
Electrical Maintenance Technician I - 3rd Shift
Cummins · York, SC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 14 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cummins (industrial) in York, SC. As part of a formal skilled trades training program, assists site Electrician skilled trades to learn and develop electrical skills in a manufacturing environment under direct guidance.
- Tools it names
- TPM, Root cause, Automation
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 59 live postings that list pay, out of 2258 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 70 other live reliability postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 46%
- PLC 39%
- Welding 30%
- EHS / safety 28%
- ✓ Root cause 21%
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This plant: Cummins in York
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Job Summary
As part of a formal skilled trades training program, assists site Electrician skilled trades to learn and develop electrical skills in a manufacturing environment under direct guidance. Apprentice will be required to successfully complete and document specified classes and a minimum quantity of on the job training hours. Learns and understands the protocols of working safely with electricity and other energy sources with industrial equipment.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways
- ◆Promote a strong safety culture by following HSE policies, using proper PPE, reporting hazards and incidents promptly, and encouraging teammates to work safely and look out for one another.
- ◆Support reliable equipment performance by assisting with preventive, predictive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities that maximize equipment uptime and reduce operational disruptions.
- ◆Contribute to product quality excellence by performing inspections, following process documentation, adhering to quality standards, and identifying issues before they impact production or customer satisfaction.
- ◆Develop and apply electrical maintenance skills through required classroom training and hands-on experience, steadily building the competencies necessary to qualify as an Electrician.
- ◆Improve manufacturing efficiency by identifying production constraints, troubleshooting equipment issues, and supporting process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- ◆Strengthen continuous improvement efforts by actively participating in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives and providing valuable feedback to the Preventive Maintenance system.
- ◆Reduce operational costs and quality risks by raising concerns early, supporting failure analysis investigations, and helping implement corrective actions that prevent recurring problems.
- ◆Drive teamwork and operational success through effective communication with production, maintenance, and support teams while maintaining a clean, organized, and productive work environment.
To be successful in this role you will need the following
- ◆Build strong partnerships and collaborate effectively with maintenance, production, engineering, and support teams to achieve safety, quality, and operational goals.
- ◆Communicate clearly and professionally by sharing technical information, reporting issues promptly, documenting work accurately, and adapting your communication style to different audiences.
- ◆Maintain a customer-focused mindset by understanding how equipment reliability, product quality, and timely repairs impact internal and external customers.
- ◆Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability by embracing new technologies, troubleshooting challenges, and using both successes and setbacks as opportunities to improve.
- ◆Invest in your professional growth through technical training, certifications, hands-on experience, and feedback from mentors and experienced team members.
- ◆Champion health and safety excellence by proactively identifying hazards, following safety procedures, recognizing electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic risks, and promoting an injury-free workplace.
- ◆Develop strong technical expertise in electrical troubleshooting, machine programming, factory automation, and manufacturing systems to improve equipment performance, reliability, and process efficiency.
- ◆Value diverse perspectives and support continuous improvement by respecting different viewpoints, contributing innovative ideas, and helping implement process and equipment improvements that drive operational success.
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
- ✓Minimal or no work experience required.
- ✓Learn & Then Use eMaint System for all work orders
- ✓Continue learning on troubleshooting & Root cause analysis
- ✓Assist Team members as per need
Base Rate: $24.40 - $31.54/hr
Shift Premium: $1.00/hr
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We are looking for a talented Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in York, SC .
