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Mobile Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers filing LCAs for mobile roles most often use SOC codes for software developers, so confirming the correct code before your offer letter is signed matters.
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This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mobile equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime within the aggregate mining operation. This role performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, and necessary repairs on plant equipment while maintaining accurate service documentation. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, adhering to MSHA and company standards at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
- Service, repair, adjust, and test all mobile equipment that operates throughout the plant in order to maximize performance and limit downtime.
- Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors.
- Perform repairs to address problems when necessary. Handle, install, position, and move parts, materials, and industrial hand tools in a safe manner throughout the shop and plant.
- Ensure correct and accurate documentation is completed on a daily and monthly basis regarding all mobile equipment.
- Enter and maintain service reports for all the mobile equipment in written or electronic form.
- Assist in driving heavy equipment and vehicles throughout the plant when necessary in order to ensure production continues in an efficient manner.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
- Technical Expertise: Maintains cutting edge awareness of latest development in a specific field by scanning multiple sources of information or data (e.g. periodicals, networks of contacts).
- Safety Awareness: Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
- Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.
- Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
- Adaptability: Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- Previous Maintenance and Welding experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
- Must be familiar with CAT, Empire, Vermeer, Volvo, Deere, Komatsu, and other similar companies.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of best practices related to using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
- Previous experience with industrial or heavy construction equipment referred to as Yellow Iron:
- Industrial or construction Welding
- Excavators
- Dozers
- Backhoes
- Loaders
- Haul trucks
- General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved in welding is preferred.
- Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment listed below is a MUST.
- Tier 4 Finals on Heavy Equipment Standards
- Troubleshooting
- Understand Diagnostic and Heavy Equipment Computer-based Troubleshooting
- Engine
- Hydraulics
- Electronics
- Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
- Perform physical activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
SALARY
The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $50.05 per hour.
- Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mobile equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime within the aggregate mining operation. This role performs routine inspections, troubleshooting, and necessary repairs on plant equipment while maintaining accurate service documentation. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, adhering to MSHA and company standards at all times.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
- Service, repair, adjust, and test all mobile equipment that operates throughout the plant in order to maximize performance and limit downtime.
- Inspect all mobile equipment to identify and troubleshoot the cause of errors.
- Perform repairs to address problems when necessary. Handle, install, position, and move parts, materials, and industrial hand tools in a safe manner throughout the shop and plant.
- Ensure correct and accurate documentation is completed on a daily and monthly basis regarding all mobile equipment.
- Enter and maintain service reports for all the mobile equipment in written or electronic form.
- Assist in driving heavy equipment and vehicles throughout the plant when necessary in order to ensure production continues in an efficient manner.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
- Technical Expertise: Maintains cutting edge awareness of latest development in a specific field by scanning multiple sources of information or data (e.g. periodicals, networks of contacts).
- Safety Awareness: Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
- Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and resolve work-related issues efficiently and effectively using practical knowledge, experience, and hands-on skills. Finds practical solutions, implements fixes, and adapts to unexpected challenges.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with others to achieve common goals; contributes positively to group efforts, sharing knowledge, and being open to others' ideas and feedback.
- Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
- Adaptability: Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
- Previous Maintenance and Welding experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Must have knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.
- Must be familiar with CAT, Empire, Vermeer, Volvo, Deere, Komatsu, and other similar companies.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of best practices related to using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment.
- Previous experience with industrial or heavy construction equipment referred to as Yellow Iron:
- Industrial or construction Welding
- Excavators
- Dozers
- Backhoes
- Loaders
- Haul trucks
- General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved in welding is preferred.
- Knowledge of general principles and practices of servicing heavy construction equipment listed below is a MUST.
- Tier 4 Finals on Heavy Equipment Standards
- Troubleshooting
- Understand Diagnostic and Heavy Equipment Computer-based Troubleshooting
- Engine
- Hydraulics
- Electronics
- Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
- Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
- Perform physical activities that require moving your whole body and considerable use of your arms and legs, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
- Other duties as assigned.
SALARY
The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $50.05 per hour.
- Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
- This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mobile Engineer
Confirm your SOC code before signing
Mobile Engineer roles are typically filed under software developer SOC codes, but some employers use computer systems analyst codes instead. The SOC code determines your prevailing wage level, so verify it with your employer before the LCA is submitted to DOL.
Check LCA wage levels against OFLC data
Use OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for your specific SOC code and work location before negotiating your offer. A Level I wage on your LCA can complicate renewals if your responsibilities grow into a Level II or III role.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are cap-exempt and can file your H-1B petition any time of year. Mobile engineering roles exist at these institutions, and cap-exempt status eliminates lottery risk entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Mobile Engineer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This lets you target companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for your specific role type, not just employers who claim they sponsor.
Prepare an O*NET-aligned job description early
USCIS scrutinizes whether mobile engineering duties qualify as a specialty occupation. Using O*NET to align your job description to published competency and degree requirements for software developer roles before your employer drafts the I-129 strengthens the petition.
Account for the 60-day grace period when switching roles
If you leave a mobile engineering role, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and have them file an H-1B transfer petition. Start the new employer's LCA filing immediately since DOL certification alone takes up to seven business days.
H-1B Visa Mobile Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mobile Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Mobile Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your employer's job description must demonstrate that a relevant degree is a standard industry requirement for the role, not merely preferred.
Which SOC code should my employer use when filing an H-1B LCA for a Mobile Engineer position?
Most H-1B petitions for Mobile Engineers are filed under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or occasionally 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other). The correct code affects the prevailing wage your employer must certify on the LCA, so confirm the SOC assignment with your employer before DOL submission. A mismatch between your actual duties and the filed SOC code can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
How do I find employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas for Mobile Engineers?
You can search Migrate Mate to filter Mobile Engineer openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specific to software and mobile development roles. This is more reliable than filtering by employers who self-report sponsorship willingness, since it draws directly from DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data showing actual past filings.
Can my employer file an H-1B transfer for a Mobile Engineer role at any time of year?
H-1B transfers are not subject to the annual cap if you're already in valid H-1B status, so your new employer can file a portability petition any time. You can start the new Mobile Engineer role as soon as the transfer petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you were in lawful H-1B status when the petition was filed.
What happens to my H-1B status if the company that sponsored me for a Mobile Engineer role does layoffs?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to secure a new H-1B sponsor or transition to another status. During this window you can't work, but a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin working once USCIS receives it. USCIS does not automatically terminate your status the day you're laid off, but the 60-day clock starts immediately.