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IT Support Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition. Sponsorship is permanent residency, not a temporary status, and IT support roles with specialized systems experience regularly clear the prevailing-wage and specialty requirements.
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INTRODUCTION
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
034499 Corporate IT Support Specialist (Open)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- This role is responsible for delivering timely technical support and maintaining ownership of assigned issues through resolution. The role requires strong customer service, technical troubleshooting, and effective coordination with internal IT teams and external vendors.
- Collaborates with infrastructure (network, workspace, database, server teams), security and application development teams to restore service and/or identify problems.
- Provides technical support to the organization's internal users of computer applications and hardware.
- Supports video conferencing and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom) and conference-room AV equipment, including meeting setup and live support for executive and high-visibility meetings.
- Responds to and resolves tickets via telephone, remotely, and in person, in a professional and timely manner and in accordance with IT Services procedures.
- Stages, re-stages, and configures new or existing endpoints (desktops, laptops, and mobile devices) as needed. Installs and configures printers and other peripherals as needed.
- Maintains ownership of assigned tickets through end user follow up. Documents complete and timely resolutions in the ticketing system and determines when to escalate.
- Provides on-site desk-side support, and remote assistance, for hardware, software, and peripheral issues, including support for the organization's hybrid and remote employees.
- Supports executive and C-level colleagues with a high level of professionalism, urgency, and discretion.
- Recommends policies/procedures to improve ticket resolution times.
- May be responsible for the building and deployment of IT assets.
- Participates on service desk project teams as requested, including occasional overnight travel for remote site implementations.
- Participates in rotating after-hours on-call schedule.
- Assists in creation of knowledge base articles for the IT services knowledge base.
- Adheres to IT services policies regarding incident, problem, change and service request management.
- Adheres to information security policies and protocols and promptly escalates suspected security incidents.
- Coordinates service with third party vendors for IT equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- The role requires a solid background in IT support, customer service, and end-user troubleshooting in a corporate environment. Candidates should be comfortable working independently on incidents and service requests while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality, especially when supporting executive users.
- Typically possesses a High School diploma (or equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience.
- General knowledge of IT functions required.
- Demonstrated skills in customer service, and verbal and written skills.
- Demonstrated skills in supporting the Windows operating system in a domain or cloud-managed (Azure AD / Entra ID, Intune/MDM) environment, and familiarity with supporting mobile platforms (iOS and Android).
- Good understanding of Microsoft 365 (including Outlook, Teams, and the Office applications).
- Good attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidential information is required.
- Experience supporting executive/C-level colleagues preferred.
- Experience providing desk side support in a corporate environment.
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range:
- The pay range for this position is $26.68 - $45.43. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $29.00 to $33.00. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
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EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an IT Support Specialist
Align your resume with PERM job requirements
Your resume must match the minimum requirements the employer will list in the PERM application exactly. If your credentials exceed those requirements, document only what the role needs to avoid PERM denial for overly restrictive qualifications.
Target employers already running PERM audits
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for IT support roles. Employers with prior IT Support Specialist certifications have established workflows and legal counsel, which shortens your path to a filed petition.
Verify your role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3
Use O*NET to confirm whether your IT Support Specialist duties align with the Job Zone 3 or Job Zone 4 classification. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree and specialized networking or cloud systems experience are more likely to qualify for EB-2 than general helpdesk positions.
Negotiate PERM filing into your offer letter
Ask employers to commit to a PERM start date in writing before you sign. Many IT support candidates accept offers assuming sponsorship will begin immediately, then wait 18 months or more before the employer files, losing priority date time.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter IT Support Specialist roles by employers with active PERM and I-140 filing history. This surfaces companies already running employment-based green card programs, not just those open to sponsorship in theory.
Request a prevailing-wage determination before PERM starts
Your employer must submit a prevailing-wage request to the OFLC Wage Search before advertising the role. Confirm they've done this early and that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL wage level for your work location, as underpaid offers get rejected.
Green Card IT Support Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Support Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most IT Support Specialist roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, particularly when the position requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of specialized experience. Roles with advanced degree requirements or specialized cloud, cybersecurity, or enterprise systems responsibilities may qualify under EB-2. The specific duties and minimum requirements the employer documents in the PERM application determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for IT Support Specialists?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no annual lottery at the EB-3 level for most countries, and your status does not expire as long as your application progresses. The tradeoff is time: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to five years, compared to a faster H-1B petition.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for IT support roles?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process through DOL to confirm no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For IT Support Specialist roles, that typically includes posting the job for 30 days, documenting candidate rejections with specific lawful reasons, and submitting the completed ETA 9089 form to OFLC. Audit rates are higher for IT roles, so documentation must be precise.
How can I find IT Support Specialist jobs where the employer already sponsors green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search IT Support Specialist roles filtered by employers with confirmed PERM and I-140 filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already sponsored workers in similar roles rather than hoping a new employer will start a process. This significantly reduces the time between offer and filing.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed for an IT Support Specialist role?
You can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current, using AC21 portability, provided the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. IT support roles generally port to other IT support or systems administration roles. Changing employers before I-140 approval means starting PERM over from the beginning with the new company.