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Refrigeration Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as mechanical engineering or HVACR technology. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual cap and lottery apply to most private-sector openings.
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Get Access To All JobsThe J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
This position exists to ensure efficient operation of all boiler and refrigeration equipment in the plant. This includes maintenance, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of all mechanical components. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the boiler and refrigeration areas throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnoses, troubleshoots, overhauls and repairs equipment in the boiler and refrigeration and all other utility systems to minimize downtime.
- Observes and tests system operation using gauges and instruments.
- Comfortable with control panel interface screens and HMI’s, and knows how to react to alarms and items that need attention from the control system.
- Tests lines, components, and connections for leaks.
- Performs boiler feed water, condensate and cooling tower water analysis and makes necessary adjustments to maintain desirable results.
- Monitor and operate the Wet Electrostatic Precipitator (WESP).
- Responsible for fryer systems, compressed air system, domestic water, hot water, air handlers, glycol systems and cleaning chemical distribution systems.
- Keeps records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
- Fully understands and complies with PSM program.
- Performs welding for repair and fabrication as required.
- Performs preventative maintenance on all boiler, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment throughout the facility.
- Maintains all shop inventories, including but not limited to: critical spare parts, consumables, tools.
- Creates, performs and completes work orders in the computerized maintenance management system as assigned or as needed, prepares kitting when necessary, and plans and schedules additional work as needed.
- Identifies parts needed for work to be done, conducts inventory searches and locates parts.
- Documents, monitors, maintains, and assists with reporting of shift events, logging Predictive Maintenance data and assists with work planning utilizing information systems and productivity software.
- Maintains Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
- Works within safety rules and regulations in actively avoiding injury to self and others.
- Ensures proper food safety sanitation and cleaning procedures of all processing equipment and tools.
- Maintains necessary level of communication with team members and other support groups and does so in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
- May assist with training other plant personnel.
- Ensures that additional accountabilities required by management are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational standards.
- Able to work under minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Candidates who hold CARO, CIRO, or RETA certification, or a minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting industrial boiler and ammonia refrigeration systems within a manufacturing environment.
Other Information
Must obtain CIRO certification (obtained from RETA) within 2-3 year of employment in this position. Must maintain certification throughout employment.
Must provide required tools (Tool list administered).
- Schedule: Nights (6pm-6am) "Pitman Style" Schedule
Job Requisition ID: 25493
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Idaho Plant - Caldwell
Country: United States
Rate of Pay: ($37.74-$41.81 + $2.00 Differential) Per Hr
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Family Building Leave
- Education Assistance
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
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The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
Summary
This position exists to ensure efficient operation of all boiler and refrigeration equipment in the plant. This includes maintenance, sanitation, troubleshooting and repair of all mechanical components. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of the boiler and refrigeration areas throughout the plant and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnoses, troubleshoots, overhauls and repairs equipment in the boiler and refrigeration and all other utility systems to minimize downtime.
- Observes and tests system operation using gauges and instruments.
- Comfortable with control panel interface screens and HMI’s, and knows how to react to alarms and items that need attention from the control system.
- Tests lines, components, and connections for leaks.
- Performs boiler feed water, condensate and cooling tower water analysis and makes necessary adjustments to maintain desirable results.
- Monitor and operate the Wet Electrostatic Precipitator (WESP).
- Responsible for fryer systems, compressed air system, domestic water, hot water, air handlers, glycol systems and cleaning chemical distribution systems.
- Keeps records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.
- Fully understands and complies with PSM program.
- Performs welding for repair and fabrication as required.
- Performs preventative maintenance on all boiler, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment throughout the facility.
- Maintains all shop inventories, including but not limited to: critical spare parts, consumables, tools.
- Creates, performs and completes work orders in the computerized maintenance management system as assigned or as needed, prepares kitting when necessary, and plans and schedules additional work as needed.
- Identifies parts needed for work to be done, conducts inventory searches and locates parts.
- Documents, monitors, maintains, and assists with reporting of shift events, logging Predictive Maintenance data and assists with work planning utilizing information systems and productivity software.
