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Get Access To All JobsEnergy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.
We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.
Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
Summary:
Energy Transfer is looking for an experienced server support professional with an eye towards the future with automation technologies. The position is a hands on technical role within the Infrastructure Services Server Operations team. Qualified candidates will have an immediate impact utilizing past experience, current solution sets and tools to continue support of the current environment. The qualified candidate should be able to closely collaborate with team members, other IT teams and customers to help develop robust, well organized plans to implement solutions within short time-frames with minimal risk and interruption of service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support all shared file services functions, backups and server patching efforts
- Monitor and maintain all enterprise level servers in all domains
- Supporting other team members with all Veeam administrative functions to ensure all backups are successful
- Help maintain and monitor all enterprise Veeam Backup and Recovery servers and jobs in all domains
- Architecting solutions for continuous process and procedure improvement
- Automating and/or writing/editing scripts to automate job functions
- Cross-training other team members, sharing information with others, documenting all processes
- Supporting other team members with various administrative functions and troubleshooting efforts
- Participate in the on-call rotation
- Part of BCP team for disaster recovery
- Working incident, tasks, change requests and server new builds assigned to team
- Troubleshooting issues to resolution
- Team liaison with other IT teams
- Take ownership and technically lead assigned projects
Requirements
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- The Senior IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
- The Lead IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
- The Principal IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 10+ years of relevant job related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate will possess the following skillset:
- Ability to handle multiple workloads at the same time/multi-task, understanding priorities
- 3+ experience with supporting Microsoft DFS for shared file services across multiple domain
- 3+ years experience with supporting or using Veeam Backup and Recovery or other related backup technologies
- 5+ years experience with supporting large enterprise server environments across multiple domains
- 5+ years experience with scripting tools, such as PowerShell, reading and writing scripts
- 3 to 5 years experience with SolarWinds or other monitoring tool such as Grafana
- 3 to 5 years experience with SCCM, specifically server patching and reporting
- Experience working with SQL and writing SQL queries, specifically relating to SCCM and Veeam
- Experience with automation technologies such as PowerShell, Puppet, Ansible/Tower and RPA, etc
- Working knowledge of Printer Logic, Double Take, CipherTrust, ServiceNow, Graylog, Grafana, FTP, DFS, AD 2019, Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 and 2022, 2025, SharePoint, working with Secure Networks, file server replacements, server and data migrations and server decommissions
Nice to have experience:
- Experience with Business Continuity Plans (disaster recovery plans)
- Experience with VMWare/virtual environments
- Experience with other backup technologies
- Experience with Beyond Trust least privilege user scenario's
- Experience with Application packaging for servers
- Experience with RedHat Linux
Required Soft Skills:
- Great customer service skills and willingness to cross-train with others
- Be a team player and willing to work in small to large groups as needed
- Be a self-starter, ambitious, creative thinker, doesn't accept status quo and always looking at ways to continue to move the group forward
- Project management experience or certification is a plus
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.
We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.
Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
Summary:
Energy Transfer is looking for an experienced server support professional with an eye towards the future with automation technologies. The position is a hands on technical role within the Infrastructure Services Server Operations team. Qualified candidates will have an immediate impact utilizing past experience, current solution sets and tools to continue support of the current environment. The qualified candidate should be able to closely collaborate with team members, other IT teams and customers to help develop robust, well organized plans to implement solutions within short time-frames with minimal risk and interruption of service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support all shared file services functions, backups and server patching efforts
- Monitor and maintain all enterprise level servers in all domains
- Supporting other team members with all Veeam administrative functions to ensure all backups are successful
- Help maintain and monitor all enterprise Veeam Backup and Recovery servers and jobs in all domains
- Architecting solutions for continuous process and procedure improvement
- Automating and/or writing/editing scripts to automate job functions
- Cross-training other team members, sharing information with others, documenting all processes
- Supporting other team members with various administrative functions and troubleshooting efforts
- Participate in the on-call rotation
- Part of BCP team for disaster recovery
- Working incident, tasks, change requests and server new builds assigned to team
- Troubleshooting issues to resolution
- Team liaison with other IT teams
- Take ownership and technically lead assigned projects
Requirements
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
- The Senior IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
- The Lead IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
