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H-1B visa jobs for Network Operations Specialist roles are actively sponsored by telecom carriers, cloud infrastructure firms, and managed service providers that need degree-level network engineers. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation when structured around a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, making it a viable H-1B pathway for qualified candidates.
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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Network Support Technician provides network infrastructure support for all locations within the Service Operation North America (SONA) footprint (9 sites) and acts as a resource for all Volvo Americas sites in network standardization and support. This position occurs as part of the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
In this role it is critical to work together with regional and global colleagues to deliver new and upgraded infrastructure for business solutions and the end-user IT environment. This includes, but is not limited to, hosting platforms (typically x86), Windows OS, LAN (wired and wireless), Windows enterprise client solutions for office and warehouse, personal mobility, and specialized warehouse devices such as bar code scanners, forklift mounted hardware, and specialized printing technology. These technologies are highly standardized in Volvo Group IT business practice and much of the work is conducted according to standard processes and methodologies. Most server and network hardware is configured according to Standard Operating Environment (SOE) specifications, common throughout Volvo’s global network.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide localized time critical support of a global network infrastructure in the Distribution Center environment.
- Provide support/maintenance of standard infrastructure components on behalf of our Infrastructure supplier.
- Expert understanding of Cisco switching and routing.
- Expert in Cisco Wired and Wireless LAN equipment and technologies.
- Proficient in complex testing / analysis of all elements of network infrastructure.
- Proficient in network device troubleshooting (wired/wireless/device).
- Proficient in managing the change process in a production environment.
- Proficient knowledge of IP Telephony and convergences of technology as related to voice and data communications.
- Provides project implementation support to meet business objectives.
- Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems.
- Follows company guidelines and procedures for trouble resolution and work effort reporting.
- Assist and implement daily adds, moves, and changes, including cabling infrastructure, and hardware (Racks, WIC’s, Patch Panels, Copper & Fiber Hardware).
- Coordinate network activities within the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
- Taking ownership and driving resolutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- 5-10 years of experience with LAN technologies, including multiple network operating systems (topologies and Wide Area Networking).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
- 5-10 years experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
- Ability to work in a team environment managing multiple priorities.
- Motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- 5-10 years’ experience supporting manufacturing operations in the transportation industry.
- A current Cisco CCNA certification.
- ITIL v4 Foundation is a plus.
- BlueCat (any) certification is a plus.
COMPENSATION
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $83,500.00 - $103,100.00 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
- Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
- Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
- Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations (DTO) is a new division. The organizational set up is structured around domains, digital products with functions for digital excellence to deliver outstanding customer experience.
Joining the new DTO division means being part of a fast-moving digital product-oriented organization where teams truly own what they build from idea to delivery. In DTO, we work in agile, cross-functional teams, mastering the latest technology, and creating outstanding digital experiences that make a real difference for our colleagues and Volvo Group customers around the world. We put people first and build our culture on trust, passion, customer success, change, and performance. If you want to grow, collaborate across functions and entities, and help shape the future of digital products within Volvo Group, DTO is a great place to be.
In some countries and for specific positions within Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations, background checks may be required, in accordance with local laws & regulations. If this is applicable to the role you have applied for, you will be informed.
INTRODUCTION
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Network Support Technician provides network infrastructure support for all locations within the Service Operation North America (SONA) footprint (9 sites) and acts as a resource for all Volvo Americas sites in network standardization and support. This position occurs as part of the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
In this role it is critical to work together with regional and global colleagues to deliver new and upgraded infrastructure for business solutions and the end-user IT environment. This includes, but is not limited to, hosting platforms (typically x86), Windows OS, LAN (wired and wireless), Windows enterprise client solutions for office and warehouse, personal mobility, and specialized warehouse devices such as bar code scanners, forklift mounted hardware, and specialized printing technology. These technologies are highly standardized in Volvo Group IT business practice and much of the work is conducted according to standard processes and methodologies. Most server and network hardware is configured according to Standard Operating Environment (SOE) specifications, common throughout Volvo’s global network.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide localized time critical support of a global network infrastructure in the Distribution Center environment.
- Provide support/maintenance of standard infrastructure components on behalf of our Infrastructure supplier.
- Expert understanding of Cisco switching and routing.
- Expert in Cisco Wired and Wireless LAN equipment and technologies.
- Proficient in complex testing / analysis of all elements of network infrastructure.
- Proficient in network device troubleshooting (wired/wireless/device).
- Proficient in managing the change process in a production environment.
- Proficient knowledge of IP Telephony and convergences of technology as related to voice and data communications.
