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Georgia-Pacific's Particleboard facility in Diboll, Texas has an incredible opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Technician. In this role you will be expected to work on a 12-Hour Rotating Shift supporting our production department.
Our Electrical Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment within the mill to support the long-term quality and production goals of the organization. This position also performs preventative maintenance to ensure electrical equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience troubleshooting PLCs.
SHIFT INFORMATION
12-Hour Rotating Shifts on a modified Dupont schedule. The rotating hours are from Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am). Employees in this position are required to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH
This isn't just a job; it's the beginning of a career. We're seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.
VARIABLE PAY
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.
An uploaded resume is preferred to be considered for this role.
Example: MS Word or PDF resume document.
OUR TEAM
Georgia-Pacific's Diboll Particleboard facility uses state of the art innovation and technology to manufacture particle board for the construction and cabinetry industry. Our particle board is used primarily in custom cabinetry and in self-assembled cabinetry sold by international furniture stores.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and circuits
- Maintain, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and components on pneumatic systems, control devices, and hydraulic equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)
- Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs
- Two (2) years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance
- Experience using industrial test equipment; digital multimeters, ammeters
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems
- Experience with different voltages (i.e. DC, 3 Phase, medium voltage)
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
- Experience installing, examining, replacing, or repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and motor controllers
- Experience with running conduit and installing electrical infrastructure to code
- Experience using Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Controls; identifying major components, wiring input/output cards, and reading basic ladder logic diagrams
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
WHO WE ARE
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
INTRODUCTION
Georgia-Pacific's Particleboard facility in Diboll, Texas has an incredible opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Technician. In this role you will be expected to work on a 12-Hour Rotating Shift supporting our production department.
Our Electrical Maintenance Technicians are responsible for troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment within the mill to support the long-term quality and production goals of the organization. This position also performs preventative maintenance to ensure electrical equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong experience troubleshooting PLCs.
SHIFT INFORMATION
12-Hour Rotating Shifts on a modified Dupont schedule. The rotating hours are from Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am). Employees in this position are required to work on holidays, weekends, and overtime as scheduled.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH
This isn't just a job; it's the beginning of a career. We're seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.
VARIABLE PAY
In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets.
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE
As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.
An uploaded resume is preferred to be considered for this role.
Example: MS Word or PDF resume document.
OUR TEAM
Georgia-Pacific's Diboll Particleboard facility uses state of the art innovation and technology to manufacture particle board for the construction and cabinetry industry. Our particle board is used primarily in custom cabinetry and in self-assembled cabinetry sold by international furniture stores.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment and circuits
- Maintain, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and components on pneumatic systems, control devices, and hydraulic equipment
- Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to troubleshoot and install equipment
- Perform routine preventative maintenance on electrical equipment
WHO YOU ARE (BASIC QUALIFICATIONS)
- Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
- Experience troubleshooting PLCs
- Two (2) years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance
- Experience using industrial test equipment; digital multimeters, ammeters
- Experience troubleshooting electrical systems
- Experience with different voltages (i.e. DC, 3 Phase, medium voltage)
WHAT WILL PUT YOU AHEAD
- Experience installing, examining, replacing, or repairing Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and motor controllers
- Experience with running conduit and installing electrical infrastructure to code
- Experience using Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) and Controls; identifying major components, wiring input/output cards, and reading basic ladder logic diagrams
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.
WHO WE ARE
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Maintenance Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
H-1B approval hinges on your role meeting the specialty occupation standard. Pull the O*NET profile for Maintenance Technicians and confirm your employer's job description requires a specific bachelor's degree field, not just any degree or equivalent experience.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code before you negotiate, so your offered salary clears the LCA threshold from day one.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers early in your search
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Filter your job search to companies already using E-Verify, they've cleared a key compliance step and are more likely to have an established H-1B filing process. Use Migrate Mate to surface these employers by role and location.
Distinguish field service from facilities maintenance roles
Some Maintenance Technician postings involve primarily manual trade skills that USCIS may not classify as specialty occupation. Target roles in automated manufacturing, HVAC controls, or industrial systems where engineering-level qualifications are explicitly required in the job description.
Secure your LCA before your start date is set
The LCA must be certified by DOL before USCIS can adjudicate the I-129 petition. Ask your employer to begin LCA filing as soon as you receive a verbal offer so certification delays don't push your start date past the H-1B cap-subject filing window.
Document foreign credentials with a credential evaluation
If your engineering or technical degree is from outside the U.S., get a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator before your employer files the I-129. USCIS frequently issues RFEs when foreign degree equivalency isn't established upfront in the petition package.
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Find Maintenance Technician JobsMaintenance Technician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Maintenance Technician jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
They can, but not automatically. USCIS requires the role to meet the specialty occupation standard, meaning the position must normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field like mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial technology. Roles that accept any degree or substitute trade experience without a degree requirement often face RFEs or denials. The job description and employer's internal requirements are critical.
How do I find Maintenance Technician employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows verified H-1B filing history by employer and job title, so you can identify which companies have sponsored Maintenance Technician roles before. This is more reliable than assuming any employer will sponsor, since many manufacturers and facilities operators have never filed an H-1B petition and won't start for a single hire.
What SOC code applies to Maintenance Technicians for the LCA prevailing wage?
Most Maintenance Technician roles fall under SOC 49-9071 (Maintenance and Repair Workers, General) or 49-9041 (Industrial Machinery Mechanics), depending on the scope of work. Your employer's HR team or immigration attorney selects the code, but it directly determines the prevailing wage floor. Run the OFLC Wage Search with both codes for your work location to understand which classification supports a competitive offer.
Can my H-1B employer change my work location after I'm approved?
Yes, but it triggers a new LCA obligation. If your employer moves you to a worksite not covered by the original LCA, they must file an amended LCA for the new location before you begin working there. Maintenance Technicians who travel between multiple client sites or facilities need to confirm whether their employer has filed a blanket LCA or whether each site requires separate coverage.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Maintenance Technician role?
USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after involuntary termination, during which you can pursue a new employer willing to file an H-1B transfer petition. The new petition can be filed while you're still in the grace period, and you may be able to start the new role once the receipt notice is issued under portability rules. Document your termination date carefully, as the 60-day window begins on your last day of employment.
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