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Department Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available at seasonal resorts, hospitality groups, and recreational facilities that hire international workers for temporary operational leadership roles. H-2B employers must secure DOL temporary labor certification before filing, and the 66,000 annual cap means early action on sponsorship timelines is essential.
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SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals, we have a long history of serving those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses, sport fields and more. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers and their business better than anyone else and providing them with a one-stop shop of extensive inventory covering irrigation, lighting, turf and landscape maintenance, hardscapes, nursery, and pest control supplies.
At SiteOne, we are passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience and will stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key to this success, and our commitment to the SiteOne DNA and support for our associates through development programs, benefits, and perks align with our vision to "Be a Great Place to Work for Our Associates". We foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With over 700 locations and exciting expansion ahead, now is the perfect time to join SiteOne and grow Stronger Together™!
Position Overview:
Our Department Managers take the lead as the Irrigation expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence.
What you’ll do:
- Assist Branch Manager with the sales and operations planning process, statistical demand forecasting, and integration of supply and demand plans.
- Promote an incident-free environment by emphasizing safety daily through leading by example.
- Encourage a strong safety culture through workplace organization, training and executing policies.
- Understand and execute the principles of inventory management, target customer mix and sales.
- Create a positive environment for employees which encourages teamwork in alignment with SiteOne DNA.
- Train and develop agronomic staff to be knowledgeable of the Irrigation product line and customer needs to support achievement of departmental sales goals.
- Partner with branch leadership to understand and implement new technologies and ways of working to help positively impact business performance.
- Support other branch departments and customers as needed.
Skills We Are Seeking:
- 1-3 years of experience in the green industry and an understanding of irrigation products, preferred
- Excellent customer service and management skills
- Experience with sales and operations planning and forecasting
- Understanding of accounting fundamentals; including debits, credits, accounts receivable, accounts payable and budgets.
- Ready and willing to learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working
- For Internal Candidates Only: Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher, preferred
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
- High school diploma or equivalent
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- DailyPay available!
- 401k with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Lucrative Associate Referral Program
- Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
- Opportunity for Advancement
- Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
- Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Product Discounts
- Most Branches never work Sundays!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.
SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne - including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination - will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.
If you are ever unsure whether a message is really from SiteOne, here’s how to protect yourself from recruiting scams:
- SiteOne will never ask for payment, sensitive personal info, or documents over email, messaging apps., or interviews
- All SiteOne job openings and updates will be posted on our official careers page: https://careers.siteone.com/
- SiteOne job related emails will be sent with a @siteone.com. All other variations are likely fraudulent.
- You can always reach our SiteOne team directly at Recruiting@siteone.com to confirm
Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience, and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.
Company Overview:
SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest national distributor of landscaping products across the United States and Canada. As a leading supplier of wholesale goods for green industry professionals, we have a long history of serving those who design, build, and maintain outdoor spaces – from lawns and gardens to golf courses, sport fields and more. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers and their business better than anyone else and providing them with a one-stop shop of extensive inventory covering irrigation, lighting, turf and landscape maintenance, hardscapes, nursery, and pest control supplies.
At SiteOne, we are passionate about delivering an outstanding customer experience and will stop at nothing to help our customers win. We know that our associates are the key to this success, and our commitment to the SiteOne DNA and support for our associates through development programs, benefits, and perks align with our vision to "Be a Great Place to Work for Our Associates". We foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With over 700 locations and exciting expansion ahead, now is the perfect time to join SiteOne and grow Stronger Together™!
Position Overview:
Our Department Managers take the lead as the Irrigation expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence.
What you’ll do:
- Assist Branch Manager with the sales and operations planning process, statistical demand forecasting, and integration of supply and demand plans.
- Promote an incident-free environment by emphasizing safety daily through leading by example.
- Encourage a strong safety culture through workplace organization, training and executing policies.
- Understand and execute the principles of inventory management, target customer mix and sales.
- Create a positive environment for employees which encourages teamwork in alignment with SiteOne DNA.
- Train and develop agronomic staff to be knowledgeable of the Irrigation product line and customer needs to support achievement of departmental sales goals.
