OPT Technical Representative Jobs
Technical Representative jobs on OPT sit at the intersection of product knowledge and customer success, making them a strong fit for STEM graduates in engineering, computer science, or applied sciences. Most roles qualify for the standard 12-month OPT period, and many fall under STEM OPT extension eligibility, giving you up to 36 months of authorized work.
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Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
$66,000.00-$90,800.00 Annual
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Technical Representative will be responsible for working with Sales Representatives to grow guarantee and product sales by providing installation training, job support services and inspections.
The territory that this person will cover is North Georgia and Southern TN. The ideal candidate will live near the north side of Atlanta, GA.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Performs inspections of field applications by Johns Manville approved contractors in a way that protects JM yet encourages contractors to repurchase from JM
- Demonstrates new products to owners, specifiers and contractors that have the confidence to buy
- Responsible for improving JM owner relationships while solving guarantee claims issues
- Conducts training seminars for owners, specifiers and contractors
- Maintains and builds relationships with Johns Manville approved contractors field personnel
- May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of roofing related experience.
- Low slope commercial roofing experience preferred.
- Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Experience giving presentations
- Proven problem resolution skills
- Ability to learn other applicable software applications i.e., Guarantee Management System
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Proven ability to negotiate
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
- Heavy car travel within the territory is required, with 3-5 overnight stays per month on average
- Primary work environment is typically in the field at a customer's facility or on a job site; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
- Must be able to drive a vehicle and carry a valid driver's license
- May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Who We Are
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
$66,000.00-$90,800.00 Annual
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Technical Representative will be responsible for working with Sales Representatives to grow guarantee and product sales by providing installation training, job support services and inspections.
The territory that this person will cover is North Georgia and Southern TN. The ideal candidate will live near the north side of Atlanta, GA.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Performs inspections of field applications by Johns Manville approved contractors in a way that protects JM yet encourages contractors to repurchase from JM
- Demonstrates new products to owners, specifiers and contractors that have the confidence to buy
- Responsible for improving JM owner relationships while solving guarantee claims issues
- Conducts training seminars for owners, specifiers and contractors
- Maintains and builds relationships with Johns Manville approved contractors field personnel
- May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or 3 years of roofing related experience.
- Low slope commercial roofing experience preferred.
- Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Experience giving presentations
- Proven problem resolution skills
- Ability to learn other applicable software applications i.e., Guarantee Management System
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Proven ability to negotiate
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
- Heavy car travel within the territory is required, with 3-5 overnight stays per month on average
- Primary work environment is typically in the field at a customer's facility or on a job site; may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust mist gas fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
- Must be able to drive a vehicle and carry a valid driver's license
- May be required to lift, carry, push or pull up to and including 25 pounds
Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Technical Representative
Confirm STEM OPT eligibility before applying
Technical Representative roles tied to engineering or applied sciences programs often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your degree CIP code against the STEM OPT designated degree list before targeting roles, so you know exactly how much authorized work time you have.
Highlight technical depth, not just communication skills
Employers hiring Technical Representatives want candidates who can translate complex product specs into client solutions. Lead with your domain expertise, specific tools you've used, and any hands-on lab or project experience. Generic customer-facing skills alone won't differentiate you from non-OPT candidates.
Target companies with established OPT hiring infrastructure
Larger manufacturers, enterprise software firms, and industrial equipment companies regularly hire on OPT and understand E-Verify requirements. Smaller companies may be willing but unprepared. Focus early outreach on employers who have filed I-983 training plans before, which signals experience with STEM OPT specifically.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Technical Representative roles often involve onboarding and product training periods before you're client-facing. Hiring managers factor this in. Starting your job search at least 90 days before your OPT authorization begins gives employers comfortable lead time to extend an offer without rushing.
Frame your international background as a client asset
Many companies selling technical products into global markets or to multinational clients actively value multilingual reps with cross-cultural fluency. If you speak additional languages or have experience in international markets, position that directly in your cover letter as a business development advantage.
Ask about the I-983 training plan during interviews
For STEM OPT, your employer must sign a Form I-983 training plan outlining your learning objectives and supervision structure. Asking about this during the offer stage signals that you understand the process and reduces friction for HR, making you a lower-risk hire than a candidate who raises it last minute.
Technical Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Technical Representative jobs typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your degree. If your bachelor's or master's is in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related applied science, your role likely qualifies. The job itself must also be directly related to your field of study. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM designated degree list to confirm eligibility before applying.
How can I find Technical Representative jobs that sponsor or accept OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship status, so you're not sifting through listings from employers who won't consider OPT candidates. Browse Technical Representative roles on Migrate Mate to find companies that have a track record of hiring international students and understand the E-Verify and I-983 requirements.
Can I work as a Technical Representative during the 60-day grace period between jobs?
No. The 60-day grace period after your previous OPT employment ends is for finding a new job, not for working. You cannot begin a new Technical Representative role until your new employer is reported to your DSO and your authorization is updated. Starting work before that point violates your F-1 status, regardless of whether your EAD card is still valid.
What does an employer need to do to hire me as a Technical Representative on OPT?
For standard OPT, your employer must participate in E-Verify and the role must be directly related to your field of study. For STEM OPT, they must also sign a Form I-983 training plan outlining your learning objectives, complete a formal performance evaluation at the midpoint, and report any material changes to your DSO within five business days.
Is a Technical Representative role considered practical training related to my degree?
USCIS evaluates this on a case-by-case basis based on your specific degree field. For engineering, applied physics, or computer science graduates, a Technical Representative role involving product troubleshooting, systems integration support, or client-side technical consulting typically qualifies. Roles that are primarily sales-focused with minimal technical application are less likely to satisfy the practical training requirement. Your DSO can help you assess the connection.