Maintenance Mechanical Technician – Day Shift

About the role

Join 3M's Plant Engineering team in Prairie du Chien as a Maintenance Mechanical Technician on a day shift. You will keep production and facility equipment running safely and efficiently, supporting a culture of curiosity and collaboration.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, install, and overhaul production equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors, refrigeration systems, and boilers.
• Perform mechanical and pipe‑fitting work, including welding, threading, and using lathes and other shop tools.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures by reading schematics, blueprints, and work orders, then execute repairs.
• Dismantle and reassemble machinery using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, and hoists while documenting all work.
• Support team development by training apprentices, monitoring contractors, and assisting with additional operational tasks.

Required profile

• High School Diploma/GED or higher.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, or completion of a federally certified journeyman program (8,000 hours) or a technical college degree in a mechanical field.
• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Required skills

• Experience with pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, compressors, refrigeration systems, and boilers.
• Proficiency in pipe‑fitting, welding, threading, and use of lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
• Competence with hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, and hoists.

What we offer

• Hourly pay ranging from $30.64 to $36.62.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, disability, life insurance, paid absences, and retirement plans.
• Potential travel up to 5 % and relocation assistance.