- Partner with branch leadership to understand and implement new technologies and ways of working to help positively impact business performance.
- Support other branch departments and customers as needed.
Skills We Are Seeking:
- 1-3 years of experience in the green industry and an understanding of irrigation products, preferred
- Excellent customer service and management skills
- Experience with sales and operations planning and forecasting
- Understanding of accounting fundamentals; including debits, credits, accounts receivable, accounts payable and budgets.
- Ready and willing to learn and adopt new technologies and ways of working
- For Internal Candidates Only: Line of Business (LOB) Certification Level I or higher, preferred
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
- High school diploma or equivalent
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
- DailyPay available!
- 401k with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Lucrative Associate Referral Program
- Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
- Opportunity for Advancement
- Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
- Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Product Discounts
- Most Branches never work Sundays!
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.
SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne - including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination - will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.
If you are ever unsure whether a message is really from SiteOne, here’s how to protect yourself from recruiting scams:
- SiteOne will never ask for payment, sensitive personal info, or documents over email, messaging apps., or interviews
- All SiteOne job openings and updates will be posted on our official careers page: https://careers.siteone.com/
- SiteOne job related emails will be sent with a @siteone.com. All other variations are likely fraudulent.
- You can always reach our SiteOne team directly at Recruiting@siteone.com to confirm
Starting pay will depend on factors such as location and experience, and will always meet or exceed applicable state and local minimum wage laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Department Manager
Match your credentials to H-2B requirements
H-2B visa Department Manager roles require documented supervisory experience in a seasonal industry. Gather employment records, performance reviews, and any industry certifications before applying. Gaps in your work history across seasonal contracts can raise questions during USCIS adjudication.
Target employers with active seasonal operations
Focus on hospitality groups, ski resorts, summer camps, and waterpark operators that run defined seasonal cycles. These employers already understand the DOL labor certification process and are more likely to have internal HR capacity to support H-2B filings.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Department Manager openings at employers with confirmed H-2B filing history. Filtering by visa type upfront saves time and surfaces roles where sponsorship infrastructure is already in place.
Understand the cap timing before you apply
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits into two halves: 33,000 for October through March and 33,000 for April through September. Employers can file no earlier than 90 days before the job start date, so your target start date directly determines which cap period you're competing in.
Confirm the employer has filed the labor certification
Before accepting any offer, ask whether the employer has obtained DOL temporary labor certification for the role. Without a certified ETA-9142B, USCIS will not process the I-129 petition. This step is the employer's responsibility and cannot begin after you've already agreed to terms.
Review the prevailing wage for your work location
DOL requires H-2B employers to pay the prevailing wage for the occupation and location. Look up the wage level for Department Manager roles using the OFLC Wage Search tool before negotiating your offer. If the posted rate falls below the certified wage, the petition is at risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Department Manager jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Department Manager roles where employers have verified H-2B sponsorship history. Searching general job boards often surfaces listings where visa sponsorship is unstated or unavailable. Filtering specifically for H-2B-eligible employers in seasonal industries like hospitality and recreation gives you a much more targeted and productive job search.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my application timeline?
The H-2B program issues 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split evenly between two seasonal periods. Employers can file I-129 petitions no more than 90 days before your employment start date. If cap numbers fill early, late-filing employers are locked out entirely. Coordinating your job search and offer acceptance well in advance of your target start date is essential to staying within an open cap window.
What qualifications does a Department Manager need for H-2B sponsorship?
H-2B classification requires the role to be temporary and non-agricultural. For Department Manager positions, employers typically document a need for supervisory oversight tied to a defined seasonal peak. You'll need verifiable management experience in the relevant industry, and your employer must demonstrate through the DOL labor certification process that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position.
Can I transfer my H-2B status to a different employer mid-season?
H-2B status is employer-specific and tied to the certified petition. If you want to work for a different employer, that new employer must file a separate I-129 petition with its own DOL labor certification. You can't simply transfer authorization between employers the way some other visa categories allow. Starting the process mid-season is difficult given DOL lead times and cap constraints.