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Construction Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL certifying prevailing wage compliance before petitioning USCIS. Annual cap slots are limited, so timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Segra is searching for a qualified and experienced Construction Technician (Cedar Rapids IA) to join us in a full-time capacity.
Location Requirement:
The work arrangement for this role is in office onsite 5 days each week.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Construction Technician will oversee the construction activities that take place on the worksite and will be primarily responsible for the supervision of construction contractors in the field. The Construction Technician will plan, implement, and oversee construction efforts at several work sites within their designated market.
The Construction Technician will report on field progress to the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager to ensure all projects are completed within the parameters set forth in the estimated timeline. The CT will be responsible for the quality of construction activities and ensure company standards and best practices are being used throughout the construction cycle. The CT will be part of the 24x7 on call on a rotational basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2 years of fiber, Telecommunications, ROW, or relevant construction experience.
- Ability to effectively lead a crew to the completion of and in conformance with schedule, customer requirements and budget guidelines.
- Excellent understanding of construction and permitting prints.
- Assist in monitoring and reporting inventory/material usage during construction cycle.
- Assist with the identification and troubleshooting of construction problems and offer timely and safe solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good planning and organization skills to balance and prioritize work.
- Some travel will be expected, both overnight and daily travel.
- Basic experience using Microsoft Excel formulations, Word, Outlook.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
ABOUT SEGRA:
Segra owns and operates a wide and dense fiber-optic infrastructure footprint that provides state-of-the-art connectivity, cybersecurity, voice, cloud and colocation solutions, all backed by industry leading service and reliability. Serving over 20,000 connected customer locations, Segra has been providing customer focused solutions for over 125 years.
At Segra, we imagine, we engineer and we build a world of opportunities for our customers through fiber-enabled technologies, driven by our customer-first mentality. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally, empowering our teams, and continually upgrading our network infrastructure to deliver smarter, stronger technology solutions.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW:
Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
- Tuition and gym reimbursements
- Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
- Volunteer days, parental leave
- Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identify theft, pet insurance
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY:
Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
SALARY RANGE:
$27.22 - $33.97
Beyond competitive health and retirement benefits with immediate 401(k) vesting, Segra also invests in your total well-being through programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social wellness.
SEGRA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws in employment with or treatment once employed in the company. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or eliminating any applicant from consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law. Individuals with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform SEGRA’s personnel if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
NOTHING IN THIS APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT SHALL CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT.
INTRODUCTION
Segra is searching for a qualified and experienced Construction Technician (Cedar Rapids IA) to join us in a full-time capacity.
Location Requirement:
The work arrangement for this role is in office onsite 5 days each week.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Construction Technician will oversee the construction activities that take place on the worksite and will be primarily responsible for the supervision of construction contractors in the field. The Construction Technician will plan, implement, and oversee construction efforts at several work sites within their designated market.
The Construction Technician will report on field progress to the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager to ensure all projects are completed within the parameters set forth in the estimated timeline. The CT will be responsible for the quality of construction activities and ensure company standards and best practices are being used throughout the construction cycle. The CT will be part of the 24x7 on call on a rotational basis.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2 years of fiber, Telecommunications, ROW, or relevant construction experience.
- Ability to effectively lead a crew to the completion of and in conformance with schedule, customer requirements and budget guidelines.
- Excellent understanding of construction and permitting prints.
- Assist in monitoring and reporting inventory/material usage during construction cycle.
- Assist with the identification and troubleshooting of construction problems and offer timely and safe solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Good planning and organization skills to balance and prioritize work.
- Some travel will be expected, both overnight and daily travel.
- Basic experience using Microsoft Excel formulations, Word, Outlook.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
ABOUT SEGRA:
Segra owns and operates a wide and dense fiber-optic infrastructure footprint that provides state-of-the-art connectivity, cybersecurity, voice, cloud and colocation solutions, all backed by industry leading service and reliability. Serving over 20,000 connected customer locations, Segra has been providing customer focused solutions for over 125 years.
At Segra, we imagine, we engineer and we build a world of opportunities for our customers through fiber-enabled technologies, driven by our customer-first mentality. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally, empowering our teams, and continually upgrading our network infrastructure to deliver smarter, stronger technology solutions.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW:
Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
- Tuition and gym reimbursements
- Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
- Volunteer days, parental leave
- Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identify theft, pet insurance
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUALITY:
Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
SALARY RANGE:
$27.22 - $33.97
Beyond competitive health and retirement benefits with immediate 401(k) vesting, Segra also invests in your total well-being through programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social wellness.
SEGRA is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws in employment with or treatment once employed in the company. No question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or eliminating any applicant from consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by applicable local, state or federal law. Individuals with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform SEGRA’s personnel if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
NOTHING IN THIS APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT SHALL CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Construction Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval for Construction Technician roles depends on demonstrating your degree is in a directly related field. Pull your O*NET occupation profile to confirm the listed education requirements match your credentials before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Construction Technician roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code. That filing history confirms the employer already understands H-1B sponsorship obligations.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without competing in the April lottery. Construction Technician openings at these institutions are worth prioritizing if you need faster authorization.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job level. Run your role and zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor the employer is legally required to meet.
Prepare your credential evaluation before interviews
If your construction or engineering degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator that explicitly maps your degree to a U.S. bachelor's equivalent. USCIS may request this evaluation as part of the I-129 petition.
Confirm the employer files before the registration deadline
H-1B registration opens each March and closes within two weeks. Employers who miss the window can't file until the following fiscal year. Confirm your employer's timeline during the offer stage, not after you've already given notice elsewhere.
H-1B Visa Construction Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Construction Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like civil engineering, construction management, or architectural technology. Generic technician roles that accept any degree or equivalent experience without a specific field requirement often fail the specialty occupation test, so the job description wording matters significantly.
How do I find Construction Technician employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Construction Technician roles by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history. This is more reliable than guessing from job postings, since many employers who sponsor visas don't advertise it explicitly. Focusing your search on companies with a documented LCA track record for this occupation code reduces the risk of pursuing employers who aren't set up to file.
What happens to my H-1B status if my construction employer loses a project contract?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, not the specific project. If your employer terminates you, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and file a transfer petition. Your new employer can file a cap-exempt transfer if you were previously counted against the cap, so you don't re-enter the lottery.
Can a construction firm sponsor H-1B if it uses subcontractors or third-party worksites?
Yes, but third-party placement arrangements receive extra USCIS scrutiny. The petitioning employer must maintain the right to control your work, even at a client site. USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence on end-client letters and contracts in construction and engineering roles. Having clear documentation of the employment relationship before filing reduces that risk.
Which construction technician credentials strengthen an H-1B petition?
A U.S.-equivalent bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related technical field is the foundation. Supplementary credentials like an EIT designation, OSHA certifications, or state licensure don't replace the degree requirement but do strengthen the specialty occupation argument by showing the role demands specialized professional knowledge, which matters when USCIS evaluates whether the position truly requires a degreed professional.