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Mechanic roles at U.S. dealerships, fleet operators, and manufacturing facilities can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through PERM labor certification. Employers document recruitment efforts, file an I-140 petition, and sponsor you toward permanent residency. Priority dates and country of birth affect your timeline, so targeting active sponsoring employers early matters.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID # 172863
Job Category: Transportation
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Onsite
Job Location: Daly City
Department Overview
The Fleet Maintenance Department is a part of PG&E’s Transportation Services Department. We operate out of 6 areas in the PG&E service territory. The Fleet Maintenance Department provides vehicle maintenance and service to PG&E owned and leased vehicles and equipment.
Position Summary
This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining.
Field Mechanic A position is a journey-level professional mechanic with a solid knowledge and background in a wide variety of skills. These skills include, but are not limited to, equipment service and repair of Mobile Hydraulics, Aerial Hydraulics, OSHA Boom Inspections, CHP BIT Inspections, Air Brakes, Diesel and Gasoline powered vehicles and equipment. They are responsible for the maintenance and repair of company owned, gas utility-related vehicles (service, construction, transport and passenger vehicles) and various types of equipment.
This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.
Shift is Monday – Thursday 2:30pm - 11:00 pm. Friday 12:00pm-8:30pm subject to change based off business needs.
Available position may be located in Daly City, and may be subject to change due to business need.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $68.56 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.
Job Responsibilities
- Must always work safely as defined by PG&E’s safety standards and procedures
- Inspect components on vehicles/equipment and document adjustments needed
- Conduct visual, auditory and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; research problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM’s, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed
- Use hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and reassemble equipment or components; removes and replaces broken or worn parts (such as cylinders, brakes and gaskets); performs tune-ups and electrical repairs
- Use power and hand tools to access, repair, remove and/or replace worn or broken parts
- Perform oil change filters and automotive services at factory-recommend intervals
- Use hands in a dexterous manner to manipulate various tools and perform repairs as needed
- Drive to remote facilities and job sites to service and maintain vehicles and equipment
- Drive midsize, heavy-duty vehicles, specialized equipment and cars
- Transport vehicles to and from contracted repair facilities
- Perform offsite errands to pick up parts/supplies and make deliveries
- Responsible for fueling and performing safety inspections of vehicles
- Maintain records of completed work by notes and/or computer
- Maintain job area in a clean and safe order and ensure materials are properly stored
- Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and clients
- Perform as a team member with all employees
- Comply with all corporate facility standards and company policies
- Manage a high volume of maintenance tasks with frequently changing priorities while maintaining professional demeanor
- Communicate effectively with fellow team members and Managers both verbally and written
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Record of at least 18 years of age or older
- Possess a High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License or equivalent by day one of hire
- Possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by day one of hire
- 4 or more years of proven experience as a certified Journey-level Mechanic working with light, medium and/or heavy-duty equipment service and repair
- Able to work in all types of weather extremes
- Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions
- Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc)
- Ability and willingness to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Lift and carry up to 75 pounds a minimum of one time a day
- Capable of climbing on, under and around equipment
- Capable of bending and twisting using proper safety techniques
- Physically able to kneel, squat or crawl as needed
Desired:
- Must have own tools and toolbox
- One year experience with Air brakes, Hydraulics
- One year experience with Heavy-duty diesel equipment and/or vehicles
- Demonstrated experience with regulated inspections such as Cal OSHA Boom Inspections and CHP BIT Inspections
- One year experience vehicle electrical systems and electronic computer-controlled systems
- Demonstrated experience with welding and fabricating
- Demonstrated experience with reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints
- Record of residence within 50 miles from headquarters
Pre-Employment Testing
PG&E Employees: You must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application, and all secondary tests prior to interviewing. For more information on prerequisite and secondary exams, including study guides, please visit the Pre-employment testing program website.
Physical Test Battery
Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving
Requisition ID # 172863
Job Category: Transportation
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Onsite
Job Location: Daly City
Department Overview
The Fleet Maintenance Department is a part of PG&E’s Transportation Services Department. We operate out of 6 areas in the PG&E service territory. The Fleet Maintenance Department provides vehicle maintenance and service to PG&E owned and leased vehicles and equipment.
Position Summary
This is an International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1245 represented classification, which has over 100 years of experience representing employees at PG&E. This job is subject to collective bargaining.
Field Mechanic A position is a journey-level professional mechanic with a solid knowledge and background in a wide variety of skills. These skills include, but are not limited to, equipment service and repair of Mobile Hydraulics, Aerial Hydraulics, OSHA Boom Inspections, CHP BIT Inspections, Air Brakes, Diesel and Gasoline powered vehicles and equipment. They are responsible for the maintenance and repair of company owned, gas utility-related vehicles (service, construction, transport and passenger vehicles) and various types of equipment.
This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening.
Shift is Monday – Thursday 2:30pm - 11:00 pm. Friday 12:00pm-8:30pm subject to change based off business needs.
Available position may be located in Daly City, and may be subject to change due to business need.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $68.56 per hour. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.