- Provides project implementation support to meet business objectives.
- Provides support and resolution for escalated communications problems.
- Follows company guidelines and procedures for trouble resolution and work effort reporting.
- Assist and implement daily adds, moves, and changes, including cabling infrastructure, and hardware (Racks, WIC’s, Patch Panels, Copper & Fiber Hardware).
- Coordinate network activities within the Onsite Americas team, within the Infrastructure and Onsite Services (IOS) unit of Volvo’s Group IT Organization.
- Taking ownership and driving resolutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:
- 5-10 years of experience with LAN technologies, including multiple network operating systems (topologies and Wide Area Networking).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
- 5-10 years experience working in a highly matrixed organization.
- Ability to work in a team environment managing multiple priorities.
- Motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- 5-10 years’ experience supporting manufacturing operations in the transportation industry.
- A current Cisco CCNA certification.
- ITIL v4 Foundation is a plus.
- BlueCat (any) certification is a plus.
COMPENSATION
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $83,500.00 - $103,100.00 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:
- Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
- Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
- Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
- Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations (DTO) is a new division. The organizational set up is structured around domains, digital products with functions for digital excellence to deliver outstanding customer experience.
Joining the new DTO division means being part of a fast-moving digital product-oriented organization where teams truly own what they build from idea to delivery. In DTO, we work in agile, cross-functional teams, mastering the latest technology, and creating outstanding digital experiences that make a real difference for our colleagues and Volvo Group customers around the world. We put people first and build our culture on trust, passion, customer success, change, and performance. If you want to grow, collaborate across functions and entities, and help shape the future of digital products within Volvo Group, DTO is a great place to be.
In some countries and for specific positions within Volvo Group Digital Technology & Operations, background checks may be required, in accordance with local laws & regulations. If this is applicable to the role you have applied for, you will be informed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Network Operations Specialist
Map your credentials to specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Network Operations Specialist and match your degree field to its listed knowledge areas. USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree directly relates to the role's duties, so a computer science or IT degree strengthens your petition more than a general business degree.
Target employers with active LCA histories
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B visa LCA filing history for network operations roles. Carriers, cloud providers, and large managed service firms file consistently and already have immigration counsel, so the internal process is faster and more predictable for you.
Verify worksite compliance before accepting an offer
Each physical worksite your employer assigns you to requires its own certified LCA. If you'll rotate between data centers or client locations, confirm with your employer's immigration counsel that every site is covered before you start working there.
Benchmark your offer against prevailing wage levels
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location before negotiating. DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage on the LCA, so knowing Level I through Level IV ranges gives you a floor to anchor your negotiation.
Front-load your resume with degree-level duties
Employers sponsoring H-1B petitions need to demonstrate specialty occupation. Structure your resume around design, architecture, and protocol engineering duties rather than break-fix tasks. Ticket-queue and monitoring work alone won't support a petition even if you've performed both at the same job.
Plan your 6-year cap timeline from day one
H-1B status starts at three years and extends to a maximum of six years under the standard cap. If your employer intends to sponsor permanent residency, ask early whether PERM labor certification will be filed within the first three years so extensions beyond six years remain available to you.
H-1B Visa Network Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Operations Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Roles centered on network design, architecture, protocol engineering, and infrastructure planning meet USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Positions limited to monitoring dashboards or running standard break-fix procedures without degree-level responsibilities are harder to support, so the job description matters significantly during adjudication.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Network Operations Specialist roles?
Telecom carriers, hyperscale cloud providers, enterprise IT departments, and managed service providers are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Government contractors with large network infrastructure contracts also file regularly. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers in this field on Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with documented LCA filing history for network operations positions.
What documents should I prepare before approaching a potential H-1B sponsor?
You'll need official transcripts and your degree certificate, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the United States, any professional certifications such as CCNA or JNCIA that reinforce the technical depth of your role, and an updated resume that leads with design and engineering duties. Having these ready speeds up the employer's immigration counsel review and signals that you've done this before.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect my job offer as a Network Operations Specialist?
DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. The OFLC Wage Search shows four wage levels for each location; most H-1B candidates are placed at Level II or III. Offers below the certified wage level expose the employer to DOL audit liability, so most sponsors won't go below the LCA wage once it's filed.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a different office location during my status period?
Yes, but each new worksite requires a fresh certified LCA before you begin working there. This is a common compliance gap in network operations roles where engineers are deployed to data centers or client facilities across multiple states. Your employer's immigration counsel needs to file an amended or new H-1B petition whenever the worksite change is material, so notify HR before relocating rather than after.