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Master Technician jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship exist primarily at employers who structure the role around degree-level diagnostic and systems engineering duties. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, committing to prevailing wage standards for the specific worksite where you'll work.
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HVAC/Control Technician Master
Position Type:
Classified
Department:
LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - FSys - HVAC - Maintenance and Repairs (David Roy Dollar (00005405))
Work Location:
1146 Facility Srvcs Central Shop
Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades
Job Description:
This is an advanced/complex Journeyman position in our HVAC department. This position installs, repairs, and makes adjustments & modifications to HVAC & refrigeration electronic & pneumatic control systems including preventative maintenance duties.
Job Responsibilities:
-
Performs preventative maintenance duties such as changing & adjusting belts, and service HVAC equipment with lubricants and chemicals. Using the HVAC control program insures that actuators open/close and motors starts/stops & rotates properly. -30%
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This position requires working independently with minimal supervision to investigate make general repairs to buildings' air conditioning/heating systems and other related mechanical equipment such as freezers, fans, etc. -25%
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Performs technical repairs and complex diagnostic analysis to all types of HVAC and refrigeration control systems including inspections and preventative maintenance. Insures proper interfacing between electrical and temperature control systems with proper interlocks, relays, etc. -20%
-
Installs, replaces, adjusts and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service values, thermostats, coils and drive assemblies. -10%
-
Performs air balancing as required to achieve desired comfort levels. -5%
-
Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems. -5%
-
Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when required - 5%
Additional Information
1) This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
2) This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04
3) This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
4) This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:
Three years of experience or training in the installation or maintenance of pneumatic, electrical, or electronic control systems for heating (including boiler), ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Driver's license
Range:
Minimum/SER: $24.10/hr.
1st Quartile: $28.92/hr.
Midpoint: $33.74/hr.
3rd Quartile: $38.56/hr.
Maximum: $43.37/hr.
Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact David Dollar at ddollar@lsu.edu.
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Posting Date:
November 9, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 23, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
Job Posting Title:
HVAC/Control Technician Master
Position Type:
Classified
Department:
LSUAM FA - FPO - FS - FSys - HVAC - Maintenance and Repairs (David Roy Dollar (00005405))
Work Location:
1146 Facility Srvcs Central Shop
Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades
Job Description:
This is an advanced/complex Journeyman position in our HVAC department. This position installs, repairs, and makes adjustments & modifications to HVAC & refrigeration electronic & pneumatic control systems including preventative maintenance duties.
Job Responsibilities:
-
Performs preventative maintenance duties such as changing & adjusting belts, and service HVAC equipment with lubricants and chemicals. Using the HVAC control program insures that actuators open/close and motors starts/stops & rotates properly. -30%
-
This position requires working independently with minimal supervision to investigate make general repairs to buildings' air conditioning/heating systems and other related mechanical equipment such as freezers, fans, etc. -25%
-
Performs technical repairs and complex diagnostic analysis to all types of HVAC and refrigeration control systems including inspections and preventative maintenance. Insures proper interfacing between electrical and temperature control systems with proper interlocks, relays, etc. -20%
-
Installs, replaces, adjusts and calibrates major components of refrigeration units: compressors, condensers, expansion valves, service values, thermostats, coils and drive assemblies. -10%
-
Performs air balancing as required to achieve desired comfort levels. -5%
-
Overhauls and repairs pumps, motors, control systems, piping and other equipment used in refrigerating and air conditioning systems. -5%
-
Performs other duties as assigned by the Department including on-call and emergency work when required - 5%
Additional Information
1) This position is considered emergency essential and may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.
2) This position requires a valid driver's license, will require an MVR, and is subject to drug screens per PM-33/PS-67/FASOP HR-04
3) This position is classified as a safety and security-sensitive position. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.
4) This position will require a physical evaluation based on the physical demands required.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of the required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:
Three years of experience or training in the installation or maintenance of pneumatic, electrical, or electronic control systems for heating (including boiler), ventilating, or air conditioning systems.
Certifications/Licenses:
Valid Driver's license
Range:
Minimum/SER: $24.10/hr.
1st Quartile: $28.92/hr.
Midpoint: $33.74/hr.
3rd Quartile: $38.56/hr.
Maximum: $43.37/hr.
Hourly rate may be commensurate with candidate's experience in alignment with Chapter 6 rules.
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact David Dollar at ddollar@lsu.edu.
Preferred Skills:
A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.
Posting Date:
November 9, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 23, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
Y
LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
HCM Contact Information:
For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Master Technician
Document your degree-to-role alignment clearly
H-1B sponsorship for Master Technician roles depends on demonstrating that your position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Pull your O*NET occupation profile and map your actual job duties to your degree discipline before approaching any employer.
Target employers with multi-site LCA filing history
Dealership groups and service networks that operate across multiple locations must file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filings matched to technician roles, so you're targeting companies already comfortable with the process.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite county. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct occupational code for your specific Master Technician duties to confirm the wage level before you sign anything.
Ask your employer about specialty occupation documentation
USCIS scrutinizes Master Technician petitions where duties overlap with trade or non-degree roles. Your employer should prepare a detailed position description tying every core duty to degree-level theory, not just mechanical execution, to withstand a Request for Evidence.
Account for cap timing in your employment start date
H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window with USCIS before your employer files. Cap-subject petitions approved after October 1 grant initial status for up to three years, extendable to a six-year maximum.
Secure a new LCA before changing worksites
If your employer reassigns you to a different facility or customer site not listed on your certified LCA, they must file and receive a new certified LCA before you begin work there. Flag any reassignment to your HR contact before it happens, not after.
H-1B Visa Master Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Master Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Not automatically. H-1B specialty occupation requires that the position normally demands a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Some employers structure Master Technician roles around advanced diagnostics, systems engineering, or applied science duties that meet that standard, but a generic technician position focused on hands-on trade work does not qualify. The employer's job description and internal degree requirement are what USCIS evaluates.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Master Technicians?
Employers in automotive OEM engineering, industrial equipment manufacturing, aerospace maintenance, and medical device servicing are most likely to build Master Technician roles around degree-level duties and sponsor H-1B status. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in these sectors on Migrate Mate, which shows LCA filing history matched to technician-related occupational codes.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer moves me to a different service location?
Each worksite requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your employer reassigns you to a facility or customer site not covered by your current LCA, they must file a new LCA with DOL and receive certification before your first day at that location. Working at an uncovered site puts both you and your employer out of compliance with H-1B requirements.
How long does H-1B status last for a Master Technician position?
An approved H-1B petition grants status for up to three years, with one extension available for a total maximum of six years. Beyond six years, continued H-1B status requires an approved I-140 immigrant petition or other qualifying green card milestone under AC21 portability rules. Your employer must file I-129 extensions before each period expires to maintain continuous status.
Can my employer sponsor H-1B status for a Master Technician role at multiple shop locations?
Yes, but each worksite needs its own DOL-certified Labor Condition Application listing the correct prevailing wage for that county. A single LCA does not cover multiple locations unless they fall within normal commuting distance and meet DOL's short-term placement rules. Employers operating regional service networks should work with an immigration attorney to file location-specific LCAs before assigning you to any new site.