Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

Maintenance Technician

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a diversity of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with 93,000 other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment and components, including bearings, bushings, gearboxes, pump seals, clutches, brakes, drive components, valves, motors, and couplings.
• Troubleshooting, adjusting, and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic machinery, variable-speed power transmission systems, conveyors, HVAC systems, and extruders.
• Diagnosing equipment malfunctions and performing repairs, modifications, and adjustments to restore equipment reliability and performance.
• Supporting maintenance operations by assisting with mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
• Troubleshooting and modifying PLC, HMI, and control systems programs to support equipment operation and resolve system issues.

Your Skills and Expertise 

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this 3M Production role, in compliance with U.S. labor and safety laws.

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution
• Possess a two (2) year technical diploma/degree or higher in a Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Systems/Process Automation or Maintenance discipline from an accredited institution OR possess a minimum of three (3) years’ maintenance experience in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• The position will require working overtime, weekend, holiday, shift work, and on call work.

Applicants meeting the basic qualifications are required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Five (5) years’ experience of manufacturing, equipment installation and troubleshooting maintenance support.
• Good problem solving, troubleshooting, and reasoning ability. Self-motivated, team orientated, and good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and skills of mechanical concepts needed to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment and electrical devices.
• Direct Proven skill level in working with original equipment manuals, prints, drawings, and reading/understanding ladder logic.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, Drives, and components, & Siemens Step7 PLCs, Drives, and components. Comfortable working with 480VAC and 700VDC electrical systems.

Work Location: This role follows an on-site working model in Angleton, TX

Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Pay Transparency:

The pay range for this position is $31/hr.-$37/hr. This targeted compensation range represents a good faith estimate and can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply; pay and benefits overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/. This information is being disclosed in accordance with local Pay Transparency Rules.

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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Applicable to US Applicants Only:The starting rate of pay for this position is $31.05, with the potential to reach $39.06 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M.Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M.Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.Pay & Benefits Overview: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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