H-1B1 Chile Visa Maintenance Supervisor Jobs
Maintenance Supervisor jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition filing, and the 1,400-visa annual cap has historically gone unfilled, giving qualified candidates a direct consulate path to U.S. facilities management roles.
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This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination including leading and directing maintenance technicians. Foster a well-trained and motivated staff. Assist the Maintenance Manager to direct and coordinate maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment. Manage and oversee the preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment. Quickly assess problems to minimize downtime of production. Must possess knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and procedures along with GMP practices to ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow the company policies and procedures.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have the ability and experience to lead, direct, evaluate and train a staff of 15 maintenance technicians
- Measure, monitor and reduce machine downtime
- Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) problems and direct/assist with repairs
- Promote a ‘Safety First’ culture amongst staff
- Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant
Education: An associate degree, completion of a college certification program, or a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and training. A combination of education and experience within a food manufacturing environment is also acceptable.
Experience: At least 3 years of experience serving as a maintenance lead or supervisor with responsibility for managing direct reports. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians may be considered in place of formal education or specific experience requirements.
Communication Skills: Must be able to speak clearly, listen and understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly in writing and understand the same.
Computer Skills: Must have basic PLC experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook at the intermediate level. Experience with SAP a plus.
Position-Specific Requirements: Some weekend work required.
About requisition
- Please submit a resume, resume is required for review.
- Maintenance Production Supervisors will adhere to the production schedule, working Monday through Friday and on Saturdays as needed.
Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
Work Shift: B Shift (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY - You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.
SUMMARY
This position is responsible for all aspects of plant maintenance coordination including leading and directing maintenance technicians. Foster a well-trained and motivated staff. Assist the Maintenance Manager to direct and coordinate maintenance policies and procedures while maintaining a safe and clean environment. Manage and oversee the preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment. Quickly assess problems to minimize downtime of production. Must possess knowledge of SQF Quality Management policies and procedures along with GMP practices to ensure all maintenance employees understand and follow the company policies and procedures.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have the ability and experience to lead, direct, evaluate and train a staff of 15 maintenance technicians
- Measure, monitor and reduce machine downtime
- Diagnose basic electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, plumbing, and electronic (PLC) problems and direct/assist with repairs
- Promote a ‘Safety First’ culture amongst staff
- Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program for equipment and plant
Education: An associate degree, completion of a college certification program, or a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and training. A combination of education and experience within a food manufacturing environment is also acceptable.
Experience: At least 3 years of experience serving as a maintenance lead or supervisor with responsibility for managing direct reports. Demonstrated expertise in overseeing, evaluating, and training maintenance technicians may be considered in place of formal education or specific experience requirements.
Communication Skills: Must be able to speak clearly, listen and understand ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly in writing and understand the same.
Computer Skills: Must have basic PLC experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook at the intermediate level. Experience with SAP a plus.
Position-Specific Requirements: Some weekend work required.
About requisition
- Please submit a resume, resume is required for review.
- Maintenance Production Supervisors will adhere to the production schedule, working Monday through Friday and on Saturdays as needed.
Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes
Work Shift: B Shift (United States of America)
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY - You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Maintenance Supervisor Jobs
Document your supervisory credentials before applying
Chilean trade certifications and facility management credentials need to map clearly to U.S. specialty occupation standards. Gather transcripts, any relevant technical diplomas, and employment letters that detail your supervisory scope before outreach begins.
Search H-1B1 Chile sponsor history on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history so you target facilities and manufacturing companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this visa category, not just general H-1B visa sponsors.
Target industries with recurring maintenance headcount needs
Data centers, pharmaceutical manufacturing plants, and commercial real estate management firms hire Maintenance Supervisors year-round. These employers sponsor repeatedly and already have HR processes for handling H-1B1 visa Chile consulate applications.
Verify your wage offer against the OFLC Wage Search
Your employer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and SOC code before filing the Labor Condition Application. Cross-check the OFLC Wage Search yourself so you can flag any discrepancy before the LCA is submitted.
Prepare for the consulate interview with role-specific documentation
Unlike H-1B, your H-1B1 Chile application is adjudicated at the U.S. consulate in Santiago, not by USCIS. Bring the certified LCA, your offer letter specifying supervisory duties, and evidence that the role requires at least a bachelor's-equivalent background in engineering or a related technical field.
Negotiate a start date that accounts for LCA certification timing
DOL certifies LCAs within seven business days in most cases, but your employer also needs that certified LCA before you can schedule your consulate appointment. Build at least three to four weeks of buffer between your accepted offer and your intended start date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Maintenance Supervisor role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
It depends on how the position is defined. A general maintenance technician role typically does not qualify, but a Maintenance Supervisor role structured around engineering systems, facilities engineering management, or industrial operations can qualify if the employer demonstrates the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, facilities management, or a closely related technical field. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports that framing when the role involves complex systems oversight.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from H-1B for Maintenance Supervisor roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. consulate in Santiago rather than through USCIS, which removes the petition filing stage. The annual cap is 1,400 visas for Chilean nationals and has not historically filled. One key difference: H-1B1 does not inherently authorize dual intent, so you'll need to demonstrate nonimmigrant intent at each renewal. For Maintenance Supervisors, this makes consulate documentation especially important.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas for Maintenance Supervisor positions?
Employers in pharmaceutical manufacturing, data center operations, commercial real estate management, and industrial facilities tend to sponsor repeatedly for this role because they have ongoing headcount needs and established HR processes. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history, so you can focus outreach on companies that have already completed this process rather than educating a new sponsor from scratch.
What documents does my employer need to prepare before my consulate appointment?
Your employer must file and receive a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before you can apply. You'll also need a formal offer letter detailing your supervisory duties and reporting structure, evidence that the role requires a relevant technical degree, and any company-specific documentation the consulate requests. Your employer does not file an I-129 petition with USCIS for H-1B1 Chile, which shortens the pre-appointment preparation window significantly.
Can I switch Maintenance Supervisor employers while on H-1B1 Chile status?
Yes, but you cannot port to a new employer the way H-1B holders can under AC21 portability rules. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA, and you will generally need to return to the consulate in Santiago to obtain a new visa stamp reflecting the updated sponsorship before or shortly after starting with the new employer. Plan for a gap of several weeks between roles to allow for LCA certification and consulate scheduling.
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