H-2A Visa Welder Jobs
Welder jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you in agricultural operations where structural fabrication, equipment repair, and irrigation infrastructure work runs on a seasonal cycle. Employers must provide free housing and transportation, pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, and cover your inbound travel costs under H-2A program rules.
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The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
The Rock Springs Maintenance Department has an immediate for a Welder/Mechanic.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Report for work promptly everyday as scheduled.
- Respond to overtime and callout requirements as plant needs dictate.
- Perform welding jobs as assigned.
- Perform millwright jobs as assigned.
- Work professionally with people within and outside of the department.
- Completion of Primary Welding skills checklist.
- Completion of Secondary Mechanic skills checklist.
- Perform duties at different heights as assigned.
- Be able to perform duties in hot and cold temperatures.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum of 3 years industrial welding experience.
OTHER INFORMATION
- A 6-inch 6G Carbon pipe SMAW weld test may be used to validate skill level.
- Experience with stainless steel materials and process is a plus.
- Working knowledge of blueprints and fabrication experience.
- The position is for dayshift that periodically requires schedule adjustments as plant needs dictate. During the first 6 months the position will be on a 5-day 8-hour schedule, once 6 months has commenced schedule will be changed to a 4 day 10-hour schedule.
Job Requisition ID: 26680
Travel Required: None
Location(s): ABW Plant - Rock Springs
Country: United States
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
INTRODUCTION
The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.
SUMMARY
The Rock Springs Maintenance Department has an immediate for a Welder/Mechanic.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Report for work promptly everyday as scheduled.
- Respond to overtime and callout requirements as plant needs dictate.
- Perform welding jobs as assigned.
- Perform millwright jobs as assigned.
- Work professionally with people within and outside of the department.
- Completion of Primary Welding skills checklist.
- Completion of Secondary Mechanic skills checklist.
- Perform duties at different heights as assigned.
- Be able to perform duties in hot and cold temperatures.
TYPICAL EDUCATION
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Must have a minimum of 3 years industrial welding experience.
OTHER INFORMATION
- A 6-inch 6G Carbon pipe SMAW weld test may be used to validate skill level.
- Experience with stainless steel materials and process is a plus.
- Working knowledge of blueprints and fabrication experience.
- The position is for dayshift that periodically requires schedule adjustments as plant needs dictate. During the first 6 months the position will be on a 5-day 8-hour schedule, once 6 months has commenced schedule will be changed to a 4 day 10-hour schedule.
Job Requisition ID: 26680
Travel Required: None
Location(s): ABW Plant - Rock Springs
Country: United States
The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.
If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Welder
Verify your welding credentials match job requirements
H-2A agricultural welding roles typically require AWS certification or documented experience with MIG, TIG, or stick welding on farm equipment. Gather your certifications and employment records before applying so employers can confirm your qualifications during the DOL job order review.
Check the AEWR for your target state
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate varies by state and changes annually. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the current rate where the job is located before you receive an offer, so you can verify your quoted wage meets the legal minimum.
Search verified H-2A employers on Migrate Mate
Not every farm or ranch that posts welding jobs has filed an H-2A job order. Migrate Mate filters listings by verified H-2A sponsorship history, so you're targeting employers who have already completed the DOL temporary labor certification process.
Confirm the housing arrangement before accepting an offer
Your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL-approved safety standards, but the location and setup vary widely. Ask whether housing is on-site or off-site, shared or private, and whether bedding and cooking facilities are provided before you sign anything.
Understand the three-fourths guarantee in your contract
H-2A job offers must include a three-fourths guarantee, meaning your employer must offer you work for at least 75 percent of the contract period. If welding assignments run short due to weather or equipment delays, you're still owed wages for that floor.
Get the O*NET occupation code for your application
H-2A petitions require an SOC occupation code tied to the role. Pull the welding occupation profile from O*NET and confirm your job duties align with the listed tasks. A mismatch between your duties and the SOC code can slow down the DOL job order certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Welder jobs that offer H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Welder positions with confirmed H-2A sponsorship. The platform filters jobs by verified sponsorship history, so you're not sifting through listings from employers who haven't filed a temporary labor certification. Search by role and state to see active H-2A job orders for welding work.
What housing and transportation does an H-2A employer have to provide for Welder positions?
Under H-2A rules, your employer must provide free housing that meets DOL health and safety standards for the full duration of your contract. They must also pay for your inbound transportation from your home country to the worksite and return transportation at the end of the contract. Daily transportation between housing and the worksite must also be provided at no cost to you.
Does welding on a farm qualify as agricultural work under H-2A?
It depends on the specific duties. H-2A covers temporary agricultural labor, so welding that directly supports farm operations, such as repairing irrigation systems, maintaining harvesting equipment, or fabricating livestock enclosures, typically qualifies. Welding work that is primarily construction or manufacturing unrelated to on-farm operations may not meet the agricultural labor definition under the program.
What happens if the welding work ends early before my H-2A contract expires?
The three-fourths guarantee protects you if work is cut short. Your employer must pay wages equivalent to at least 75 percent of the total workdays listed in your contract, even if the actual welding assignments run out early. If your employer terminates the contract without cause before that threshold, they're required to cover your return transportation costs as well.