Maintenance Manager Green Card Jobs
Maintenance Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which permanently ties your immigration status to your employer rather than a temporary visa cycle. Employers must document the role's requirements and recruit domestically before filing, making credential preparation and employer targeting critical steps in your sponsorship strategy.
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Johnson Brothers is a multi-generational family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor in the United States. Founded by Lynn Johnson in 1953, the company remains committed to its founding values of work ethic, passion, innovation, teamwork, excellence, and integrity. Through forging strong partnerships with top-tier suppliers globally, Johnson Brothers offers an exceptional portfolio of world-class brands to customer partners across 17 states. With a dedicated team of 3,800, Johnson Brothers remains committed to delivering excellence and continued growth across its operations. For the second consecutive year, Johnson Brothers has been honored as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the supervision of all maintenance and facilities staff, negotiation and oversight of building contracts and services, responsibility for upkeep of total campus including day to day maintenance operations as well as preventative maintenance. Serve as a professional member of the management team, assisting in long range strategic planning and ongoing problem solving. Assist the Director of Operations with operational issues as needed.
Job Description:
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Maintenance Manager supervises facilities and maintenance personnel, giving direction, administering any needed correction, and evaluating performance on a regular basis.
- Take responsibility for all aspects of the physical upkeep of the properties, keeping buildings and equipment, including conveyor system, in good repair. Do daily rounds to identify immediate maintenance and/or housekeeping issues. Ensure that all preventative maintenance and work orders are completed in a timely and thorough manner.
- Ensure MEPFS (mechanical, electric, plumbing, fire, security) systems function and apply with standards and are repaired as needed. Ensure compliance with MEPFS inspections, testing and certification requirements.
- Maintain building and conveyor parts inventory and maintenance and facilities management system.
- Develops and maintains outside vendor and service provider relationships; negotiates services and costs.
- Provide facility and company-wide technical, engineering and project management leadership and support.
- Aid in the development of preventative, corrective, and operational procedures.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Skills & Abilities
- Experience supervising staff with a demonstrated ability to use good judgment in dealing with employee issues.
- Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance involving mechanical and electrical systems, conveyor systems, HVAC, fire safety systems.
- Ability to develop and adhere to operating budgets.
- Able to read electrical schematics.
- Skill in the use of computer programs; able to document and track departmental activities and details and to develop systems for more efficient service delivery.
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Warehouse operations experience needed.
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Years of Experience
- At least five (5) years’ experience with management.
- At least five (5) years’ experience with the following:
- 120/ 208/ 480-volt AC 3 phase electrical
- 12/ 24-volt DC electrical
- Extensive electrical controls trouble shooting experience
- Conveyor operations and repair
- Pneumatic
- Hydraulic
- Dock equipment
- PLC experience
- HMI (human machine interface)
- Barcode scanning equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Extensive walking and stair climbing.
Moderate lifting up to 50 lbs.
On call 24/7
EEO
Johnson Brothers is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal treatment in employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender/gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military status or any other basis in protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Johnson Brothers make employment decisions based solely on the basis of qualifications for the job.
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
INTRODUCTION
Johnson Brothers is a multi-generational family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor in the United States. Founded by Lynn Johnson in 1953, the company remains committed to its founding values of work ethic, passion, innovation, teamwork, excellence, and integrity. Through forging strong partnerships with top-tier suppliers globally, Johnson Brothers offers an exceptional portfolio of world-class brands to customer partners across 17 states. With a dedicated team of 3,800, Johnson Brothers remains committed to delivering excellence and continued growth across its operations. For the second consecutive year, Johnson Brothers has been honored as one of the Most Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the supervision of all maintenance and facilities staff, negotiation and oversight of building contracts and services, responsibility for upkeep of total campus including day to day maintenance operations as well as preventative maintenance. Serve as a professional member of the management team, assisting in long range strategic planning and ongoing problem solving. Assist the Director of Operations with operational issues as needed.
Job Description:
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- The Maintenance Manager supervises facilities and maintenance personnel, giving direction, administering any needed correction, and evaluating performance on a regular basis.
- Take responsibility for all aspects of the physical upkeep of the properties, keeping buildings and equipment, including conveyor system, in good repair. Do daily rounds to identify immediate maintenance and/or housekeeping issues. Ensure that all preventative maintenance and work orders are completed in a timely and thorough manner.
- Ensure MEPFS (mechanical, electric, plumbing, fire, security) systems function and apply with standards and are repaired as needed. Ensure compliance with MEPFS inspections, testing and certification requirements.
