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Facilities Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, civil, or electrical engineering. Employers in commercial real estate, manufacturing, and higher education are consistent H-1B sponsors for this title, filing LCAs under SOC code 17-2199.
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INTRODUCTION
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
About the Role (Job Summary)
The Senior Facilities Representative plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations within a fast-paced distribution and operational environment. This position is responsible for coordinating facility maintenance activities, supporting automated systems and equipment, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring building systems operate effectively to support business continuity. The successful candidate will serve as a primary point of contact for facility-related issues and contribute to a productive, safe, and well-maintained workplace.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
- Coordinate facility operations, including preventive maintenance, repairs, work order management, and the ongoing support of building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
- Support the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated systems and equipment, including OSR (Order Storage and Retrieval), A-Frame, conveyor, and material handling systems.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for facility, building operations, and automation-related issues, partnering with internal stakeholders, vendors, and contractors to ensure timely resolution.
- Conduct routine facility, safety, and equipment inspections to identify maintenance requirements, compliance risks, and opportunities to improve operational efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Manage vendor relationships and service activities, monitor contract performance, maintain facility records and asset documentation, and support facility budgeting and cost-control initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements while supporting emergency preparedness, business continuity, facility improvement projects, and space planning activities.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience supporting facility maintenance programs, work order systems, or building operations.
- Experience working with contractors, vendors, and service providers.
- Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or automation equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, troubleshoot operational issues, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience supporting automated warehouse, distribution center, pharmaceutical, healthcare, logistics, or manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of OSR (Order Storage and Retrieval) systems, A-Frame automation, conveyor systems, or material handling equipment.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Vendor management, contract administration, and project coordination experience.
- Knowledge of facility compliance standards, workplace safety requirements, and environmental regulations.
- Facilities Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), or similar industry certification.
- Experience supporting capital improvement or facility upgrade projects.
Physical Requirements
- Primarily based onsite within a distribution center, warehouse, or operational facility environment.
- May require occasional local travel to support facility projects, vendors, or business operations.
- Ability to walk throughout large facilities, access equipment areas, climb ladders, and perform facility inspections.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or move up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in varying warehouse or facility conditions, including exposure to equipment noise and temperature fluctuations.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson,
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$24.16 - $40.26
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Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree and the facilities engineering position. A degree in mechanical or industrial engineering typically aligns, but a general business degree won't support the specialty occupation requirement without significant coursework in engineering.
Search LCA filings by SOC code
Facilities Engineer roles file under SOC 17-2199 in the DOL system. Filter OFLC disclosure data by that code to find employers who have actively sponsored this title, not just companies with a general H-1B history.
Use Migrate Mate to target verified sponsors
Pull up Facilities Engineer listings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have verified H-1B LCA filing history for this exact role. That filters out companies that sponsor selectively or only for software positions.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 17-2199 in your target metro before any salary conversation. Your offered wage must meet at least Level I for the LCA to certify, and many facilities roles fall at Level II or III in high-cost markets.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, teaching hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning you can start on H-1B any time of year without lottery risk. Facilities engineering roles at these employers are a viable path if you've lost the lottery or need to avoid the April registration window.
Document professional engineer licensure carefully
If the role requires a PE license, confirm with the employer whether USCIS will use the license as additional evidence of specialty occupation. State-issued PE credentials can strengthen the petition, but they don't substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement in the underlying filing.
H-1B Visa Facilities Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Facilities Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer's job description requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific engineering field such as mechanical, civil, electrical, or industrial engineering. Roles that accept any four-year degree regardless of field are harder to defend as specialty occupations. The O*NET profile for this SOC code supports the degree requirement, which helps when USCIS reviews the petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Facilities Engineers?
Universities, hospital systems, large commercial real estate operators, semiconductor manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies file H-1B LCAs for Facilities Engineers at higher volumes than most other sectors. These employers tend to have in-house HR teams familiar with the process and ongoing facilities headcount needs. You can browse employers with active filing history for this title on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if my facilities role is reclassified or my duties change significantly?
If your employer changes your job duties substantially, such as shifting you from hands-on engineering to a predominantly administrative facilities management role, USCIS may view that as a material change requiring an amended H-1B petition. Your employer should file the amendment before the change takes effect. Failing to do so creates a period of unauthorized employment even if you remain with the same company.
Can a staffing agency sponsor an H-1B visa for a Facilities Engineer placed at a client site?
Yes, but the staffing agency is the petitioning employer of record and bears the LCA wage obligation. USCIS scrutinizes third-party placement petitions closely for specialty occupation and employer-employee relationship evidence. The agency must demonstrate it controls the terms and conditions of your work, and the end client's job requirements must independently satisfy the specialty occupation standard.
How does a PE license affect my H-1B petition as a Facilities Engineer?
A Professional Engineer license issued by a U.S. state board strengthens your petition as corroborating evidence that the role requires advanced specialized knowledge. USCIS doesn't treat it as a substitute for the bachelor's degree requirement, but adjudicators do weigh it when evaluating whether the position rises to specialty occupation level. Include your PE certificate and the state board's requirements in the supporting documentation.