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Industrial Electrician roles in manufacturing, utilities, and infrastructure qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or a related field. Australian electricians with trade qualifications plus relevant tertiary credentials can secure E-3 sponsorship from U.S. employers across energy, construction, and industrial sectors.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Theatrical Technician
Working Title: First Electrician
Career Progression Track: C
FLSA Code: Nonexempt
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 18.00 to 21.63
Open Date: 09/03/2026
Close Date: 12/18/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time): 10/15/2026
Job Summary
This is a full time benefited position, salary is commensurate with experience. Under the direction of the Master Electrician this position serves as a key member of the production team. The First Assistant Electrician will assist preparing for hanging, focusing, and managing an over-hire crew each show. The First Assistant will have responsibilities for programming assigned shows during the tech process and or operating in tandem with the Master Electrician to complete notes, and when applicable acts as the light board operator for shows. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- At the direction of the Master Electrician, assist in the organization and training of 4-8 over-hire electricians for hang and focus of each show
- Work directly with designers, Technical Director and Production manager to establish priorities and keep expenditures within predetermined time, labor and budget constraints based on approved final design.
- Maintain and repair PTC Electrics equipment inventory
- Coordinate production of set electrics with Master Electrician and Technical Director to ensure necessary jobs are completed in an appropriate timeline with set installation.
- Maintain lighting equipment in safe working order.
- Ensure that staff is working in a safe and supportive environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full time professional experience in one or all of the above listed skills technical theatrical skills or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
- BA in Technical theatre or equivalent experience.
- Two years of professional production electrics experience.
- Strong verbal and communication skills a must.
- Knowledge of ETC dimming, programming and control console.
- Knowledge of DMX and sACN protocols.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Job Title: Theatrical Technician
Working Title: First Electrician
Career Progression Track: C
FLSA Code: Nonexempt
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Variable
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 18.00 to 21.63
Open Date: 09/03/2026
Close Date: 12/18/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time): 10/15/2026
Job Summary
This is a full time benefited position, salary is commensurate with experience. Under the direction of the Master Electrician this position serves as a key member of the production team. The First Assistant Electrician will assist preparing for hanging, focusing, and managing an over-hire crew each show. The First Assistant will have responsibilities for programming assigned shows during the tech process and or operating in tandem with the Master Electrician to complete notes, and when applicable acts as the light board operator for shows. This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- At the direction of the Master Electrician, assist in the organization and training of 4-8 over-hire electricians for hang and focus of each show
- Work directly with designers, Technical Director and Production manager to establish priorities and keep expenditures within predetermined time, labor and budget constraints based on approved final design.
- Maintain and repair PTC Electrics equipment inventory
- Coordinate production of set electrics with Master Electrician and Technical Director to ensure necessary jobs are completed in an appropriate timeline with set installation.
- Maintain lighting equipment in safe working order.
- Ensure that staff is working in a safe and supportive environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full time professional experience in one or all of the above listed skills technical theatrical skills or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
- BA in Technical theatre or equivalent experience.
- Two years of professional production electrics experience.
- Strong verbal and communication skills a must.
- Knowledge of ETC dimming, programming and control console.
- Knowledge of DMX and sACN protocols.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Industrial Electrician
Document your Australian credentials for U.S. equivalency
Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. U.S. employers and consular officers need confirmation that your Australian trade qualifications plus any diploma or degree meet the bachelor's-equivalent threshold the E-3 requires.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for industrial electrician LCA filings. Employers who have certified LCAs for similar roles already understand the prevailing wage requirements and are far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process.
Clarify specialty occupation status before accepting an offer
Not every industrial electrician role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask the hiring manager whether the position requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree. Roles requiring only a trade certificate without degree-level education risk an E-3 denial at the consulate.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork
After you receive a written job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage LCA certification with the DOL and prepare your DS-160 and consulate documents. Errors in prevailing wage classification are a common delay point for trades-based roles.
Negotiate your start date around LCA processing timelines
The DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days, but industrial roles sometimes draw extra scrutiny on the wage level classification. Build at least three weeks between your signed offer and your intended start date to avoid pressure on your employer to rush the filing.
Prepare for consulate questions about your role's degree requirement
Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth consular officers ask applicants to explain why the position requires a degree rather than a trade licence alone. Bring a detailed job description and, if possible, a letter from your employer explaining the engineering or technical complexity that makes a degree-level qualification necessary.
E-3 Visa Industrial Electrician: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Industrial Electrician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists Industrial Electrician roles from U.S. employers who are open to E-3 sponsorship, so you're not filtering through thousands of listings that exclude visa candidates. The platform is built specifically for Australian professionals, meaning every job displayed is relevant to your E-3 eligibility rather than generic open-market postings.
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 Industrial Electrician role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
It depends on how the role is defined. The E-3 requires the position to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. An industrial electrician role framed around electrical engineering design, systems integration, or commissioning of complex industrial equipment can qualify. A role that only requires a trade licence and no degree-level qualification typically will not. The job description and the employer's internal requirements both matter at the consulate interview.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian electricians?
The E-3 is significantly more accessible. There is no annual lottery, no random selection, and no cap pressure, so a qualified Australian electrician with a valid job offer can apply at any point in the year. The H-1B visa is subject to an 85,000-slot annual cap and a randomised registration lottery that many applicants fail for years running. For Australians, the E-3 is the direct path.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers or work sites?
Changing employers requires your new employer to file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you must obtain a new E-3 visa stamp at a consulate before starting work for the new company. Moving between work sites within the same employer is generally fine, but if the wage level or job duties change materially, the LCA may need to be amended. Don't start with a new employer until the new LCA is certified.