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Service Technician jobs at Cummins span its engine, power generation, and filtration divisions, requiring hands-on diagnostic and repair expertise. The company has a structured approach to work visa sponsorship for technical roles, supporting candidates through the petition process with dedicated HR and legal teams.
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INTRODUCTION
We are looking for a talented Field Service Power Generation Technician to join our team specializing in Power Generation in Houston, TX.
$5,000 Sign on Bonus! for external candidates
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Completing preventative maintenance and/or basic repair activities on generators or components at the customer site with minimal direction.
- Engaging with customers in a courteous and professional manner.
- Applying the use of specialized tools and following documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete basic repairs, including preparing required parts and tools.
- Completing required documentation, such as service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Completing training in line with skill and business requirements.
- Adhere to all our relevant Health, Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and reports any issues / incidents to their supervisor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engages with customer in a courteous and professional manner. Ensures prompt and efficient attention to customer needs.
- Applies the use of specialized tools and follows documented procedures and policies to diagnose and complete basic repairs, including preparing required parts and tools.
- Escalates unresolved issues to more experienced Field Service Technicians and/or Supervisor.
- Performs preventative maintenance activities as per documented schedules and standards on power generation products in the field.
- Completes required documentation, such as service worksheets, timesheets, warranty claims via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Completes training in line with skill and business requirements.
- Maintains service vehicle and tools for cleanliness and proper operation.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant Health Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation.
COMPETENCIES
- Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Plans and aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Self-development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
- Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
- Diagnostics Application - Translates customer complaints to develop troubleshooting plan; troubleshoots issue following guided work flows, procedures, specialized equipment such as mechanical and electronic service tools, and diagnoses computer software to isolate failed components to enable a successful repair; validates repair by duplicating complaint to ensure it has been resolved; documents results of troubleshooting in business systems to communicate what has been done for payment and historical tracking.
- Electronic Service Tool Application - Identifies the suite of available hardware and software tools required for a service event; utilizes the appropriate electronic tool set to maintain the product or diagnose and troubleshoot an issue; interprets electronic tool results or recommendations to determine next steps for service resolution.
- Power Generation Systems Knowledge - Demonstrates knowledge of Cummins and industry standards by complying with all safe work procedures including Personal Protective Equipment to create a safe work environment; interprets and analyzes Power Generation system operation and integration (switch gear, power system controls, uninterruptable power supply, etc.) by applying tools, service publications (Cummins, Original Equipment Manufacturer) and taking measurements to efficiently and correctly diagnose and repair.
- Product Repair and Maintenance - Repairs and maintains mechanical/electrical products following guidelines, using required tools within standard repair time to ensure a quality repair; disassembles and assembles engines or power generators following guidelines, using required tools to ensure a clean and organized environment; inspects and replaces parts and components following re-use guidelines to minimize customers cost of ownership; performs progressive damage check following guidelines to restore to pre-failure condition.
- Service Documentation - Creates and verifies customer, equipment and technical information; captures specific data using required service tools; follows procedures and documents required information in the service management system in order to have an accurate record of the work done.
- Technical Escalation - Obtains product technical issue information and utilizes available resources including data management tools; elevates issues to a higher level of expertise, balancing timeliness of customer response with investigation efforts; captures all troubleshooting steps in the appropriate database in order to ensure seamless transitions and accurate response to ticket resolution in a timely manner.
- Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Apprentice Trained Power Generation/ Electrical Technician (Preferred)
- Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution
- Current relevant electrical certification
- Locally valid driving permit
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience
- Minimal level of workshop related experience required.
- Basic level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products.
- High Voltage/ Low Voltage experience.
The job follows DOT Regulations.
- A current valid license is required for this role.
- This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations.
- This role requires applicant to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
- 3 years driving experience.
- This role is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) driving regulations including Hours of Service and Electronic Log Booking Device use.
- Federal law requires operators of commercial vehicles to be 21 years of age or older, applicant must be 21 years of age.
JOB Service
ORGANIZATION Cummins Inc.
ROLE CATEGORY On-site with Flexibility
JOB TYPE Technician
REQID 2432569
RELOCATION PACKAGE Yes
100% ON-SITE No
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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.
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Certify Your Diesel or Electrical Credentials First
Cummins prioritizes candidates with documented technical certifications, such as ASE or OEM-specific training. Having these credentials verified and ready before you apply strengthens your case for both the role and the H-1B specialty occupation determination.
Target Cummins Facilities Near Distribution Hubs
Cummins concentrates Service Technician openings around its manufacturing and distribution centers in Indiana, North Carolina, and the Midwest. Focusing your search on these regions increases your chances of finding roles where sponsorship pipelines are already established.
Clarify Sponsorship Scope During the Offer Stage
Before signing an offer, confirm whether Cummins will cover premium processing and attorney fees. Some manufacturing employers cover legal costs but not expedite fees, which affects your start date if cap-subject H-1B timing is tight.
Align Your Resume to DOL Prevailing Wage Descriptions
Cummins files Labor Condition Applications with the DOL that define the role's wage level. Matching your resume language to the skill requirements for Level II or III technician classifications reduces the risk of a specialty occupation challenge at USCIS.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Open Roles by Visa Type
Not every Cummins Service Technician posting is open to sponsored candidates. Use Migrate Mate to filter current openings by the visa categories Cummins actively supports, so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already in scope.
Plan Around H-1B Cap Timing If You're on OPT
If you're working at Cummins on F-1 OPT, your employer must submit your H-1B registration in March for an October 1 start. Confirm with HR at least six months out whether they intend to file, so you're not caught in a gap between OPT expiration and H-1B approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cummins sponsor H-1B visas for Service Technicians?
Yes, Cummins sponsors H-1B visas for Service Technician roles where the position meets the specialty occupation standard under USCIS criteria. Because these roles require specialized technical knowledge of engine systems, power generation, or emissions controls, they typically qualify. Sponsorship decisions are made at the business unit level, so confirm eligibility directly with the recruiter for the specific facility you're applying to.
How do I apply for Service Technician jobs at Cummins?
Apply directly through Cummins' careers portal, or use Migrate Mate to browse current Service Technician openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility. When you apply, tailor your resume to the specific product line listed in the posting, such as engine diagnostics, power generation, or filtration systems, since Cummins hires across distinct technical divisions with different skill requirements.
Which visa types does Cummins commonly use for Service Technician roles?
Cummins sponsors H-1B visas for qualified Service Technicians and supports F-1 OPT and CPT for students in engineering or technical programs completing practical training. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible occupations. For longer-term pathways, Cummins has filed PERM-based Green Card petitions through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories for technician roles requiring specialized skills.
What qualifications does Cummins expect for sponsored Service Technician positions?
Cummins generally looks for candidates with an associate's or bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or diesel technology, or equivalent OEM-recognized certifications. Hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty engines or generator sets strengthens your application. For sponsored roles, your educational credentials must align with the specialty occupation requirement USCIS applies to H-1B petitions, so documentation of your degree equivalency matters if you studied outside the United States.
How do I estimate the timeline from job offer to starting work on a sponsored visa?
For H-1B cap-subject petitions, the timeline runs from April registration through an October 1 start date at the earliest, roughly six months. If you're already in the U.S. on F-1 OPT, you may be eligible to continue working under the cap-gap rule while your petition is pending. For TN visas, Canadian nationals can receive approval at the border in a single day, making that pathway significantly faster for eligible roles.