Technician- Electrical Field Service
7 days ago• Palmerston, Australia
Cummins is hiring an experienced Electrical Technician. Based out of our Darwin branch in NT, you will complete preventative maintenance and/or basic repair activities on generators, engines or components at the customer sites.
- Competitive Hourly Rates Plus Overtime Penalties
- Super Plus Annual Bonus
You will make an impact in the following ways:
- 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
- Train electrical apprentices in and out of the branch.
- Coordinate jobs and responsibilities within the branch and delegate workload.
- Understand relevant electrical certification required in country
- Ensure adherence to all relevant Health Safety & Environmental policies, procedures and legislation
- Complete in workshop repairs as required
- Engages with customer in a courteous and professional manner.
- Ensures prompt and efficient attention to customer needs
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Apprentice Trained Power Generation/ Electrical Technician (or equivalent)
- Diploma/Certificate from relevant technical institution
- Current relevant electrical certification / tickets (Class A)
- Local Valid Drivers License is required
- Remote Area Travel Required
- Basic level knowledge of and/or experience with power generation products
- High Voltage / Low Voltage Experience preferred
- Cummins experience preferred but not essential
Compensation and Benefits :
- Base rate + shift allowance paid hourly + OT
- Overtime penalties for all work above standard Monday - Friday 38-hour work week
- Participation in an annual variable compensation (bonus) program
- Salary continuance insurance
- Cummins Employee Discount program - Includes Discounts with select private health insurance, PC software/hardware and a range of vehicles
- Annual remuneration reviews
- Safety equipment / PPE and uniforms provided and laundered
Job Service
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Technician
ReqID 2429594
Relocation Package Yes
100% On-Site Yes
Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site.
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Client-provided location(s): Palmerston, Australia
Job ID: Cummins-R-35E5AF7A07514EAEBE6843FCC882B159
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-05-12T20:11:44
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- Pension
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion