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Equipment Manager jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, proving no qualified U.S. workers are available before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. EB-2 or EB-3 classification depends on your degree and years of progressive experience managing equipment fleets, maintenance programs, or asset inventories.
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Get Access To All JobsDate Posted:
2026-11-09
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT098: CSV - COLUMBUS, OH 777 Dearborn Park Ln Suite L, COLUMBUS, OH, 43228 USA
Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?
Otis is growing and we are recruiting a talented New Equipment Field Leader to take responsibility for the leadership and management of volume installation / construction projects within the Columbus territory.
On a typical day you will:
- Define project objectives and manage installation projects
- Manage administrative and material tasks
- Ensure that the project runs on time and on budget, monitoring teams and/or subcontractors
- Work closely with the project team to mitigate any safety, ethics and quality risks
- Work closely with local authorities on document submissions, site inspections for a smooth project completion
- Ensure customer satisfaction, engineering support and improved profitability
What you will need to be successful:
- A high school education is required; BA/BS degree preferred or equivalent relevant work experience (at least 7 years)
- You have experience with the elevator and building trades
- Safety is your top priority
- You have excellent communication skills and leadership skills, and the ability to work in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
- You are self-reliant, with strong computer and organizational skills and business acumen
What’s In it For Me / Benefits:
You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.
We offer you remuneration in accordance with local standards plus:
Otis currently provides our colleagues with the following benefits:
- 401(k) plan that includes generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for colleagues and their eligible dependents, beginning on their first day of employment
- Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
- Paid sick leave - Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Voluntary benefits, such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
- Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
Apply today to join us and build what’s next!
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
Date Posted:
2026-11-09
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT098: CSV - COLUMBUS, OH 777 Dearborn Park Ln Suite L, COLUMBUS, OH, 43228 USA
Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity?
Otis is growing and we are recruiting a talented New Equipment Field Leader to take responsibility for the leadership and management of volume installation / construction projects within the Columbus territory.
On a typical day you will:
- Define project objectives and manage installation projects
- Manage administrative and material tasks
- Ensure that the project runs on time and on budget, monitoring teams and/or subcontractors
- Work closely with the project team to mitigate any safety, ethics and quality risks
- Work closely with local authorities on document submissions, site inspections for a smooth project completion
- Ensure customer satisfaction, engineering support and improved profitability
What you will need to be successful:
- A high school education is required; BA/BS degree preferred or equivalent relevant work experience (at least 7 years)
- You have experience with the elevator and building trades
- Safety is your top priority
- You have excellent communication skills and leadership skills, and the ability to work in a highly team-oriented and dynamic environment
- You are self-reliant, with strong computer and organizational skills and business acumen
What’s In it For Me / Benefits:
You will receive a long-term employment contract with the world market leader in a crisis-proof industry.
We offer you remuneration in accordance with local standards plus:
Otis currently provides our colleagues with the following benefits:
- 401(k) plan that includes generous company match and a separate automatic retirement contribution
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage for colleagues and their eligible dependents, beginning on their first day of employment
- Three weeks paid vacation and paid company holidays
- Paid sick leave - Employee assistance and wellness incentive programs
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Voluntary benefits, such as legal, pet, home, and auto insurance
- Birth/adoption and parental leave benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Peer recognition and service anniversary awards, as well as spot performance bonus opportunities
Apply today to join us and build what’s next!
If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.
When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis.
Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext!
Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Equipment Manager
Align your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
Pull your transcripts and employment records before you apply. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience; EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree or two-plus years of skilled work in equipment management.
Use O*NET to match your experience
O*NET lists the core tasks and skills tied to Equipment Manager roles under specific SOC codes. Matching your resume language to those definitions strengthens the PERM job description and reduces the risk of a DOL audit or denial.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Target employers who have already completed PERM filings for Equipment Manager roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you're not guessing which companies will sponsor your category.
Confirm the employer runs a compliant PERM recruitment test
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the employer has PERM experience and a legal team. The recruitment test requires specific advertising steps across job boards and print media; employers unfamiliar with the process often stall or abandon filings mid-way.
Check prevailing wage early with OFLC Wage Search
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your role, level, and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage tier before salary negotiations so you can flag a shortfall before it delays your PERM certification.
Track your priority date if you're from India or China
EB-2 and EB-3 both carry per-country limits. Nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs after the I-140 is approved. Monitor the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly to understand when your date becomes current.
Green Card Equipment Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card category covers Equipment Manager roles?
Most Equipment Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, requiring at least two years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree in a related field such as operations management or engineering technology. Candidates with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience may qualify under EB-2, which carries a higher credential threshold but the same PERM labor certification requirement.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and tied to a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, with an annual lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM is a permanent process: the employer files a prevailing wage determination with DOL, conducts a formal recruitment test, then files an I-140 with USCIS. There is no lottery, but per-country limits create priority-date backlogs for some nationalities.
How long does the PERM process take for Equipment Manager positions?
PERM processing times vary based on DOL workload and whether your application is selected for audit. The recruitment test phase alone takes several months before the employer can file. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 with USCIS, and you file an I-485 adjustment of status or pursue consular processing once your priority date is current. USCIS does not publish fixed timelines for these combined stages.
Where can I find employers who already sponsor green cards for Equipment Managers?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM and green card sponsorship history by occupation code, so you can focus your search on companies that have already navigated the process for roles in your category. Targeting these employers reduces the risk of pursuing an offer from a company that abandons the filing after you've accepted the position.
Can I switch employers after my green card process starts?
AC21 job portability lets you change employers once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupation. If your original I-140 was already approved, your priority date can carry over to your new employer's I-140 petition, so you don't lose your place in the queue by changing companies.