H-1B Visa Line Technician Jobs
H-1B visa sponsorship for Line Technician roles is possible when employers structure the position around degree-level engineering or technical duties. Utility companies, telecom infrastructure firms, and electrical contractors actively file LCAs for these roles. The H-1B grants up to three years of status, extendable to six, with each worksite requiring its own certified LCA.
Find H-1B Visa Line Technician JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 13+ Line Technician jobs
See all Line Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Line Technician roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Our M&E team has earned the FAA’s prestigious Diamond Award for almost 20 consecutive years - the only major carrier to receive the award for as many years, and the most of any airline. From our parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar, our Ready, SAFE, Go mindset prioritizes safety in all that we do - for our guests and coworkers. If you share our values to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Line Aircraft Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this individual contributor role performs all functions in the repair and maintenance of aircraft, which includes dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union represented position.
KEY DUTIES:
- Repair and perform maintenance on aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices.
- Perform all work in a prompt timely manner, adhering to all attendance reliability policies and procedures.
- Exercise the authority of an Airman (any gender) Certificate (Repairman (any gender) or Airframe and/or Powerplant) in signing the corrective action in maintenance documents or aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, ensuring such is in accordance with Alaska Airlines policies and procedures.
- Act as cockpit coordinator, when assigned, to ensure safe operation of aircraft systems (e.g., flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck.
- Ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly work area is maintained at all times.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
- Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
- Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.
- Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
- Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
- Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 or more years of aircraft technician experience.
- 2 or more years of college.
JOB-SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
STARTING RATE: USD $45.21/Hr.
TOTAL REWARDS:
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular
LOCATION: Seattle - Hangar (Assigned MTX Tech)
AIRPORT SIDA BADGE REQUIREMENTS:
Important notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
INTRODUCTION
Our M&E team has earned the FAA’s prestigious Diamond Award for almost 20 consecutive years - the only major carrier to receive the award for as many years, and the most of any airline. From our parts warehouse to the maintenance hangar, our Ready, SAFE, Go mindset prioritizes safety in all that we do - for our guests and coworkers. If you share our values to safety and excellence, we want to hear from you.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Line Aircraft Technician is responsible for repair and maintenance of aircraft for the Maintenance & Engineering (M&E) division of Alaska Airlines (AS). As a member of the M&E division, this individual contributor role performs all functions in the repair and maintenance of aircraft, which includes dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices. This is a union represented position.
KEY DUTIES:
- Repair and perform maintenance on aircraft, including dismantling, repairing, assembly, and erection of machinery and mechanical devices.
- Perform all work in a prompt timely manner, adhering to all attendance reliability policies and procedures.
- Exercise the authority of an Airman (any gender) Certificate (Repairman (any gender) or Airframe and/or Powerplant) in signing the corrective action in maintenance documents or aircraft maintenance log for airworthiness release or return to service, ensuring such is in accordance with Alaska Airlines policies and procedures.
- Act as cockpit coordinator, when assigned, to ensure safe operation of aircraft systems (e.g., flight controls, electrical, landing gear) from the flight deck.
- Ensure that a clean, safe, and orderly work area is maintained at all times.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve technical issues.
- Ability to consistently lift 70 lbs.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp.
- Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company procedures.
- Valid Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
- Must have a valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory or the District of Columbia.
- Flexible to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 or more years of aircraft technician experience.
- 2 or more years of college.
JOB-SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.
STARTING RATE: USD $45.21/Hr.
TOTAL REWARDS:
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air pay and benefits can vary by company, location, number of regularly scheduled hours worked, length of employment, and employment status.
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
- Generous 401k match program
- Annual bonus plans
- Generous holiday and paid time off
For more information about Alaska/Hawaiian/Horizon Total Rewards please visit our career site and view benefits.
