H-2A Visa Maintenance Jobs
Maintenance jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship are available on farms, orchards, and agricultural facilities that need workers to keep irrigation systems, equipment, and structures operational through the growing season. Employers provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and file the H-2A petition on your behalf.
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CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
SUMMARY
CHS Sun Basin is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Othello, WA. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery, equipment, and facility systems. In this role, the technician performs both preventative and corrective maintenance, diagnosing issues and completing repairs to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance levels. The position requires strong troubleshooting abilities, routine inspection of equipment, and collaboration with supervisors to carry out maintenance planning, scheduling, and advanced repair tasks. A commitment to safety is essential, as the technician is responsible for identifying hazards, following all safety procedures, and helping maintain a strong safety culture. This role may also involve extended hours, on‑call availability, and performing additional duties as operational needs arise.
This is a great opportunity to work with the largest co-op in the U.S, while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!
Responsibilities
- With limited supervision, maintain machinery, equipment, facilities or vehicles as needed and as efficiently and timely as possible.
- Repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure the most efficient operation.
- Identify and diagnosis problems on equipment and continually monitor equipment while initiating appropriate repair processes.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
- Inspect parts, replacements, alignment, balancing, installation and refurbishment on a wide variety of equipment.
- Coordinate with the supervisor on tasks ranging from simple part replacement, advanced troubleshooting and preventative/predictive maintenance interventions ensuring that equipment is properly configured and/or set up.
- Install, maintain, rebuild, replace parts, equipment and machinery and troubleshoot maintenance problems.
- Perform maintenance planning and scheduling activities to assign equipment work orders.
- Provide training to less experienced team members.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required)
- 2+ years of experience in Production, Operations, and/or Maintenance
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Experience troubleshooting issues, identifying and completing appropriate repairs, and implementing measures to prevent reoccurring maintenance problems
- Working knowledge of the operations, control, and functions of equipment and machinery
- Ability to be on-call 24/7
- Ability to work extended hours as needed
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in noisy, dusty and all weather conditions
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
If you live in Washington or are applying for a position in Washington, please review the information linked here.
This position is designated by CHS Inc. as a safety-sensitive position pursuant to Washington law, RCW 49.44.240. Please be advised that due to this designation (and notice to applicants of the same), the pre-employment drug testing panel for this position will include marijuana and its metabolites.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
INTRODUCTION
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
SUMMARY
CHS Sun Basin is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician in Othello, WA. The Maintenance Technician plays a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of machinery, equipment, and facility systems. In this role, the technician performs both preventative and corrective maintenance, diagnosing issues and completing repairs to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance levels. The position requires strong troubleshooting abilities, routine inspection of equipment, and collaboration with supervisors to carry out maintenance planning, scheduling, and advanced repair tasks. A commitment to safety is essential, as the technician is responsible for identifying hazards, following all safety procedures, and helping maintain a strong safety culture. This role may also involve extended hours, on‑call availability, and performing additional duties as operational needs arise.
This is a great opportunity to work with the largest co-op in the U.S, while still making an impact in our local communities. Our fun and safe work environment is waiting for you, apply today!
Responsibilities
- With limited supervision, maintain machinery, equipment, facilities or vehicles as needed and as efficiently and timely as possible.
- Repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure the most efficient operation.
- Identify and diagnosis problems on equipment and continually monitor equipment while initiating appropriate repair processes.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
- Inspect parts, replacements, alignment, balancing, installation and refurbishment on a wide variety of equipment.
- Coordinate with the supervisor on tasks ranging from simple part replacement, advanced troubleshooting and preventative/predictive maintenance interventions ensuring that equipment is properly configured and/or set up.
- Install, maintain, rebuild, replace parts, equipment and machinery and troubleshoot maintenance problems.
- Perform maintenance planning and scheduling activities to assign equipment work orders.
- Provide training to less experienced team members.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required)
- 2+ years of experience in Production, Operations, and/or Maintenance
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or GED preferred
- Experience troubleshooting issues, identifying and completing appropriate repairs, and implementing measures to prevent reoccurring maintenance problems
- Working knowledge of the operations, control, and functions of equipment and machinery
- Ability to be on-call 24/7
- Ability to work extended hours as needed
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in noisy, dusty and all weather conditions
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
If you live in Washington or are applying for a position in Washington, please review the information linked here.
This position is designated by CHS Inc. as a safety-sensitive position pursuant to Washington law, RCW 49.44.240. Please be advised that due to this designation (and notice to applicants of the same), the pre-employment drug testing panel for this position will include marijuana and its metabolites.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Maintenance Jobs
Pull your O*NET profile before applying
Maintenance roles under H-2A visa are classified by specific DOL occupation codes. Pull your O*NET profile for agricultural equipment repair or general maintenance to confirm which tasks match your experience before employers review your application.
Verify the AEWR rate for your state
H-2A maintenance wages are set by the DOL Adverse Effect Wage Rate, which varies by state and changes annually. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the current rate for the state where you'll work before accepting any offer.
Target employers with active H-2A job orders
Search Migrate Mate to find agricultural employers who've already filed H-2A job orders for maintenance roles. These employers have passed DOL recruitment requirements, so you're entering a pipeline that's built for sponsorship rather than cold-pitching unprepared hiring managers.
Document your equipment certifications now
Farms frequently list tractor operation, welding, or irrigation system repair as required skills. Gather any certifications or prior employer letters confirming hands-on maintenance experience before you apply. Gaps in documentation are a common reason offers stall.
Ask employers about the three-fourths guarantee
H-2A law requires employers to offer you work for at least three-fourths of the contract period. Get the total workweek hours in writing before your start date so you know the minimum hours you're protected for under federal regulations.
Confirm the job order period of need matches your availability
USCIS approves H-2A petitions for specific start and end dates tied to the employer's agricultural calendar. Make sure the job order's period of need aligns with your actual availability, since arriving after the start date can complicate your status.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Maintenance jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search for agricultural maintenance positions where the employer has already committed to H-2A sponsorship. Because H-2A requires employers to file a job order with DOL before hiring, every listing you find this way comes with sponsorship built into the role rather than being something you negotiate after the fact.
What housing and transportation obligations does an H-2A employer have for maintenance workers?
Your H-2A employer must provide free housing that meets federal and state safety standards for the entire contract period, including any time before work begins. They're also required to cover transportation costs from your home country to the worksite and back at the end of your contract, plus daily transportation between your housing and the job.
Can a maintenance role qualify for H-2A if the work isn't directly in the fields?
Yes. DOL allows H-2A certification for maintenance positions that support agricultural operations, such as repairing irrigation systems, maintaining farm equipment, or keeping facilities operational during planting or harvest seasons. The role must be temporary or seasonal and tied to the employer's agricultural production cycle, not a year-round permanent position.
What happens if my H-2A contract ends early due to equipment downtime or weather delays?
H-2A regulations include a three-fourths guarantee: your employer must offer you work for at least three-fourths of the workdays in the contract period. If they can't provide that, they're required to pay you for the missed hours anyway. If the job order is terminated entirely before completion, the employer must also cover your return transportation costs.