J-1 Visa Maintenance Supervisor Jobs
Maintenance Supervisor roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Specialist program category. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 once a host employer commits to a structured training plan aligned with facilities or operations management.
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Location: OLIVE BRANCH USX TERMINAL
Job Type: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
Compensation Range: $27,700 - $41,500
Who We Are:
TOTAL Transportation is dedicated to the profitable delivery of each of our customer's shipments safely, on-time, and claim-free. Our commitment to consistently providing superior service is what makes TOTAL Transportation of Mississippi the best trucking company for all your U.S. transportation needs. We strive daily to provide the service our customers expect and deserve. Safety, security and service will prevail above all else. Each and every employee of Total Transportation of Mississippi is now and always will be dedicated to these principles.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
- Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
- Check vehicle fluids; transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.
- Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (pm’s) as outlined in TTMS pm guideline’s
- Change vehicle tires
- Grease mechanical parts
- Maintain a high productivity level and complete most jobs within or close to SRT times.
- Maintain proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Ability to work on a TTMS site or TTMS customer location site while performing the essential functions of this position.
- Other duties as assigned by management
What We’re Looking For:
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Skills/Certifications
- EPA 609 Certification for Motor Vehicles
- Computer experience preferred
- General mechanical aptitude
- Informal or formal experience working on vehicles
- Desire to learn tractor and trailer maintenance
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to read and write
- Must provide own tools that is adequate to perform job functions.
- O.T and Brake certification required to perform pm’s and brake work
Why Total?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Normal office settings
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Total is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
Maintenance Intern
Location: OLIVE BRANCH USX TERMINAL
Job Type: Monday-Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
Compensation Range: $27,700 - $41,500
Who We Are:
TOTAL Transportation is dedicated to the profitable delivery of each of our customer's shipments safely, on-time, and claim-free. Our commitment to consistently providing superior service is what makes TOTAL Transportation of Mississippi the best trucking company for all your U.S. transportation needs. We strive daily to provide the service our customers expect and deserve. Safety, security and service will prevail above all else. Each and every employee of Total Transportation of Mississippi is now and always will be dedicated to these principles.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
- Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
- Check vehicle fluids; transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.
- Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (pm’s) as outlined in TTMS pm guideline’s
- Change vehicle tires
- Grease mechanical parts
- Maintain a high productivity level and complete most jobs within or close to SRT times.
- Maintain proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
- Ability to work on a TTMS site or TTMS customer location site while performing the essential functions of this position.
- Other duties as assigned by management
What We’re Looking For:
Education
- High school diploma or GED preferred
Skills/Certifications
- EPA 609 Certification for Motor Vehicles
- Computer experience preferred
- General mechanical aptitude
- Informal or formal experience working on vehicles
- Desire to learn tractor and trailer maintenance
- Valid driver’s license required
- Ability to read and write
- Must provide own tools that is adequate to perform job functions.
- O.T and Brake certification required to perform pm’s and brake work
Why Total?
Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Basic/Supplemental Life
- Accidental Death/Dismemberment
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short Term Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Normal office settings
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Total is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Maintenance Supervisor
Document your supervisory credentials precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your existing skills to U.S. facilities management standards. Gather performance reviews, trade certifications, and org charts that show you've directly supervised maintenance technicians, not just performed hands-on work.
Target host employers with structured training programs
Hotels, university facilities departments, and hospital systems regularly host J-1 visa Trainees because they already have formal onboarding frameworks. Search Migrate Mate to find Maintenance Supervisor roles at organizations with documented J-1 visa hosting history.
Verify your role qualifies under the Trainee category
The J-1 Trainee category requires at least one year of post-degree work experience or five years of field experience. A supervisory title alone won't satisfy this. Confirm your experience timeline before approaching any designated sponsor.
Anticipate the home residency requirement early
Some Maintenance Supervisor roles in government facilities or publicly funded institutions may trigger the two-year home residency requirement. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your host employer's funding sources affect your 212(e) status before accepting an offer.
Align your training plan with OFLC wage data
Your host employer must pay the prevailing wage for your supervisory classification. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm that your offered compensation meets DOL standards for a Maintenance Supervisor in the specific metropolitan area before your sponsor submits documentation.
Clarify the DS-2019 timeline with your designated sponsor
Processing time between host employer acceptance and DS-2019 issuance typically runs several weeks. Factor that into your start date negotiations, since you can't apply for a visa stamp or enter program status until the form is in hand.
Maintenance Supervisor J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Maintenance Supervisor roles?
Most Maintenance Supervisor positions fall under the J-1 Trainee category, which covers professionals with a degree plus at least one year of relevant experience, or five or more years of field experience without a degree. The Specialist category may apply if your expertise is highly specialized and recognized at a national or international level. Your designated sponsor determines the correct category based on your background and the host employer's training plan.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Maintenance Supervisor role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your employer. Organizations like Cultural Vistas or AIPT issue the DS-2019 form, approve the training plan, and maintain compliance oversight throughout your program. The hiring company is your host employer. They provide the position and the structured training environment, but they cannot issue J-1 documentation themselves.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting J-1 Maintenance Supervisors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify Maintenance Supervisor roles at employers with established J-1 hosting arrangements. Larger facilities operations teams, including those in hospitality, healthcare, and higher education, are more likely to have the internal structure needed to support a formal J-1 training plan. Focus your outreach on employers who already understand the host-sponsor relationship rather than those who would be encountering J-1 program requirements for the first time.
What does the training plan need to cover for a Maintenance Supervisor J-1 placement?
The training plan must outline the specific skills you'll develop in the U.S. that differ from your existing experience, tied to a phase-by-phase schedule. For a Maintenance Supervisor, this typically includes exposure to U.S. facilities compliance standards, preventive maintenance systems, and team leadership protocols specific to the host's industry. Your designated sponsor reviews and approves this plan before issuing your DS-2019, so vague or generic descriptions will delay the process.
Can the two-year home residency requirement affect a Maintenance Supervisor on J-1?
Yes, it can. The two-year home residency requirement under INA section 212(e) applies when your J-1 program is funded by your home government or the U.S. government, or when you come from a country on the Exchange Visitor Skills List. For Maintenance Supervisors hosted at government-affiliated facilities or publicly funded institutions, this is a real risk. Confirm your 212(e) status with your designated sponsor before accepting any offer, since it affects your ability to change to H-1B visa or apply for a green card without first obtaining a waiver.