OPT General Maintenance Worker Jobs
General Maintenance Worker jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with hands-on technical training in facilities management, HVAC, electrical systems, or construction technology. Your OPT work authorization must directly relate to your degree field, so confirm your DSO approves the role before accepting an offer.
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Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions!
Victaulic has what you’re looking for – career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them.
About us:
Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 30 branches worldwide with 6,000 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 4,000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and firefighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property.
Job Details:
This position will be responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery and equipment under the direction of Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance staff.
Overtime: Employees must be willing to work daily and weekend overtime as business conditions require. Overtime will be paid for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in any one week.
Responsibilities: To include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Support daily production scheduled through the timely troubleshooting and repair of faulty equipment, both electrical and/or mechanical in nature.
- Work with maintenance and engineering teams to conduct root cause analysis of machine faults and maintenance repairs.
- Maintains effective lines of communication between manufacturing personnel, supervisory personnel, and management.
- Support the development, implementation, and enhancement of an effective preventative maintenance (PM) program to ensure consistent equipment performance.
- Perform routine PM activities.
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Interface with eMaint computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) system.
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Assist in maintaining spare part inventories, including cataloguing of components.
- Maintain and document repair history for use in trend analysis.
- Close work orders.
- Observe all safety practices while on the manufacturing floor and while running equipment.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times (ex. safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel toe shoes). Safety equipment is provided by the Company with exception of steel toe shoes, which must be provided by employee upon the first day of employment. New hires will be eligible for our safety shoe acquisition program which provides a discount for safety shoes purchased through our contracted distributor.
Key Core Competencies:
- Self-Motivated
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork/Cooperation
- Effective Communication and Listening Skills
- Accuracy and Follow Through
- Attention to Detail
Qualifications
- Current enrollment in 2 yr. Associates degree or technical school; or prior work experience in a technical field.
- Welding, machining, and fabrication experience a plus
- Familiarity with industrial vision systems a plus
- Experience in the maintenance of automated equipment and troubleshooting of pneumatics and industrial controls a plus
- Understanding of PM and TPM strategies and how they relate to the management of industrial automation a plus
Necessary Skills:
- Familiarity with MS Office applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel)
- Ability to communicate equipment issues to operations and manufacturing engineering staff in a clear and accurate manner.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance management.
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to talk and hear.
- The employee will regularly be required to lift up to 40 lbs.
- The employee will occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms and stand for extended periods of time.
- The employee will occasionally be required to ascend and descend ladders.
- The employee will work in shop which is not temperature controlled.
Why Victaulic?
- The Morning Calls Top Workplace
- Opportunity for growth and Innovation
- VPP World Class Safety Program
- Company Events
- Company Matched 401k Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
Benefits effective on first day of employment:
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Prescription
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K matching
- Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)
Job Description
Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions!
Victaulic has what you’re looking for – career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them.
About us:
Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 30 branches worldwide with 6,000 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 4,000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and firefighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property.
Job Details:
This position will be responsible for maintaining and repairing production machinery and equipment under the direction of Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance staff.
Overtime: Employees must be willing to work daily and weekend overtime as business conditions require. Overtime will be paid for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in any one week.
Responsibilities: To include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
- Support daily production scheduled through the timely troubleshooting and repair of faulty equipment, both electrical and/or mechanical in nature.
- Work with maintenance and engineering teams to conduct root cause analysis of machine faults and maintenance repairs.
- Maintains effective lines of communication between manufacturing personnel, supervisory personnel, and management.
- Support the development, implementation, and enhancement of an effective preventative maintenance (PM) program to ensure consistent equipment performance.
- Perform routine PM activities.
-
Interface with eMaint computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) system.
-
Assist in maintaining spare part inventories, including cataloguing of components.
- Maintain and document repair history for use in trend analysis.
- Close work orders.
- Observe all safety practices while on the manufacturing floor and while running equipment.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times (ex. safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel toe shoes). Safety equipment is provided by the Company with exception of steel toe shoes, which must be provided by employee upon the first day of employment. New hires will be eligible for our safety shoe acquisition program which provides a discount for safety shoes purchased through our contracted distributor.
