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Installer jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are available across construction, flooring, HVAC, and solar industries, where U.S. employers hire seasonal foreign workers through DOL labor certification. The annual H-2B cap of 66,000 visas fills quickly, so timing your job search and employer outreach early in the fiscal year is critical.
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HVAC Sheet Metal Installer
Metro Detroit Area
Are you an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys working with both fabrication and refrigeration systems? We’re looking for a skilled HVAC Sheet Metal Installer / HVAC Refrigeration Technician to join our team and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems across multiple sites. If you take pride in precision work, enjoy hands-on installation, and have a strong understanding of HVAC refrigeration systems, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and dynamic team.
What You’ll Do
As an HVAC Sheet Metal Installer / HVAC Refrigeration Technician, you’ll work independently and with a team to ensure systems are installed correctly and operating efficiently. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Fabricating, assembling, and installing HVAC sheet metal ductwork and components
- Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings
- Performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment
- Installing and servicing equipment such as RTUs, split systems, walk-in coolers/freezers, air handlers, and exhaust systems
- Ensuring proper system airflow, duct sealing, and insulation installation
- Coordinating with team members and customers on project timelines and service needs
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Ensuring all work complies with local, state, and federal codes and company standards
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a well-rounded technician with strong installation skills and refrigeration knowledge.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in HVAC installation and/or refrigeration service
- Experience with sheet metal fabrication and duct installation
- EPA 608 Certification (preferred or required based on role)
- Knowledge of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Valid driver’s license
Physical & Schedule Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more regularly
- Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and in confined spaces
- Availability for occasional overtime or after-hours work as needed
Why Join Us?
We offer more than just a job—we offer stability, growth, and a strong team environment.
Benefits & Perks Include:
- Company vehicle, gas card, and iPad provided
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. If you’re a dedicated HVAC professional looking to make an impact and grow your career, we encourage you to apply today!
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Company Overview:
Continuum Services is a single-source provider with proven expertise, dependability, and scalability in four key areas: facility operations, exterior services, technical services, and environment services. Headquartered in a newly renovated office in Farmington Hills, Continuum is the go-to full-service solution for interior and exterior facility operations, maintenance, and repair. Facilities serviced by CONTINUUM have earned such prestigious accolades as the ENERGY STAR® for superior energy performance, BOMA’s Office Building of the Year® (TOBY) Award and CEL’s National Real Estate “A” List Award for Service Excellence. Helping employees develop and become highly skilled professionals who deliver best in class solutions to our clients is what we're all about - join us today!
INTRODUCTION
HVAC Sheet Metal Installer
Metro Detroit Area
Are you an experienced HVAC professional who enjoys working with both fabrication and refrigeration systems? We’re looking for a skilled HVAC Sheet Metal Installer / HVAC Refrigeration Technician to join our team and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems across multiple sites. If you take pride in precision work, enjoy hands-on installation, and have a strong understanding of HVAC refrigeration systems, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a supportive and dynamic team.
What You’ll Do
As an HVAC Sheet Metal Installer / HVAC Refrigeration Technician, you’ll work independently and with a team to ensure systems are installed correctly and operating efficiently. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Fabricating, assembling, and installing HVAC sheet metal ductwork and components
- Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings
- Performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration equipment
- Installing and servicing equipment such as RTUs, split systems, walk-in coolers/freezers, air handlers, and exhaust systems
- Ensuring proper system airflow, duct sealing, and insulation installation
- Coordinating with team members and customers on project timelines and service needs
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Ensuring all work complies with local, state, and federal codes and company standards
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a well-rounded technician with strong installation skills and refrigeration knowledge.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in HVAC installation and/or refrigeration service
- Experience with sheet metal fabrication and duct installation
- EPA 608 Certification (preferred or required based on role)
- Knowledge of commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
- Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with hand and power tools
- Valid driver’s license
Physical & Schedule Requirements
- Ability to lift 50 lbs or more regularly
- Comfortable working at heights, climbing ladders, and in confined spaces
- Availability for occasional overtime or after-hours work as needed
Why Join Us?
