H-1B Visa Marine Technician Jobs
Marine Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a specialized degree in marine engineering, naval architecture, or a directly related technical field. Employers in shipbuilding, offshore energy, and vessel maintenance file LCAs with the DOL before sponsoring, and the 85,000-slot annual cap applies unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive University dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University and Community.
Assignments will include teaching, at both undergraduate and/or graduate levels, as applicable. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor.
Job Description
Typical duties include but not limited to:
- Plans and teaches in assigned course(s).
- Prepare syllabi, instruction materials; coordinate lectures and tests.
- Provide professional mentoring to students.
- Contribute to course and/or curriculum development.
- Function as an effective, active, and collegial team member.
Other duties
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications
- Master’s degree or 18 Graduate Credits in related discipline.
Preferred qualifications
- Online teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
- Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
- Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
- Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
- Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
- Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
LOCATION
Main Campus
Time Type
Part time
Posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
Time left to apply
End Date: October 16, 2026 (27 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID
R0007870
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Job Summary
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive University dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All Faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs; committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning; committed to effective use of technology including distance learning; and provide service to the College, University and Community.
Assignments will include teaching, at both undergraduate and/or graduate levels, as applicable. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region. Additional duties may be assigned by supervisor.
Job Description
Typical duties include but not limited to:
- Plans and teaches in assigned course(s).
- Prepare syllabi, instruction materials; coordinate lectures and tests.
- Provide professional mentoring to students.
- Contribute to course and/or curriculum development.
- Function as an effective, active, and collegial team member.
Other duties
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications
- Master’s degree or 18 Graduate Credits in related discipline.
Preferred qualifications
- Online teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
- Possess the knowledge of general written standards and procedures utilized, and have the ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manual related to the job tasks.
- Demonstrate the ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies.
- Provide quality customer service by creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
- Present a professional image in word, action and attire.
- Apply effective techniques to create working relationships with others to achieve common goals; successfully communicates and collaborates with others to achieve goals.
- Demonstrate skills necessary to look at situations and processes critically to make recommendations for improvement.
LOCATION
Main Campus
Time Type
Part time
Posted on
Posted 2 Days Ago
Time left to apply
End Date: October 16, 2026 (27 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID
R0007870
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Marine Technician
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B eligibility for Marine Technician positions hinges on your degree being in a directly related field, such as marine engineering or naval architecture. A general mechanical engineering degree may trigger an RFE if the job description doesn't clearly require that specialization.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Shipyards and marine contractors affiliated with universities or nonprofit research institutions file outside the H-1B lottery. Government-owned shipbuilding facilities and NOAA-affiliated research operations are worth prioritizing if you need certainty over timing.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Pull DOL Labor Condition Application data on Migrate Mate to see which marine employers have sponsored this exact role before. Filing history by occupation code tells you which companies are structurally set up to sponsor, not just willing in principle.
Request the LCA before signing your offer
Ask your employer to share the certified LCA before you accept. It confirms the prevailing wage level, the worksite location, and the occupation classification. A mismatch between the LCA job title and your actual duties is a common source of USCIS scrutiny at adjudication.
Check your O*NET classification before filing
Marine Technician roles span multiple O*NET codes depending on whether the work is diagnostic, repair-focused, or engineering-adjacent. The SOC code your employer selects on the LCA determines which prevailing wage tier applies, so confirm it reflects your actual duties using O*NET.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Look up the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and worksite ZIP code using the OFLC Wage Search before your employer files the LCA. If the offered wage falls below Level I or Level II for your area, USCIS can deny the petition on prevailing wage grounds.
H-1B Visa Marine Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Marine Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the position is defined. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field, not just technical skills or certifications. Marine Technician jobs focused on diagnostics, systems integration, or engineering analysis are stronger candidates than general repair roles. Your employer's job description and the SOC code selected on the LCA both factor into the adjudication.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Marine Technician positions?
Shipbuilding and repair yards, offshore oil and gas operators, marine survey firms, and government defense contractors are the most active sponsors for this role. Research vessels operated by universities or NOAA affiliates also hire under H-1B, and those employers are often cap-exempt. You can browse verified sponsoring employers for Marine Technician roles on Migrate Mate using DOL LCA filing data.
Can my employer file the H-1B petition if the work site changes between vessels or ports?
Yes, but the LCA must reflect the appropriate worksite or include a valid itinerary if you're working at multiple locations. DOL rules require a new or amended LCA when you move to a worksite in a different metropolitan statistical area for more than 60 consecutive workdays. Short-term assignments typically fall under the short-term placement exception, but your employer should document each assignment carefully to avoid a compliance issue.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my timeline as a Marine Technician job seeker?
If your employer is cap-subject, USCIS opens registration each March for fiscal year petitions that start October 1. Selection is randomized, so there's no guarantee even with a strong application. Cap-exempt employers, such as those affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities, can file at any time of year, which gives you more predictable start dates.
What documentation should I prepare to support a specialty occupation argument for a Marine Technician H-1B?
Your employer needs to show the role normally requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any technical background. Useful evidence includes the job posting requiring a degree in marine engineering or naval architecture, industry wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics showing degree requirements for the occupation, and a detailed duties letter from your employer linking each core responsibility to your educational background.