Utility Person / Facilities Technician
Cummins · Pontoon Beach, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 21+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Cummins (industrial) in Pontoon Beach, IL. To be successful in this role you will need the following.
- They ask for
- 21+ years
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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 115 other live reliability postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (21+ vs 5+)
Typical $87k–$110k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 52%
- PLC 43%
- Welding 33%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Required
- ✓High school diploma or GED preferred.
- ✓Valid driver's license free from major violations
- ✓Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment or willingness to become certified.
- ✓21+
- ✓Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- ✓Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- ✓Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
- ✓Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
The Utility Person supports warehouse and shop operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. This position assists diesel technicians, warehouse personnel, and service staff with parts handling, equipment movement, facility maintenance, and general shop duties to ensure efficient daily operations.
Required
- ✓High school diploma or GED preferred.
- ✓Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- ✓Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment or willingness to become certified.
- ✓21+
- ✓Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- ✓Good communication and teamwork skills.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- ✓Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
- ✓Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
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We are looking for a talented onsite Utility Person / Facilities Technician to join our team in Pontoon Beach, IL.
The Utility Person supports warehouse and shop operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. This position assists diesel technicians, warehouse personnel, and service staff with parts handling, equipment movement, facility maintenance, and general shop duties to ensure efficient daily operations.
Shop Support
- •Assist diesel technicians with non-technical tasks as directed.
- •Move equipment, engines, components, and vehicles within the shop and yard.
- •Clean work areas, service bays, tools, and equipment.
- •Dispose of waste materials, scrap, and used parts according to company procedures.
- •Wash and prepare equipment for service or customer delivery.
- •Perform basic facility maintenance and housekeeping duties.
Facility Maintenance
- •Maintain shop cleanliness and appearance inside and outside the facility.
- •Operate floor scrubbers, power washers, and other cleaning equipment.
- •Remove snow, ice, and debris from walkways and parking areas as required.
- •Assist with building maintenance projects and grounds upkeep.
Shop Support
- •Assist diesel technicians with non-technical tasks as directed.
- •Move equipment, engines, components, and vehicles within the shop and yard.
- •Clean work areas, service bays, tools, and equipment.
- •Dispose of waste materials, scrap, and used parts according to company procedures.
- •Wash and prepare equipment for service or customer delivery.
- •Perform basic facility maintenance and housekeeping duties.
Facility Maintenance
- •Maintain shop cleanliness and appearance inside and outside the facility.
- •Operate floor scrubbers, power washers, and other cleaning equipment.
- •Remove snow, ice, and debris from walkways and parking areas as required.
- •Assist with building maintenance projects and grounds upkeep.
Nice to Have
- +A CDL may be required to obtain upon hire
- +Federal law requires a CDL holder to be 21 years of age or older
Mush Have
- •A current valid license is required for this role
- •Must be 18 years old with 2 years driving experience
- •This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations