Mechanical Maintenance - Level III

Cummins Inc.
Plainfield, NJ

DESCRIPTION

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

Prioritize Safety and Environmental Responsibility

  • Always stop work and report hazards or incidents immediately.
  • Use proper PPE and follow all HSE policies and procedures.
  • Actively participate in HSE training and promote a culture of safety and environmental awareness.

Commit to High-Quality Standards

  • Perform work with precision and craftsmanship, following all documentation and specifications.
  • Conduct quality inspections and provide feedback to improve maintenance and reduce risks.

Ensure Reliable and Efficient Delivery

  • Be proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment.
  • Document all maintenance activities and keep work areas clean and organized.
  • Support production goals by identifying constraints and improving processes.

Foster Team Collaboration and Communication

  • Communicate clearly with your team and support groups.
  • Share knowledge and coach less experienced team members.
  • Engage in TPM initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and workflow.

Invest in Continuous Learning and Improvement

  • Complete required training and pursue personal development.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities and contribute ideas to optimize operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

  • Build Strong Relationships and Communicate Clearly
  • Collaborate effectively across teams to achieve shared goals.
  • Tailor communication styles to different audiences for clarity and impact.
  • Foster customer trust by delivering solutions that meet their needs.
  • Make Smart, Timely Decisions and Drive Results
  • Use sound judgment to make decisions that keep operations moving forward.
  • Stay focused and resilient under pressure to consistently meet objectives.
  • Embrace Learning and Manage Complexity
  • Tackle new challenges with curiosity and adaptability.
  • Break down complex information to solve problems efficiently and accurately.
  • Champion Health and Safety Practices
  • Model proactive safety behaviors and report hazards promptly.
  • Apply safe practices around electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Apply Manufacturing Knowledge for Continuous Improvement
  • Implement process and equipment changes effectively.
  • Contribute to ongoing improvements in quality, safety, and efficiency. Education, Licenses, Certifications: 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: Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Compensation (for United States)

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Maintenance are required to take equipment apart to perform necessary maintenance, and then put equipment back together and return equipment back to service (Build, tear down and maintain equipment) Job Responsibilities: • Complete tasks as required by following industry accepted policies and practices for a general maintenance support team. • Have the knowledge and ability to operate, troubleshoot, order replacement parts for, perform scheduled preventative maintenance on and make needed repairs to all company equipment, machines, and systems. • Have personal knowledge of and demonstrate the ability to use, operate, and maintain multiple types of powered tools and equipment. Be responsible for, and have the ability to maintain and use a company provided set of general maintenance tools. • Be able to work within a team structured environment and still perform solo as needed with minimal direct supervision. • Perform various maintenance responsibilities, with the ability to stop and start multiple tasks when necessary to assure priorities get immediate response. • Exercise judgment and initiative in planning ahead, anticipating problems and completing job assignments. • Maintain an open and honest relationship with team members and management. Support the efforts of the team and ultimately the business. • Manage own time for task completion. Be in work area on time and exemplify good work habits and commitment to all jobs well done. • Utilize appropriate safety equipment, personal protective equipment, and assure all applied safety practices are followed. Be conscious of the entire facility and equipment and demonstrate the ability to not only recognize, but make recommendations for correcting any potential safety hazards. • Good housekeeping practices and habits are expected. This includes the maintenance department and any site throughout the facility that the member works in. The expectation is to leave any area at least as tidy as you found it. • Requires the interpersonal skills to communicate with all levels. This includes all manufacturing and office personnel, including senior management. • Must possess a support services approach and understand the importance of supporting the needs of all customers, whether external or internal. Have an “everyone is my customer” attitude, at all times. • Heavy lifting at times up to forty (40) pounds. • May perform other duties as assigned. Position Description Human Resources HURIL057 Rev B Page 1 of 1 M Schmalz 01/05/23 Qualifications: • Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and PLC controls • Skilled at MIG welding • Machine repair and preventative maintenance • Troubleshooting • Interpret and follow service manuals • Read blue prints and schematics • High School Diploma or GED • Two (2) or more years Production Maintenance experience; Three (3) or more years preferred • One (1) or more years in a manufacturing environment; Three (3) or more years in a heavy duty manufacturing environment preferred. • The Plainfield facility has the right to deem a person qualified for a position if that person has had one or more years of experience in the position or similar position

Job Manufacturing

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2424461

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site No

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 to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Posted 2026-01-30

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