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Facilities Maintenance Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a related technical field. Employers in healthcare, universities, and large commercial real estate portfolios are the most consistent sponsors. Use Migrate Mate to filter by verified H-1B visa filing history.
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We are the people who give possibilities purpose.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Support the operation, maintenance, problem solving, and repair of sterilization equipment, facility systems, and critical utilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for maintaining sterilization equipment and associated support systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, steam, vacuum, nitrogen, chilled water, and hot water systems. The Maintenance Technician partners with production and engineering teams to improve equipment uptime, support preventive maintenance programs, and maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.
Schedule: Must be available to work within operating hours of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Actual scheduled shift will be assigned based on business needs. Participation in an on-call rotation may be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, maintain, fix, repair, and support sterilization equipment and associated utility systems.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sterilization equipment, facility systems, and production support equipment.
- Fix and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, steam, evacuated systems, nitrogen supply, cooled water, and heated water systems.
- Support the startup, operation, and monitoring of critical utilities and process equipment.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns, determine root causes, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Perform routine maintenance activities including inspections, equipment adjustments, lubrication, part replacement, and system testing.
- Coordinate and work alongside contractors and vendors during specialized projects, installations, and maintenance activities.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure work is completed in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Support facility upkeep through general maintenance activities, including plumbing, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and general building repairs.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Follow FDA cGMP requirements and all BD safety, environmental, and quality policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Experience solving and repairing industrial equipment, facility systems, or manufacturing support equipment.
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, equipment manuals, and operating procedures.
- Basic digital literacy and experience documenting maintenance activities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of a maintenance role, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, and working in industrial environments.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation as required.
Preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing, medical device, pharmaceutical, sterilization, or regulated production environment.
- Experience maintaining boilers, steam systems, vacuum systems, chilled water systems, compressed gases, or other critical utilities.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, welding, and fabrication equipment.
- Familiarity with FDA cGMP requirements and regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience working with contractors, vendors, and multi-functional teams to support facility and equipment maintenance.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Work Shift
US BD 3rd Shift 11pm-730am (United States of America)
INTRODUCTION
We are the people who give possibilities purpose.
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Support the operation, maintenance, problem solving, and repair of sterilization equipment, facility systems, and critical utilities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for maintaining sterilization equipment and associated support systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, steam, vacuum, nitrogen, chilled water, and hot water systems. The Maintenance Technician partners with production and engineering teams to improve equipment uptime, support preventive maintenance programs, and maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.
Schedule: Must be available to work within operating hours of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday. Actual scheduled shift will be assigned based on business needs. Participation in an on-call rotation may be required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install, maintain, fix, repair, and support sterilization equipment and associated utility systems.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on sterilization equipment, facility systems, and production support equipment.
- Fix and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, steam, evacuated systems, nitrogen supply, cooled water, and heated water systems.
- Support the startup, operation, and monitoring of critical utilities and process equipment.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns, determine root causes, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Perform routine maintenance activities including inspections, equipment adjustments, lubrication, part replacement, and system testing.
- Coordinate and work alongside contractors and vendors during specialized projects, installations, and maintenance activities.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure work is completed in accordance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Support facility upkeep through general maintenance activities, including plumbing, electrical work, HVAC maintenance, and general building repairs.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Follow FDA cGMP requirements and all BD safety, environmental, and quality policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Experience solving and repairing industrial equipment, facility systems, or manufacturing support equipment.
- Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, equipment manuals, and operating procedures.
- Basic digital literacy and experience documenting maintenance activities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of a maintenance role, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, and working in industrial environments.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation as required.
Preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing, medical device, pharmaceutical, sterilization, or regulated production environment.
- Experience maintaining boilers, steam systems, vacuum systems, chilled water systems, compressed gases, or other critical utilities.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability practices.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, welding, and fabrication equipment.
- Familiarity with FDA cGMP requirements and regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience working with contractors, vendors, and multi-functional teams to support facility and equipment maintenance.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Primary Work Location
USA UT - Sandy
Work Shift
US BD 3rd Shift 11pm-730am (United States of America)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Facilities Maintenance Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct link between your degree field and the role. A degree in mechanical engineering or facilities management supports the case far better than a general business degree, so gather transcripts and credential evaluations before applying.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated facilities departments are cap-exempt, meaning you can file any time of year without waiting for the annual lottery window. Prioritize these employers in your search on Migrate Mate.
Pull OFLC prevailing wage data for your metro
Before negotiating an offer, look up the Level II or III prevailing wage for your SOC code and city using the OFLC Wage Search. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above this figure, so knowing it upfront prevents offer-stage surprises.
Ask about E-Verify enrollment during screening
STEM OPT and certain work authorization bridges require the employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. If you're transitioning from OPT, confirm E-Verify status before investing time in the interview process for any facilities role.
Document hands-on certifications alongside your degree
Facilities roles often involve licensed trades work. While HVAC, electrical, or boiler certifications don't substitute for a degree, they strengthen the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition by showing the role requires specialized theoretical and applied knowledge.
File early to capture the full 60-day grace period
If your current employer's H-1B ends before a new job starts, you have a 60-day grace period. USCIS must receive the new I-129 while your status is still valid, so work with your new employer to start the filing process immediately after accepting an offer.
H-1B Visa Facilities Maintenance Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Facilities Maintenance Technician role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific specialty. A facilities technician job that demands an engineering or facilities management degree to perform building systems analysis, energy modeling, or complex HVAC troubleshooting can qualify. A general maintenance role with no degree requirement typically does not.
Which employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for facilities roles?
Hospitals, university facilities departments, large hotel chains, and corporate real estate companies with in-house engineering teams are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for facilities positions. These employers maintain complex building systems that require degreed technical staff. You can browse companies with verified H-1B LCA filing history for facilities roles on Migrate Mate.
What SOC code applies to Facilities Maintenance Technician for the LCA?
The most commonly used SOC codes are 49-9071 (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General) and 17-2112 (Industrial Engineers) for more engineering-focused facilities roles. The employer selects the code that best matches the actual duties. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify on the LCA through the OFLC Wage Search.
Can O*NET job zone data help my employer build the specialty occupation argument?
Yes. O*NET classifies Facilities Maintenance roles and lists the typical education, knowledge domains, and technical skills required. If your employer's job description maps closely to the O*NET profile for a Job Zone 3 or higher occupation, that data can support the specialty occupation determination in the I-129 petition and any RFE response.
How long does H-1B sponsorship take for a facilities technician position?
Standard USCIS processing currently runs three to six months after filing. If your employer opts for premium processing, USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days for an additional fee. Cap-subject petitions can only be filed once per fiscal year after lottery selection in April, so your start date is tied to the October 1 cap-year start unless you're filing with a cap-exempt employer.