H-1B Visa Computer Technician Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Computer Technicians exist, but sponsoring employers typically structure these roles around degree-level IT duties to meet the specialty occupation standard. Use this page to find employers with active H-1B filing history for computer technician and related technical support roles.
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The Personal Computer Support Technician provides support to distributed PC/networking environment including installation, testing, repair, and troubleshooting for stand-alone PCs, PCs linked to networks, printers, and other computer peripherals. Support responsibilities include software installation, and configurations. This technician performs technical, operational, and training support to users of personal computers either by telephone, or on-site for PC desktop hardware and software packages. Job duties require the technician to install and test personal computers, printers, and other peripherals, configure operating system, load shrink-wrap programs and other application software programs. In this position, the incumbent troubleshoots computer problems, performs hardware and software diagnostics, coordinates needed repairs, resolves computer system problems, including coordination between users and components of a local area network, and participates in the evaluation of system configuration and software.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Windows operating systems and desktop applications.
- Basic understanding of computer hardware, networking, Windows Active Directory, printers, and computer peripherals.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to adjust daily schedule with other team members to ensure IT Help Desk staffing between 6:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current DoD 8570 baseline IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.
- Experience with Microsoft Office 365.
- Experience with ITSM tools, such as ServiceNow or Remedy.
- Experience with Dameware remote desktop.
- Experience creating and modifying Active Directory user and computer objects.
- Experience loading and configuring computers with SCCM or similar tools.
PAY INFORMATION
- This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) with an hourly wage of no less than $30.81 per hour.
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For Service Contract Act (SCA) positions only. SCA employees receive a minimum of 80 hours of vacation and 88 hours of holiday paid time off. Paid sick leave is up to 56 hours annually. Paid time off is prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This is a general summary and fringe benefits are governed by the contract.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
INTRODUCTION
The Personal Computer Support Technician provides support to distributed PC/networking environment including installation, testing, repair, and troubleshooting for stand-alone PCs, PCs linked to networks, printers, and other computer peripherals. Support responsibilities include software installation, and configurations. This technician performs technical, operational, and training support to users of personal computers either by telephone, or on-site for PC desktop hardware and software packages. Job duties require the technician to install and test personal computers, printers, and other peripherals, configure operating system, load shrink-wrap programs and other application software programs. In this position, the incumbent troubleshoots computer problems, performs hardware and software diagnostics, coordinates needed repairs, resolves computer system problems, including coordination between users and components of a local area network, and participates in the evaluation of system configuration and software.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting Windows operating systems and desktop applications.
- Basic understanding of computer hardware, networking, Windows Active Directory, printers, and computer peripherals.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to adjust daily schedule with other team members to ensure IT Help Desk staffing between 6:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current DoD 8570 baseline IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE.
- Experience with Microsoft Office 365.
- Experience with ITSM tools, such as ServiceNow or Remedy.
- Experience with Dameware remote desktop.
- Experience creating and modifying Active Directory user and computer objects.
- Experience loading and configuring computers with SCCM or similar tools.
PAY INFORMATION
- This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) with an hourly wage of no less than $30.81 per hour.
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For Service Contract Act (SCA) positions only. SCA employees receive a minimum of 80 hours of vacation and 88 hours of holiday paid time off. Paid sick leave is up to 56 hours annually. Paid time off is prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This is a general summary and fringe benefits are governed by the contract.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Computer Technician
Frame your credentials around degree-level duties
Computer Technician roles don't automatically qualify as specialty occupations. Pull your O*NET profile for this occupation and map your bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field directly to the technical duties listed in your offer letter.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job duties. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the relevant SOC code and metropolitan area before you negotiate, so you know the floor the employer is legally bound to meet.
Find employers with verified H-1B filing history
Target companies that have filed H-1B visa petitions for computer technician or IT support roles in the past. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history by occupation and location, so you can focus your applications on sponsors who already understand the process.
Confirm each worksite gets its own certified LCA
If your role involves multiple office locations or client sites, each worksite requires a separate certified LCA. Ask your employer's HR or immigration counsel explicitly which worksites are covered before you start, since working at an unlisted site violates H-1B status.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If you lose a computer technician role, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and begin a transfer. Start your job search immediately after separation rather than waiting, since the clock runs from your last day of employment, not your petition end date.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
H-1B transfers and new petitions for computer technician roles can take months under standard processing. If you have a start date deadline or a gap-sensitive situation, ask your new employer to file with premium processing through USCIS to get a decision within days rather than months.
H-1B Visa Computer Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Computer Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A Computer Technician position qualifies as a specialty occupation only when the employer structures it around duties that normally require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field. Employers who sponsor H-1B holders for these roles typically document that the position involves complex systems analysis, network architecture, or enterprise-level technical work rather than routine break-fix tasks. If the offer letter doesn't reflect degree-level responsibilities, USCIS is likely to issue a Request for Evidence.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Computer Technician jobs?
IT services firms, managed service providers, healthcare systems, universities, and large enterprises with internal IT infrastructure are among the most common H-1B sponsors for computer technician and technical support roles. The clearest way to identify active sponsors is to search Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified LCA filing history for this occupation by city and role type, so you're not applying blindly to companies that have never filed.
How long does H-1B status last for a Computer Technician?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a maximum of six years. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if your employer has filed a PERM labor certification or an immigrant petition on your behalf and certain milestones have been reached. There is no indefinite renewal path based on the job continuing alone.
What happens to my H-1B if I move to a different work location?
Every worksite where you perform H-1B duties must have its own certified LCA on file before you begin working there. If your employer moves you to a new office, a client site, or a different city, they must file a new LCA with DOL and may need to amend your I-129 petition with USCIS. Working at an uncovered location, even temporarily, puts your status at risk and can complicate future petitions or green card applications.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new sponsoring employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've maintained valid status and your previous petition was approved. The new employer must file a new I-129 and a certified LCA for your worksite. The 60-day grace period after separation gives you a window to find a new sponsor if your position ends unexpectedly.