E-3 Visa Environmental Technician Jobs
Environmental Technician roles in soil assessment, air quality monitoring, and hazardous waste management qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when tied to a relevant bachelor's degree. Australian professionals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, with no annual cap and renewable two-year terms.
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The Environmental Technician performs routine cleaning and sanitizing of operating rooms, surgical areas, hospital patient's rooms, baths, laboratories, halls and other areas as assigned. Maintains compliance with all requirements of federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
Job Description
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
GENERAL DUTIES
- Maintains friendly, efficient, positive customer service attitude toward customers, clients and co-workers. Responsive to customer needs.
- Maintain all assigned ancillary areas, department areas, patient care areas, operating suites in a clean neat and sanitary manner, clinic areas and corridors with the correct preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy as requested.
- Washes beds and mattresses, remakes beds after dismissal of patients, keeps utility and storage rooms in clean and orderly condition.
- Distributes laundered articles and linens, replaces soiled drapes and cubicle curtains, cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas.
- Assists in enhancing productivity and efficient operations of the department. Demonstrates adherence to hospital and departmental annual training commitments.
- Inspects and utilizes judgement in determining which cleaning techniques outlined in orientation guidelines to follow. Performs efficient, safe use of housekeeping equipment and solutions.
- Keeps cart properly stocked with equipment and cleaning supplies. Ensures all chemicals are properly labeled and all equipment is in good working condition.
- Maintains compliance with ARAMARK's standards of operation, client and within ARAMARK's Business Conduct policy. Maintains all records and reports necessary to regulations and codes. Maintains compliance with all requirements of federal, state and local regulations and guidelines.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years applicable years of experience will be considered in lieu of education
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read and write, interact with staff, patients and families; prioritize work and to complete schedules as assigned.
- Knowledge of cleaning equipment, cleaning supplies and techniques, PPE and method to contact supervisor.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
- Does this position formally supervise employees? No
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
- Medium: Medium physical requirements - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Sitting - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Standing - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Walking - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Lifting Floor to waist level: 0-10lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Lifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Lifting Waist level and above: 0-10lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Lifting Waist level and above: 10-20lbs - Occasional (0-35% of day)
- Lifting Waist level and above: 100+lbs -
- Carrying objects - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Push/pull - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Twisting - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Bending - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Reaching forward - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Reaching overhead - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Squat/kneel/crawl - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Wrist position deviation - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Pinching/fine motor activities - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent (36-66% of day)
- Talk or hear - Continuous (67-100% of day)
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
- Near Vision - Accurate 20/40
- Far Vision - Accurate 20/40
- Color Discrimination - Yes
- Depth Perception - Accurate
- Hearing - Accurate
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE RISK POTENTIAL
- Bloodborne pathogens - Reasonably Anticipated
- Chemical - Not Anticipated
- Airborne communicable diseases - Reasonably Anticipated
- Extreme temperatures - Reasonably Anticipated
- Radiation - Not Anticipated
- Uneven surfaces or elevations - Reasonably Anticipated
- Extreme noise levels - Reasonably Anticipated
- Dust/particular matter - Reasonably Anticipated
- Other (List) - Not Anticipated
POPULATION SERVED
- Neonate/Infant up to 1 year: No
- Youth (1yr to 15 yrs): No
- Adult (16 and up): No
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
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The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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Align your degree to the role
Environmental Technician positions qualify as specialty occupations only when your degree field directly supports the work. A degree in environmental science, chemistry, or engineering maps cleanly. A general science degree may require a credential evaluation to demonstrate equivalency.
Target EPA-regulated industries first
Employers in wastewater treatment, mining, and industrial manufacturing file LCAs regularly because environmental compliance is federally mandated. These industries sponsor E-3 visas more routinely than sectors where environmental roles are optional or contract-based.
Request LCA filing before your start date
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before your visa application. Confirm they understand this step comes first. Some smaller environmental consulting firms have never sponsored before, so clarify the sequence early to avoid delays at the consulate.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This is especially useful when your employer's HR team has no prior E-3 experience with environmental roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Some environmental firms operating on federal contracts are required to use E-Verify. Ask during negotiations whether the employer is enrolled, since this affects your Form I-9 process on day one and can surface compliance issues before you relocate.
Prepare a credential evaluation for your Australian qualification
Australian three-year environmental science degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees, but consular officers and employers may ask for a formal evaluation. Arrange a NACES-member assessment before your interview to address any questions upfront.
E-3 Visa Environmental Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Environmental Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search. It surfaces Environmental Technician roles at employers who have E-3 or LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with Australian visa sponsorship. Filter by role and location to find positions where the employer already understands the process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Environmental Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3?
It can, but the job description has to demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is a minimum requirement for the position, not just preferred. Roles focused on regulatory compliance, environmental monitoring, or laboratory analysis tied to a science or engineering degree typically qualify. Generalist field technician roles with no degree requirement do not.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Environmental Technician roles?
The E-3 has no annual cap and no lottery, so you can apply at any time of year once you have a job offer. The H-1B has an 85,000-slot annual cap and a randomized lottery, meaning many qualified applicants are simply not selected. For Australian environmental professionals, the E-3 is a direct path that bypasses that uncertainty entirely.
Can I change employers on an E-3 while working as an Environmental Technician?
Yes, but you need a new LCA filed by the incoming employer and, in most cases, a new visa stamp before you start. Unlike H-1B portability rules, the E-3 doesn't allow you to begin work with a new employer on a pending petition alone. Plan for a consulate appointment in Australia if your current visa stamp is tied to the previous employer.