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Installation Technician roles qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, and some advanced or supervisory positions may meet EB-2 criteria. Employers file the I-140 immigrant petition after PERM approval, putting you on a path to lawful permanent residency. Priority dates and country of birth affect your wait, so starting the sponsorship conversation early matters.
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Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.
Job Summary
Responsible for broadband installation and troubleshooting activities for voice, video and data services. Completes field assessments, meets/exceeds company standards/metrics and completes necessary certifications and education for current role and for consideration for advancement to the next level. Functions in an entry-level position, with an increasing degree of proficiency and decreasing degree of onsite-supervision to complete installation and troubleshooting activities. Continued employment is contingent upon achieving required training, certifications and safety requirements. Works on straightforward tasks using established procedures.
Job Description
Compensation: $20/hour, plus quarterly bonuses and paid training. Comprehensive benefits are effective on Day 1 and include health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-observed holidays, and discounted cable services.
In this role, you will work directly in customers’ homes and neighborhoods to install new services, restore connectivity, and ensure a positive customer experience. The work is physical and performed in a variety of environments, including outdoor conditions and confined spaces. This role requires reliable, consistent attendance and flexibility to work a variety of schedules—including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime (such as four 10-hour days or extended shifts when needed).
Core Responsibilities
- Perform residential installations, service changes, and disconnects while following safe work practices, company procedures, and applicable electrical and safety codes.
- Complete service calls by diagnosing and resolving issues from the network connection to customer equipment.
- Install and support basic home networks using coaxial cable, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi technology based on customer needs.
- Verify service quality using required testing tools and make adjustments to deliver reliable performance.
- Educate customers on products, services, equipment use, and setting appropriate expectations.
- Accurately document completed work and update customer accounts using digital tools.
- Maintain, clean, and stock assigned vehicle, tools, and equipment; report safety concerns, incidents, or vehicle issues promptly.
- Operate ladders, hand tools, meters, and light power tools safely and correctly.
- Work at heights up to 26 ft. on ladders, roofs, poles, or bucket trucks as required.
- Works within manufacturer's rated weight capacity for all equipment, including but not limited to ladders and aerial lifts.
- Lift and carry equipment weighing 70 pounds or more; work in crawl spaces or attics; and perform duties near electrical sources.
- Drive a company vehicle safely and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Complete required training, certifications, background checks, and licensing within defined timeframes.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, supervisors, and coworkers.
- Meet or exceed established performance and safety standards.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
- Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
- Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
- Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
- Drive results and growth.
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
Disclaimer:
This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Customer-Focused; Professional Etiquette; Technical Knowledge; Adaptability; Self Motivation; Critical Thinking Problem Solving; Communication; Resilience
Salary:
Base Pay: $20.00
The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
High School Diploma / GED
Certifications (if applicable)
Relevant Work Experience
INTRODUCTION
Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast.
Job Summary
Responsible for broadband installation and troubleshooting activities for voice, video and data services. Completes field assessments, meets/exceeds company standards/metrics and completes necessary certifications and education for current role and for consideration for advancement to the next level. Functions in an entry-level position, with an increasing degree of proficiency and decreasing degree of onsite-supervision to complete installation and troubleshooting activities. Continued employment is contingent upon achieving required training, certifications and safety requirements. Works on straightforward tasks using established procedures.
Job Description
Compensation: $20/hour, plus quarterly bonuses and paid training. Comprehensive benefits are effective on Day 1 and include health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-observed holidays, and discounted cable services.
In this role, you will work directly in customers’ homes and neighborhoods to install new services, restore connectivity, and ensure a positive customer experience. The work is physical and performed in a variety of environments, including outdoor conditions and confined spaces. This role requires reliable, consistent attendance and flexibility to work a variety of schedules—including nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional overtime (such as four 10-hour days or extended shifts when needed).
Core Responsibilities
- Perform residential installations, service changes, and disconnects while following safe work practices, company procedures, and applicable electrical and safety codes.
- Complete service calls by diagnosing and resolving issues from the network connection to customer equipment.
