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Field Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing your I-140 petition. Infrastructure, energy, and telecom companies regularly sponsor foreign professionals in this role, making it a strong target for candidates pursuing permanent U.S. residency.
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SEMA Construction, Inc., recently named a Top Workplace, is looking for well-rounded FIELD HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS serving our Denton, TX jobsites and surrounding area for large construction projects. SEMA Construction offers top industry wages and a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision. Compensation based on experience. SEMA Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation based upon experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5 years experience with repair of Caterpillar and Kenworth equipment.
- CAT ET/SIS, Cummins Insite - able to perform troubleshooting, install, remove, rebuild, replace, repair, in-frame, test, adjust, and PM service.
- Proficient to expert with electrical, air systems, drive train, power train, hydraulic, pumps, valves, undercarriage, implements, emission and regeneration systems on various models of heavy construction equipment and trucks.
- Extensive knowledge to include component rebuild repair.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receives written or oral instructions from supervisor regarding equipment to be serviced.
- Troubleshoot, rebuilds, replaces and repairs tires, brakes, drive train, power train, electrical, hydraulic and emissions systems.
- Inspects, cleans, maintains, and lubricates equipment.
- Able to make accurate and timely repairs while keeping a clean and organized work area.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years minimum experience in Heavy Equipment, class 8 truck and component repair.
- Trade School in Diesel Tech or Apprentice Program.
- Ability to lift 75 lbs.
- Must hold a valid driver license with a clean driving record.
- Class A or Class B CDL preferred but not required.
- Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred but not required.
JOB TYPE
- Full-time
PAY
- $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
WORK LOCATION
- In person
SEMA Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job description
SEMA Construction, Inc., recently named a Top Workplace, is looking for well-rounded FIELD HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANICS serving our Denton, TX jobsites and surrounding area for large construction projects. SEMA Construction offers top industry wages and a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision. Compensation based on experience. SEMA Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation based upon experience.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 5 years experience with repair of Caterpillar and Kenworth equipment.
- CAT ET/SIS, Cummins Insite - able to perform troubleshooting, install, remove, rebuild, replace, repair, in-frame, test, adjust, and PM service.
- Proficient to expert with electrical, air systems, drive train, power train, hydraulic, pumps, valves, undercarriage, implements, emission and regeneration systems on various models of heavy construction equipment and trucks.
- Extensive knowledge to include component rebuild repair.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receives written or oral instructions from supervisor regarding equipment to be serviced.
- Troubleshoot, rebuilds, replaces and repairs tires, brakes, drive train, power train, electrical, hydraulic and emissions systems.
- Inspects, cleans, maintains, and lubricates equipment.
- Able to make accurate and timely repairs while keeping a clean and organized work area.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 years minimum experience in Heavy Equipment, class 8 truck and component repair.
- Trade School in Diesel Tech or Apprentice Program.
- Ability to lift 75 lbs.
- Must hold a valid driver license with a clean driving record.
- Class A or Class B CDL preferred but not required.
- Self-motivated with strong work ethic.
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred but not required.
JOB TYPE
- Full-time
PAY
- $25.00 - $45.00 per hour
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
WORK LOCATION
- In person
SEMA Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Field Engineer
Document your engineering credentials early
PERM requires your degree and experience to match the job description precisely. Get your foreign engineering degree evaluated by a NACES-member credential evaluator before applying, so employers aren't waiting on paperwork when they're ready to file.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Infrastructure contractors, oil and gas operators, and telecom firms file PERM for Field Engineers regularly. Search OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 17-2199 to identify companies that have sponsored this exact role in the past two years.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring roles
Not every Field Engineer posting mentions green card sponsorship in the job description. Migrate Mate filters roles by employers with EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can target positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Clarify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your job duties determine your DOL wage level under PERM, not your job title. Ask the hiring manager which wage level the LCA will use. Being classified at Level I versus Level II can affect your offer negotiation and long-term compensation.
Confirm your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
Field Engineer positions vary widely in required education. Roles requiring only a two-year degree or equivalent experience typically fall under EB-3 Skilled Worker. If the position requires a bachelor's in engineering or higher, you may qualify under EB-3 Professional or EB-2.
Ask employers about concurrent I-485 filing eligibility
If your priority date is current when your I-140 is approved, you can file for adjustment of status at the same time. USCIS allows concurrent filing for nationals from most countries, which shortens your path to a green card significantly.
Green Card Field Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Engineer roles commonly qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Field Engineer positions that require a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field typically qualify under EB-3 Professional or EB-2. Roles requiring only an associate degree or equivalent experience fall under EB-3 Skilled Worker. The specific educational requirement written into the job description determines which category USCIS reviews, so the employer's PERM job order language matters.
How does the PERM green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Field Engineers?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal every three years, with an annual lottery cap that creates uncertainty. PERM-based sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery and no cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The tradeoff is time: PERM requires DOL labor certification, followed by I-140 approval and adjustment of status, which can take two to four years or longer for nationals from high-backlog countries.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must complete a supervised recruitment process showing no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This includes posting the position through DOL-required channels, documenting applicant rejections, and filing the ETA Form 9089 with the DOL. The employer, not you, drives this process. PERM audits and requests for additional documentation can add six to twelve months beyond the standard processing window.
How can I find Field Engineer jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Many Field Engineer postings don't mention green card sponsorship explicitly, even when the employer has a history of PERM filings. Migrate Mate surfaces roles by filtering employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you spend less time applying to companies that have never sponsored a foreign worker in this role.
Can fieldwork or project-site assignments complicate my green card application?
They can. PERM requires the job location to be specific, and your I-485 adjustment of status ties you to the sponsoring employer and role. If your Field Engineer position involves rotating assignments across multiple states or project sites, the employer's immigration counsel needs to document the primary worksite carefully. Frequent reassignments after I-485 filing may trigger USCIS scrutiny if the role or location changes materially.