H-1B Visa Station Manager Jobs
Station Manager jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at an intersection that requires careful positioning: most roles qualify as a specialty occupation only when structured around degree-level operations management, logistics, or transportation planning duties. Employers filing an LCA must certify prevailing wages by worksite, so multi-location operators need separate certifications for each facility.
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Get Access To All JobsUnifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.
We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. Join our team and see where the flight benefits can take you.
Job Summary:
The station manager is responsible for the oversight and coordination of the exciting day-to-day airport operations, or a segment of the operation. The station manager must have a passion for ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and effective operational and financial performance of the station.
Benefits:
- Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
- Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off - 9 paid holidays + 80 hours of PTO in your first year (PTO plans increase with tenure).
- 401k with 3% company match contribution when you contribute 9% to your retirement plan after 30 days.
- Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
- Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation.
Job Duties:
- Builds partnerships with customers and sets the example for the delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Reviews operational and financial reports to ensure the station is meeting goals and objectives and takes corrective action as required.
- Participates in employee relations investigations when complaints arise and resolves issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Recruits new employees to ensure appropriate staffing, promotes team-building initiatives and performs coaching and mentoring activities to develop and motivate team members.
- Ensure that employees are properly trained and audit safety records as needed.
- Sets, measures and manages the performance of self and others. Leads team members in achieving operational and financial objectives and goals.
- Complete work in a safe and secure manner, following company safety and operational standards.
- Immediately report safety and security incidents as well as potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill, experience, and capabilities expected for this position.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possesses a valid Driver’s License.
- Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
- Supervisory experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three years of relevant work experience in the aviation or ground handling services industry.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently push, pull, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, lift up to 70lbs and move up to 70lbs; and constantly walk, stand, handle, grasp and reach out. May have to reach above shoulder occasionally.
Working conditions:
- You will need to have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. We operate in a shift bid environment.
- Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment.
- Enjoy the outdoors on a daily basis (sun, rain, sleet or snow!) May be exposed to a wide variety of weather conditions, jet and machinery noises, fumes, dirt and dust for extended periods.
Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.
Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.
We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. Join our team and see where the flight benefits can take you.
Job Summary:
The station manager is responsible for the oversight and coordination of the exciting day-to-day airport operations, or a segment of the operation. The station manager must have a passion for ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and effective operational and financial performance of the station.
Benefits:
- Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
- Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off - 9 paid holidays + 80 hours of PTO in your first year (PTO plans increase with tenure).
- 401k with 3% company match contribution when you contribute 9% to your retirement plan after 30 days.
- Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
- Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation.
Job Duties:
- Builds partnerships with customers and sets the example for the delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Reviews operational and financial reports to ensure the station is meeting goals and objectives and takes corrective action as required.
- Participates in employee relations investigations when complaints arise and resolves issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Recruits new employees to ensure appropriate staffing, promotes team-building initiatives and performs coaching and mentoring activities to develop and motivate team members.
- Ensure that employees are properly trained and audit safety records as needed.
- Sets, measures and manages the performance of self and others. Leads team members in achieving operational and financial objectives and goals.
- Complete work in a safe and secure manner, following company safety and operational standards.
- Immediately report safety and security incidents as well as potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill, experience, and capabilities expected for this position.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possesses a valid Driver’s License.
- Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
- Supervisory experience is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Three years of relevant work experience in the aviation or ground handling services industry.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently push, pull, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, lift up to 70lbs and move up to 70lbs; and constantly walk, stand, handle, grasp and reach out. May have to reach above shoulder occasionally.
Working conditions:
- You will need to have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. We operate in a shift bid environment.
- Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment.
- Enjoy the outdoors on a daily basis (sun, rain, sleet or snow!) May be exposed to a wide variety of weather conditions, jet and machinery noises, fumes, dirt and dust for extended periods.
Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Station Manager
Map your degree to operations management duties
Pull the O*NET profile for Station Manager roles and align your degree field directly to the analytical and planning tasks listed. Employers need your credentials to anchor the specialty occupation argument, so a business administration, logistics, or industrial engineering degree carries the most weight.
Target operators with multi-site LCA filing history
Carriers, transit authorities, and freight networks that run multiple terminals already understand the per-worksite LCA certification requirement. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history in transportation and logistics operations, then prioritize those with active filings in your target city.
Clarify worksite assignments before accepting an offer
If the role requires rotating between terminals or managing a hub-and-spoke network, confirm with HR that a certified LCA will cover each worksite where you'll perform substantial duties. A single LCA tied to headquarters won't satisfy DOL requirements for unlisted locations.
Request premium processing when start dates are fixed
Station operations often have hard handover dates tied to shift schedules or seasonal demand. Ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing so USCIS adjudicates the I-129 petition within 15 business days, giving you a confirmed start date before the operational window closes.
Verify prevailing wage tier before the LCA is filed
Station Manager roles span DOL wage levels one through four depending on supervisory scope and headcount. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the correct SOC code and metropolitan area before your employer certifies the LCA, so the offered wage matches the complexity of your actual responsibilities.
Document operational scope to survive an RFE
USCIS scrutinizes Station Manager petitions where the title sounds supervisory but the duties list leans toward scheduling or dispatch. Compile performance metrics, budget authority records, and strategic planning outputs that demonstrate degree-level decision-making, so your employer can respond to a Request for Evidence without delaying your start.
H-1B Visa Station Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Station Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. A Station Manager role qualifies as a specialty occupation when the core duties require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as business administration, logistics, transportation management, or industrial engineering. Roles that are primarily supervisory or focused on shift scheduling without degree-level analytical responsibilities are harder to support under the specialty occupation definition. Employers sponsoring H-1B holders typically document that the position requires applying theoretical and analytical knowledge, not just operational oversight.
How does the LCA requirement work for Station Managers who oversee multiple locations?
DOL requires a separate certified LCA for each worksite where you'll perform H-1B work. If your Station Manager role covers more than one terminal or facility, your employer must file and receive certification for each location before you begin work there. This is a frequent compliance gap in transportation and freight roles. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel that every worksite is covered before you accept an offer or relocate.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas for Station Manager positions most frequently?
Airlines, regional transit authorities, intermodal freight carriers, and logistics networks are the most active H-1B sponsors for Station Manager roles because they operate at scale, have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure, and regularly need degree-holders to manage complex multi-site operations. Broadcast and telecommunications companies also hire H-1B sponsored Station Managers in technical programming and operations roles. You can browse employers with verified sponsorship history on Migrate Mate, filtered by industry and location.
What happens to my H-1B status if the station I manage closes or is sold?
Your H-1B status is tied to the specific employer and position listed in the approved petition. If your station closes or is transferred to a new operator, your sponsoring employer is no longer maintaining the terms of your petition, which triggers a status issue. You have a 60-day grace period to find a new employer willing to file an H-1B transfer petition. Acting quickly is critical since that grace period starts from the date employment ends, not from when you receive formal notice.
Can my employer include a future station reassignment in the original H-1B petition?
USCIS allows an employer to file an H-1B petition covering a specific worksite, but any subsequent reassignment to a materially different location or role requires an amended petition and a new certified LCA for that worksite. Some employers try to file broadly, but DOL and USCIS expect the petition to reflect actual work location and duties. If your offer involves planned reassignments, confirm in writing that the employer will handle amended filings and new LCA certifications for each transition.