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Planner jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship typically appear in construction, event production, and facilities management, where seasonal demand drives temporary hiring. Employers must file a temporary labor certification with the DOL before sponsoring you, and the 66,000-visa annual cap fills fast, so timing your job search early matters.
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Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.
At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.
We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.
PURPOSE
As a Construction Planner with Liberty you will be responsible for all steps of extending service to customers; including customer contact, contracts, easements, design, and construction coordination.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plan, design, and prepare work orders to ensure completion is consistent with customer needs, Company standards, all safety considerations, and applicable codes.
- Contribute to the team by assisting with identifying both internal and external customer needs and expectations that are consistent with Company goals and objectives.
- Arrange contracts and acquire Right of Way needed to provide service to the customer.
- Present a positive Company image by providing outstanding customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
- Coordinate with team members to keep jobs on schedule and exceed customer expectations.
- Assist other team members and departments with disaster recovery.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Electrical utility experience recommended
- Technical Degree or Engineering Degree
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) experience preferred
- Work Management System experience recommended
WHAT WE OFFER
As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one
- Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility
- Life insurance and short-term & long-term disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account
- 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days
- Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs
- Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment
Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.
OUR MISSION
We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.
OUR VISION
We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
- Customer Centric
- Integrity
- Entrepreneurial
- Teamwork
- Owner mindset
- Outcome focused
- Continuous learning
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.
Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.
LOCATION
Joplin, MO, US, 64804
Nearest Major Market: Joplin
INTRODUCTION
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada.
At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together.
We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.
PURPOSE
As a Construction Planner with Liberty you will be responsible for all steps of extending service to customers; including customer contact, contracts, easements, design, and construction coordination.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Plan, design, and prepare work orders to ensure completion is consistent with customer needs, Company standards, all safety considerations, and applicable codes.
- Contribute to the team by assisting with identifying both internal and external customer needs and expectations that are consistent with Company goals and objectives.
- Arrange contracts and acquire Right of Way needed to provide service to the customer.
- Present a positive Company image by providing outstanding customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
- Coordinate with team members to keep jobs on schedule and exceed customer expectations.
- Assist other team members and departments with disaster recovery.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Electrical utility experience recommended
- Technical Degree or Engineering Degree
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) experience preferred
- Work Management System experience recommended
WHAT WE OFFER
As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience. You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage & a 401K plan with a 5% match, effective day one
- Annual bonus and merit increase eligibility
- Life insurance and short-term & long-term disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Free Employee Assistance Program & Headspace account
- 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick days, 12 paid company holidays, & 3 paid volunteer days
- Tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, & reimbursement for certification costs
- Reward & recognition programs, service awards, a great company culture, and a collaborative & flexible work environment
Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.
OUR MISSION
We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.
OUR VISION
We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
- Customer Centric
- Integrity
- Entrepreneurial
- Teamwork
- Owner mindset
- Outcome focused
- Continuous learning
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.
Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.
LOCATION
Joplin, MO, US, 64804
Nearest Major Market: Joplin
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Planner
Translate your planning credentials for U.S. employers
Pull your scheduling software certifications, project documentation samples, and any site coordination records into a single portfolio. U.S. H-2B visa employers evaluating planners want evidence of temporary-project scope management, not just job titles.
Search Migrate Mate for verified H-2B sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter Planner roles by employers with active H-2B labor certification history. That filing history confirms they've navigated the DOL process before, which reduces your risk of a sponsorship falling through at the last step.
Target industries with recurring seasonal planning demand
Construction, resort development, and large-scale event production file H-2B labor certifications on predictable seasonal cycles. Planner roles in these industries renew annually, so employers in these sectors are more likely to have an established sponsorship workflow already in place.
Check the prevailing wage before evaluating any offer
Your employer's H-2B labor certification must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific occupation and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know whether the proposed pay meets that legal floor.
Apply before the cap-half filing window opens in January
The H-2B cap splits into two halves: 33,000 for October through March, 33,000 for April through September. Your employer can't file until 90 days before your start date, so align your job search to have an offer in hand well before that window opens.
Confirm your role maps to an approved H-2B occupation
Not every planning title qualifies. Cross-reference your specific duties against the O*NET occupation profile for your role to confirm it aligns with a temporary, non-agricultural classification the DOL will certify under the H-2B program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Planner jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Planner roles where the employer already has H-2B labor certification history. Searching through a platform that surfaces verified sponsoring employers saves you from applying to companies that have never navigated the DOL temporary labor certification process, which is the step that most frequently delays or kills an H-2B placement.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect my chances as a Planner?
USCIS limits H-2B visas to 66,000 per fiscal year, split into two 33,000-visa halves by season. If your Planner role falls in a peak construction or event season, the relevant half-cap can fill within days of the filing window opening. Your employer needs to submit the DOL labor certification application at least 60 days before your intended start date, so coordinating that timeline is critical to securing one of the available slots.
Does a Planner role qualify for H-2B visa sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined. H-2B covers temporary, non-agricultural positions, and planning roles in construction, event production, or facilities management typically qualify when the work is project-based and time-limited. The employer must demonstrate a one-time, seasonal, peak-load, or intermittent need to the DOL. A general or permanent planning position without a defined seasonal workload is less likely to receive certification.
What does the employer have to do to sponsor a Planner on H-2B?
The employer files a job order with their State Workforce Agency, conducts a domestic recruitment effort to show no qualified U.S. workers are available, then applies for a temporary labor certification through the DOL's FLAG system. Once the DOL certifies the application, the employer files Form I-129 with USCIS on your behalf. The entire sequence typically takes 75 to 90 days before your start date, so employers who sponsor H-2B workers annually begin this process months in advance.