School to Work Pre-Apprentice
Posted on: 17 Mar 2022
Grand Rapids, MI
Job Description
Cummins Sales and Service 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 technicians from High School or Community College Automotive or Diesel Programs, other
Skilled Trade Classes and members of Future Farmers of America (FFA) 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 qualified Cummins Technician Diesel
Technician in a real-world environment.
The Student Pre-Apprentice will be mentored by Journey-worker technician on the shop floor with the opportunity to become
a Qualified Cummins Engine Technician with an opportunity to join the TAP. The Cummins TAP includes a fulltime job with
graduated pay scale, NO college debt and Graduate with an Associate’s 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 or Community College Students can work up to 19 hours per
week during the school year and there will be no restrictions for hours worked during the summer months, this standard applies
to all 50 States.
Pre-Apprentice responsibilities include:
Following the guidance of a Journey worker Technician mentor
Tool identification, functions and inspections for proper repairs and safety adherence
Complete assigned Cummins Virtual College 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 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
Pre-Apprentice Requirements:
Must be a minimum of 16 years old
Have access to reliable transportation
Meet minimum established standard of 95% school attendance
Maintain a minimum 2.5 Unweighted High School Grade Point Average for sponsored education
Those interested in the Cummins TAP will require a minimum 2.8 Unweighted HS GPA upon graduation and take the SHL Mechanical/Spatial Aptitude Assessment prior to graduation
Experience:
Mechanical experience through high school Automotive or Diesel shop classes, other skilled trade classes or members of Future Farmers of America (FFA)
Cummins Inc.
Columbus, IN
Cummins Inc. designs, manufactures, distributes, and services diesel and natural gas engines, and powertrain-related component products worldwide. It operates in five segments: Engine, Distribution, Components, Power Systems, and Electrified Power. The Engine segment manufactures and markets a range of diesel and natural gas powered engines under the Cummins and other customer brands for the heavy-and medium-duty truck, bus, recreational vehicle, light-duty automotive, construction, mining, marine, rail, oil and gas, defense, and agricultural markets. It also offers new parts and services, as well as remanufactured parts and engines.
The Distribution segment distributes parts, engines, and power generation products; and provides service solutions, such as maintenance contracts, engineering services, and integrated products. The Components segment offers emission solutions; and turbochargers for light-duty, mid-range, heavy-duty, and high-horsepower diesel markets. It also provides air and fuel filters, fuel water separators, lube and hydraulic filters, coolants, fuel additives, and other filtration systems; and fuel systems for heavy-duty on-highway diesel engine applications, as well as remanufactures fuel systems.
The Power Systems segment offers back-up and prime power generators, controls, paralleling systems, and transfer switches, as well as A/C generator/alternator products under the Stamford, AVK, and Markon brands. The Electrified Power segment provides electric and hybrid powertrain systems; and battery modules, packs, and systems for commercial, industrial, and material handling applications. The company sells its products to original equipment manufacturers, dealers/distributors, and end users. The company was formerly known as Cummins Engine Company and changed its name to Cummins Inc. in 2001. Cummins Inc. was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Columbus, Indiana.
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