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Assembly Technician roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Manufacturers in automotive, electronics, and aerospace regularly file I-140 petitions for skilled assemblers. Your path to permanent residency starts with finding an employer willing to sponsor.
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Brighton, CO
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install and service wind turbines. Since 2010, the Nacelles Factory in Brighton proudly manufactures nacelles (an engine) and hubs for wind turbines in 265,000 square feet of building space.
Join our production team and play a crucial role in the assembly of Nacelles. In this position, you will be tasked with assembling fabricated parts at designated floor stations. Utilize your skills in handling mechanical components and employ a variety of pneumatic hand tools and power tools to construct high-quality nacelle units efficiently.
Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00am to 3:30pm. Overtime hours may be available on Fridays.
Night Shift: Monday - Thursday 5pm - 3:30am with a $3/hour differential for pay.
What does a Nacelle Assembly Technician do?
- Efficiently assemble components utilizing both hand and power tools.
- Operate manufacturing equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Adhere to Process Work Instructions and manual production processes, ensuring parts fit and are assembled correctly, including but not limited to bolts, screws, shafts, and bearings.
- Achieve production standards for various tasks within the allotted time frame.
- Handle materials by lifting, positioning, and/or removing them from the work area as needed.
- Manage materials using a bridge crane for loading, stacking, and transportation purposes.
- Interpret schematics to accurately assemble machine components.
- Collaborate with fellow assemblers to construct the final product.
- Test and inspect components to ensure they meet our standards of uniformity and quality.
If you have hands-on mechanical experience, take pride in quality workmanship, and can work effectively as part of a team to meet production goals, we encourage you to apply.
What are we looking for in Assembly Technician II?
- 3+ years of experience in wind, energy, or heavy industrial manufacturing, supporting complex mechanical assemblies such as large structural, drivetrain, or electromechanical components.
- 3+ years of advanced, hands-on experience using standard, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, with proven ability to independently execute complex assemblies, maintain precise tool setup and accuracy, and safely diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.
- Ability to understand and apply mechanical and physical principles to solve problems involving machines, tools and physical systems.
- Ability to train others, read and follow written instructions in English.
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
Benefits Offered:
- Dental insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Educational Reimbursement.
- Health insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid Holidays.
- Professional development and training.
About Vestas:
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
Assembly Technician II
Brighton, CO
Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install and service wind turbines. Since 2010, the Nacelles Factory in Brighton proudly manufactures nacelles (an engine) and hubs for wind turbines in 265,000 square feet of building space.
Join our production team and play a crucial role in the assembly of Nacelles. In this position, you will be tasked with assembling fabricated parts at designated floor stations. Utilize your skills in handling mechanical components and employ a variety of pneumatic hand tools and power tools to construct high-quality nacelle units efficiently.
Day Shift: Monday - Thursday 5:00am to 3:30pm. Overtime hours may be available on Fridays.
Night Shift: Monday - Thursday 5pm - 3:30am with a $3/hour differential for pay.
What does a Nacelle Assembly Technician do?
- Efficiently assemble components utilizing both hand and power tools.
- Operate manufacturing equipment with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Adhere to Process Work Instructions and manual production processes, ensuring parts fit and are assembled correctly, including but not limited to bolts, screws, shafts, and bearings.
- Achieve production standards for various tasks within the allotted time frame.
- Handle materials by lifting, positioning, and/or removing them from the work area as needed.
- Manage materials using a bridge crane for loading, stacking, and transportation purposes.
- Interpret schematics to accurately assemble machine components.
- Collaborate with fellow assemblers to construct the final product.
- Test and inspect components to ensure they meet our standards of uniformity and quality.
If you have hands-on mechanical experience, take pride in quality workmanship, and can work effectively as part of a team to meet production goals, we encourage you to apply.
What are we looking for in Assembly Technician II?
- 3+ years of experience in wind, energy, or heavy industrial manufacturing, supporting complex mechanical assemblies such as large structural, drivetrain, or electromechanical components.
- 3+ years of advanced, hands-on experience using standard, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools, with proven ability to independently execute complex assemblies, maintain precise tool setup and accuracy, and safely diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.
- Ability to understand and apply mechanical and physical principles to solve problems involving machines, tools and physical systems.
- Ability to train others, read and follow written instructions in English.
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent is required.
Benefits Offered:
- Dental insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Educational Reimbursement.
- Health insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid Holidays.
- Professional development and training.
About Vestas:
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Assembly Technician
Verify your credentials match DOL skill requirements
PERM filings for Assembly Technician roles typically cite SOC code 51-2098 or 51-2099. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific assembly specialty to confirm your documented skills align with what employers list in their PERM job descriptions.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Employers sponsoring foreign workers through PERM must be authorized to hire non-citizens. Prioritize manufacturers and production facilities already enrolled in E-Verify, as they have the compliance infrastructure in place to support a full green card filing.
Search EB-3 assembly jobs through Migrate Mate
Filter your job search to employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history for production and assembly roles. Migrate Mate surfaces green-card-sponsoring employers by job category, so you're not guessing which manufacturers will actually file.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the company has completed PERM filings before and what their typical recruitment documentation process looks like. Employers unfamiliar with PERM's supervised recruitment requirements often delay filings by six to twelve months.
Check prevailing wage before your offer stage
DOL requires your employer to pay the prevailing wage for your assembly role and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your SOC code before you negotiate, so you can confirm any offer meets PERM requirements.
Document hands-on technical training for your I-140
EB-3 skilled worker petitions require proof you meet the job's minimum qualifications. Gather certificates from vocational programs, apprenticeships, or employer training records now. USCIS treats undocumented on-the-job training as insufficient without corroborating employer letters or certificates.
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Find Assembly Technician JobsAssembly Technician Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assembly Technician role qualify for an EB-3 green card?
Yes. Assembly Technician positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL first, then an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Unlike the H-1B, EB-3 has no annual lottery, though per-country backlogs apply for nationals from heavily oversubscribed countries.
How is EB-3 green card sponsorship different from H-1B for this role?
H-1B requires a specialty occupation with a bachelor's degree requirement, which most Assembly Technician roles don't meet. EB-3 covers skilled workers without a four-year degree requirement, making it the practical path for this title. EB-3 also leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status, and there's no lottery. The tradeoff is a longer overall timeline, typically two to four years for most nationalities.
What does PERM labor certification involve for assembly roles?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for your specific position at your worksite. This includes job postings, interviews, and documented rejections of U.S. applicants. The entire PERM recruitment and filing process typically runs six to twelve months before the I-140 petition can even be submitted to USCIS.
How can I find Assembly Technician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly, which makes identifying willing employers difficult. Migrate Mate filters Assembly Technician and production roles by employers with documented green card filing history, so you can focus your applications on manufacturers who have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor foreign workers through the full PERM and I-140 process.
Can I switch employers after my green card is filed?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or you've been in the adjustment of status queue for 180 days, you may be able to port to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification under AC21 portability rules. Assembly and production roles within the same SOC code group typically qualify, but you should confirm the new role matches your approved petition before switching.
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