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Equipment Mechanic roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through PERM labor certification, and some senior positions meet EB-2 criteria for advanced-degree professionals. Employers file the I-140 petition after USCIS certifies the PERM, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization.
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The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Equipment Mechanic 2 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is responsible for equipment repair and maintenance for the department’s fleet.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance;
- Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to electrical, charging, starting, fuel, suspension, engine, transmission, air conditioning, body, brakes, chassis, exhaust, drive axle, and heating and cooling systems;
- Perform tune-ups and emissions testing;
- Clean and maintain all equipment properly;
- Utilize the work order system to record labor;
- Stock critical spares and maintain adequate supplies;
- Order parts and supplies as needed from approved parts vendors, distributors and dealerships;
- Respond to emergency calls for service; and
- Other duties as assigned.
To see the full Class Specifications, visit: Class Specifications
Required Qualifications
- This position requires completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program; OR
- Completion of the Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service; OR
- One (1) year of experience as an Equipment Mechanic 1 in Nevada State Service; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
This position requires a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License and a Refrigerant Recovery License within 365 days of employment.
Physical Demands
This job requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos and solvents; biohazards; frequent lifting, climbing, moving and installing of heavy objects, many in awkward, confined, restricted or high locations; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside.
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree and pushing and/or pulling; exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License are encouraged to apply.
Schedule
The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position may be able to elect an alternative work schedule.
This position is part of the Facilities Services Weather Essential Personnel and may be required to report to work for their regularly scheduled shift without any phone/cell phone notification; and is subject to a variable workweek schedule.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation Grade
31
In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.
To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, CBA A, E, F, & I; PP01 or PP02.
For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator.
Perks of PERS
Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.
“I’m so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. I was able to retire at age 60 with a paycheck close to my full salary. I watched the solid performance of PERS funds for 25 years. Even in times of a poor economy, PERS kept it together! I’m completely secure and confident that my retirement will always be there for me.” – Robin F.
Perks of Working at UNR
- Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
- Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life’s difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
- Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC
Grant-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses. Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
Department Information
The Facilities Services Department is an organizational unit of the Division of Administration and Finance, and includes Planning and Construction Services, Parking and Transportation Services, and Maintenance Services. For more information, please visit: Facilities Services
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions
Job Description
The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Equipment Mechanic 2 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is responsible for equipment repair and maintenance for the department’s fleet.
Duties include (but are not limited to):
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance;
- Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to electrical, charging, starting, fuel, suspension, engine, transmission, air conditioning, body, brakes, chassis, exhaust, drive axle, and heating and cooling systems;
- Perform tune-ups and emissions testing;
- Clean and maintain all equipment properly;
- Utilize the work order system to record labor;
- Stock critical spares and maintain adequate supplies;
- Order parts and supplies as needed from approved parts vendors, distributors and dealerships;
- Respond to emergency calls for service; and
- Other duties as assigned.
To see the full Class Specifications, visit: Class Specifications
Required Qualifications
- This position requires completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program; OR
- Completion of the Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service; OR
- One (1) year of experience as an Equipment Mechanic 1 in Nevada State Service; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
This position requires a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License and a Refrigerant Recovery License within 365 days of employment.
Physical Demands
This job requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos and solvents; biohazards; frequent lifting, climbing, moving and installing of heavy objects, many in awkward, confined, restricted or high locations; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside.
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree and pushing and/or pulling; exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with a State of Nevada 2G Emission Repairman’s License are encouraged to apply.
Schedule
The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position may be able to elect an alternative work schedule.
This position is part of the Facilities Services Weather Essential Personnel and may be required to report to work for their regularly scheduled shift without any phone/cell phone notification; and is subject to a variable workweek schedule.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation Grade
31
In classified service, salary is in Grade and Step. The Step is determined based on the Nevada Administrative Code. Salary placement above a Step 01 at initial appointment is determined based on the recruitment, the candidate’s qualifications, internal equity and budgets. A request to accelerate salary must be approved by Human Resources and abide by the Nevada Administrative Code.
To view the classified compensation schedules, please visit: Classified Compensation. Select Salary schedule, CBA A, E, F, & I; PP01 or PP02.
For more information, visit the Classified Salary Calculator.
Perks of PERS
Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire. The PERS retirement plan is beyond compare. Please visit the Benefit Estimator Retirement Calculator for more information.
“I’m so thankful that I followed the path that lead me to a PERS retirement. I was able to retire at age 60 with a paycheck close to my full salary. I watched the solid performance of PERS funds for 25 years. Even in times of a poor economy, PERS kept it together! I’m completely secure and confident that my retirement will always be there for me.” – Robin F.
Perks of Working at UNR
- Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
- Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life’s difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
- Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate. SEC
Grant-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses. Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program
Department Information
The Facilities Services Department is an organizational unit of the Division of Administration and Finance, and includes Planning and Construction Services, Parking and Transportation Services, and Maintenance Services. For more information, please visit: Facilities Services
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Equipment Mechanic
Document your certifications before applying
Gather ASE certifications, OEM training records, and any journeyman credentials now. PERM requires employers to prove your qualifications match the job description exactly, and gaps in documentation can delay or derail the labor certification filing.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Focus on heavy equipment dealers, mining operations, construction contractors, and utility companies that regularly sponsor maintenance technicians. Employers with established PERM processes move faster and face fewer DOL audit risks than first-time sponsors.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring roles
Search Equipment Mechanic positions on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active EB-3 sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship intent upfront eliminates months of outreach to employers who won't file a PERM for a trade-skills role.
Verify your wage against the prevailing wage standard
Before accepting an offer, check your job title's Level I or Level II wage using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for PERM to be certified, regardless of what a local employer typically pays.
Ask employers about the recruitment attestation timeline
PERM requires employers to conduct good-faith U.S. worker recruitment before filing. Ask prospective sponsors how far along they are in that process, since waiting for recruitment to complete can add three to six months before the DOL application is even submitted.
Understand how EB-3 priority dates affect your wait
EB-3 has no annual cap at the petition stage, but your priority date determines when a green card number becomes available. Nationals from India and China face significant backlogs; nationals from most other countries move through the queue much faster.
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Find Equipment Mechanic JobsEquipment Mechanic Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Can an Equipment Mechanic role qualify for EB-2 or only EB-3?
Most Equipment Mechanic positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 is available if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree, such as a supervisory or engineering-adjacent role, and the employer can document that requirement. Standard trade-level mechanic jobs are almost always filed under EB-3.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Equipment Mechanic roles rarely qualify for H-1B because they don't typically meet the specialty occupation standard requiring a specific bachelor's degree. Green card sponsorship through EB-3 PERM is the primary permanent pathway. There's no lottery, no annual cap at the petition stage, and the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status tied to one employer.
Where can I find employers who sponsor Equipment Mechanics for green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Equipment Mechanic roles filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history. This is more effective than general job searching because it surfaces companies that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process for similar roles, reducing the risk of pursuing an employer who declines to sponsor after an offer is made.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a mechanic position?
Your employer files the PERM application with DOL after completing a mandatory recruitment period to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. DOL must certify the application before USCIS can approve the I-140 immigrant petition. Standard PERM processing currently runs six to eighteen months, and an audit from DOL can extend that timeline further.
Does my O*NET job zone classification affect green card eligibility as a mechanic?
O*NET classifies most Equipment Mechanic roles in Job Zone 3, which maps to EB-3 skilled worker eligibility and requires demonstrated training or apprenticeship experience. Your employer's PERM application must accurately reflect the O*NET-aligned duties and minimum requirements. Overstating requirements to reach EB-2 without legitimate justification creates audit risk with DOL.
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