Job Responsibilities
- Must always work safely as defined by PG&E’s safety standards and procedures
- Inspect components on vehicles/equipment and document adjustments needed
- Conduct visual, auditory and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; research problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM’s, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed
- Use hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and reassemble equipment or components; removes and replaces broken or worn parts (such as cylinders, brakes and gaskets); performs tune-ups and electrical repairs
- Use power and hand tools to access, repair, remove and/or replace worn or broken parts
- Perform oil change filters and automotive services at factory-recommend intervals
- Use hands in a dexterous manner to manipulate various tools and perform repairs as needed
- Drive to remote facilities and job sites to service and maintain vehicles and equipment
- Drive midsize, heavy-duty vehicles, specialized equipment and cars
- Transport vehicles to and from contracted repair facilities
- Perform offsite errands to pick up parts/supplies and make deliveries
- Responsible for fueling and performing safety inspections of vehicles
- Maintain records of completed work by notes and/or computer
- Maintain job area in a clean and safe order and ensure materials are properly stored
- Maintain ethical, professional, and courteous relations with contractors and clients
- Perform as a team member with all employees
- Comply with all corporate facility standards and company policies
- Manage a high volume of maintenance tasks with frequently changing priorities while maintaining professional demeanor
- Communicate effectively with fellow team members and Managers both verbally and written
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Record of at least 18 years of age or older
- Possess a High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience
- Must possess a valid California Driver’s License or equivalent by day one of hire
- Possess and maintain a valid Class A California Driver's License Permit by day one of hire
- 4 or more years of proven experience as a certified Journey-level Mechanic working with light, medium and/or heavy-duty equipment service and repair
- Able to work in all types of weather extremes
- Ability to drive safely in all weather and road conditions
- Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, nights, weekends, and/or overtime (scheduled or ad hoc)
- Ability and willingness to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Lift and carry up to 75 pounds a minimum of one time a day
- Capable of climbing on, under and around equipment
- Capable of bending and twisting using proper safety techniques
- Physically able to kneel, squat or crawl as needed
Desired:
- Must have own tools and toolbox
- One year experience with Air brakes, Hydraulics
- One year experience with Heavy-duty diesel equipment and/or vehicles
- Demonstrated experience with regulated inspections such as Cal OSHA Boom Inspections and CHP BIT Inspections
- One year experience vehicle electrical systems and electronic computer-controlled systems
- Demonstrated experience with welding and fabricating
- Demonstrated experience with reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints
- Record of residence within 50 miles from headquarters
Pre-Employment Testing
PG&E Employees: You must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application, and all secondary tests prior to interviewing. For more information on prerequisite and secondary exams, including study guides, please visit the Pre-employment testing program website.
Physical Test Battery
Work Orientation Inventory-Physical/Technical Driving
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Mechanic
Document your trade credentials before applying
ASE certifications, manufacturer-specific training records, and apprenticeship completion certificates strengthen your PERM application. Gather official transcripts or letters from past employers verifying your specialty, whether diesel, heavy equipment, or automotive, before you start outreach.
Target fleet operators and dealership groups
Large commercial fleet operators, franchise dealership groups, and equipment rental companies file PERM sponsorships more often than independent shops. Focus your search on employers with dedicated HR departments, as they're already set up to run the DOL recruitment process.
Ask employers about prevailing wage compliance upfront
PERM requires your offered wage to meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your mechanic specialty and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the applicable wage tier before your first interview so you can verify the offer qualifies.
Understand EB-3 versus EB-2 eligibility for mechanics
Most mechanic roles qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree or advanced technical credential may support EB-2, but that pathway is rare for this occupation.
Search for sponsors using Migrate Mate
Finding employers with active green card sponsorship history for mechanics takes targeted research. Migrate Mate filters jobs by EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're applying to employers already familiar with the PERM process rather than pitching it cold.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
PERM sponsors must verify work authorization once you receive your green card. Confirm your prospective employer is enrolled in E-Verify during the offer stage, not after you've relocated, to avoid complications when your priority date becomes current.
Green Card Mechanic: Frequently Asked Questions
Do mechanic jobs qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Mechanic roles typically qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category, which covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience. The employer must complete PERM labor certification through DOL, demonstrating that no qualified U.S. worker is available, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B for a mechanic?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which most mechanic roles don't satisfy. PERM sponsorship under EB-3 has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months before USCIS even reviews your I-140.
How long does the green card process take for a sponsored mechanic?
For applicants born outside high-demand countries, the full process from PERM filing to receiving your green card can take two to four years. PERM certification typically takes six to eighteen months, I-140 approval adds several months more, and adjustment of status or consular processing follows. Applicants from India or China face longer waits due to priority date backlogs.
Where can I find mechanic jobs that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface EB-2 and EB-3 sponsoring employers for roles like mechanics. Searching general job boards means manually vetting whether each employer has ever filed a PERM case. Migrate Mate pulls sponsorship history so you can focus outreach on employers already experienced with the process.
What documentation do I need for a mechanic PERM application?
Your employer drives the PERM filing, but you'll need to provide verifiable evidence of qualifications matching the job requirements. That includes ASE certifications, manufacturer training records, employment verification letters confirming your experience in the specific mechanic specialty, and any relevant vocational or trade credentials. USCIS may audit supporting documents during I-140 review.