Future Technicians Get Inside Look at Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant
JAMESTOWN, NY – Students from the Commercial Fleet Maintenance program recently traded their classroom tools for a front-row seat at one of the region's most advanced manufacturing facilities: the Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant (JEP).
Accompanied by instructors Clayton Blasz and Ryan Waters, as well as mechanic Matt Schwerk, the students participated in a comprehensive facility tour that tracked the lifecycle of engine production. The visit provided a rare opportunity to observe the intersection of traditional mechanical skills and modern technological innovation.
"We traveled through all the steps of how they build an engine," said instructor Clayton Blasz. "The students were able to see a world-class facility in operation, including the integration of robotics and sophisticated manufacturing processes."
Beyond the technical assembly line, the visit focused heavily on career readiness. Representatives at Cummins discussed the plant’s history and, more importantly, the diverse employment opportunities available to students following graduation. By seeing the scale of operations firsthand, students gained a better understanding of the professional standards and precision required in the commercial fleet industry.
The field trip is part of a broader effort to connect Career and Technical Education (CTE) students with local industry leaders, ensuring that the next generation of technicians is well-prepared for the workforce in Western New York.