Mount Holyoke College Visa Sponsorship USA
Mount Holyoke College is a private liberal arts institution with a strong commitment to global talent. As a higher education employer, it sponsors H-1B and Green Card pathways for academic and professional staff, making it a meaningful option for international job seekers targeting the education sector.
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R-0000003170
Position Title:
Skilled Laborer - Tier 2
Faculty or Staff:
Staff
Full Time or Part Time:
Full time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:
$26.91
Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date:
07/06/2026
Job Description:
The Facilities Management department at Mount Holyoke College supports the administration, faculty, staff and students in the quality planning and development of facilities projects that support our mission. Our talented staff of approximately 140 FTEs (Cleaning, Mechanical Trades, Central Heating Plant, Grounds, Paint, Carpentry, Stockroom, EH\&S, Fleet Services, and Mail Services) are responsible for more than 2,000,000 SF of property in over 60+ major buildings and for maintaining more than 300 acres.
As a Skilled Laborer - Tier 2 in the Grounds Department, you will play a critical role in maintaining the beauty and safety of the MHC campus. This position requires a blend of horticultural knowledge, heavy equipment operation, and a proactive approach to seasonal campus needs.
Key Responsibilities:
As a vital member of our Grounds crew, your primary focus will be the health and aesthetics of our campus landscape. Your duties will include:
- General care of the campus landscape and all aspects of tree health, identifying hazardous tree conditions.
- Care of the campus landscape, which includes: routine Grounds work, planting, pruning, pest control, campus and athletic field turf maintenance and snow removal.
- Maintenance of roads, walkways, driveways and other hardscaped areas.
- Floor maintenance, moving materials throughout the campus.
- Operating and maintaining hand and power equipment.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the landscape field.
- Proficiency in plant identification, pesticide application, and heavy equipment operation.
- Ability to work outdoors in all seasons/weather conditions and handle/move heavy materials.
- Willingness to adjust hours for emergencies and work overtime during crucial seasons (e.g., snow events).
- High School diploma (or equivalent) and a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Preferred Skills \& Certifications:
- A two-year degree in Horticulture or a related field.
- Pesticide license, Hoisting license, or Genie Lift certification.
- Familiarity with soil fertility, synthetic turf, and basic vehicle/equipment repair.
Hiring Range:
$28.26 - $30.52
What We Offer:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Disability and Leave Benefits
- Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Access to Kendall Sports \& Dance Complex
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, \& Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
- A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
- A complete resume or curriculum vitae
- For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Job no:
R-0000003170
Position Title:
Skilled Laborer - Tier 2
Faculty or Staff:
Staff
Full Time or Part Time:
Full time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:
$26.91
Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date:
07/06/2026
Job Description:
The Facilities Management department at Mount Holyoke College supports the administration, faculty, staff and students in the quality planning and development of facilities projects that support our mission. Our talented staff of approximately 140 FTEs (Cleaning, Mechanical Trades, Central Heating Plant, Grounds, Paint, Carpentry, Stockroom, EH\&S, Fleet Services, and Mail Services) are responsible for more than 2,000,000 SF of property in over 60+ major buildings and for maintaining more than 300 acres.
As a Skilled Laborer - Tier 2 in the Grounds Department, you will play a critical role in maintaining the beauty and safety of the MHC campus. This position requires a blend of horticultural knowledge, heavy equipment operation, and a proactive approach to seasonal campus needs.
Key Responsibilities:
As a vital member of our Grounds crew, your primary focus will be the health and aesthetics of our campus landscape. Your duties will include:
- General care of the campus landscape and all aspects of tree health, identifying hazardous tree conditions.
- Care of the campus landscape, which includes: routine Grounds work, planting, pruning, pest control, campus and athletic field turf maintenance and snow removal.
- Maintenance of roads, walkways, driveways and other hardscaped areas.
- Floor maintenance, moving materials throughout the campus.
- Operating and maintaining hand and power equipment.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the landscape field.
- Proficiency in plant identification, pesticide application, and heavy equipment operation.
- Ability to work outdoors in all seasons/weather conditions and handle/move heavy materials.
- Willingness to adjust hours for emergencies and work overtime during crucial seasons (e.g., snow events).
- High School diploma (or equivalent) and a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
Preferred Skills \& Certifications:
- A two-year degree in Horticulture or a related field.
- Pesticide license, Hoisting license, or Genie Lift certification.
- Familiarity with soil fertility, synthetic turf, and basic vehicle/equipment repair.
Hiring Range:
$28.26 - $30.52
What We Offer:
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Disability and Leave Benefits
- Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Access to Kendall Sports \& Dance Complex
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, \& Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
- A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
- A complete resume or curriculum vitae
- For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
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How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Mount Holyoke College Visa Sponsorship USA
Target faculty and research roles first
Mount Holyoke's sponsorship activity is concentrated in academic and research positions. Focus your search on faculty openings, postdoctoral roles, and research staff positions, where sponsorship is most commonly offered and expected by the college.
Understand that H-1B is their primary nonimmigrant pathway
Mount Holyoke sponsors H-1B visas for qualified specialty occupation roles. If you're transitioning off OPT or CPT, confirm early that the role you're targeting falls within a sponsorable specialty occupation before investing time in the application process.
Ask about Green Card sponsorship during negotiations
Mount Holyoke has a track record of supporting permanent residence for long-term hires. If you're offered a continuing position, raise Green Card sponsorship during the offer stage rather than waiting until after you've started, academic employers often expect this conversation.
Filter for verified sponsoring employers before you apply
Not every education employer sponsors visas consistently. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history, saving you from applying to roles where sponsorship is uncertain or unavailable at Mount Holyoke or comparable institutions.
Align your application with the academic hiring calendar
Higher education hiring, including at Mount Holyoke, follows a structured academic calendar. Faculty and professional staff searches typically open in autumn for roles starting the following year, plan your H-1B sponsorship timeline around this cycle to avoid processing gaps.
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Does Mount Holyoke College sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, Mount Holyoke College sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying roles. Sponsorship is most commonly associated with faculty, research, and professional staff positions that meet the specialty occupation standard. If you're targeting a role at Mount Holyoke, confirm sponsorship eligibility directly with their HR or international office during the hiring process, as not every position qualifies.
What visa types does Mount Holyoke College sponsor?
Mount Holyoke College sponsors H-1B visas for nonimmigrant workers and supports Green Card pathways, including EB-2 and EB-3 categories, for longer-term hires. The college also works with F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, and TN visas for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying professional roles.
Which departments or roles at Mount Holyoke College are most likely to offer visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship at Mount Holyoke is most common in academic departments hiring tenure-track or visiting faculty, research centers, and professional administrative roles requiring specialized expertise. STEM, social sciences, and humanities faculty positions have historically been among the strongest candidates for H-1B sponsorship, though any role classified as a specialty occupation may qualify.
How do I find open visa-sponsored jobs at Mount Holyoke College?
The most reliable way to find visa-sponsored positions at Mount Holyoke College is through Migrate Mate, which aggregates roles from verified sponsoring employers and lets you filter by company and visa type. This saves you time compared to manually searching and guessing whether individual postings include sponsorship, Mount Holyoke's profile on the platform shows its verified sponsorship history.
How do I time my application to Mount Holyoke College around the H-1B cap?
Higher education employers like Mount Holyoke often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors, meaning they can file petitions year-round rather than only during the April lottery window. Confirm cap-exempt status with Mount Holyoke's HR team early, if eligible, this removes the lottery risk and significantly simplifies your sponsorship timeline compared to for-profit employers.
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