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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Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Providence Place at Ingleside is an exceptional 55-plus active adult independent living community and retirement community located on a scenic hilltop in Holyoke, Massachusetts. We work diligently to enhance the senior independent living experience and offer a variety of programs for our residents to maintain an active lifestyle.
Compensation: $56,000 - $66,500, depending on verification of experience and qualifications.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Supervises the daily operations of the facilities including managing the Maintenance and Groundskeeping personnel; responsible for providing adequate coverage for each assignment. Communicates and provides reporting to the Director at regular intervals.
- Plans, coordinates and controls resources in conjunction with the Director to provide quality maintenance services to Providence Place and intercompany shared services entities including Mary’s Meadow at Providence Place, Mercy Home Care, Mercy Hospice, Mercy LIFE and other tenants at the Hillside at Providence.
- Acts as a role model for exemplifying the organizations standards of behavior (H.E.A.L.) by providing a high level of customer service to internal and external customers in successfully meeting facility needs.
- Performs a direct hands-on role in completing daily maintenance tasks. Troubleshoots repairs and maintains facility in plumbing, mechanical, electrical and utility mechanics.
- Recruits, orients, trains and evaluates performance of assigned personnel and, when necessary, recommends and provides disciplinary actions to direct reports.
- Organizes, assigns and monitors the day-to-day work assignments/work orders, ensuring proper and timely completion. Provides feedback to the Director pertaining to work order completion or delays.
- Prepares work schedules in order to provide adequate coverage at all times. Establishes work priorities in conjunction with the Director. Changes schedules and reassigns work unit personnel in response to work load demands or staffing.
- Monitors work quality on a regular basis through inspection and follow-up reporting to ensure compliance.
- Ensures appropriate inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
- Assists the Director in evaluating the physical condition of the facilities and equipment in assigned areas, and recommends necessary improvement or repairs as needed.
- In the absence of the Director makes all necessary decisions associated with maintenance services and maintenance staff.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Work requires the knowledge of theories, principles and concepts acquired through completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Requires three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in general facility maintenance. Supervisory experience required. Work requires knowledge acquired through work experience in one or more of the major trades including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general mechanics. No certification, registration, or licensure is required.
- Work requires the analytical skills necessary to resolve the day-to-day demands and the supervision of employees. Work requires the ability to assign, distribute and follow-up on the work of other employees within the work unit; provide input into the performance appraisals of assigned employees; and enforce work unit protocols and policies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work requires prolonged standing, stooping, bending, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds and frequent pushing/pulling, on a daily basis.
- Requires working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would result in minor injury, bruises or muscle work.
- Some night work, rotating weekends, and holidays required.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports to the Director of Facilities Operations
- Responsible for directly supervising the work of 4-6 maintenance and groundskeeping employees
Position Highlights and Benefits:
- Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Opportunity to get paid daily – through DailyPay
- Referral Program
- Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually!
- Discounts with major vendors; AT, Verizon, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Quicken Loans, AND MORE!
- Day-1 low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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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 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.