J-1 Visa Operations Technician Jobs
Operations Technician roles in the U.S. are accessible through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Designated sponsors issue your DS-2019 and oversee your training plan while you gain hands-on technical experience with a U.S. host employer.
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Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
Position Summary:
Cadwell Industries began with the design of the world’s first microprocessor-controlled EMG instrument, and now offers neurodiagnostic and electrodiagnostic (EDX) medical equipment, and supplies and accessories for EMG, EEG, IONM, and PSG. Cadwell is proud to design, source, manufacture and support our American-made neurodiagnostic solutions. Today, we employ more than 110 people at our Kennewick headquarters, who contribute to research, hardware and software design, assembly, marketing, distribution, sales support, and customer support. We also have a network of sales and support representatives in the USA, and a growing international team based in China, Singapore, and the Netherlands.
The Service Engineering Technician Intern supports the Technical Service Department through equipment repair, administrative support, and basic troubleshooting. Will work closely with technical and non-technical team members on a variety of tasks that facilitate development as an Electronics Engineer or related field.
The Intern position is a hands-on role. Regular tasks, assistance, projects, and special assignments may be part of your work experience.
Key Duties / Responsibilities:
- Test, troubleshoot, and repair various non-conforming electronic assemblies, devices, and components, completing work in a timely manner, with direction and support from the Service Department Lead
- Provide general support to the Service team with administrative and other tasks as assigned
- Maintain work area, tools, and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, and follow prescribed safety procedures and regulations
- Complete required documentation and paperwork
- Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned
Education / Experience:
- Current pursuit of Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electronics or related field required
- Relevant previous experience either in class lab environment, home hobby, or work environment required
Job Knowledge / Requirements:
- Basic electronics skills including: disassemble/reassemble basic hardware components; solder basic PCB components; and use of oscilloscope, power supply, and volt meter
- Basic understanding of PC hardware/software
- Reliably complete assigned tasks with limited supervision, and demonstrate learning and building on previous instruction and experiences
- Competency in computer skills: MS Office and Google applications, query tools, and database systems and applications
- Strong English written and oral communication skills required; including reading, explaining, documenting, and following instructions, forms, and processes, and participating in team/project discussions and presentations
- Complete work both independently and as an effective member of the team, adapting to changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities as needed
- Critical success criteria include attention to detail, organized approach to work, effective time management, problem solving, follow-through, and meeting quality and productivity standards
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
- Positions working with Cadwell equipment generally may require some reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, standing, walking, sitting, hearing, visual acuity, color vision, and 2-way written/verbal communication. More specific details may be provided as needed or requested.
- Use of computer and various hand and electronic tools
Cadwell Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources Department at careers@cadwell.com.
Salary Range
- $20—$21 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Operations Technician
Frame your training plan around technical skill gaps
Designated sponsors approve DS-2019 forms only when your training plan demonstrates specific skills you can't acquire at home. Document the equipment, processes, or systems you'll learn so the plan reads as structured development, not routine employment.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility early
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past year or have five years of relevant work experience, apply under Trainee. Mixing these up delays sponsor approval and can void your DS-2019.
Target host employers in regulated industrial sectors
Operations Technician roles at utilities, chemical plants, and manufacturing facilities often require formal training documentation anyway, making J-1 visa Trainee structures a natural fit. Facilities already running apprenticeship or co-op programs are more likely to understand host-employer obligations.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-aligned technician roles
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers posting Operations Technician positions that align with J-1 program structures. Filtering by role and industry lets you identify host employers before approaching a designated sponsor for DS-2019 issuance.
Verify your home country's two-year residency requirement status
Some nationalities and certain J-1 Trainee positions trigger a two-year home residency requirement before you can change to H-1B visa or green card status. Check your DS-2019 and passport country against the State Department's exchange visitor skills list before accepting any offer.
Confirm the host employer meets DOL work-site obligations
The host employer must provide workers' compensation coverage, maintain a safe work environment, and not use you to displace a U.S. worker. Ask the employer to confirm these obligations in writing before your designated sponsor finalizes the training plan agreement.
Operations Technician J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Operations Technician role?
Most Operations Technician placements fall under the J-1 Trainee category if you've completed your degree or have at least five years of relevant field experience. Current university or vocational students can qualify under the Intern category instead. The Trainee category is more common for this role because practical, post-degree technical development is the core purpose of the placement.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa as an Operations Technician?
A U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, issues your DS-2019 form and serves as your official J-1 sponsor. Your host employer, the company where you perform operations work, is not the visa sponsor. The designated sponsor monitors your training plan compliance and remains your point of contact with the State Department throughout the program.
Can my J-1 Trainee placement lead to permanent employment in the U.S.?
Not directly. The J-1 Trainee category is designed for temporary skill development, and using it as a hiring pipeline is prohibited. If a two-year home residency requirement applies to you, you must return home before switching to an H-1B or immigrant visa. Confirm your residency requirement status on your DS-2019 before making any long-term plans with a host employer.
How do I find U.S. employers open to hosting a J-1 Operations Technician?
Migrate Mate lets you search for Operations Technician roles posted by U.S. employers whose hiring patterns align with J-1 program structures. Identifying a willing host employer first is the practical starting point, because a designated sponsor needs a confirmed host placement before issuing your DS-2019 and finalizing your training plan.
What documentation does my host employer need to support my J-1 training plan?
Your host employer typically provides a detailed Training or Internship Placement Plan, known as a DS-7002 form, outlining the phases of your technical training, supervision arrangements, and the specific operational skills you'll develop. The designated sponsor reviews and countersigns this form. Employers in manufacturing or industrial operations should document equipment certifications, safety protocols, and shift structures specific to the role.