• Deliver high-quality workmanship : Apply strong technical skills, follow specifications and procedures, and perform thorough inspections to ensure work is completed to the highest standards.

• Improve maintenance effectiveness : Provide valuable feedback to the Preventive Maintenance system and contribute to failure analysis efforts that prevent recurring issues.

• Support production goals : Execute maintenance activities efficiently, maintain equipment readiness, and perform required tasks that keep operations running smoothly.

• Develop team capability : Share knowledge, coach less experienced team members, and serve as a trusted resource to strengthen overall team performance.

• Drive continuous improvement : Partner with peers and support teams to identify manufacturing constraints, solve problems, and implement process improvements that enhance productivity and quality.

• Strengthen collaboration and TPM initiatives : Communicate effectively across teams, participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities, and contribute to improvements in safety, quality, material flow, and employee development.

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

• Build strong partnerships and collaboration : Work effectively across teams to achieve shared objectives, solve challenges, and drive operational success.

• Communicate with impact : Deliver clear, audience-focused communication that supports alignment, informed decision-making, and strong working relationships.

• Drive customer-focused results : Balance business priorities with customer needs, ensuring solutions support quality, reliability, and satisfaction.

• Make sound decisions in complex environments : Analyze diverse information, assess risks, and take timely action to keep operations moving forward.

• Champion safety and continuous improvement : Model proactive health and safety behaviors, apply hazard controls, and support initiatives that create a safer workplace.

• Deliver accountability and growth : Take ownership of commitments, leverage feedback to strengthen performance, continuously expand manufacturing knowledge, and embrace diverse perspectives to drive innovation and team success.

Education/Experience

• 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.

• Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

High mechanical and Electrical aptitude

Must be able to work alone with little supervision

Understanding of industrial washing a plus

Understanding of Fanuc Robots and Robodrill CNC is a plus

Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management software also a plus

Basic understanding of electrical principles and troubleshooting methods

• Proficient in Siemens controls is a big + (Fully automated robot cell

• 4 robot systems

• Safety systems

• Electrical more than mechanical a plus, but need to have mechanical abilities

• Compressor cover – spraying the cover, machining it after spraying and sending out as a new part – part of maintaining all equipment-spray booth, 2 mills, washer, lasers – this person would be the site-specific expert on the maintenance side of things.

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2433418

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No

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