Electrician - Level I

  • Career Path: Manufacturing
  • Organization: Cummins Inc.
  • Role Category: On-site
  • Job Type: Shop
  • ReqID: 2416299

DESCRIPTION

As part of Cummins’ skilled trades training program, the Maintenance Apprentice will support site Electricians in maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment and systems. This role involves hands-on learning in a manufacturing environment, focusing on electrical, automation, and mechanical systems. The apprentice will complete formal coursework and on-the-job training hours, gaining experience in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

  • Stop work and report any major injury hazards immediately.

  • Comply with all HSE standards, policies, and regulations.

  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • Participate in HSE training and promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

Quality & Maintenance:

  • Support equipment uptime and perform downtime failure analysis.

  • Perform supervised maintenance tasks using diagrams, manuals, and testing instruments.

  • Provide feedback for preventive maintenance systems.

  • Conduct quality inspections and follow all process documentation.

Operations & Delivery:

  • Attend required classes and complete on-the-job training hours.

  • Assist in preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance activities.

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.

  • Identify and reduce manufacturing constraints and participate in process improvements.

Teamwork & Communication:

  • Communicate effectively with team members and support teams.

  • Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives.

  • Engage in personal development aligned with business needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Enrollment in or completion of a formal skilled trades training program.

  • This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Competencies:

  • Collaborates: Works effectively with others to meet shared goals.

  • Communicates Effectively: Tailors communication to different audiences.

  • Customer Focus: Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.

  • Nimble Learning: Learns quickly through experimentation and feedback.

  • Self-Development: Seeks growth through formal and informal channels.

  • Values Differences: Embraces diverse perspectives and cultures.

Technical Competencies:

  • Health and Safety Fundamentals

  • Controls Safety (Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic)

  • Electrical System Troubleshooting

  • Factory Automation and Control Systems

  • Machine Programming

  • Manufacturing Knowledge

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills and Experience:

Required:

  • Basic knowledge of PLC & HMI programming (TIA Portal/Simatic Manager).

  • Understanding of data traceability systems using RFID and CMES.

  • Troubleshooting experience with non-runners, ATEQ leak testing systems, servo motors, conveyor systems, robots, and cobots.

  • Familiarity with pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical assemblies.

Preferred:

  • Hands-on experience in precision manufacturing assembly lines with laser welding stations, functional testing stations, robots, and cobots.

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.

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