- The Principal IT Specialist level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 10+ years of relevant job related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
The candidate will possess the following skillset:
- Ability to handle multiple workloads at the same time/multi-task, understanding priorities
- 3+ experience with supporting Microsoft DFS for shared file services across multiple domain
- 3+ years experience with supporting or using Veeam Backup and Recovery or other related backup technologies
- 5+ years experience with supporting large enterprise server environments across multiple domains
- 5+ years experience with scripting tools, such as PowerShell, reading and writing scripts
- 3 to 5 years experience with SolarWinds or other monitoring tool such as Grafana
- 3 to 5 years experience with SCCM, specifically server patching and reporting
- Experience working with SQL and writing SQL queries, specifically relating to SCCM and Veeam
- Experience with automation technologies such as PowerShell, Puppet, Ansible/Tower and RPA, etc
- Working knowledge of Printer Logic, Double Take, CipherTrust, ServiceNow, Graylog, Grafana, FTP, DFS, AD 2019, Windows Server 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 and 2022, 2025, SharePoint, working with Secure Networks, file server replacements, server and data migrations and server decommissions
Nice to have experience:
- Experience with Business Continuity Plans (disaster recovery plans)
- Experience with VMWare/virtual environments
- Experience with other backup technologies
- Experience with Beyond Trust least privilege user scenario's
- Experience with Application packaging for servers
- Experience with RedHat Linux
Required Soft Skills:
- Great customer service skills and willingness to cross-train with others
- Be a team player and willing to work in small to large groups as needed
- Be a self-starter, ambitious, creative thinker, doesn't accept status quo and always looking at ways to continue to move the group forward
- Project management experience or certification is a plus
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Usually, normal office working conditions.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an IT Operations Specialist
Align your resume to SOC codes
IT Operations Specialist roles map to specific SOC codes that determine your H-1B prevailing wage level. Review your resume to reflect the duties tied to your target SOC code before applying, so your experience matches what the employer certifies on the LCA.
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your degree field to relate directly to the IT operations role. A general business degree can trigger an RFE. A transcript showing coursework in networking, systems administration, or information technology strengthens your petition before the employer files.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter IT Operations Specialist roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this specific occupation, so you're applying to companies already familiar with the H-1B process for your job title rather than educating a first-time sponsor.
Ask about cap-exempt employer eligibility early
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery window. If you're open to these sectors, identify cap-exempt employers before you receive offers to avoid lottery timing conflicts.
Confirm the offered wage meets the prevailing wage
Before signing an offer, cross-reference the role's location and job duties against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the salary meets at least the Level I or Level II prevailing wage. An offer below the prevailing wage will fail DOL certification and delay your petition.
Clarify who pays which H-1B fees upfront
USCIS prohibits employees from paying certain H-1B filing fees, but premium processing costs are often negotiable. Confirm in writing which fees the employer covers before you accept an offer, since undisclosed fee-shifting arrangements can complicate your petition and create compliance issues.
H-1B Visa IT Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Operations Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or information technology. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field can draw an RFE from USCIS. Employers strengthen the petition by documenting why a specific technical degree is necessary for the day-to-day duties of the role.
Which employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for IT Operations Specialists?
Enterprises in financial services, healthcare systems, and large technology firms file LCAs for IT operations roles most consistently, as their infrastructure teams require ongoing headcount. You can browse verified sponsoring employers for this specific job title on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by DOL Labor Condition Application filing history so you see only active sponsors.
How does the H-1B lottery affect IT Operations Specialists at for-profit employers?
If your employer is a for-profit company without a cap-exempt affiliation, your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery, which opens in March for an October 1 start date. USCIS first draws from the 65,000 regular cap, with 20,000 additional slots reserved for U.S. master's degree holders. Not being selected means waiting until the next registration cycle.
What prevailing wage level should an IT Operations Specialist expect for H-1B purposes?
Prevailing wage levels depend on your job duties, the specific SOC code your employer assigns, and the work location. Entry-level positions typically fall at Level I or II under DOL's wage determination framework. You can look up current prevailing wages for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating an offer to confirm the salary your employer proposes will clear DOL certification.
Can an IT Operations Specialist transfer their H-1B to a new employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file a non-frivolous transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided you're in valid H-1B status and not in your first 60 days of employment. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and a certified LCA covering the new role and location before you start.