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time
REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular
LOCATION: Seattle - Hangar (Assigned MTX Tech)
AIRPORT SIDA BADGE REQUIREMENTS:
Important notification for employees working at an airport or maintenance hangar: Employees will be required to obtain a SIDA badge provided by the airport authority and maintain good standing in order to keep their SIDA badge. Review the SIDA Badge Requirements document for a comprehensive overview. If an employee does not qualify for a SIDA badge or has their SIDA badge pulled from them, the employee will be terminated.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement
It is the policy of Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and to ensure equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and benefits of employment or potential employment.
We also prohibit discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
We have established an EEO Compliance Program under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“Section 503”) and the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (“VEVRAA”). All applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. In addition, we have established an audit and reporting system to allow for effective measurement of its equal employment opportunity activities.
To implement this policy, we will:
(1) Recruit, hire, train and promote qualified persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and any other legally protected categories;
(2) Ensure that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements; and
(3) Ensure that all personnel actions and employment activities such as compensation, benefits, promotions, layoffs, return from layoff, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air sponsored programs, and tuition assistance will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected categories.
Employees and applicants for employment will not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion or discrimination because they have engaged or may engage in (1) filing a complaint, (2) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by, or exercising any other right protected by, any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA, or (3) assisting or participating in any investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State or local law requiring equal opportunity, including Section 503 and the equal opportunity provisions of VEVRAA.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air are regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT – regulations, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines or a metabolite of these drugs prior to any offer or employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines/Horizon Air and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
See all H-1B Visa Line Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Line Technician Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Line Technician
Align your credentials to degree-level duties
Pull the O*NET profile for electrical or telecommunications line installer roles and map your bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field directly to the technical tasks listed. Employers use this alignment to justify specialty occupation status to USCIS.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filings in line technician or electrical installation occupations. Prioritize utility companies and telecom contractors that file consistently, as they already have established sponsorship workflows.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target job title and worksite zip code through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing level for your specific location, so knowing the threshold prevents offer mismatches.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If the role involves rotating between substations, cell towers, or utility corridors in different counties, ask your prospective employer directly whether they'll file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. A single LCA does not cover unlisted locations.
Document field experience in degree-equivalent terms
If you completed specialized training programs or apprenticeships alongside your degree, describe those in engineering-specific language on your resume. USCIS scrutinizes whether Line Technician roles genuinely require the theoretical and practical application of a bachelor's-level discipline.
Account for cap timing in your start-date planning
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so coordinate with your employer early. Cap-subject petitions have an October 1 start date, meaning a gap between your current authorization expiry and that date needs a bridging plan discussed with your employer before the offer is signed.
H-1B Visa Line Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Line Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Not automatically. A Line Technician position qualifies as a specialty occupation only when the employer structures it to require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a directly related technical field. Employers who frame the role around systems analysis, power grid design, or complex diagnostic work are the ones successfully filing H-1B petitions for this title. USCIS will scrutinize whether the actual daily duties genuinely require that degree-level knowledge.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Line Technician jobs?
Utility companies, electrical contractors working on high-voltage infrastructure, and large telecom firms building out fiber and wireless networks are the most active sponsors for degree-level Line Technician roles. These employers have dedicated HR and legal teams familiar with H-1B filings. You can browse employers with verified LCA filing history for these occupations on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Line Technician H-1B offers?
Every employer filing an LCA must certify they'll pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the specific occupation and worksite location. For Line Technician roles, the prevailing wage is tied to the SOC code the employer assigns, which can vary depending on whether the position is classified under electrical installation or engineering. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your target city and job code before accepting any offer to verify the floor.
What happens if the Line Technician job requires work at multiple sites?
Each distinct worksite location requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL before work begins at that location. If your employer sends you to substations or tower sites across multiple counties or states, they're responsible for filing separate LCAs covering each address. Confirm this process explicitly with your employer's HR or immigration counsel before your first day, since non-compliance creates status risk for you.
Can a Line Technician on H-1B change employers mid-status?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days and your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires, you can begin working for the new employer once USCIS receives the petition. The new employer must file a fresh I-129 and a certified LCA for your new worksite. USCIS guidance on portability covers the exact conditions.