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Truck Driver roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete PERM labor certification through DOL, proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. Commercial driving experience, a valid CDL, and a clean safety record strengthen your sponsorship case. Some specialized freight or hazmat roles may also meet EB-2 criteria.
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DST Truck Mechanic (Springdale, L.H. Garage)
Responsibilities:
- Truck preventive maintenance technicians will work cross-functionally across multiple areas of the garage, responsibilities include but are not limited to performing routine preventive maintenance repairs on trucks, performing mechanical or electrical failures.
- Ability to diagnose and repair our truck engine and systems with our diagnostic programs. Abilities to perform minor structural welding and cutting tasks.
- Ability to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned equipment and the ability to effectively communicate with all transportation personnel including managers, drivers, and clerks.
- Must be able to read and interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics. Along with basic math skills is necessary to perform these tasks at a satisfactory level.
- Basic computer skills will be necessary to document information, process daily work orders, and complete required documentation.
- Truck tech may be required to perform service calls on equipment at remote locations; a current valid driver’s license is required.
- Upon hire, team members will be required to advance to ME02 within 12 months of hire date. (If not obtained then team members will be considered unable to meet job requirements)
- Show proficiency in standard preventive maintenance (PM1’s, PM2’s for trucks or trailers depending on mechanic classification)
- Brake Inspector Certification
- Wheel end class/Certification
- Basic Electrical
- Identify fault codes
- Team members will be required to show proficiency with all tasks above before advancement. This will be graded by completing the preventive maintenance process and then work reviewed by Shop Manager, Shop Supervisor, Lead, and two senior technicians) Shop Manager/Supervisor will give official sign off.
Must be able and willing to provide their own tools by the end of 90-day probation period
Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to meet the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must pass MVR check:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Must not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last 12 months
List will be provided upon interview scheduling (attachment)
Qualifications
Must have 3 months of employment in the last 6 months with a single company.
Prior Tyson Team members are eligible for rehire after completing a 180-day waiting period.
Prior Tyson Team members cannot have worked 3 times or more for Tyson Foods.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
A Shift (United States of America)
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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Truck Driver
Verify your CDL class before applying
PERM applications list the exact license class the role requires. Confirm your foreign commercial license is transferable to a U.S. CDL before an employer opens a PERM case, or you risk disqualifying yourself mid-process.
Target carriers enrolled in E-Verify
Trucking companies enrolled in E-Verify are already set up for employment eligibility compliance, which correlates with willingness to run PERM sponsorship. Filter your job search to carriers advertising immigration support or legal employment authorization.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Truck Driver roles at employers with active green card sponsorship history, cutting out the guesswork of cold-applying to fleets that have never filed a PERM case.
Understand the PERM prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL sets your minimum offer salary through the OFLC Wage Search before your employer files. Accepting an offer below that wage level will cause your PERM to fail, so confirm the prevailing wage for your specific route region and freight type.
Document all foreign driving hours and endorsements
PERM requires your employer to prove you meet the advertised requirements. Gather official records of your commercial driving hours, vehicle classes, hazmat endorsements, and any safety certifications so your employer can document your qualifications accurately.
Ask employers about concurrent I-140 and adjustment filing
Once your PERM is certified, your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. If your priority date is current, you can file for adjustment of status at the same time, letting you work on a pending green card while the application is processed.
Green Card Truck Driver: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Truck Driver role qualify for an employment-based green card?
Yes. Truck Driver positions qualify under the EB-3 skilled worker category when the role requires at least two years of training or experience, such as holding a valid CDL with relevant endorsements. Your employer sponsors the green card by completing PERM labor certification with DOL, then filing an I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
How does the green card process differ from H-1B sponsorship for Truck Drivers?
H-1B visa requires a specialty occupation tied to a bachelor's degree, which most Truck Driver roles do not meet, making H-1B essentially unavailable for this job title. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery and leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. The tradeoff is a longer overall timeline, typically two to four years or more depending on your country of birth.
How do I find Truck Driver employers willing to sponsor a green card?
Start with Migrate Mate, which filters Truck Driver job listings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history. Not all carriers advertise sponsorship openly, so searching by PERM filing activity is more reliable than relying on job postings alone. Focus on large regional carriers, logistics companies, and freight operators that regularly hire internationally.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Truck Driver role?
Your employer must advertise the position through DOL-required recruitment steps and demonstrate that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If that test is satisfied, DOL certifies the PERM application. The employer then files an I-140 with USCIS. The process typically takes six months to over a year before you can move to the adjustment of status or consular processing stage.
Does my foreign commercial driving license count toward PERM eligibility?
Foreign commercial licenses can be used to document your qualifications in your PERM application, but you will need a valid U.S. CDL before you begin employment. Most states allow foreign nationals with valid status to convert or test for a CDL. Your employer's PERM filing must list the license class the job genuinely requires, and your credentials must match that requirement on paper.