- Maintains Company standards for safety, quality, food safety, sanitation and GMPs.
- Works within safety rules and regulations in actively avoiding injury to self and others.
- Ensures proper food safety sanitation and cleaning procedures of all processing equipment and tools.
- Maintains necessary level of communication with team members and other support groups and does so in a participative management style conducive with operational goals.
- May assist with training other plant personnel.
- Ensures that additional accountabilities required by management are handled in a manner necessary to meet operational standards.
- Able to work under minimal supervision.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Candidates who hold CARO, CIRO, or RETA certification, or a minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting industrial boiler and ammonia refrigeration systems within a manufacturing environment.
Other Information
Must obtain CIRO certification (obtained from RETA) within 2-3 year of employment in this position. Must maintain certification throughout employment.
Must provide required tools (Tool list administered).
- Schedule: Nights (6pm-6am) "Pitman Style" Schedule
Job Requisition ID: 25493
Travel Required: None
Location(s): GF Idaho Plant - Caldwell
Country: United States
Rate of Pay: ($37.74-$41.81 + $2.00 Differential) Per Hr
Attractive total rewards package that includes:
- Medical, dental, vision coverage
- 401(k) savings plan
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Family Building Leave
- Education Assistance
- Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com
The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Refrigeration Technician
Document your degree equivalency early
If your HVACR or mechanical engineering credential is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying. USCIS accepts foreign three-year degrees with relevant post-graduate experience to meet the specialty occupation bachelor's degree requirement.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap and lottery. Refrigeration Technician roles in campus facilities, hospital engineering departments, or federal research labs often qualify and can start year-round.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Refrigeration Technician openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have already cleared DOL labor condition requirements for this occupation code, not just employers who say they sponsor.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your specific job zone and work location. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the applicable level or the LCA won't clear DOL certification.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled
H-1B employers are required to participate in E-Verify. Ask the HR contact directly whether the company is enrolled before you invest time in their process, since unenrolled employers cannot lawfully file an H-1B petition on your behalf.
Time your job search around the April filing window
H-1B petitions subject to the cap must be filed in April for an October 1 start date. Secure your offer and complete the employer's internal approval process by late February so there's enough runway for the LCA certification before registration opens.
H-1B Visa Refrigeration Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Refrigeration Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the role to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific, directly related field. A Refrigeration Technician job framed around mechanical engineering, HVACR systems engineering, or industrial refrigeration technology is more likely to qualify than one described as a trade or vocational role. The O*NET profile and the job description language both matter when USCIS evaluates the petition.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Refrigeration Technicians?
Food processing facilities, pharmaceutical manufacturers, cold-chain logistics companies, commercial real estate operators, and hospital systems are the most active H-1B sponsors for refrigeration roles. These employers need engineers and advanced technicians who can manage complex refrigeration systems at scale. You can browse verified H-1B sponsors in this field on Migrate Mate, filtered by employers with confirmed LCA filing history for this occupation.
Can my employer file the H-1B petition before I have a valid work visa status?
Yes, but the timing matters. If you're currently in F-1 OPT status, your employer can file during the April cap-subject period for an October 1 start. Your OPT must remain valid through at least October 1, or a cap-gap extension may cover the bridge period if your OPT expires between April and September. USCIS publishes cap-gap guidance that outlines exactly what documentation you need to remain authorized during that window.
How long does the H-1B process take for a Refrigeration Technician role?
The full timeline from LCA filing to H-1B approval runs roughly three to six months for standard processing. The DOL typically certifies an LCA within seven business days. USCIS then adjudicates the I-129 petition, which currently takes several months under regular processing. Premium processing reduces the USCIS decision to 15 business days for an additional fee, which many employers use when an October 1 start date is critical.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need your degree transcripts and diploma, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., copies of any professional licenses or certifications relevant to refrigeration systems, your current immigration documents including your I-94 and any prior visas, and a detailed resume or CV. Your employer's immigration attorney will need these to draft the support letter establishing that your role meets the specialty occupation standard under USCIS rules.