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Electrical Maintenance Technician roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. Employers in manufacturing, utilities, and industrial facilities regularly file LCAs with DOL to sponsor technicians at the prevailing wage for SOC code 49-2094.
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Georgia-Pacific's Particleboard facility in Diboll, Texas has an incredible opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Technician. In this role you will be expected to work on a 12-Hour Rotating Shift supporting our production department.
Our Electrical Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment within the mill to support the long-term quality and production goals of the organization. This position also performs preventative maintenance to ensure electrical equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience troubleshooting PLCs.
SHIFT INFORMATION
12-Hour Rotating Shifts on a modified Dupont schedule. The rotating hours are from Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am). Employees in this position are required to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH
This isn't just a job; it's the beginning of a career. We're seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.
VARIABLE PAY
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.
An uploaded resume is preferred to be considered for this role.
Example: MS Word or PDF resume document.
OUR TEAM
Georgia-Pacific's Diboll Particleboard facility uses state of the art innovation and technology to manufacture particle board for the construction and cabinetry industry. Our particle board is used primarily in custom cabinetry and in self-assembled cabinetry sold by international furniture stores.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and circuits
- Maintain, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and components on pneumatic systems, control devices, and hydraulic equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)
- Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs
- Two (2) years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance
- Experience using industrial test equipment; digital multimeters, ammeters
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems
- Experience with different voltages (i.e. DC, 3 Phase, medium voltage)
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
- Experience installing, examining, replacing, or repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and motor controllers
- Experience with running conduit and installing electrical infrastructure to code
- Experience using Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Controls; identifying major components, wiring input/output cards, and reading basic ladder logic diagrams
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
WHO WE ARE
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
INTRODUCTION
Georgia-Pacific's Particleboard facility in Diboll, Texas has an incredible opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Technician. In this role you will be expected to work on a 12-Hour Rotating Shift supporting our production department.
Our Electrical Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment within the mill to support the long-term quality and production goals of the organization. This position also performs preventative maintenance to ensure electrical equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience troubleshooting PLCs.
SHIFT INFORMATION
12-Hour Rotating Shifts on a modified Dupont schedule. The rotating hours are from Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am). Employees in this position are required to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH
This isn't just a job; it's the beginning of a career. We're seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.
VARIABLE PAY
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.
An uploaded resume is preferred to be considered for this role.
Example: MS Word or PDF resume document.
OUR TEAM
Georgia-Pacific's Diboll Particleboard facility uses state of the art innovation and technology to manufacture particle board for the construction and cabinetry industry. Our particle board is used primarily in custom cabinetry and in self-assembled cabinetry sold by international furniture stores.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and circuits
- Maintain, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and components on pneumatic systems, control devices, and hydraulic equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)
- Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs
- Two (2) years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance
- Experience using industrial test equipment; digital multimeters, ammeters
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems
- Experience with different voltages (i.e. DC, 3 Phase, medium voltage)
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
- Experience installing, examining, replacing, or repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and motor controllers
- Experience with running conduit and installing electrical infrastructure to code
- Experience using Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Controls; identifying major components, wiring input/output cards, and reading basic ladder logic diagrams
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
WHO WE ARE
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Maintenance Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to electrical maintenance work. An electrical engineering or electronics technology degree ties cleanly to SOC 49-2094. A general technology degree may trigger an RFE, so gather transcript translations and credential evaluations before applying.
Check prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 49-2094 and your target metro area before any salary discussion. Your offer must meet at least Level I of the certified LCA wage, and anything below that figure makes the petition non-compliant.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Electrical Maintenance Technician roles by verified H-1B LCA filings. Employers who filed recently in your target region have already cleared DOL's prevailing-wage process and are far more likely to sponsor again without requiring internal legal approval from scratch.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Any employer sponsoring your H-1B must use E-Verify to confirm your work authorization after your I-94 is issued. Ask HR directly whether they're enrolled before signing an offer letter. Non-enrolled employers can't legally onboard you under H-1B status.
Request premium processing for tight start dates
If your OPT or current status expires within three to four months of your intended start date, ask your employer to file I-129 with premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium cases within 15 business days, reducing the gap-in-authorization risk common in maintenance roles with fixed shift schedules.
Document hands-on certifications alongside your degree
USCIS adjudicators sometimes question whether electrical maintenance is truly a specialty occupation. Include NFPA 70E, OSHA 10 or 30, and any PLC certifications in your support letter. These credentials reinforce that the role requires specialized, degree-level knowledge, not general labor skills.
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Find Electrical Maintenance Technician JobsElectrical Maintenance Technician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Electrical Maintenance Technician qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It can, but the burden is on your employer to document that the specific role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like electrical engineering. Routine maintenance positions that accept any technical background may face USCIS scrutiny. The stronger your employer's job description ties duties to degree-level theory, the cleaner the petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for electrical maintenance roles?
Manufacturing plants, utility companies, semiconductor fabs, data centers, and large industrial contractors are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this occupation. You can browse verified sponsoring employers with active LCA filing history for Electrical Maintenance Technician roles directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and industry.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to this job title?
DOL assigns Electrical Maintenance Technician to SOC code 49-2094 and sets four prevailing-wage levels based on experience and complexity. Your employer's certified LCA must specify a wage at or above the level that matches your role's duties. You can verify the applicable wage for any metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate your offer.
Can my employer sponsor me for H-1B if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. Your employer files the I-129 petition before the April 1 cap filing deadline, and if selected, your H-1B status begins October 1. If you have STEM OPT, your 24-month extension can bridge the gap between your OPT expiration and the October start date through cap-gap protection, so you can keep working without interruption.
What happens to my H-1B if I'm laid off from my electrical maintenance job?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. If a new employer files a new H-1B petition or an H-1B transfer before that 60-day window closes, you can continue working under the new petition's portability provisions while USCIS adjudicates it.
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