Diesel Mechanic Green Card Jobs
Diesel Mechanic roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, requiring employers to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. Candidates with journeyman-level credentials or ASE certifications strengthen the PERM audit record. Find Diesel Mechanic jobs with green card sponsorship from employers already familiar with the EB-3 filing process.
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Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech I), you’ll use your skills (diesel, automotive, welding or other mechanical) to perform maintenance tasks as well as minor repairs on equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards higher level Tech roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.
What you'll do:
- Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use
- Report machine condition to Management
- Perform minor repairs of rental equipment and tools including checking oil, grease, fluids and tagging of equipment for rental ready status
- Demonstrate equipment for customers
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Other duties assigned as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Basic knowledge of construction equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
WHY JOIN US?
We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- An inclusive and welcoming culture
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings.
For Canadian benefits, click here.
United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
INTRODUCTION
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech I), you’ll use your skills (diesel, automotive, welding or other mechanical) to perform maintenance tasks as well as minor repairs on equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards higher level Tech roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.
What you'll do:
- Perform maintenance checks on rental equipment before and after use
- Report machine condition to Management
- Perform minor repairs of rental equipment and tools including checking oil, grease, fluids and tagging of equipment for rental ready status
- Demonstrate equipment for customers
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Other duties assigned as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- Basic knowledge of construction equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
WHY JOIN US?
We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- An inclusive and welcoming culture
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings.
For Canadian benefits, click here.
United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Diesel Mechanic
Document your certifications before applying
ASE certifications, state-issued journeyman cards, and manufacturer training records all feed directly into your PERM audit file. Gather original certificates, transcripts, and employer verification letters now so nothing delays your I-140 later.
Target fleet operators and large contractors
Long-haul trucking fleets, construction equipment contractors, and municipal transit agencies run dedicated HR departments with established PERM workflows. Smaller independent shops rarely have the infrastructure to manage a multi-year green card filing.
Search Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to find Diesel Mechanic roles at employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Filtering by green card sponsorship upfront saves months of outreach to employers who have never run a PERM recruitment.
Verify the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
DOL sets the wage floor your employer must pay throughout your green card process. Cross-check any offer against the OFLC Wage Search for your job title and county so the LCA your employer files doesn't lock you into a below-market rate.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to run documented recruitment before filing. Confirm whether that recruitment has already started or still needs to be planned, since delays at this stage can push your priority date back by six months or more.
Use your O*NET profile to defend specialty occupation
If an employer misclassifies your role or writes a job description that blurs diesel and general auto repair, the PERM filing can attract a DOL audit. Reference the O*NET profile for your exact SOC code to keep the job duties specific and defensible.
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Find Diesel Mechanic JobsDiesel Mechanic Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Diesel Mechanic qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Diesel Mechanic roles fall under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, then submits an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Most journeyman-level diesel technicians meet the skill threshold without a four-year degree.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The H-1B requires a specialty occupation typically tied to a bachelor's degree, which most diesel mechanic roles don't meet, and it's subject to an annual lottery. EB-3 has no lottery and no degree requirement for skilled workers. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification adds six to twelve months before USCIS even sees your petition, and nationals from high-demand countries face priority date backlogs.
How can I find Diesel Mechanic jobs that sponsor green cards?
Most employers don't advertise PERM sponsorship in job postings. Migrate Mate lets you search Diesel Mechanic roles filtered by employers with documented EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies that have run the PERM process before rather than asking employers to start from scratch.
What documentation does my employer need for the PERM filing?
DOL requires the employer to document a good-faith recruitment effort, including job postings, applications received, and reasons U.S. applicants were rejected. You'll also need to supply your own credentials: ASE certifications, prior employer letters confirming your experience, and any relevant vocational training records. Gaps or inconsistencies in either set of documents are the leading cause of PERM audits.
Can I change jobs after my employer files the I-140?
Once your I-140 is approved and has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. For diesel mechanics, a role involving heavy vehicle repair or fleet maintenance at a new employer would generally qualify. Confirm the job duties match closely before switching, since USCIS reviews portability claims during adjustment of status.
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