H-1B Visa Field Technician Jobs
Field Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related technical field, think electrical engineering, electronics technology, or a closely aligned discipline. Employers in utilities, telecommunications, and industrial services regularly file LCAs for these roles, and the cap-subject lottery applies unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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Stewart & Stevenson is Now Hiring a Field Service Technician III at 8631 East Freeway Houston, TX 77029.
Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing complex and/or major mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs at the customer’s place of business on customer's equipment including refractory units, coil tubing units, pumping units, and other oil field equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose all problems with customer's equipment.
- Identify and order parts necessary to complete repairs and routine maintenance.
- Perform complex and/or major repairs on customer's equipment. Replace parts and equipment as necessary.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to established guidelines and schedules.
- Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner.
- Assist lower-level Technicians in completing work assignments as necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform all work in accordance with established quality standards and safety procedures.
- Conduct load bank tests to ensure generators can handle their rated capacity and perform effectively under load.
- Lead and perform generator commissioning activities, including verifying system installation, conducting performance tests, and ensuring all components function according to design specifications.
- Must have experience and tools for troubleshooting and repairing portable and stationary compressors, both electric-motor and diesel-engine driven.
- Must be able to read and comprehend electrical wiring diagrams, pneumatic schematics, and troubleshooting and repair publications.
- Will be tasked with working on most compressor brands including, but not limited to, Atlas Copco, Sullair, and Doosan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
- Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
- Ability to possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record as a condition of employment.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or General Education (GED) and three to seven years related experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred. Ability to utilize laptop computers and portable diagnostic tools required.
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES: Technical certification in automotive, lift truck, heavy equipment and/or diesel engine repair required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES & REQUIREMENTS: Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Smell
- Sense of Touch
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work at various customers' place of business outside and/or in a shop environment.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Overview:
Stewart & Stevenson is Now Hiring a Field Service Technician III at 8631 East Freeway Houston, TX 77029.
Responsible for diagnosing problems and performing complex and/or major mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs at the customer’s place of business on customer's equipment including refractory units, coil tubing units, pumping units, and other oil field equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately troubleshoot and diagnose all problems with customer's equipment.
- Identify and order parts necessary to complete repairs and routine maintenance.
- Perform complex and/or major repairs on customer's equipment. Replace parts and equipment as necessary.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment according to established guidelines and schedules.
- Complete all work orders and time sheets in a legible, accurate and timely manner.
- Assist lower-level Technicians in completing work assignments as necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform all work in accordance with established quality standards and safety procedures.
- Conduct load bank tests to ensure generators can handle their rated capacity and perform effectively under load.
- Lead and perform generator commissioning activities, including verifying system installation, conducting performance tests, and ensuring all components function according to design specifications.
- Must have experience and tools for troubleshooting and repairing portable and stationary compressors, both electric-motor and diesel-engine driven.
- Must be able to read and comprehend electrical wiring diagrams, pneumatic schematics, and troubleshooting and repair publications.
- Will be tasked with working on most compressor brands including, but not limited to, Atlas Copco, Sullair, and Doosan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
- Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
- Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
- Ability to possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record as a condition of employment.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or General Education (GED) and three to seven years related experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Basic computer navigation and utilization skills required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred. Ability to utilize laptop computers and portable diagnostic tools required.
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES: Technical certification in automotive, lift truck, heavy equipment and/or diesel engine repair required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES & REQUIREMENTS: Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception) Sense of Smell
- Sense of Touch
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work at various customers' place of business outside and/or in a shop environment.
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Field Technician
Verify your degree matches the SOC code
USCIS scrutinizes Field Technician petitions closely because the role's specialty occupation status isn't automatic. Pull the O*NET profile for your specific SOC code and confirm your degree field directly aligns before applying anywhere.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Hospitals, universities, and nonprofit research institutions can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. Search Migrate Mate's employer database to filter Field Technician roles by verified cap-exempt sponsors, cutting your wait time significantly.
Request the LCA before accepting any offer
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your I-129. Ask prospective employers whether their LCA is already certified for your work location and wage level, uncertified LCAs delay everything.
Document field certifications as specialty occupation evidence
USCIS RFEs on Field Technician petitions often challenge whether the role genuinely requires a degree. Collect job postings, internal org charts, and industry certification requirements showing that a technical bachelor's degree is standard for the position.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before your offer letter
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before salary negotiations. Employers who offer below Wage Level II for a technical role risk DOL audits that can unwind your petition after filing.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically between roles
If your current H-1B employment ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsor. File your H-1B transfer with cap-gap protection in place before that window closes, not after you've already stopped working.
H-1B Visa Field Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Field Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Field Technician positions tied to electrical engineering, telecommunications systems, or industrial instrumentation typically qualify. Roles where any technical background is acceptable, regardless of degree field, face higher denial risk and often trigger a Request for Evidence.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for Field Technicians?
Utilities, telecommunications carriers, defense contractors, and medical equipment companies file LCAs for Field Technician roles with the greatest frequency. These industries rely on degree-specific technical knowledge and are accustomed to the H-1B process. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for Field Technician positions directly on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and location.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition if my Field Technician work is at multiple client sites?
Yes, but the employer must file a separate LCA for each worksite location where you'll spend more than five consecutive workdays. This is called the multiple-worksite rule under DOL regulations. If your role involves traveling to different client sites regularly, confirm your employer understands this requirement before the petition is filed, since an LCA that covers only one location won't protect you legally at others.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Field Technician project ends before my visa expires?
USCIS grants a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination, during which you can find a new H-1B sponsor and file a transfer. Your new employer's attorney files an I-129 petition to transfer your status. You can continue working for the new employer once the transfer receipt is issued, not just after approval, under H-1B portability rules under AC21.
Do Field Technician employers need to be E-Verify enrolled to sponsor an H-1B?
E-Verify enrollment isn't required solely because an employer sponsors H-1B visas. However, federal contractors and employers subject to state E-Verify mandates must participate. If you're offered a Field Technician role with a federal contractor, confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled before your petition is filed, since non-compliance can affect the entire sponsorship.