H-2B Visa Electrician Jobs
H-2B visa sponsorship for electricians covers temporary construction, resort, and event infrastructure roles where U.S. employers can't find enough local workers. With 66,000 visas split across two seasonal caps, electricians who line up a certified employer early have the strongest shot at a slot.
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Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. (Jorgensen) is a world leader in maintenance management. For over 65 years Jorgensen has provided a diverse range of facility and highway infrastructure, consulting, maintenance and management services. Our professionals are in the forefront as facility managers, maintenance engineers, trainers, assets managers and solution providers. Our firm is focused on the operations and maintenance of transportation and public works infrastructure assets. Our maintenance operations is comprised of professional engineers, certified quality control inspectors, and experienced maintenance technicians with proficiency developing and executing highway infrastructure maintenance contracts throughout the United States. Our system approach to maintenance management is unparalleled in our industry. We know how to identify and implement innovative solutions for our client's toughest challenges.
Position Summary
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is currently seeking full-time Electrician to perform maintenance operations in the Tampa, FL area. This position requires performing a variety of tasks related to highway lighting repair and maintenance and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Jorgensen Company policies and procedures.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Minimum two years prior electrical work
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- CDL Preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma/GED
- Maintain company standards for background checks (i.e. criminal record, driving record and controlled substance/drug testing)
- Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
- Carry out simple arithmetic functions
- Maintain proper safety equipment required for each job
- Knowledge and ability to adapt to the latest technology
- Ability to use smart phone and applications
- Ability to adjust to changing work schedule
- Ability to work safely under ranging environmental and weather conditions
- Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds; strenuous manual labor may be required
- Ability to operate hand/power tools
SCHEDULE
Full time; Monday – Friday 07:30 am – 04:00 pm. MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK DAY, NIGHT OR WEEKENDS IF NEEDED.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE TO INCLUDE
Competitive base pay, annual profitability based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to include: Health & Dental insurance, Vision Discounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Vacation, Sick, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Plans and more!
Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employers and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V
INTRODUCTION
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. (Jorgensen) is a world leader in maintenance management. For over 65 years Jorgensen has provided a diverse range of facility and highway infrastructure, consulting, maintenance and management services. Our professionals are in the forefront as facility managers, maintenance engineers, trainers, assets managers and solution providers. Our firm is focused on the operations and maintenance of transportation and public works infrastructure assets. Our maintenance operations is comprised of professional engineers, certified quality control inspectors, and experienced maintenance technicians with proficiency developing and executing highway infrastructure maintenance contracts throughout the United States. Our system approach to maintenance management is unparalleled in our industry. We know how to identify and implement innovative solutions for our client's toughest challenges.
Position Summary
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is currently seeking full-time Electrician to perform maintenance operations in the Tampa, FL area. This position requires performing a variety of tasks related to highway lighting repair and maintenance and adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Jorgensen Company policies and procedures.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Minimum two years prior electrical work
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- CDL Preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma/GED
- Maintain company standards for background checks (i.e. criminal record, driving record and controlled substance/drug testing)
- Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
- Carry out simple arithmetic functions
- Maintain proper safety equipment required for each job
- Knowledge and ability to adapt to the latest technology
- Ability to use smart phone and applications
- Ability to adjust to changing work schedule
- Ability to work safely under ranging environmental and weather conditions
- Capable of lifting up to 75 pounds; strenuous manual labor may be required
- Ability to operate hand/power tools
SCHEDULE
Full time; Monday – Friday 07:30 am – 04:00 pm. MUST BE FLEXIBLE TO WORK DAY, NIGHT OR WEEKENDS IF NEEDED.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE TO INCLUDE
Competitive base pay, annual profitability based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to include: Health & Dental insurance, Vision Discounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Vacation, Sick, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Plans and more!
Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.
Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employers and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Electrician Jobs
Pull your electrical license records early
H-2B visa employers filing a temporary labor certification need proof you can legally perform the work. Gather your journeyman or master electrician license, trade school transcripts, and any OSHA 10 or 30 certifications before you start applying.
Target employers with seasonal electrical demand
Resorts, ski areas, outdoor event venues, and coastal construction firms hire electricians on predictable seasonal cycles. These operations run H-2B programs repeatedly and already know the DOL certification process, which speeds up your sponsorship timeline.
Search verified H-2B employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with documented H-2B filing history for construction and electrical trades. Targeting companies that have sponsored before cuts the risk of approaching employers who don't understand the certification requirements.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating
DOL sets the minimum wage your employer must pay through the OFLC Wage Search tool, based on your specific job duties and work location. If you're offered below that rate, the employer's labor certification application will be rejected.
Time your outreach to beat the cap filing window
Employers must file for H-2B labor certification at least 60 to 75 days before your start date, and USCIS typically opens cap-subject petition filing months before peak season. Contacting employers by October for summer roles gives them enough runway.
Clarify your job duties match the O*NET classification
DOL's labor certification is tied to a specific O*NET occupation code. If your role mixes electrical work with general construction tasks, confirm with your employer which classification they're filing under so your license and experience align with the petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find electrician jobs with H-2B sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find electrician roles with verified H-2B sponsorship history. Search by job title and filter for employers who have filed H-2B labor certifications before. Targeting employers with prior H-2B experience matters because the DOL certification process is complex and repeat sponsors already have systems in place to complete it correctly and on time.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect electrician job timing?
USCIS issues a maximum of 66,000 H-2B visas per fiscal year, split into 33,000 for workers starting between October 1 and March 31 and 33,000 for those starting between April 1 and September 30. Cap numbers fill quickly, so electricians targeting summer construction or resort seasons need employers to begin the DOL labor certification process by late fall to stay ahead of the cutoff.
Does my home country electrical license qualify me for H-2B electrician roles?
It depends on the employer and the work location. Many U.S. states require a state-issued journeyman or master electrician license to pull permits and supervise work. Some H-2B electrician roles involve labor-only tasks under a licensed U.S. foreman, which don't require your own local license. Confirm with the employer which duties the petition covers and whether your credentials satisfy their job requirements before they file.
Can an H-2B electrician switch employers during the visa period?
H-2B status is tied to the specific employer and job listed on the approved petition. If you want to work for a different employer, that new employer must file a separate H-2B petition and receive approval before you can start. Leaving your sponsoring employer and working for another without an approved petition would put your status out of compliance with USCIS requirements.