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At Clopay Corporation, we are more than just North America’s largest residential and commercial garage door manufacturer—we are a powerhouse of innovation, safety, and design. Through our premier brands, we lead the industry in providing groundbreaking high-performance closure solutions for both the places people call home and the spaces where the world does business.
Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, and operating state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Troy, Ohio, Mountaintop, Pennsylvania, and Goodyear, Arizona, we are a proud American-owned company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation. Our reach extends across 55+ distribution centers and thousands of retail locations in the U.S. and Canada, ensuring that we deliver the right door for every opening – from homes to businesses and beyond.
By joining our team, you become part of a legacy that blends the residential elegance of Clopay, known as "America’s Favorite Garage Doors," with the industrial strength and 180-year heritage of our rolling brands, Cornell and Cookson. Together, we secure everything from family garages to the world's most iconic stadiums and skyscrapers.
We currently have an opening for a Electro Mechanical Technician at our Mountaintop Facility.
This is a 2nd shift position, Monday through Friday from 3: 00 pm to 11:00 pm
Purpose: This employee will be proficient in a multi-craft skillset. They will be able to do things such as: Replace motor drives (one for one), connect to PLC and troubleshoot ladder logic, full schematic reading capability, cross reference sensors, control panel wiring, proficient with a multi-meter and deep dive troubleshooting, and parameter adjustments. This employee will be required to work overtime as required.
Responsibilities/Principal Duties:
- Take an active role in trainings and developing their skills in controls and automation as required.
- Participate in software and schematic updates to ensure updated documentation of Cornell equipment.
- Help support the shift they are assigned to as well as others that has the breakdown where the current staff can’t resolve a downed piece of equipment.
- Be assigned work in the Preventive Maintenance areas, Projects, and machine breakdowns as required.
- Work in a safe guarded manner for their safety and the safety of all others. They will follow all LOTO rules of Clopay.
- Responsible to test all repaired control devices before putting in storage. They will need tagged to identify dates of repair and condition of device.
- Complete work assignments in the Maintenance “work order/PM” system.
- Conduct themselves in a manner that supports a “Ship, Shipmate, Self” concept where teamwork is key to our success.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to troubleshoot programs and modify/edit existing programs for PLC’s, HMI’s, or CNC controllers.
- Capable of wiring and building control panels for newly developed machines built in house.
- Proficient in the use of quality inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, etc.
- Proficient in using digital volt meters, amp meters.
- Adept at reading and understanding CAD and product drawings.
- Ability to count and perform simple math operations to determine information such as weight, temperature, and quantity.
- Work harmoniously and effectively as part of a work team.
- Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Word.
- Close, distance, and peripheral vision.
- Depth perception.
- Ability to discern colors and adjust focus.
Education:
- Associates Degree in Controls and Automation; or High School/GED with 7 - 10 years experience in Automation and Controls in a manufacturing environment.
Licenses/Certification: Crane and Fork trucks preferred.
Why Choose a Career With Us?
We don't just manufacture doors; we engineer the "front door" of the American dream and the security of global commerce. At Clopay, we believe our strength lies in our people. From our design engineers to our manufacturing associates and delivery drivers, every member of the team plays a vital role in our success.
Our team members thrive because we prioritize:
- Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence that spans nearly two centuries.
- A Culture of "What’s Next": We invest heavily in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of the curve.
- Commitment to People: As a Griffon Corporation company, we provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
- A Legacy of Expertise: Join our "Pioneer Club"—a group of over 440 employees who have been with us for 20 years or more. We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.
- Commitment to Innovation: We aren’t just keeping up with industry trends; we’re setting them. Whether it’s our exclusive WINDCODE® technology or our award-winning designs, we provide the tools for you to do your best work.
- Community Focused: Our success is linked to the well-being of our neighbors and communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Clopay employees help provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Open the Door to Your Future with Clopay Corporation & CornellCookson
At Clopay Corporation, we are more than just North America’s largest residential and commercial garage door manufacturer—we are a powerhouse of innovation, safety, and design. Through our premier brands, we lead the industry in providing groundbreaking high-performance closure solutions for both the places people call home and the spaces where the world does business.
Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, and operating state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Troy, Ohio, Mountaintop, Pennsylvania, and Goodyear, Arizona, we are a proud American-owned company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation. Our reach extends across 55+ distribution centers and thousands of retail locations in the U.S. and Canada, ensuring that we deliver the right door for every opening – from homes to businesses and beyond.
By joining our team, you become part of a legacy that blends the residential elegance of Clopay, known as "America’s Favorite Garage Doors," with the industrial strength and 180-year heritage of our rolling brands, Cornell and Cookson. Together, we secure everything from family garages to the world's most iconic stadiums and skyscrapers.
We currently have an opening for a Electro Mechanical Technician at our Mountaintop Facility.
This is a 2nd shift position, Monday through Friday from 3: 00 pm to 11:00 pm
Purpose: This employee will be proficient in a multi-craft skillset. They will be able to do things such as: Replace motor drives (one for one), connect to PLC and troubleshoot ladder logic, full schematic reading capability, cross reference sensors, control panel wiring, proficient with a multi-meter and deep dive troubleshooting, and parameter adjustments. This employee will be required to work overtime as required.
