Boiler Mechanic Jobs for OPT Students
Boiler Mechanic jobs on OPT are available with mechanical contractors, facilities management firms, and industrial employers. Your F-1 OPT work authorization is employer-specific, so each position must relate directly to your degree field. STEM OPT extension applicants can work up to 36 months total with an approved I-983 training plan.
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Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America. JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. At Johnson Controls you’ll have the chance to work on light commercial and/or heavy commercial teams with the most advanced heavy commercial and cutting-edge industrial equipment. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.
How Will You Do It
We are looking for skilled HVAC Mechanics who have practical work experience in their trade, (HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting and/or mechanical equipment service industry). Mechanics must have practical working experience in light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment. May be required to satisfactorily pass an examination to identify special skills. Scope of work shall be limited to commercial HVACR service. Servicemen may partner with Journeymen in the repair of centrifugal, steam turbines, and open-drive screw chillers. Perform maintenance, repair and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems. We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety. We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard. Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service. Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities. Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
Required
What we look for
- Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
- Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for system troubleshooting, repair and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
- Minimum of Three (3) years Commercial and/or industrial, mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry. This includes Rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, plumbing.
- Mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, etc. of pumps, fans, compressors.
- Able to use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
- Travel may be required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers activities, troubleshooting, installation and repair.
- You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
- Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
- You will work with other local market mechanics as well as Servicemen and apprentices.
- Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills. Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
- Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
- Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
- Prioritize safety in all forms.
- Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.
Pay Range: {$37.95} hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.
To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
What You Will Do
Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America. JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. At Johnson Controls you’ll have the chance to work on light commercial and/or heavy commercial teams with the most advanced heavy commercial and cutting-edge industrial equipment. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.
How Will You Do It
We are looking for skilled HVAC Mechanics who have practical work experience in their trade, (HVAC piping, plumbing, pipefitting and/or mechanical equipment service industry). Mechanics must have practical working experience in light commercial or commercial mechanical equipment. May be required to satisfactorily pass an examination to identify special skills. Scope of work shall be limited to commercial HVACR service. Servicemen may partner with Journeymen in the repair of centrifugal, steam turbines, and open-drive screw chillers. Perform maintenance, repair and replacement services on commercial heating and cooling systems. We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety. We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard. Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service. Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities. Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
Required
What we look for
- Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
- Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for system troubleshooting, repair and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
- Minimum of Three (3) years Commercial and/or industrial, mechanical troubleshooting experience in the HVAC industry. This includes Rooftop units, pumps, fans, towers, boilers, chillers, compressors, plumbing.
- Mechanical shaft alignment using dial indicators, etc. of pumps, fans, compressors.
- Able to use vibration equipment to troubleshoot drivelines.
- Travel may be required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers activities, troubleshooting, installation and repair.
- You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
- Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
- You will work with other local market mechanics as well as Servicemen and apprentices.
- Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills. Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
- Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
- Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
- Prioritize safety in all forms.
- Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.
Pay Range: {$37.95} hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply.
To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Boiler Mechanic
Match your degree to the role on paper
Boiler Mechanic positions must connect to your field of study for OPT to be valid. Frame applications around engineering, mechanical systems, or HVAC coursework. Be ready to explain the connection clearly to both employers and your DSO.
Target employers with existing OPT experience
Mechanical contractors and facilities management companies that have hired international students before understand OPT work authorization. They're less likely to confuse OPT with H-1B sponsorship, which removes a common barrier before the conversation even starts.
Secure your I-983 training plan early for STEM OPT
If your degree qualifies for the STEM OPT extension, work with your employer to complete the I-983 before your standard OPT expires. The training plan must outline specific learning goals tied to your boiler and mechanical systems work.
Highlight certifications alongside your degree credentials
OSHA 10, EPA 608, or boiler operator licenses strengthen your candidacy and signal hands-on competence to employers. Many mechanical contracting firms prioritize certified candidates, which helps you stand out regardless of your immigration status.
Apply to union-affiliated employers cautiously
Some union environments have specific hiring rules that can complicate OPT placements. Research whether a mechanical contractor operates under a collective bargaining agreement and confirm with your DSO that the employment structure is compatible with your authorization.
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Can I work as a Boiler Mechanic on F-1 OPT?
Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. A Boiler Mechanic position tied to a mechanical engineering, HVAC, or industrial technology degree satisfies the OPT work authorization requirement. Your DSO can confirm the connection is documented correctly before you accept an offer.
Where can I find Boiler Mechanic jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Boiler Mechanic and mechanical systems jobs from employers open to hiring F-1 OPT students. Filtering by OPT authorization saves time and removes the guesswork of approaching employers who won't consider candidates without permanent work authorization.
Does a Boiler Mechanic role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as mechanical engineering or engineering technology, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your field.
Do Boiler Mechanic employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Mechanical contracting and facilities management firms are less consistent H-1B sponsors than large technology or consulting companies. Some larger industrial employers and engineering firms do file H-1B petitions, but it varies significantly by company size and HR sophistication. Asking about long-term sponsorship willingness during the interview process helps you assess fit early.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I change Boiler Mechanic employers?
You can change employers on OPT, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. The new position must still relate to your degree field. There is no gap allowance beyond the standard 90-day unemployment limit, so avoid extended breaks between jobs.
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