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Maintenance Technician
3M Company · 🇺🇸 US, South Dakota, Aberdeen
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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Existing work authorization required — the posting’s wording suggests candidates who already hold work rights. Read the original listing carefully.
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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: Job Title: Maintenance Technician We offer: • Competitive starting rate of pay for this position is $ 31.26 - $35.88 ( depending on experience and qualifications) with a $0.50 shift differential for second shift and a $2.00 shift differential for third shift • Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance starting on your first day. • 401k with generous company match • Up to three weeks paid vacation in your first year. • Twelve (12) company holidays • Employee assistance program and medical support • Opportunities for advancement 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: • Diagnose, troubleshoot, install, and correct problems or make changes in equipment per instructions (written or verbal) and/or drawings. • Leading innovation and sustainability. • Implementing change and continuous improvement to drive growth and increase efficiency. • Determining to do your best and challenge others to live and work differently. • Creating a positive, inclusive work environment that fosters learning and development for all. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: • Possess an associate’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in a technical discipline such as, Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, Robotics, Machinist, Automotive, Diesel Mechanic, Wind Energy Tech OR • Be in the last six months of completing an associate’s degree (verified prior to start) in a technical discipline such as, Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, Robotics, Machinist, Automotive, Diesel Mechanic, Wind Energy Tech AND one (1) year of Industrial Maintenance experience OR • Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed prior to start) AND three (3) years of Industrial Maintenance experience AND • Interested and available to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: • Experience in solving recurring problems through determination of root cause • Ability to maintain neat and orderly conditions where you work and promote safe conditions. • Experience with manufacturing and/or manufacturing technology on web processing equipment. • ** Qualified applicants will be required to take and pass 3M elected testing as a part of the selection process. Pay Competitive Salary: The starting rate of pay for this position is $ 31.26 - $35.88 /hour (depending on experience and qualifications) with a $0.50 shift differential for second shift and a $2.00 shift differential for third shift. This targeted starting salary 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. Work location: • Aberdeen, SD Travel: Does not include travel Relocation Assistance: Is not Authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). 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. Chat wit