- Install and support basic home networks using coaxial cable, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi technology based on customer needs.
- Verify service quality using required testing tools and make adjustments to deliver reliable performance.
- Educate customers on products, services, equipment use, and setting appropriate expectations.
- Accurately document completed work and update customer accounts using digital tools.
- Maintain, clean, and stock assigned vehicle, tools, and equipment; report safety concerns, incidents, or vehicle issues promptly.
- Operate ladders, hand tools, meters, and light power tools safely and correctly.
- Work at heights up to 26 ft. on ladders, roofs, poles, or bucket trucks as required.
- Works within manufacturer's rated weight capacity for all equipment, including but not limited to ladders and aerial lifts.
- Lift and carry equipment weighing 70 pounds or more; work in crawl spaces or attics; and perform duties near electrical sources.
- Drive a company vehicle safely and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Complete required training, certifications, background checks, and licensing within defined timeframes.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with customers, supervisors, and coworkers.
- Meet or exceed established performance and safety standards.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
- Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
- Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
- Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
- Drive results and growth.
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead.
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
Disclaimer:
This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Customer-Focused; Professional Etiquette; Technical Knowledge; Adaptability; Self Motivation; Critical Thinking Problem Solving; Communication; Resilience
Salary:
Base Pay: $20.00
The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
High School Diploma / GED
Certifications (if applicable)
Relevant Work Experience
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Installation Technician
Document your technical certifications before applying
PERM requires your employer to verify you meet the job's minimum requirements at the time of filing. Gather any OSHA, BICSI, NECA, or manufacturer-issued certifications now so there are no gaps when the labor certification audit window opens.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
Contractors and systems integrators who use E-Verify for employment eligibility are already comfortable with government compliance workflows, making them far more likely to take on PERM sponsorship for skilled installation roles than employers with no prior experience.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Installation Technician openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies that have never filed a PERM labor certification for this occupation.
Clarify the job duties match PERM requirements
Before accepting an offer, confirm the written job description covers the specific installation duties the employer will advertise in the PERM process. A mismatch between your day-to-day work and the certified role can delay or invalidate the petition.
Ask about priority date strategy during offer negotiations
Your country of birth determines how long you wait once the I-140 is approved. Applicants from high-backlog countries should ask employers whether they plan to file the I-140 at premium processing speeds to lock in an earlier priority date.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location under PERM. Cross-check your offered wages against the OFLC Wage Search before signing so you know the employer's filing won't face a wage-compliance challenge.
Green Card Installation Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Installation Technician role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Installation Technician positions typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers occupations requiring at least two years of training or experience. The employer must complete PERM labor certification through DOL, then file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Supervisory or highly specialized installation roles with a bachelor's degree requirement may qualify under EB-2 instead.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, which most installation technician positions do not meet, and it comes with an annual lottery cap. EB-3 PERM sponsorship has no lottery and is designed for skilled trades. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes six months to over a year before the I-140 stage even begins.
Which employers typically sponsor green cards for Installation Technicians?
Large telecommunications carriers, commercial electrical contractors, AV systems integrators, and utility infrastructure companies are the most active EB-3 sponsors for installation roles. These employers run high-volume hiring operations and have established relationships with immigration counsel experienced in PERM filings. You can search for employers with verified sponsorship history using Migrate Mate, which filters openings by green card filing activity.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers mid-process?
If you change employers before the I-140 is approved, the PERM certification is generally tied to the sponsoring employer and cannot transfer. After I-140 approval and 180 days of pending adjustment of status, portability rules under AC21 may allow you to move to a similar role without restarting the entire process. Confirm the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification before making a move.
How do I find out if my country of birth will affect my green card wait time?
The State Department publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin showing priority date cutoffs by preference category and country of birth. EB-3 applicants born in countries like India and China face multi-year backlogs, while most other nationalities move through EB-3 much faster. Check the current Visa Bulletin on the USCIS website to understand where your priority date falls before evaluating a sponsorship offer.