Equipment Service Technician Jobs for OPT Students
Equipment Service Technician jobs on OPT are common in manufacturing, medical device, and industrial equipment sectors. Employers in these fields regularly sponsor H-1B visas for technicians with hands-on diagnostic and repair skills. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you real runway to prove your value.
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This position offers a base hourly range of $23.72 - $43.14 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus bonus based on company performance.
One of the MANY work perkz at Sheetz is quarterly employee bonuses based on company performance! And there’s more – A LOT more… like competitive salaries, PTO and parental leave, 401k match and employee stock ownership, limitless professional development and growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, full medical, vision and dental coverage, and snack discounts!
Overview:
Maintain and repair all store equipment and execute all environmental compliance programs, complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks, and perform all assigned maintenance activities in order for the stores to continue providing total customer focus to our customers.
We are looking for dedicated & skilled individuals who have an excellent technical and mechanical knowledge of specific hardware and devices in order to keep our stores running 24/7, 365 days a year. With on-the-job training and specialized training centers you will become an authorized service provider for some of the biggest names in the HVAC and Restaurant Equipment industry, just to name a few:
- Lennox
- Bev-Air
- York
- Gilbarco Veeder-Root
- True
- Captive Air
- Hil Phoenix
- Lancer
- NCR
- Amana
- Bunn
We pride ourselves on providing one of the best benefit packages around, including:
- 3 weeks Paid Time Off (after first 30 days of employment)
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision
- Quarterly Bonus
- 401K & Employee Stock Ownership
- Uniform & Boot Allowance
- Company Provided Tools & Supplies
- Career Path and Promotions
Responsibilities:
- Maintain store equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, petroleum equipment and overall facility in good working order
- Troubleshoot, diagnose issues and make repairs to equipment according to established procedures to minimize parts usage.
- Complete scheduled and assigned preventative maintenance of all store equipment.
- Complete scheduled and assigned washing and cleaning of store’s windows.
- Communicate issues and provide feedback to the Facility Support Manager regarding maintenance issues, facility/equipment opportunities and outside service vendor performance.
- Utilize maintenance work order system to complete repair calls, close completed calls, enter resolutions for calls and update calls according to company policies and procedures. Complete assigned work by required deadline. Respond to high priority calls according to company guidelines.
- Maintain fully stocked inventory and be accountable for all aspects of assigned inventory; assist in monitoring and control of maintenance inventory. Requisition parts necessary to complete the job. Provide technical information to ordering team ensuring proper delivery and ordering of all non-stock parts.
- Attend and participate in all work related meetings, scheduled inventories and training classes. Maintain all certifications as required by manufacturers and local/state/federal law.
- Maintain company vehicle and adhere to all state/local/federal laws and company policies regarding operation and maintenance of company vehicle.
- All other tasks assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
(Equivalent combinations of education, licenses, certifications and/or experience may be considered)
Education
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Technical / Trade training / Sheetz training required
Experience
- No experience required with skilled trade or apprenticeship completion certificate
- Minimum 2-year hands-on training experience in HVAC, electrical, mechanical or a related trade required without a skilled trade or apprenticeship certificate required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Valid Driver’s license required
- Universal 608 EPA certification preferred or the successful obtainment in timeframe defined by management
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
- General Office Equipment
- Hand tools (hammer, measuring devices, wrench, level, etc.)
- Power Hand tools (saws, drill press, grinders, sanders, etc.)
- Pneumatic tools (compressor, nailer, stapler, jack hammer, etc.)
- Welding tools (torch, plasma cutter, welder, etc.)
- Landscaping tools (chain saw, leaf blower, weed eater, etc.)
- Motorized Equipment (generators, pressure washer, fork lift, etc.)
- HVAC gauges, specialized equipment
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Sheetz is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Sheetz is committed to considering all applicants regardless of disability who can perform all essential job duties with or without accommodations.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFO:
This position offers a base hourly range of $23.72 - $43.14 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus bonus based on company performance.
One of the MANY work perkz at Sheetz is quarterly employee bonuses based on company performance! And there’s more – A LOT more… like competitive salaries, PTO and parental leave, 401k match and employee stock ownership, limitless professional development and growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, full medical, vision and dental coverage, and snack discounts!
Overview:
Maintain and repair all store equipment and execute all environmental compliance programs, complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks, and perform all assigned maintenance activities in order for the stores to continue providing total customer focus to our customers.
We are looking for dedicated & skilled individuals who have an excellent technical and mechanical knowledge of specific hardware and devices in order to keep our stores running 24/7, 365 days a year. With on-the-job training and specialized training centers you will become an authorized service provider for some of the biggest names in the HVAC and Restaurant Equipment industry, just to name a few:
- Lennox
- Bev-Air
- York
- Gilbarco Veeder-Root
- True
- Captive Air
- Hil Phoenix
- Lancer
- NCR
- Amana
- Bunn
We pride ourselves on providing one of the best benefit packages around, including:
- 3 weeks Paid Time Off (after first 30 days of employment)
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision
- Quarterly Bonus
- 401K & Employee Stock Ownership
- Uniform & Boot Allowance
- Company Provided Tools & Supplies
- Career Path and Promotions
Responsibilities:
- Maintain store equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, petroleum equipment and overall facility in good working order
- Troubleshoot, diagnose issues and make repairs to equipment according to established procedures to minimize parts usage.
