Electrical Systems Technician – Ames, IA

About the role

3M is seeking an Electrical Systems Technician to join its Ames, IA facility. You will work with a diverse team of innovators, ensuring the reliability and safety of critical electronic equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electronic equipment, including drives, PLCs, robotics, and general electronics.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on critical industrial and commercial equipment.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance through regular maintenance activities.
• Support continuous‑improvement initiatives by implementing operator ideas.
• Safely install, move, replace, modify, adjust, calibrate, and maintain equipment.

Required profile

• High School Diploma/GED plus at least three years of industrial maintenance experience, OR a technical degree/diploma in robotics, automation technology, or a related multi‑craft program.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% domestically.

Required skills

• Experience with PLCs and robotics systems.
• Knowledge of drives and electronic equipment.
• Preventive maintenance and calibration of industrial machinery.
• Industrial maintenance techniques.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $37.70 to $38.76.
• Pay increases throughout the first year.
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance starting day one.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Up to three weeks paid vacation in the first year and twelve company holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement within a global company.