Master Mechanic

H.B. Fuller; St. Paul (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

H.B. Fuller is seeking an experienced Master Mechanic to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment in a chemical processing environment. This on-site role supports safe, reliable operations through preventive maintenance and skilled repairs necessary to keep plant systems running.

Based in Vadnais Heights, MN, the position offers an 1st shift from 6:00a to 2:00p, Monday through Friday, with an hourly rate of $40.00 based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of combined technical training and industrial maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical skills in pumps, mixers, and machinery repair.
• Ability to obtain a Boiler Operator License.
• Must be authorized to work in the country of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair industrial chemical process equipment and controls.
• Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, compressors, HVAC, and energy management systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on reactors, pumps, agitators, piping, motors, and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment.
• Maintain building mechanical systems, laboratory equipment, and forklifts.
• Follow lockout/tagout, startup/shutdown, PPE, and other safety procedures.
• Support plant housekeeping and continuous operational reliability.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts as required.

Skills

Pumps

Mixers

Machinery repair

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boiler Operator License

Job description

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Master Mechanic
Vadnais Heights, MN / On-Site
1st Shift: 6:00a-2:00p Monday- Friday
Hourly: $40.00 based on experience

Position Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking an experienced Master Mechanic to repair, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and plant support systems in a chemical processing environment. This role supports safe, reliable, and efficient operations through preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and facility upkeep. The successful candidate will apply technical expertise across mechanical systems while adhering to all safety and operational standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair industrial chemical process equipment and controls.
• Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, compressors, HVAC, and energy management systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on reactors, pumps, agitators, piping, motors, and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair production and facility equipment.
• Maintain building mechanical systems, laboratory equipment, and forklifts.
• Follow lockout/tagout, startup/shutdown, PPE, and other safety procedures.
• Support plant housekeeping and continuous operational reliability.
• Operate forklifts and scissor lifts as required.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of combined technical training and industrial maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated mechanical skills in pumps, mixers, and machinery repair.
• Ability to obtain a Boiler Operator License.
• Must be authorized to work in the country of employment.

Preferred Requirements

• 5+ years of technical training and industrial maintenance experience.
• 2nd Class B Boiler License or higher.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience, including basic PLC diagnostics.
• Metal fabrication, welding, machining, rigging, and heavy-equipment lifting experience.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $40.00.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.