Key Core Competencies:
- Self-Motivated
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork/Cooperation
- Effective Communication and Listening Skills
- Accuracy and Follow Through
- Attention to Detail
Qualifications
- Current enrollment in 2 yr. Associates degree or technical school; or prior work experience in a technical field.
- Welding, machining, and fabrication experience a plus
- Familiarity with industrial vision systems a plus
- Experience in the maintenance of automated equipment and troubleshooting of pneumatics and industrial controls a plus
- Understanding of PM and TPM strategies and how they relate to the management of industrial automation a plus
Necessary Skills:
- Familiarity with MS Office applications (Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel)
- Ability to communicate equipment issues to operations and manufacturing engineering staff in a clear and accurate manner.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance management.
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to talk and hear.
- The employee will regularly be required to lift up to 40 lbs.
- The employee will occasionally be required to reach with hands and arms and stand for extended periods of time.
- The employee will occasionally be required to ascend and descend ladders.
- The employee will work in shop which is not temperature controlled.
Why Victaulic?
- The Morning Calls Top Workplace
- Opportunity for growth and Innovation
- VPP World Class Safety Program
- Company Events
- Company Matched 401k Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
Benefits effective on first day of employment:
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Prescription
- Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K matching
- Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in General Maintenance Worker
Target employers with maintenance departments
Large property management companies, universities, hospitals, and manufacturing facilities hire maintenance staff in-house. These employers are more likely to understand work authorization requirements and have HR processes that accommodate OPT employees without issue.
Understand your OPT end date before negotiating
Most maintenance roles are full-time and long-term. Employers will ask how long you can work. Know your OPT expiration date and whether you qualify for a 24-month STEM extension before your first interview conversation about authorization.
Get your employment details in writing
Your employer must sign your I-983 if you are on STEM OPT. Confirm your job title, start date, and hours worked per week are documented clearly. Ambiguous offer letters create reporting problems with your DSO down the line.
Report employment changes to your DSO promptly
If your job title, employer, or work location changes, you must notify your DSO within ten days. Maintenance workers are sometimes reassigned across sites. Each change must be reported to keep your SEVIS record accurate and your status valid.
Ask directly about visa sponsorship timelines
If you need H-1B visa sponsorship after OPT, raise it early with the employer. Maintenance roles in specialty occupation classifications can qualify, but employers need lead time. Waiting until your OPT expires to ask leaves no time to act.
General Maintenance Worker OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a General Maintenance Worker job qualify for F-1 OPT?
It depends on your degree. If you studied facilities management, construction technology, mechanical engineering, or a related field, a General Maintenance Worker role can qualify as directly related employment. Your DSO makes the final determination. Roles involving general labor without a clear connection to your major may not be approvable.
Can General Maintenance Worker jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Potentially yes, if your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and the job involves applying STEM knowledge directly. Engineering technology and facilities-focused degrees often qualify. Your employer must also be E-Verify enrolled and willing to complete the training plan documentation required for STEM OPT extensions.
Where can I find General Maintenance Worker jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists maintenance and facilities roles from employers who are open to hiring candidates on OPT and other work visa types. Filtering by authorization type saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company will not sponsor or accommodate OPT students.
Do General Maintenance Worker employers typically understand OPT work authorization?
Familiarity varies widely. Large institutional employers like universities, hospitals, and corporate campuses tend to have HR teams experienced with work authorization. Smaller contractors and property management firms may not. It helps to briefly explain OPT in your cover letter and be prepared to walk the hiring manager through what authorization you hold and for how long.
How many hours per week can I work as a General Maintenance Worker on OPT?
During post-completion OPT, you must work at least 20 hours per week to maintain valid status. Full-time maintenance roles typically exceed that threshold easily. Part-time or seasonal positions that consistently fall below 20 hours per week put your OPT status at risk and should be avoided or supplemented with a second qualifying position.