We offer more than just a job—we offer stability, growth, and a strong team environment.
Benefits & Perks Include:
- Company vehicle, gas card, and iPad provided
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Opportunities for training, certification, and career advancement
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. If you’re a dedicated HVAC professional looking to make an impact and grow your career, we encourage you to apply today!
ALLIND
Company Overview:
Continuum Services is a single-source provider with proven expertise, dependability, and scalability in four key areas: facility operations, exterior services, technical services, and environment services. Headquartered in a newly renovated office in Farmington Hills, Continuum is the go-to full-service solution for interior and exterior facility operations, maintenance, and repair. Facilities serviced by CONTINUUM have earned such prestigious accolades as the ENERGY STAR® for superior energy performance, BOMA’s Office Building of the Year® (TOBY) Award and CEL’s National Real Estate “A” List Award for Service Excellence. Helping employees develop and become highly skilled professionals who deliver best in class solutions to our clients is what we're all about - join us today!
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Document your installation specialization clearly
H-2B visa petitions require your employer to describe your duties precisely. Gather records that confirm your specialty, whether flooring, HVAC, solar panels, or windows, so your employer can distinguish your role from a general laborer on the I-129.
Target employers in cap-exempt industries first
Fish roe processing, certain forestry operations, and other sectors are exempt from the 66,000 annual H-2B cap. If your installer skills transfer to those environments, you bypass the cap crunch that blocks most applicants in peak hiring seasons.
Search for sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces installer roles where employers have active H-2B sponsorship history. Use it to focus your outreach on companies that have already cleared DOL labor certification rather than cold-contacting employers unfamiliar with the process.
Time your employer outreach around the April cap
The summer-season H-2B cap opens each April for start dates on or after April 1. Employers must file DOL prevailing wage requests months before that. Reach out to potential sponsors no later than November so they can begin the certification timeline.
Verify your wage expectations against OFLC data
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for installer occupations in the specific state where you'd work. Employers are legally required to pay at least that rate, and knowing it protects you from offers that wouldn't survive DOL scrutiny.
Confirm your job offer is tied to a single employer
H-2B status is employer-specific, meaning your visa is valid only for the petitioning company. Before accepting an offer, verify that the employer has or is actively pursuing DOL temporary labor certification, not just casually inquiring about hiring foreign workers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Installer jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Installer roles where employers offer H-2B visa sponsorship. The platform filters for positions tied to active sponsorship history, so you're not sorting through listings from employers who have never navigated the DOL labor certification process. Focus on employers in construction, HVAC, flooring, and solar installation, which are the industries that most frequently sponsor H-2B workers for installer roles.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my chances as an Installer applicant?
USCIS issues only 66,000 H-2B visas per fiscal year, split into 33,000 for the first half and 33,000 for the second half. The cap fills rapidly, sometimes within days of opening. Installer roles tied to summer construction seasons compete for the same pool. If the cap is reached before your employer files, USCIS uses a lottery. Starting the employer outreach and DOL prevailing wage process well before the cap opening improves your chances of being included in an early petition batch.
What qualifications do H-2B Installer employers typically require?
Most H-2B Installer petitions require demonstrated trade experience rather than formal credentials, though some specialties like HVAC or electrical installation require state licensing or certifications. Your employer must document to the DOL that the position is genuinely temporary and seasonal, lasting no more than three years cumulatively. Bring records of prior installation projects, equipment you've operated, and any trade certifications relevant to your specialty when discussing the job with a prospective sponsor.
Can I switch employers or move between installation jobs on H-2B status?
H-2B status is employer-specific, so you cannot work for a different company without your new employer filing a separate H-2B petition on your behalf. Switching mid-season is uncommon because the DOL labor certification process takes months. If your employer's project ends early, you have a short grace period before your status lapses. USCIS guidance should be reviewed to understand your options if your employment ends before your authorized period expires.