H-1B Visa Safety Technician Jobs
Safety Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in occupational health, safety science, or a related field. Employers in manufacturing, construction, and energy sectors file H-1B petitions for these roles, though you'll need to confirm the role meets USCIS specialty occupation standards before pursuing sponsorship.
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Uncapped Commission
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5-Star Trip for 2 for top performers
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401K
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Responsibilities
UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking Fire Safety Compliance Manager to join our community. As a Fire Safety Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of fire safety licensing and regulatory compliance across the United States. This role ensures that both company and technician licenses are obtained, tracked, and maintained in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements to prevent service disruptions. Serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, this position collaborates closely with field teams, leadership, and external agencies to ensure seamless compliance and program integration. Our standard is a 5-day work week, enjoy two days off a week. We have an immediate opening and provide on the job training.
Pay & Benefits:
On-the-job training + 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Direct Payroll Deposit, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.
What’s in it for you?
Training: With the most in-depth training platform in the industry, our employees get top quality skills training designed to enhance their performance and assist them with their career potential and advancement.
Career Mobility: We’re a growing company offering significant avenues for personal development and growth. Some companies like to promote from within, we love to!
Technology: UniFirst’s many cutting edge sales tools and innovative programs are designed with one purpose in mind – to help you succeed.
Community Culture: Our unique community culture is what makes UniFirst an organization that stands out from the rest.
Diversity: At UniFirst, you'll find an environment packed with different cultures, personalities, and backgrounds because we know it takes many kinds of people to make us successful.
What you’ll be doing:
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Oversee and maintain fire safety company and technician licenses across all U.S. states, ensuring timely renewals, accurate documentation, and adherence to regulatory requirements.
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Apply for new licenses, liaise with regulatory agencies (state/county/city fire marshals), and serve as the primary compliance contact.
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Manage Inspect Point licensing, technician eligibility, training certifications, and recordkeeping.
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Provide daily leadership to compliance team partners, including future hiring, training, performance management, and workflow support.
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Maintain SharePoint documentation and workflows, including licensing requirements, COIs, forms, rollout resources, and communication tools.
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Support program development and reporting in partnership with the Fire Program Manager.
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Partner with field technicians, purchasing, sales, and leadership to ensure alignment, pricing updates, and fire program consistency.
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Manage fire program leads in Dynamics CRM and ensure accurate information distribution for sales/service support.
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Coordinate onboarding tasks including welcome communications, licensing setup, systems access, uniform orders, travel arrangements, expense support, and training logistics.
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Maintain FSS-related lists, location maps, instructor IDs, and internal permissions.
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Assist with training operations including scheduling, surveys, reporting, van logistics, equipment shipping, and ATL events.
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Support SCS with commission sheets, rosters, customer inquiries, and platform assistance.
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Administer internal contests and engagement initiatives.
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Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably required by the Manager or Supervisor.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
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Must be 18 years of age or older.
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Valid non-commercial driver’s license and safe driving record.
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3–5 years of experience in compliance coordination, licensing administration, regulatory affairs, or a similar role.
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Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Regulatory Affairs, Public Safety, or a related field preferred.
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Relevant certifications in compliance, licensing, or safety (e.g., NFPA, OSHA, or industry-specific training) are a plus.
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Experience working with state and local regulatory agencies, preferably in the fire safety, construction, or facilities industry.
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5+ years of category management, sourcing, or procurement experience.
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Strong background in administrative support and document management.
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Previous experience using CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics), ERP systems (e.g., Sage), and document sharing platforms (e.g., SharePoint).
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Familiarity with fire safety programs, technician onboarding, and licensing processes is highly preferred.
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal teams, external agencies, and field staff.
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High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, document handling, and compliance tracking.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and file management tools.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
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Occasional travel may be required for training coordination or licensing meetings.
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Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs.
About UniFirst First Aid + Safety
UniFirst First Aid + Safety is a division of the UniFirst Corporation. UniFirst First Aid + Safety is one of the largest providers of First Aid, AEDs, Compliance Training, Safety and PPE products in the United States. Businesses such as manufacturing, office buildings, retail, construction, logistics, automotive, and government agencies, are just a few examples of our current customer base. We are part of a $70 million division within a $1.8 billion company.
UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
If you require an accommodation during any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at TalentAcquisition@unifirst.com or through our EthicsFirst portal at UniFirst.ethicspoint.com. You may also call the EthicsFirst Hotline at (800) 213-8979 to let us know the nature of your request.
UniFirst Recruiters and/or representatives will not ask job seekers to provide personal financial information when submitting a job application. Please be vigilant as such requests for information may be fraudulent.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Safety Technician
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation
Pull the Safety Technician O*NET profile and verify your job duties align with roles requiring a bachelor's degree in a specific field. USCIS denies H-1B petitions when job descriptions are too general or the degree requirement isn't clearly tied to the duties.
Target industries with consistent H-1B filing history
Manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, and aerospace employers file H-1B petitions for Safety Technicians regularly. Focus your search on these sectors rather than smaller contractors, who often lack the HR infrastructure to manage H-1B sponsorship.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for safety roles on Migrate Mate. This saves time by eliminating employers who advertise openings but have no record of sponsoring this occupation.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your exact job title, geographic area, and experience level. Your offer must meet or exceed this figure, or the DOL will reject the Labor Condition Application your employer files.
Ask about premium processing during salary negotiation
Standard H-1B adjudication runs several months, which creates problems if your OPT or current status is expiring. Negotiate premium processing into your offer early; employers are more receptive before signing than after onboarding paperwork starts.
Document your certifications alongside your degree
OSHA 30-hour cards, CSP certification, and safety management credentials strengthen the specialty occupation argument for your petition. Compile these with your transcripts so your employer's attorney can build a complete credential package for USCIS.
H-1B Visa Safety Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Safety Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. USCIS requires the position to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as occupational health and safety, environmental science, or industrial hygiene. If the job description accepts any bachelor's degree or treats the degree as preferred rather than required, the petition is likely to face a Request for Evidence or denial. Employers should document why a specific degree field is essential to the duties.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Safety Technicians?
Manufacturing, chemical processing, oil and gas, utilities, aerospace, and large construction firms sponsor H-1B petitions for safety roles most consistently. These industries operate under strict OSHA compliance requirements and employ dedicated safety staff with formal credentials. You can find employers with verified H-1B filing history for safety roles by searching Migrate Mate, which filters listings by actual Labor Condition Application data.
Can a Safety Technician role qualify for a cap-exempt H-1B through a nonprofit or research institution?
Yes, if the employer qualifies as a cap-exempt organization such as a nonprofit research institution, university, or government research organization, the H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. Safety Technicians employed by hospital systems affiliated with a university or by federally funded laboratories often benefit from this path. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status directly with USCIS guidance before relying on this route.
What credentials support a stronger H-1B petition for a Safety Technician position?
A bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental health, industrial hygiene, or a closely related field forms the foundation. Professional certifications such as the Certified Safety Professional designation, OSHA 30-hour completion, or a Construction Health and Safety Technician credential add evidentiary weight by showing the role demands specialized knowledge beyond a general degree. Your employer's immigration attorney will document these to support the specialty occupation argument.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Safety Technician employer conducts layoffs or restructures?
Your H-1B status is tied to your employer, so a layoff or role elimination triggers a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or depart the U.S. A new employer must file a transfer petition before your grace period expires to maintain your continuous status. Starting your job search immediately, not after receiving severance, is the most effective way to stay within that window.