- Complete scheduled and assigned preventative maintenance of all store equipment.
- Complete scheduled and assigned washing and cleaning of store’s windows.
- Communicate issues and provide feedback to the Facility Support Manager regarding maintenance issues, facility/equipment opportunities and outside service vendor performance.
- Utilize maintenance work order system to complete repair calls, close completed calls, enter resolutions for calls and update calls according to company policies and procedures. Complete assigned work by required deadline. Respond to high priority calls according to company guidelines.
- Maintain fully stocked inventory and be accountable for all aspects of assigned inventory; assist in monitoring and control of maintenance inventory. Requisition parts necessary to complete the job. Provide technical information to ordering team ensuring proper delivery and ordering of all non-stock parts.
- Attend and participate in all work related meetings, scheduled inventories and training classes. Maintain all certifications as required by manufacturers and local/state/federal law.
- Maintain company vehicle and adhere to all state/local/federal laws and company policies regarding operation and maintenance of company vehicle.
- All other tasks assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS
(Equivalent combinations of education, licenses, certifications and/or experience may be considered)
Education
- High School Diploma/GED required
- Technical / Trade training / Sheetz training required
Experience
- No experience required with skilled trade or apprenticeship completion certificate
- Minimum 2-year hands-on training experience in HVAC, electrical, mechanical or a related trade required without a skilled trade or apprenticeship certificate required.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
- Valid Driver’s license required
- Universal 608 EPA certification preferred or the successful obtainment in timeframe defined by management
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
- General Office Equipment
- Hand tools (hammer, measuring devices, wrench, level, etc.)
- Power Hand tools (saws, drill press, grinders, sanders, etc.)
- Pneumatic tools (compressor, nailer, stapler, jack hammer, etc.)
- Welding tools (torch, plasma cutter, welder, etc.)
- Landscaping tools (chain saw, leaf blower, weed eater, etc.)
- Motorized Equipment (generators, pressure washer, fork lift, etc.)
- HVAC gauges, specialized equipment
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Sheetz is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Sheetz is committed to considering all applicants regardless of disability who can perform all essential job duties with or without accommodations.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Equipment Service Technician
Target industries with consistent sponsorship history
Medical device companies, semiconductor equipment manufacturers, and industrial automation firms sponsor technicians at far higher rates than general contractors. Focus your search on employers in these sectors, where specialized technical skills justify the sponsorship investment.
Apply for your STEM OPT extension early
If your degree is in engineering technology, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field, apply for the 24-month extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. This gives employers a longer runway and makes sponsorship conversations less urgent.
Get certified in employer-relevant equipment
OEM certifications from manufacturers like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Philips Healthcare signal you can service their specific equipment from day one. Employers weigh these credentials heavily when deciding whether a technician is worth sponsoring for H-1B.
Emphasize your diagnostic documentation skills
Employers sponsoring foreign nationals face scrutiny on job complexity. Highlight your ability to write service reports, troubleshoot systematically using technical manuals, and maintain compliance logs. This positions the role as skilled technical work, not general labor.
Bring up sponsorship after demonstrating field competence
Raise the H-1B conversation once you have at least one successful service call or repair project on record. Concrete performance evidence makes the sponsorship discussion about value delivered, not just a request you are making as a new hire.
Understand how your degree field maps to the job title
H-1B approval for Equipment Service Technician roles requires demonstrating the position is a specialty occupation. A degree in biomedical engineering, mechatronics, or electronics engineering technology strengthens that argument considerably over a general business or unrelated field.
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Can F-1 OPT students work as Equipment Service Technicians?
Yes, as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. An Equipment Service Technician role ties most naturally to degrees in biomedical engineering, electronics engineering technology, mechatronics, or industrial engineering. If your degree is in one of these fields, the role should qualify for OPT authorization. Confirm the connection with your DSO before starting work.
Does an Equipment Service Technician job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If your degree appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and your employer is E-Verify enrolled, you can apply for the 24-month extension. Degrees in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering technology, and mechatronics commonly support this extension for technician roles.
Do Equipment Service Technician employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship rates vary by industry. Medical device companies, semiconductor equipment firms, and defense contractors have the strongest track record of sponsoring technicians. Smaller regional service companies rarely sponsor. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have an active history of sponsoring OPT and H-1B workers in technical roles.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch 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 job must still be related to your degree field. There is no separate authorization required, but your employment must begin within the OPT validity dates on your EAD card.
Can I work on a contract or field service basis on OPT as an Equipment Service Technician?
Yes, OPT allows contract and temporary employment as long as each engagement is related to your degree field and you work at least 20 hours per week in aggregate. Self-employment is also permitted under specific conditions. Document every contract engagement carefully, as gaps or unrelated work can create compliance issues during STEM OPT extension review.
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