- Maintain building and conveyor parts inventory and maintenance and facilities management system.
- Develops and maintains outside vendor and service provider relationships; negotiates services and costs.
- Provide facility and company-wide technical, engineering and project management leadership and support.
- Aid in the development of preventative, corrective, and operational procedures.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Skills & Abilities
- Experience supervising staff with a demonstrated ability to use good judgment in dealing with employee issues.
- Comprehensive knowledge of maintenance involving mechanical and electrical systems, conveyor systems, HVAC, fire safety systems.
- Ability to develop and adhere to operating budgets.
- Able to read electrical schematics.
- Skill in the use of computer programs; able to document and track departmental activities and details and to develop systems for more efficient service delivery.
-
Warehouse operations experience needed.
-
Years of Experience
- At least five (5) years’ experience with management.
- At least five (5) years’ experience with the following:
- 120/ 208/ 480-volt AC 3 phase electrical
- 12/ 24-volt DC electrical
- Extensive electrical controls trouble shooting experience
- Conveyor operations and repair
- Pneumatic
- Hydraulic
- Dock equipment
- PLC experience
- HMI (human machine interface)
- Barcode scanning equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Extensive walking and stair climbing.
Moderate lifting up to 50 lbs.
On call 24/7
EEO
Johnson Brothers is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal treatment in employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender/gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military status or any other basis in protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Johnson Brothers make employment decisions based solely on the basis of qualifications for the job.
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Maintenance Manager
Document your technical credentials before applying
Gather degree transcripts, professional licenses (such as certified maintenance and reliability professional credentials), and employment verification letters now. PERM requires your qualifications to match the job requirements exactly, so gaps in documentation can stall your petition after you've already accepted an offer.
Target facilities with active PERM filing history
Manufacturing plants, hospitals, and large property management companies regularly sponsor Maintenance Managers because operational continuity depends on retaining skilled workers. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm an employer has sponsored this occupation category before approaching them.
Verify the prevailing wage tier your role will attract
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Maintenance Manager prevailing wages by metro area before your offer stage. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL-determined level for your job zone, and mismatches between offer and filing can trigger an audit.
Understand how EB-2 versus EB-3 affects your timeline
Most Maintenance Manager roles file under EB-3 as skilled worker positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. If your role requires an advanced degree or you hold one, ask your employer to evaluate EB-2 classification, which can offer priority date advantages depending on your country of birth.
Search for green-card-sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by Maintenance Manager roles where employers have documented green card sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces PERM and I-140 filing data so you spend time on employers already proven to run the full process, not on companies that only claim they 'may consider' sponsorship.
Ask your employer about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
Once your PERM is certified and your priority date is current, USCIS allows you to file your I-140 immigrant petition and I-485 adjustment of status simultaneously. For Maintenance Managers born in most countries, EB-3 priority dates are often current, making this concurrent filing path available faster than applicants expect.
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Find Maintenance Manager JobsMaintenance Manager Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Maintenance Manager roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Maintenance Manager positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker roles requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 classification is possible if the position genuinely requires an advanced degree or if you pursue a National Interest Waiver, but that's uncommon for facility maintenance roles. Your employer's attorney drafts the job requirements, so the classification depends partly on how the position is defined in the PERM application.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Maintenance Manager?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent and has no annual lottery. H-1B visas require winning a randomized lottery capped at 85,000 per year and only authorize temporary employment. For Maintenance Managers, EB-3 green card sponsorship is often more accessible because the role may not meet H-1B specialty occupation standards, and EB-3 has no cap concerns for applicants from most countries outside India and China.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Maintenance Manager?
The full timeline from PERM filing to receiving a green card typically runs two to four years for applicants from non-backlogged countries. PERM certification alone currently averages over a year at DOL. After certification, your employer files the I-140 petition with USCIS, and once your priority date becomes current in the Visa Bulletin, you can file for adjustment of status or consular processing.
Where can I find Maintenance Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Maintenance Manager roles with verified green card sponsorship history. Many employers list sponsorship as a possibility but have never filed a PERM application. Migrate Mate filters employers by actual PERM and I-140 filing records, so you can focus your applications on companies that have completed the process for this occupation before.
What role does the O*NET occupation profile play in my PERM application?
O*NET assigns a Standard Occupational Classification code to the Maintenance Manager role, which DOL uses to benchmark job duties and required qualifications during PERM review. Your employer's attorney references O*NET to ensure the job description aligns with the occupation's defined requirements. Significant deviations between your actual duties and the O*NET profile can prompt DOL to audit or deny the PERM application.
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