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Forklift Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. workers are available before filing your I-140 immigrant petition. Diesel and electric forklift repair experience, manufacturer certifications, and hands-on diagnostics credentials strengthen your green card sponsorship case.
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Get Access To All JobsForklift Mechanic, Earn up to $37.60 hr
Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts
Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our very own employee resorts.
Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers.
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R+L Carriers - Women in Trucking
R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Forklift Mechanics at our Waller, TX Service Center. Preferred Candidates will have the ability to lift up to 125lbs, work in a fast-paced environment as well as rebuild, repair, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic lifts. Other duties as required by management.
Requirements / Qualifications:
- Must have a clean driving record for the past 5 years.
- 3 years of experience with the repair/maintenance of industrial fork trucks.
- Electric & manual pallet jack repair/maintenance experience.
- Aerial lift repair/maintenance experience would be a plus.
- Must be able to use a computer for several different tasks including creating repair work orders.
- Must have your own tools on site. The company will provide specialized tools.
- Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
- Work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated.
Benefits: R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
About us: R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believe our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (“R+L Carriers”) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.
Forklift Mechanic, Earn up to $37.60 hr
Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts
Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes our very own employee resorts.
Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers.
Company Culture
R+L Carriers - Women in Trucking
R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Forklift Mechanics at our Waller, TX Service Center. Preferred Candidates will have the ability to lift up to 125lbs, work in a fast-paced environment as well as rebuild, repair, and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, and hydraulic lifts. Other duties as required by management.
Requirements / Qualifications:
- Must have a clean driving record for the past 5 years.
- 3 years of experience with the repair/maintenance of industrial fork trucks.
- Electric & manual pallet jack repair/maintenance experience.
- Aerial lift repair/maintenance experience would be a plus.
- Must be able to use a computer for several different tasks including creating repair work orders.
- Must have your own tools on site. The company will provide specialized tools.
- Must be able to lift 100 lbs.
- Work in a fast-paced environment and be self-motivated.
Benefits: R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays, and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.
About us: R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believe our customers select us because of the efforts of our employees.
R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (“R+L Carriers”) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Forklift Technician
Document your forklift certifications before applying
Gather manufacturer training records, lift truck service certifications, and any OSHA-related safety documentation. PERM requires your employer to verify that your qualifications match the job requirements exactly, so gaps in documented credentials can stall the labor certification filing.
Target warehousing and logistics employers with E-Verify enrollment
Employers enrolled in E-Verify have already built immigration compliance infrastructure, which correlates strongly with willingness to sponsor PERM-based green cards. Warehousing, cold storage, and third-party logistics companies with large forklift fleets hire technicians at volumes that make sponsorship economically practical for them.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter by EB-3 sponsorship history and forklift or industrial equipment job categories to find employers who have filed PERM applications for this role type. Migrate Mate surfaces that filing history so you're not guessing which companies are actually willing to sponsor.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay you the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level throughout the PERM process. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your zip code before accepting an offer, so you can flag any shortfall before filing begins.
Understand that EB-3 has no annual lottery unlike H-1B
PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship doesn't involve an H-1B visa-style random selection lottery, so your employer can file your I-140 once PERM is certified without waiting for a draw. For nationals from non-backlogged countries, this path moves on a predictable timeline rather than a chance-based one.
Ask employers specifically about concurrent I-485 filing eligibility
Once USCIS approves your I-140, you may be able to file your I-485 adjustment of status application concurrently if a visa number is immediately available. Confirming this with your prospective employer's immigration counsel before signing an offer letter clarifies your realistic path to a green card.
Green Card Forklift Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Forklift Technician job qualify for green card sponsorship?
Yes. Forklift Technician roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers occupations requiring at least two years of training or experience. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then submits an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty occupation and is subject to an annual cap and lottery, making it difficult to obtain for skilled trades roles like Forklift Technician. EB-3 is designed specifically for skilled workers without a degree requirement, has no lottery, and leads directly to permanent residency rather than a temporary status that must be renewed.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Forklift Technician?
The full process typically spans two to four years depending on DOL processing backlogs, your country of birth, and USCIS adjudication times. PERM labor certification currently takes six months to over a year at DOL. Once USCIS approves your I-140, nationals from most countries outside China and India can file for adjustment of status relatively quickly.
Where can I find Forklift Technician jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for employers with a documented history of EB-3 and PERM filings for skilled trades and industrial maintenance roles. Filtering by sponsorship history rather than job title alone helps you identify warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing employers who have gone through this process before and are willing to do so again.
What qualifications does my employer need to include in the PERM job description?
Your employer must list only the minimum qualifications genuinely required for the Forklift Technician role, not qualifications tailored to match your resume specifically. DOL scrutinizes job requirements for signs of restriction. Manufacturer certifications, specific lift truck experience, and electrical or hydraulic diagnostic skills are defensible if they reflect actual operational needs at the worksite.