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Master Electricians hold state licenses that don't automatically transfer across borders, which creates a specific credentialing challenge for H-1B visa candidates. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL and demonstrate that the position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
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Location: Chicago Southland
Department: Facility Ops
Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: 10/30/2026
Date Closing: 11/13/2026
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Native American Indian Preference in hiring policy is adhered to at all times; Wind Creek Hospitality does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender or religious orientation. Drug Free Workplace Policy.
Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality Authority.
Description
Job Overview:
The Maintenance Technician III - Master Electricians performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on buildings, electrical mechanical equipment, and utility systems. Master electricians are responsible for the installation and repair of electrical systems within the property. They test, troubleshoot, and replace electrical components to ensure systems function safely and efficiently. Master electricians also train and mentor other electricians. This is a Journeyman level/Beginning Foreman position.
Purpose:
Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.
Value System:
Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complies with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area
- May act as Foreman on shift, as needed
- Perform inspections and maintenance on electrical systems to ensure safety and functionality
- Adhere to all applicable requirements, including safety standards and local codes
- Discusses electrical system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that malfunctions have been corrected
- Adjusts system controls to setting recommended by manufacturer to balance system, using hand tools, read blueprints, use diagnostic tools, and make decisions under pressure
- Installing, repairing, and servicing electrical systems, providing assistance during emergencies
- Recommends, develops, and performs preventive and general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters
- Obtaining required permits, equipment, tools, and materials for projects
- Layouts and connects electrical wiring between controls and equipment according to wiring diagram, using electrician's hand tools
- Records, responds, and reports all faults, deficiencies in Hotsos, and other unusual occurrences, as well as the time and materials expended on work orders
- Installs electrical wiring and equipment; new electrical services, wiring during remodeling projects; replaces and repairs wiring as needed
- May operate a computer which controls and monitors mechanical and electrical equipment and utility systems
- Repairs electrical equipment and control circuits; replaces faulty electrical switches; repairs refrigeration equipment
- May repair electrical locks and control panels to maintain building security
- Answer emergency calls quickly, assess the safety of the situation upon first arriving at the scene and provide directions to individuals affected by the electrical emergency to ensure their continued safety and comfort
- May obtain estimates for supplies, repair parts; orders parts as needed
- Assists with other work in coordination with repair and maintenance teams
- Installs, connects, and adjusts thermostats, humidistats and timers, using hand tools
- Generates work orders that address deficiencies in need of correction
- Assembles, positions, and mounts heating or cooling equipment, following blueprints
- Studies blueprints, design specifications, and manufacturer’s recommendations to ascertain the configuration of electrical system of property equipment, and to ensure the proper installation of components
- Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe or tubing, using pipefitter's tools
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)
- High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six (6) months from start date as a condition of continued employment
- Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older
- Must have and maintain valid state-issued operator driver’s license
- Must have completed at least three (3) maintenance certificates such as Journeyman or Master Electrician license issued by the City Electrical Contractors Board required, refrigeration, controls, NFPA96, recreational water treatment, CPO (Certified Pool Operator), CSP (Certified Service Professional), — both granted by Assn. of Pool & Spa Professionals, CBP (Certified Building Professional), Level I Locksmith Certification
Note: An Associate’s Degree focusing on subject matter associated with facilities maintenance (conferred by an accredited college), may be substituted for two (2) of the above certificates.
[OR]
- Obtained two (2) trades license issued by a State or similar public authority
Examples of this include: Journeyman or Master Electrician issued by the City Electrical Contractors Board required, the NATE issued by North American Technical Excellence
Journeyman or Master Plumber issued by the Illinois Plumbers & Gas Fitters Examining Board
Level IV (Advanced Tech CM) RSES (Refrigeration Service Engineers Society)
Level II Locksmith Certification
- Must have at least five (5) years general commercial property maintenance experience or five (5) years commercial electrical construction experience - required
- Must have good hearing and eyesight
- Must have ability to read, write, and understand English
- Must have a valid and current State Driver’s License and an insurable driving record for purposes of driving company vehicles as required
- Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays
- Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
- Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position
NOTE:
A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and requirements are essential job functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.
Base Pay:
- Compensation: $29.85 – $36.80 per hour, with starting pay based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills.
- Benefits: Eligible full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, shift differential pay, and discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Master Electrician
Document your foreign credential equivalency early
Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization that maps your foreign electrical engineering or trades degree to a U.S. bachelor's equivalent. USCIS requires this before approving a specialty occupation petition for Master Electricians.
Research state licensing reciprocity before applying
Most states require you to pass their own Master Electrician exam regardless of where you're licensed. Identify which states offer reciprocity or streamlined testing so you're targeting employers in jurisdictions where you can get licensed fastest.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified H-1B sponsors
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for electrician roles. This filters out companies that post jobs but have never petitioned for this occupation, saving you weeks of outreach to dead ends.
Ask employers about prevailing wage tier upfront
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search assigns Master Electrician roles to a wage level based on experience and supervision responsibilities. Ask prospective employers which level they intend to file at, because a Level I wage for a supervisory role can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Target contractors working on federal or large commercial projects
Electrical contractors on government or large commercial projects are required to use E-Verify and often have established H-1B sponsorship infrastructure. These employers are more likely to have HR teams that understand the petition process for skilled trades.
Clarify specialty occupation framing with your employer
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for trades roles. Your employer's support letter must frame the Master Electrician position around design, project engineering, or systems analysis duties, not purely hands-on installation work, to meet the specialty occupation standard.
H-1B Visa Master Electrician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Master Electrician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the job duties are structured. A Master Electrician role qualifies when it emphasizes electrical systems design, project engineering, code compliance analysis, or technical project management, and requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Purely hands-on installation roles are harder to justify under USCIS's specialty occupation standard, so how your employer frames the position in the petition matters significantly.
How does state licensing affect my H-1B application as a Master Electrician?
State licensure is separate from your H-1B status. USCIS approves the petition based on your qualifications and the job's specialty occupation framing. However, you'll still need to obtain a Master Electrician license in the state where you'll work, which typically requires passing a state exam. Some states offer reciprocity with other jurisdictions, but most do not automatically recognize foreign licenses, so you should research your target state's requirements before accepting an offer.
What wage level should my employer file at for a Master Electrician H-1B petition?
The DOL assigns prevailing wage levels based on the complexity of duties and the degree of supervision involved. Master Electricians overseeing crews or managing large projects typically qualify for Level II or III. Filing at Level I for a supervisory role is a common reason USCIS issues Requests for Evidence, so verifying the appropriate level using the OFLC Wage Search before filing is a step your employer shouldn't skip.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Master Electricians?
Large electrical contractors, engineering and construction firms, utilities, and industrial facility operators are the most active H-1B sponsors for Master Electrician roles. Federal contractors are required to use E-Verify and tend to have established petitioning processes. You can search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history specifically for electrician and electrical engineering occupations, which gives you a concrete starting point rather than cold outreach.
Can I change employers while on an H-1B as a Master Electrician?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new petition on your behalf, provided your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer must file before your current status expires. Because Master Electrician roles require state licensure, confirm with your new employer that your license transfers or that you can obtain reciprocity in the new work location.