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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Sodexo has an opening for a General Manager in Raleigh, NC to lead a high performance team delivering operational excellence, strategic growth, and an exceptional customer experience.
The Executive Chef will drive cross functional collaboration, optimize processes, elevate culture, and ensure strong financial performance. Inspire innovation, develop talent, and champion a people first environment built to scale.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this leadership role, you will oversee daily food service operations, ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You’ll guide and develop your team while managing financial performance and building strong relationships with clients and customers to support sustained success.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
PAY RANGE: $81685 per year - $105710 per year
INCENTIVE ELIGIBILITY: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Lead dynamic teams to deliver outstanding food and nutrition services in diverse environments.
- Drive operational excellence while meeting financial goals and performance targets.
- Develop meaningful client and customer partnerships that enhance service quality and loyalty.
- Gain valuable experience managing large-scale, fast-paced food service operations.
- Influence team growth through coaching, engagement, and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborate across departments to innovate and improve service delivery.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on nutrition, customer care, and operational success.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proven experience in food service management or directorship, preferably in large or complex settings.
- Leadership skills with a track record of building positive team culture, employee retention, and staff development.
- Solid financial expertise, including budgeting, cost control, and performance analysis.
- Hands-on, results-oriented approach with the skillset to support and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and maintain strong client relationships.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Management Experience: 2-5 years
- Related Experience: 2-5 years
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
INTRODUCTION
Sodexo has an opening for a General Manager in Raleigh, NC to lead a high performance team delivering operational excellence, strategic growth, and an exceptional customer experience.
The Executive Chef will drive cross functional collaboration, optimize processes, elevate culture, and ensure strong financial performance. Inspire innovation, develop talent, and champion a people first environment built to scale.
ABOUT THE JOB
In this leadership role, you will oversee daily food service operations, ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You’ll guide and develop your team while managing financial performance and building strong relationships with clients and customers to support sustained success.
Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.
PAY RANGE: $81685 per year - $105710 per year
INCENTIVE ELIGIBILITY: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Lead dynamic teams to deliver outstanding food and nutrition services in diverse environments.
- Drive operational excellence while meeting financial goals and performance targets.
- Develop meaningful client and customer partnerships that enhance service quality and loyalty.
- Gain valuable experience managing large-scale, fast-paced food service operations.
- Influence team growth through coaching, engagement, and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborate across departments to innovate and improve service delivery.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on nutrition, customer care, and operational success.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Proven experience in food service management or directorship, preferably in large or complex settings.
- Leadership skills with a track record of building positive team culture, employee retention, and staff development.
- Solid financial expertise, including budgeting, cost control, and performance analysis.
- Hands-on, results-oriented approach with the skillset to support and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and maintain strong client relationships.
REQUIREMENTS
- Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Management Experience: 2-5 years
- Related Experience: 2-5 years
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
WHO WE ARE
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
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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.