Responsibilities/Principal Duties:
- Take an active role in trainings and developing their skills in controls and automation as required.
- Participate in software and schematic updates to ensure updated documentation of Cornell equipment.
- Help support the shift they are assigned to as well as others that has the breakdown where the current staff can’t resolve a downed piece of equipment.
- Be assigned work in the Preventive Maintenance areas, Projects, and machine breakdowns as required.
- Work in a safe guarded manner for their safety and the safety of all others. They will follow all LOTO rules of Clopay.
- Responsible to test all repaired control devices before putting in storage. They will need tagged to identify dates of repair and condition of device.
- Complete work assignments in the Maintenance “work order/PM” system.
- Conduct themselves in a manner that supports a “Ship, Shipmate, Self” concept where teamwork is key to our success.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to troubleshoot programs and modify/edit existing programs for PLC’s, HMI’s, or CNC controllers.
- Capable of wiring and building control panels for newly developed machines built in house.
- Proficient in the use of quality inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, etc.
- Proficient in using digital volt meters, amp meters.
- Adept at reading and understanding CAD and product drawings.
- Ability to count and perform simple math operations to determine information such as weight, temperature, and quantity.
- Work harmoniously and effectively as part of a work team.
- Proficient with PCs and Microsoft Word.
- Close, distance, and peripheral vision.
- Depth perception.
- Ability to discern colors and adjust focus.
Education:
- Associates Degree in Controls and Automation; or High School/GED with 7 - 10 years experience in Automation and Controls in a manufacturing environment.
Licenses/Certification: Crane and Fork trucks preferred.
Why Choose a Career With Us?
We don't just manufacture doors; we engineer the "front door" of the American dream and the security of global commerce. At Clopay, we believe our strength lies in our people. From our design engineers to our manufacturing associates and delivery drivers, every member of the team plays a vital role in our success.
Our team members thrive because we prioritize:
- Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence that spans nearly two centuries.
- A Culture of "What’s Next": We invest heavily in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of the curve.
- Commitment to People: As a Griffon Corporation company, we provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
- A Legacy of Expertise: Join our "Pioneer Club"—a group of over 440 employees who have been with us for 20 years or more. We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.
- Commitment to Innovation: We aren’t just keeping up with industry trends; we’re setting them. Whether it’s our exclusive WINDCODE® technology or our award-winning designs, we provide the tools for you to do your best work.
- Community Focused: Our success is linked to the well-being of our neighbors and communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Clopay employees help provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mechanical Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that your role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. A degree in mechanical engineering technology or industrial technology is the strongest match. A general associate degree alone won't satisfy specialty occupation requirements.
Target industries with consistent LCA filing
Manufacturing, aerospace, defense contractors, and utilities file LCAs for Mechanical Technician roles far more regularly than general staffing agencies. Filter your search to employers in these sectors using Migrate Mate's verified H-1B filing data by occupation code.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Mechanical Technician roles in your specific metro area before negotiations. Your offered salary must meet or exceed that wage level, and the employer certifies this in the LCA.
Clarify your O*NET job zone with the employer
Mechanical Technician roles can fall under different O*NET classifications depending on duties. Confirm which SOC code the employer intends to use in the LCA, since mismatches between your actual duties and the filed occupation code can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Align your H-1B timeline with cap registration
H-1B cap registration opens each March for an October 1 start date. If your current status doesn't allow you to wait, ask the employer whether cap-exempt filing through a university or nonprofit research entity is an option for your role.
Document hands-on credentials before filing
Gather transcripts, any professional certifications such as ASME or NIMS credentials, and letters from past supervisors describing your technical duties. Your employer's attorney will need these to build the specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition.
H-1B Visa Mechanical Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mechanical Technician role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Mechanical Technician jobs tied to design, analysis, or advanced systems integration in aerospace, manufacturing, or energy have the strongest case. Bench-level maintenance roles without a degree requirement are harder to sponsor.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Mechanical Technicians?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Mechanical Technician openings by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history. Looking at DOL Labor Condition Application disclosures by SOC code lets you identify which companies file consistently for this occupation rather than relying on job postings that may not reflect actual sponsorship practice.
What documentation do I need to support a Mechanical Technician H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts showing a relevant bachelor's degree, a detailed job description that maps your duties to specialty occupation criteria, and evidence of any professional certifications. If your degree title doesn't closely match the role, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator and letters from prior employers describing your technical work can strengthen the petition.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Mechanical Technician employer mid-status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed, not just approved, provided you're in valid H-1B status and have been previously approved. The new employer must file a new LCA reflecting the wages and duties for your specific role at their worksite.
What SOC code is typically used for Mechanical Technician H-1B filings?
Employers most commonly file Mechanical Technician petitions under SOC 17-3027 (Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians) in DOL LCA disclosures. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage tier, so confirm this with the employer before the LCA is filed. You can look up the occupation profile and typical degree requirements using O*NET to verify the classification fits your duties.