H-1B Visa Automotive Technician Jobs
Automotive Technician roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in automotive technology or a closely related field. Dealership groups, fleet operators, and OEM service networks have active LCA filing histories. Find employers with verified H-1B sponsorship records here.
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Get Access To All JobsPEP BOYS - Automotive Mechanics
Competitive Weekly Pay + Weekly Incentive Compensation | Full-Time | Career Growth Opportunities
Pep Boys is now part of the Mavis Tire family - and we're growing our team!
We're looking for experienced, full-time Automotive Mechanics to join Team Mavis at our automotive service, repair, and tire sales centers in the North Charleston, SC area.
As part of the Mavis family, you'll have the stability of joining the nation's largest automotive service organization, with more than 4,000 locations, competitive weekly pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to grow your career.
About the Position
As an Automotive Mechanic, you'll inspect, diagnose, and perform a variety of automotive maintenance and repair services to help keep our customers safely on the road.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing undercar repairs, including brakes, struts, shocks, suspension, and steering
- Diagnosing vehicle maintenance and repair needs
- Performing oil and filter changes and checking fluids
- Replacing worn or damaged parts
- Completing state inspections, where applicable
- Mounting, rotating, and balancing tires
- Maintaining Mavis standards for quality, safety, and customer service
Why Join Team Mavis?
We offer our Automotive Mechanics:
- Competitive weekly pay + weekly incentive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- A stable, team-oriented work environment
Qualifications
To be eligible, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
- Have at least 2 years of automotive repair and maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Have the personal tools necessary to perform automotive and undercar repairs
Preferred: State inspection license(s) and ASE Certifications, including Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (G1), Suspension and Steering (A4), and Brakes (A5).
Physical Requirements
Automotive Mechanics must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, pull, reach, and perform repetitive movements associated with automotive repair. Mechanics must also be able to regularly lift and/or move items weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ready to Join Our Team? APPLY NOW!
Apply online at mavis.com/careers.
OPEN INTERVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK! Simply walk in during store hours for an immediate interview.
Questions? Call our Recruitment Department toll-free at 844-375-3995.
Join Pep Boys and Team Mavis - and build your career with a growing automotive leader.
Mavis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PEP BOYS - Automotive Mechanics
Competitive Weekly Pay + Weekly Incentive Compensation | Full-Time | Career Growth Opportunities
Pep Boys is now part of the Mavis Tire family - and we're growing our team!
We're looking for experienced, full-time Automotive Mechanics to join Team Mavis at our automotive service, repair, and tire sales centers in the North Charleston, SC area.
As part of the Mavis family, you'll have the stability of joining the nation's largest automotive service organization, with more than 4,000 locations, competitive weekly pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities to grow your career.
About the Position
As an Automotive Mechanic, you'll inspect, diagnose, and perform a variety of automotive maintenance and repair services to help keep our customers safely on the road.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing undercar repairs, including brakes, struts, shocks, suspension, and steering
- Diagnosing vehicle maintenance and repair needs
- Performing oil and filter changes and checking fluids
- Replacing worn or damaged parts
- Completing state inspections, where applicable
- Mounting, rotating, and balancing tires
- Maintaining Mavis standards for quality, safety, and customer service
Why Join Team Mavis?
We offer our Automotive Mechanics:
- Competitive weekly pay + weekly incentive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
- A stable, team-oriented work environment
Qualifications
To be eligible, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
- Have at least 2 years of automotive repair and maintenance experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Have the personal tools necessary to perform automotive and undercar repairs
Preferred: State inspection license(s) and ASE Certifications, including Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair (G1), Suspension and Steering (A4), and Brakes (A5).
Physical Requirements
Automotive Mechanics must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb, pull, reach, and perform repetitive movements associated with automotive repair. Mechanics must also be able to regularly lift and/or move items weighing more than 50 pounds.
Ready to Join Our Team? APPLY NOW!
Apply online at mavis.com/careers.
OPEN INTERVIEWS ARE AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK! Simply walk in during store hours for an immediate interview.
Questions? Call our Recruitment Department toll-free at 844-375-3995.
Join Pep Boys and Team Mavis - and build your career with a growing automotive leader.
Mavis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Automotive Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires the role to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Pull the O*NET profile for Automotive Technician to confirm the education and knowledge requirements you'll cite in your petition.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Automotive Technician openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're only applying where H-1B sponsorship is already established practice.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 49-3023 before you enter any salary discussion with a potential employer.
Confirm employer E-Verify enrollment upfront
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask the recruiter directly during the screening call. A company that isn't enrolled will need to register before USCIS will certify the petition, which adds time.
File for premium processing if your start date is tight
Standard H-1B adjudication can run three to six months. If your OPT or current status expires within that window, ask the employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing so USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days.
Gather ASE certifications before the petition stage
ASE credentials don't replace degree requirements for H-1B purposes, but they strengthen the specialty occupation argument and the employer's support letter. Compile your current certifications and any manufacturer-specific training records early in the process.
H-1B Visa Automotive Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Automotive Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. Standard repair technician roles are often classified as requiring vocational training rather than a bachelor's degree, which disqualifies them. Roles focused on advanced diagnostics, EV systems engineering, or technical program management that genuinely require a four-year degree in automotive technology or engineering are more likely to qualify. The employer's job description and internal hiring standards are the deciding factor USCIS evaluates.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Automotive Technicians?
OEM technical centers, large dealership groups with dedicated engineering or diagnostics teams, fleet management companies, and automotive aftermarket manufacturers are the most common sponsors. These employers tend to hire for roles that sit above standard shop-floor technician work. You can browse verified sponsors by occupation on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on actual LCA filing history rather than self-reported sponsorship policies.
How does the DOL prevailing wage apply to Automotive Technician H-1B petitions?
The employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the role's SOC code and the geographic area where you'll work. For Automotive Technicians, that's SOC 49-3023. Wages vary significantly by metro area, so a position in a high-cost market will carry a higher floor than the same title in a rural location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the wage level before accepting an offer.
Can an Automotive Technician on OPT transition to H-1B with the same employer?
Yes, if the employer is willing to sponsor and the role meets specialty occupation requirements. Your employer files the H-1B petition before the April 1 cap-subject filing window. If selected in the lottery and approved, your H-1B status begins October 1. Cap-gap rules allow you to keep working on OPT between your OPT expiration and October 1 as long as the petition was timely filed.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for an Automotive Technician?
The employer's support letter needs to explain specifically why the role requires a bachelor's degree in automotive technology, engineering, or a related field, not just industry experience. ASE certifications, manufacturer training records, and evidence of advanced diagnostic or systems responsibilities all reinforce the specialty occupation argument. Your degree equivalency evaluation from a NACES-member organization is also essential if your credential is from outside the U.S.