In-shop diesel technician

We are looking for a talented In-shop Service Technician to join our Distribution business in Dartmouth NS.

This position is in an union environment. This position will be on a rotational work schedule.

In order to be successful in this role you will need the following:

Education, Licenses, Certifications

• Truck and transport Red Seal certification required
• Vocational diploma from relevant technical institution
• Locally valid driving permit (Preferred)
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations

Experience

• Intermediate level of work shop experience required
• Advanced level knowledge of and/or experience with engine products

(Advanced):

• Ability to troubleshoot with limited/no support from diagnostic tools
• Larger more complicated engine rebuilds
• Mentor junior technicians including technical support and documentation

Qualifications

• A copy of your red seal certification or trade's diploma is required for this position.

• A copy of a 5 years driver's abstract is required for this position.

• A valid local driver's license is required for this position.

Responsibilities

About the role:

• This position is in a union environment.
• You will be working on On and OFF highway Engines (from 6.7 liters to 15 liters) on the following :
• Tandem tractors
• Firetrucks
• Transit buses
• Crane units
• Refuse units
• RV's etc.

Working hours are on a rotational shift : Days: 8:00am to 5:00 pm--Nights: 3:00pm to Midnight

Pay is 45.03$ hourly

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

• Applies documented procedures and policies to perform diagnostics and complex repairs
• Performs preventative maintenance based on assessment of engine
• Completes required documentation, such as work completed documents, time sheets, warranty claims and quality forms, via handwritten or business system input screens
• Completes training in line with skill and business requirements
• Coaches and develops technicians and/or apprentices and transfers knowledge and experience to others; may provide work direction; may review repair plans, parts lists, etc
• Maintains work area and tools for cleanliness and proper operation
• Adheres to and ensures adherence of more junior technicians to all relevant Health, Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation and reports any issues / incidents to their supervisor

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our Company Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

At Cummins, we are committed to the principles of diversity and employment equity under the Employment Equity Act, and we strive to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse nature of Canadian society.

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.

The successful candidate will be subject to our Pre-Employment Background Screening process that consists of a Criminal Background Check.

Job Service

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Technician

Min Salary $45.03

Max Salary $45.03

ReqID 2415338

Relocation Package Yes

Client-provided location(s): Dartmouth, Canada

Job ID: Cummins-R-4E274C8B119E4FFE8D5A6FF746291CFA

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-05-23T12:05:37