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Control Electrician positions in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. Designated sponsor organizations issue your DS-2019 and oversee your training plan while your U.S. host employer directs the day-to-day work.
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Get Access To All JobsMUST BE ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY, IN THE LAST 180 DAYS OF SERVICE, TO QUALIFY.
About us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. Oncor proudly recruits veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. From distribution and transmission operations personnel to technology and other support functions, the knowledge, expertise, and selfless teamwork of veterans prove valuable to our operations that keep the lights on for more than 13 million Texans. Oncor is proud to partner with the Military Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program and offer a diverse selection of challenging, rewarding INTERNSHIPS that are vital to our operations and make a real difference in the communities we serve. Interns will obtain real-world training, work experience, and electric utility industry knowledge in multiple functional areas within our organization.
Key Roles And Responsibilities
Directly or through others, the incumbent:
- Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, synchronous condensers, transformers, air/load break switches, switchboards, foundations, structures, buses, controls, conduit systems, switchgear and other electrical and electronic equipment.
- Analyze and correct malfunctions of all types of electrical and electronic equipment.
- Perform work near or on energized equipment using live line tools, rubber gloves, or approved bare hand techniques.
- Operate and maintain various types of line switches. May perform switching and tagging orders to clear equipment for Transmission Grid Controllers.
- Direct the work of others in accordance with the Oncor safety handbook.
- Develop written procedures for use by other craft employees to help ensure that construction and maintenance activities are conducted safely without unnecessary system exposure, customer or facility interruption.
- Maintain a knowledge growth and skills development mindset in an effort to continually improve individual and team performance.
- Assist in the training of new employees and reinforces strong work practices with veteran employees.
- Adhere to corporate core values.
- Build and sustain relationships with other employees to nurture a strong work environment.
- Maintain a high level of quality control to exhibit excellent workmanship.
- Plan work in an efficient and economical manner to support district budget expectations.
- Prepare and process documents to maintain equipment records and database information.
- Operate machinery and maintains license and/or certifications where necessary.
- Diversity by learning the bulk power system within the district and may patrol/repair lines, particularly in storm situations.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Candidates with electrical/electronics related experience are preferred. Coursework in electrical and electronics related fields and math are a plus. Personal computer skills are a plus.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license (Class A license with a CDL endorsement preferred).
- 4 or more years of experience in electrical wiring. Associates in Electronics/Electrical Power preferred.
MUST BE ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY, IN THE LAST 180 DAYS OF SERVICE, TO QUALIFY.
About us
Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas. Oncor proudly recruits veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. From distribution and transmission operations personnel to technology and other support functions, the knowledge, expertise, and selfless teamwork of veterans prove valuable to our operations that keep the lights on for more than 13 million Texans. Oncor is proud to partner with the Military Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge program and offer a diverse selection of challenging, rewarding INTERNSHIPS that are vital to our operations and make a real difference in the communities we serve. Interns will obtain real-world training, work experience, and electric utility industry knowledge in multiple functional areas within our organization.
Key Roles And Responsibilities
Directly or through others, the incumbent:
- Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, synchronous condensers, transformers, air/load break switches, switchboards, foundations, structures, buses, controls, conduit systems, switchgear and other electrical and electronic equipment.
- Analyze and correct malfunctions of all types of electrical and electronic equipment.
- Perform work near or on energized equipment using live line tools, rubber gloves, or approved bare hand techniques.
- Operate and maintain various types of line switches. May perform switching and tagging orders to clear equipment for Transmission Grid Controllers.
- Direct the work of others in accordance with the Oncor safety handbook.
- Develop written procedures for use by other craft employees to help ensure that construction and maintenance activities are conducted safely without unnecessary system exposure, customer or facility interruption.
- Maintain a knowledge growth and skills development mindset in an effort to continually improve individual and team performance.
- Assist in the training of new employees and reinforces strong work practices with veteran employees.
- Adhere to corporate core values.
- Build and sustain relationships with other employees to nurture a strong work environment.
- Maintain a high level of quality control to exhibit excellent workmanship.
- Plan work in an efficient and economical manner to support district budget expectations.
- Prepare and process documents to maintain equipment records and database information.
- Operate machinery and maintains license and/or certifications where necessary.
- Diversity by learning the bulk power system within the district and may patrol/repair lines, particularly in storm situations.
Education, Experience & Skills
- Candidates with electrical/electronics related experience are preferred. Coursework in electrical and electronics related fields and math are a plus. Personal computer skills are a plus.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license (Class A license with a CDL endorsement preferred).
- 4 or more years of experience in electrical wiring. Associates in Electronics/Electrical Power preferred.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Control Electrician
Document your electrical credentials before applying
Gather certified translations of your trade licenses, electrical certifications, and transcripts before approaching host employers. Designated sponsors need these to verify your background matches the Trainee or Intern category's educational and experience requirements.
Build a training plan around control systems tasks
Sponsors require a detailed training plan listing specific skills you'll develop, such as PLC programming, motor control wiring, or SCADA integration. A vague plan is the most common reason sponsors delay issuing a DS-2019 for technical trade roles.
Target host employers with structured apprenticeship programs
Manufacturing plants, automation integrators, and industrial contractors that already run apprenticeship or internship programs are far more familiar with hosting J-1 trainees than general electrical contractors. Search by industry segment, not just job title.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned Control Electrician roles
Filter roles by host employer type and visa compatibility on Migrate Mate to surface positions where the employer has hosted J-1 exchange visitors before, reducing the back-and-forth around what a training program entails.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement early
Control Electrician Trainees sponsored by certain government-funded programs may be subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA 212(e). Confirm your J-1 category and funding source with your sponsor before signing an offer letter.
Confirm your host employer's legal authorization status
Your host employer must be enrolled in E-Verify if your training overlaps with any federally funded site work. Ask HR to confirm E-Verify enrollment before your sponsor finalizes the DS-2019, since compliance gaps can delay your start date.
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Find Control Electrician JobsControl Electrician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Control Electrician role?
Most Control Electrician placements fall under the Trainee category, which covers professionals who have a degree or at least five years of relevant work experience in electrical or industrial automation fields. If you're still enrolled in a vocational or technical program, the Intern category may apply instead. The designated sponsor, not the host employer, makes the final determination based on your credentials and the training plan.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as a Control Electrician?
Your visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not your host employer. The sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. The electrical contractor or manufacturer where you work is your host employer and directs your daily tasks, but has no authority over visa issuance.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 Control Electrician trainees?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Control Electrician roles filtered by employers who have previously hosted J-1 exchange visitors, which shortens the education process significantly. Industrial automation firms, utilities, and advanced manufacturing plants are the most common host employer types because they typically have structured training frameworks already in place that align with sponsor requirements.
What goes into a Control Electrician J-1 training plan?
A valid training plan must specify the skills you'll gain at each stage of placement, such as reading control schematics, configuring PLCs, or commissioning variable frequency drives. It must also list supervision methods, a weekly schedule of training activities, and measurable learning objectives. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy sponsor requirements. Your host employer and designated sponsor review and co-sign the plan before your DS-2019 is issued.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to Control Electricians on J-1 visas?
It depends on your country of nationality, your field of expertise, and whether your J-1 program receives U.S. government or home-country government funding. Electrical and industrial trades are not automatically subject to the two-year rule, but placements funded by certain government exchanges may trigger it. Your designated sponsor is required to advise you on this before issuing the DS-2019, so raise the question directly with them during intake.
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