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Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Multi-Craft
3M Company · 🇺🇸 US, Minnesota, Cottage Grove
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship unlikely
Something in the evidence works against sponsorship — see below before you invest time.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Existing work authorization requiredFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — 3M Company
The US Department of Labor certified 17 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 6 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description: Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Multi-Craft 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 other curious, creative 3Mers. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, 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: • Responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, and adjusting mechanical equipment, piping and piping systems, fixtures, and equipment for steam, hot water, heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems used in production, laboratory, office, and utility areas. • Responds to Shop Work Orders in performing maintenance and repair tasks in a safe manner • Implements and improves preventive maintenance procedures • Determines parts, tools, and supplies necessary for the jobs • Documents work activities in the work order CMMS. • Willingness to learn and expand craft skills 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: • High School Diploma or equivalent. • Two-year associate's degree in the mechanical maintenance field, or graduate from an approved apprenticeship program. • Five years of experience in the mechanical maintenance/troubleshooting of industrial processing equipment. • Must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: • Experience troubleshooting issues with processing equipment and resolving them by implementing appropriate repairs. • At least one year of experience running basic machining equipment (turning, milling, welding) • Understanding how to safely use rigging equipment such as hoists, cranes, lift trucks, dollies, rollers, and jacks. • Understanding the operating principles of mechanical and hydraulic power transmission components or elements such as shafts, bearings, gears, pulleys, belts, chains, seals, fasteners, couplings, brakes, clutches, pumps, valves, and similar devices. • Ability to read and interpret measurement instruments to better troubleshoot equipment malfunctions. • Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other people. • Ability and desire to work as a multi-skilled mechanical craftsperson. • Basic computer knowledge. Pay & Benefits: The starting rate of pay for this position is $50.03 . 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/ Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technolog