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Field Service Power Generation Technician

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Job Description

Job Summary

Completes preventative maintenance and/or basic repair activities on Generator or component at the customer site with minimal direction.

We are looking for a talented Field Service Power Generation Technician/Mechanic to join our Distribution Business in (Dartmouth, NS).

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

• Completing repair activities on generators or components

• Engaging with customers in a courteous and professional manner

• Perform maintenance/repairs utilizing diagnostic tools

• Maintain detailed records of service

• Adhere to Cummins Health, Safety & Environmental policies

• Ongoing development/certifications on new and existing Cummins products

• Maintain own tools

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

• Broad mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance abilities.

• High Voltage / Low Voltage experience.

• Capable of electrical repair and maintenance with minimal supervision – hands on exposure to working on power generation products.

External Qualifications and Competencies

(Entry)

• Primarily engaged in preventative maintenance or basic repairs/diagnostics on generators.
• Basic Diesel Engine experience.
• Requires direct supervision and review of workmanship quality.

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

• Position is a Unionized role.
• Required to perform after hours call out as per above role.
• Capable of electrical repair and maintenance with minimal supervision – hands on exposure to working on power generation products.
• Current relevant electrical certification
• Prior NFPA 70E certification or working with Power Generation Equipment would be an asset
• Able to work as a team and or be self sufficient.
• Hold or maintain clean driving record.
• Locally valid driving permit
• Open to training in other provinces or US
• Self supervision and experience with Marine vessels considered as an advantage.

-This role requires a 5 year motor vehicle report, free from major violations and must meet the conditions of the company policy

Education, Licenses, Certifications

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

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.

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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Job Info

• Job Identification2430864
• Job CategoryService
• Posting Date06/03/2026, 12:51 PM
• Apply Before09/11/2026, 12:51 PM
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Role CategoryOn-site with Flexibility
• Locations50 Simmonds Drive, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1R3, CA
• Affiliated to Bargaining Unit/Trade UnionYes
• Pay Range56,000.00 - 84,000.00 CAD ANNUAL
• Relocation Eligible?Yes
• Does the role require work to be done 100% onsite due to its operational nature?No
• Position TypeBackfill

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