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Industrial Maintenance Technicians qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or technical field. Employers in manufacturing, utilities, and industrial facilities file H-1B petitions annually, with the cap opening each April for October 1 start dates.
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ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a minimum of 6 months of industrial maintenance or general maintenance work experience documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of a maintenance training program, HVAC training program (Vocational or Trade schools) (will need to provide documentation of completion) or have a degree within a relative field (if graduated, no experience needed at time of hire).
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary: Lead Maintenance Generalist - Full Time - Amherst, OH 44001
Current Pay Range: $25.05 - $34.95 (Pay commensurate with experience)
As a Lead Maintenance Generalist, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Lead Maintenance Generalists are vital to maintaining our Team Members’ safety through problem-solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Maintenance Generalists. Come be part of our Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include, but are not limited to the following)
- This position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in coordination of the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor’s instructions are communicated effectively to the team members and efficiently.
- Provide maintenance support with minimal supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and the team.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
- Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
- Able to work well without direct supervision and build a strong team.
- Utilize leadership skills to train and grow new technicians.
- Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
- Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.
- Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.
- Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.
- Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.
- Frequent overhead work.
FOR ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)
- Must be willing and able to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.
- Must be willing and able to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
- Must be willing and able to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.
- Must be willing and able to perform repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling.
- Must be willing and able to withstand temperatures inside the plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
3RD SHIFT (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY - You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.
Job Details:
ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a minimum of 6 months of industrial maintenance or general maintenance work experience documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of a maintenance training program, HVAC training program (Vocational or Trade schools) (will need to provide documentation of completion) or have a degree within a relative field (if graduated, no experience needed at time of hire).
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Summary: Lead Maintenance Generalist - Full Time - Amherst, OH 44001
Current Pay Range: $25.05 - $34.95 (Pay commensurate with experience)
As a Lead Maintenance Generalist, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across every area of our facility and influence company performance by maintaining our equipment. Our Lead Maintenance Generalists are vital to maintaining our Team Members’ safety through problem-solving and proactive upkeep. We have a fast-paced work environment, where every day is different, and we invest in the continued growth and skills of our Maintenance Generalists. Come be part of our Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include, but are not limited to the following)
- This position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in coordination of the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor’s instructions are communicated effectively to the team members and efficiently.
- Provide maintenance support with minimal supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and the team.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance repairs on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
- Conduct emergency mechanical or electrical repairs as needed.
- Able to work well without direct supervision and build a strong team.
- Utilize leadership skills to train and grow new technicians.
- Troubleshoot issues related to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
- Safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment.
- Effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.
- Minimize downtime due to equipment failure.
- Computer Skills: Basic computer skills necessary for logging information, processing daily work orders, and completing required documentation. Ability to learn and utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Basic math skills, including percentages, fractions, and measurements.
- Communication Skills: Effective communication and basic math skills required.
- Frequent overhead work.
FOR ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)
- Must be willing and able to lift, push, and pull up to 75 lbs. occasionally; ability to lift 20 lbs. frequently.
- Must be willing and able to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
- Must be willing and able to work in confined and tall spaces, walk, climb, utilize a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.
- Must be willing and able to perform repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling.
- Must be willing and able to withstand temperatures inside the plant may vary from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
3RD SHIFT (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY - You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Industrial Maintenance Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to industrial maintenance work. An engineering technology or mechatronics degree strengthens your case. A general associate's degree paired with unrelated work experience often triggers a Request for Evidence.
Pull your O*NET profile before applying
The O*NET occupation profile for Industrial Maintenance Technicians lists the knowledge domains and education levels USCIS reviewers reference. Use it to align your resume language with the credential standards adjudicators expect for specialty occupation approval.
Target manufacturers enrolled in E-Verify
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers for STEM-adjacent maintenance roles are typically already enrolled in E-Verify. Filtering for E-Verify-enrolled manufacturers and utilities narrows your list to employers already familiar with federal compliance obligations.
Use Migrate Mate to find active H-1B sponsors
Search Migrate Mate for Industrial Maintenance Technician roles filtered by employers with H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces companies that have previously certified maintenance positions with DOL, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never sponsored the role.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing rate for your area, so knowing the floor prevents offers that can't clear DOL certification.
Ask about cap-exempt filing options early
Some industrial employers contract maintenance technicians through universities or nonprofit research facilities, which are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. If a direct-hire path fails the lottery, ask whether a cap-exempt affiliated entity handles the same equipment or facility.
H-1B Visa Industrial Maintenance Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Industrial Maintenance Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require a bachelor's degree in a specific related field. Positions emphasizing electronics engineering, mechatronics, or industrial automation typically qualify. Roles described primarily as hands-on trade work without a degree requirement often don't. The job description language your employer uses in the LCA and I-129 petition is critical.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for maintenance technician roles?
Automotive manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, pharmaceutical production, and utilities are the sectors that most consistently file H-1B LCAs for maintenance technician positions. These employers run complex automated equipment where engineering-level troubleshooting is routine, which supports the specialty occupation argument. You can find employers with active H-1B filing history for this role category on Migrate Mate.
Can my employer file for H-1B sponsorship if I'm currently on OPT as a maintenance technician?
Yes. Your employer files the H-1B registration during the annual lottery window, typically in March, for an October 1 start date. If you're on STEM OPT, your extension can bridge the gap if your OPT expires before October 1. Your employer's payroll and HR teams need to coordinate the timing with your DSO to avoid any gap in work authorization.
What documents should I gather before asking an employer to sponsor my H-1B?
Collect your degree transcripts and any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S., your current I-94 record, any prior visa approvals, and a detailed description of your maintenance responsibilities that maps to your degree field. Employers and their immigration counsel use these to draft the specialty occupation support letter and complete the LCA wage determination through the OFLC system.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from my maintenance technician job?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, transfer your petition to a new employer, or change to another visa status. If a new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before the 60 days expire, you can begin working for them once USCIS receives the petition. USCIS provides specific guidance on this grace period and portability rules.