School To Work - Diesel Engine - Normal, IL

Cummins Inc.
Normal, IL

DESCRIPTION

Cummins is the largest independent diesel engine manufacturer in the world with products in all markets, some of which include RAM Trucks, on-highway trucking, industrial, marine, agriculture, logging, and power generators. We are currently looking for pre-apprentice technician from high school involved in skilled trade classes with interest in a future as a diesel technician to participate in the Cummins School to Work opportunity.

Students can join the School to Work program at 16 years of age and work in the shop with a certified Cummins Diesel Technician in a real-world environment.

The student pre-apprentice will be mentored by the certified technician on the shop floor with the potential future opportunity to apply to the Cummins Technician Apprentice Program (TAP). The Cummins TAP includes a fulltime job with graduated pay scale, NO college debt and an associate degree in Diesel Technology with several career paths including natural gas engines, diesel engines, electrified vehicles, power generation, marine, high horsepower service, leadership and other opportunities.

Through the US Department of Labor standards, High School students can work up to 19 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours per week during the summer months, this standard applies to all 50 States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Guidance from a certified Cummins technician mentor
  • Tool identification, functions and inspections for proper repairs and safety adherence
  • Complete assigned Cummins virtual courses
  • Inspection of engine components and repair procedures
  • Engine component repairs and replacements under supervision
  • Ensure shop, work area and tool cleanliness
  • Complete safety training courses and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process
  • Ensure adherence to all relevant Health, Safety & Environmental policies, procedures, and legislation and reports any issues/incidents to their supervisor
  • Learn Standard Repair Times (SRTs) and following documented procedures and policies to complete basic repairs and maintenance

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior in High School
  • This role requires applicant to pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical

Job Service

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Technician

Min Salary $17.7

Max Salary $21.73

ReqID 2424841

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.

Cummins and E-Verify

At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. 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. Cummins validates the right to work using E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Visit to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Posted 2026-02-12

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