H-1B Visa Electrical Technician Jobs
Electrical Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology or a closely related field. Employers in manufacturing, utilities, and defense contracting file LCAs under SOC code 17-3023, making this one of the more accessible technician classifications for H-1B sponsorship.
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Job Details
Days or Nights: 6 AM to 6:30 PM or 6 PM to 6:30 AM
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ray Bahl
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Salary: $34 - $45 per hour
A bit about us:
Founded decades ago and based in Lathrop, California, we are a rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturing organization specializing in advanced aseptic processing and packaging solutions. Our team focuses on delivering high-quality products through cutting-edge automation, strong engineering collaboration, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. We pride ourselves on building a culture centered on communication, employee development, and continuous improvement while investing in technologies that support the future of food manufacturing.
Why join us?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Career Growth: Opportunities to expand automation and engineering skillsets
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- HSA Medical Plan with Annual Employer Contribution
- Employee Perks Program: Discounts on travel, shopping, and more
- Collaborative Work Environment: Cross-functional engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
- Stable & Growing Business: Continued expansion creating long-term career opportunities
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems, HMIs, VFD drives, and robotic automation systems.
- Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, instrumentation, and sensors across automated production lines.
- Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and integration of new equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation for automation and electrical systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and FDA manufacturing regulations.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reliability.
- Work cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve automation issues.
Qualifications Needed
Education / Certifications
Technical training, certification, or degree in Electrical Technology, Automation, Controls Engineering, or related field preferred.
Experience
Minimum 2+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
Technical Requirements
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
- Experience with instrumentation, electrical schematics, and motion control systems.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting automation equipment and electrical systems.
- Knowledge of industrial automation components such as HMIs, VFDs, and sensors.
Additional Preferred Experience
Exposure to Beckhoff controls, Fanuc robotics, or vision systems.
Other Requirements
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused manufacturing environment.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
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Job Details
Days or Nights: 6 AM to 6:30 PM or 6 PM to 6:30 AM
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ray Bahl
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $34 - $45 per hour
A bit about us:
Founded decades ago and based in Lathrop, California, we are a rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturing organization specializing in advanced aseptic processing and packaging solutions. Our team focuses on delivering high-quality products through cutting-edge automation, strong engineering collaboration, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. We pride ourselves on building a culture centered on communication, employee development, and continuous improvement while investing in technologies that support the future of food manufacturing.
Why join us?
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
- Career Growth: Opportunities to expand automation and engineering skillsets
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- HSA Medical Plan with Annual Employer Contribution
- Employee Perks Program: Discounts on travel, shopping, and more
- Collaborative Work Environment: Cross-functional engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
- Stable & Growing Business: Continued expansion creating long-term career opportunities
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems, HMIs, VFD drives, and robotic automation systems.
- Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, instrumentation, and sensors across automated production lines.
- Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and integration of new equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation for automation and electrical systems.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and FDA manufacturing regulations.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reliability.
- Work cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve automation issues.
Qualifications Needed
Education / Certifications
Technical training, certification, or degree in Electrical Technology, Automation, Controls Engineering, or related field preferred.
Experience
Minimum 2+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
Technical Requirements
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
- Experience with instrumentation, electrical schematics, and motion control systems.
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting automation equipment and electrical systems.
- Knowledge of industrial automation components such as HMIs, VFDs, and sensors.
Additional Preferred Experience
Exposure to Beckhoff controls, Fanuc robotics, or vision systems.
Other Requirements
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused manufacturing environment.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Electrical Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that your role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. An electrical engineering technology degree supports most Electrical Technician petitions, but a general associate's degree alone won't qualify, even with years of experience.
Check prevailing wage before accepting offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wages for SOC 17-3023 in the employer's specific metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the applicable level or your LCA will be rejected.
Target industries with consistent LCA filing history
Defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and utilities file H-1B LCAs for Electrical Technician roles far more consistently than general staffing firms. Prioritize employers in those sectors when filtering your search on Migrate Mate.
Confirm the job description names a specific degree field
A posting that says 'bachelor's preferred' or 'degree in any engineering discipline' weakens the specialty occupation argument for USCIS. Ask hiring managers to specify the degree field in your offer letter before your employer files the I-129.
Use O*NET to document your role's complexity
O*NET classifies Electrical Technician as a Job Zone 3 to 4 occupation requiring medium to high preparation. Your employer can cite this in the specialty occupation narrative to support the petition if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
File during the cap season with cap-gap protection in mind
If you're on OPT when your H-1B petition is filed, cap-gap automatically extends your EAD through September 30 if your OPT expires before October 1. Confirm your employer submits the I-129 before your OPT end date to activate that protection.
H-1B Visa Electrical Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like electrical engineering technology. Technician roles that accept any bachelor's degree or only require an associate's degree are routinely challenged. The stronger your employer's job description ties the duties to a specific field of study, the more defensible the petition becomes.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Technician jobs?
Defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, utilities, and aerospace firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Electrical Technician roles. These industries file LCAs under SOC 17-3023 with the DOL every year. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers hiring for this title directly on Migrate Mate, which filters by LCA filing history so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness.
What wage level does my employer need to pay for an H-1B Electrical Technician petition?
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for SOC 17-3023 in the specific geographic area where you'll work. Prevailing wages are broken into four levels based on experience and complexity. You can look up the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate your offer, so you know the minimum the LCA must certify.
Can my employer use a staffing or consulting firm to sponsor my H-1B for this role?
Staffing firms can file H-1B petitions for Electrical Technician roles, but USCIS scrutinizes these more heavily because the end-client relationship complicates the employer-employee control test. Your petition will be stronger if the direct employer files rather than a third-party staffing agency. If a staffing arrangement is unavoidable, the employer of record must demonstrate day-to-day supervisory control over your work.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers or move to a different work site?
Changing employers requires your new employer to file an H-1B transfer petition before your start date. Moving to a new worksite in a different metropolitan area requires a new LCA certified by the DOL for that location, because prevailing wages vary by geography. Your employer must post the new LCA at the new worksite for ten consecutive business days before the move.