Fall Protection Specialist - Virginia

Job Description: Job Title Fall Protection Sales Specialist - Virginia 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 environments to a 3M career. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As a Fall Protection Specialist 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: Prioritizing key account Fall Protection opportunities in the Virginia market Managing Fall Protection penetration within key end-user and distributor customers Providing Fall Protection regional training and support to both internal core sales team and external customer base utilizing a Fall Protection demo truck Supporting training program development and materials with Training Managers Assisting in prioritization of key new Fall Protection products Company Vehicle This position requires driving a company vehicle, which will require pre-employment and ongoing review of motor vehicle history for candidates who are offered and hired for this position 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/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) and seven (7) years of Fall Protection and/or Safety industry products experience in a private, public, government, or military environment OR Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution and three (3) years of Fall Protection and/or Safety industry products experience in a private, public, government, or military environment AND Current, valid Driver’s License Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Five (5) years of sales experience in a private, public, government, or military environment Experience with Fall Protection product categories Safety Industry experience, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Experience selling through Industrial and Construction Distribution Experience selling PPE to end-user companies Ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and walk uneven surfaces Work Location: Territory: State of Virginia – including Richmond, Roanoke & Norfolk Travel: Up to 25% travel within the territory Relocation Assistance: May be authorized Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). Supporting Your Well-being 3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Chat with Max For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on <3M.com/careers> Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $113,752 - $139,031, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. 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: . Good Faith Posting Date Range 09/14/2026 To 10/14/2026 Or until filled All US-based 3M full time employees will need to sign an employee agreement as a condition of employment with 3M. This agreement lays out key terms on using 3M Confidential Information and Trade Secrets. It also has provisions discussing conflicts of interest and how inventions are assigned. Employees that are Job Grade 7 or equivalent and above may also have obligations to not compete against 3M or solicit its employees or customers, both during their employment, and for a period after they leave 3M. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Pay & Benefits Overview: 3M does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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