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Industrial Maintenance Technician – Multi-craft Electrical

US, Minnesota, Cottage Grove Posted today

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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • What 3M Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Senior Research Engineer” (Electrical Engineers) in MN: $117k–$117k, median $117k.
  • Existing work authorization requiredFrom the posting’s own wording.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-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.
What 3M Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “Senior Research Engineer” (Electrical Engineers) in MN: $117k–$117k, median $117k. Most were filed at wage level III (100%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

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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About the role

Job Description: 3M is seeking a Full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician – Multi-craft Electrical in Cottage Grove, MN.  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 wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with 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 an Industrial Maintenance Technician – Multi-craft Electrical , 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, calibrating, and making adjustments to electrical, electronic, and pneumatic process control systems and devices used in production, laboratory, office and utility areas. Calibrating, and making adjustments to heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate control systems used in production, laboratory, office, and utility areas. • Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and performs repairs. • Responds to shop work orders in an efficient and 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 technical 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 electrical maintenance field, or graduate from an approved apprenticeship program. • Five years of experience in the electrical maintenance/troubleshooting of industrial processing equipment. • Must possess a current and valid driver’s license and pass Motor Vehicle Record check. 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. • Experience in field instrumentation including process sensors and control devices. • Experience in Programmable Logic Controllers, AC & DC drive controls, and pneumatic, analog and digital electronics, including computer/microprocessor-based control systems. • Current State of Minnesota Journeyman Electrician's License or a Master Electrician's License. • 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 electrical craftsperson. Pay & Benefits:  The starting rate of pay for this position is $50.24. 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/benefit

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