Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description:

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (Tonawanda, NY).

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.

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 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:

Your Skills and Expertise 

• Working knowledge of mechanical power systems & related equipment; including but not limited to the following: gear reducers, pumps, cylinders, piping & plumbing, hydraulics, etc.

• Knowledge & experience in all types of mechanical tools-related equipment and instrumentation.

• Must possess a normal complement of mechanical maintenance hand tools.

• Possess sound mechanical troubleshooting skills and demonstrate the ability to diagnose & correct mechanical malfunctions.

• Ability to layout job scope for new equipment installations, equipment modifications, & system upgrades.

• Must be willing to work overtime and respond to call-ins as required for plant operations.

• Must be able to be medically qualified to wear respiratory protection.  Must be clean-shaven and pass respiratory fit testing.  If an accommodation is needed, please see Human Resources.

 Required:  

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who must have the following qualifications:

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start)

• Minimum (5) five years of experience in Industrial Mechanical Maintenance

• This position may require working any shift. Working overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed

Desired:  

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Two-year degree in a mechanical technology discipline

• Qualified applicants will be required to take and pass 3M testing as a part of the selection process

• At least one year of experience running basic machining equipment (turning, milling, welding)

• Apprenticeship certificate in the mechanical or industrial field

• Basic computer knowledge

• Knowledge of operating principles, purpose, proper application, and design limitation of tools, equipment, and devices used in the moving and installation of machineries such as hoists, cranes, lift trucks, dollies, rollers, jacks, welding and cutting equipment and a variety of hand tools.

• Knowledge of operating principles, purpose, proper application, and design limitations 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.

• Skilled in operating and using hand tools, wrenches, air and electric powered portable hand tools, machine tools, and a variety of testing equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret measurement instruments and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other people

• Ability and desire to work as a multi-skilled mechanical craftsperson

Pay & Benefits: 

• The starting rate of pay for this position is $38.40-$40.41, with the potential to reach $38.90 after a full year. 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: