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Assistant Director roles in higher education, film, and nonprofit sectors qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's management consultant or other applicable professional categories. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with an employer offer letter. Mexican citizens require a TN visa stamp from a U.S. consulate before starting work.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Framingham, MA
Category: Staff
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed May 27 2026
Job Description:
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Assistant Director Second Class Power Plant Engineer operates, maintains and/or repairs high pressure boilers and auxiliary machinery and equipment; cleans machinery and equipment; responds to emergencies or equipment breakdowns; maintains adequate supply of fuel; and performs related work as required.
The basic purpose of this work is to ensure that assigned power plant facility is operated and maintained safely and efficiently.
Please review the Power Plant Engineer Series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under general supervision of the Director of Boiler Plant and Utility Operations, or designee.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
This position may exercise direct supervision (i.e., not through an intermediate supervisor) over, assign work to and review the performance of 1 - 5 personnel; indirect supervision (i.e., through an intermediate supervisor) over 6 - 15 personnel; and functional supervision (i.e., over certain functions, but not over all daily work activities, or over all daily work activities on a temporary basis) over 6 - 15 personnel.
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Checks, inspects and monitors various types of machinery, equipment and systems such as steam traps, heat control panels, safety valves and gauges, high and low water converters and/or steam reducing stations, gas systems, fire alarms, fire sprinklers and fire hydrant systems, standpipes, hot water preheat or oil jackets; various types of generators such as diesel, steam and turbine; various types of pumps and water pumping stations; pneumatic temperature and pressure control systems; electrical systems; steam and water lines and systems; refrigeration systems; air conditioning and ventilating systems; and motor bearings, boiler fires, air compressors, smoke stack emissions, coiling oil tanks and chemical tank levels, etc., to ensure that assigned plant facility is operated in a safe, efficient and pollution-free manner.
- Operates machinery and equipment such as chillers, boilers, generators, pumps and valves to ensure the provision of power.
- Repairs, overhauls and maintains machinery and equipment by replacing turbines, boilers, burners, motors, pumps and compressors; by using metal laths, electric hacksaws, pipe threaders and other machine shop equipment; by turning over auxiliary equipment as needed; by repairing and overhauling pipes, valves, gauges, etc.; by cleaning or replacing filters; by lubricating equipment; and by making minor electrical or plumbing repairs to keep equipment operating efficiently and to prevent breakdowns.
- Cleans and maintains work areas and plant machinery and equipment, such as suction and discharge oil strainers, burners, boilers and pumps to ensure the safety and efficiency of plant operations.
- Responds to emergencies and breakdowns by evaluating equipment or system problems; by identifying problems with systems covered under service contract and informing the appropriate contractor; by determining that repairs are necessary and taking corrective action; by deciding when to shut down equipment or systems; by transferring from automatic to manual operation; and by operating the power plant by total steam when other systems fail to ensure uninterrupted service.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work under exposure to the hazards of gases or noxious fumes, high pressure boilers, steamlines, caustic or inflammatory chemicals and high voltage; are exposed to intense heat and excessive noise; lift heavy objects; work varies shifts, weekends, holidays and nights; are subject to standby (on-call) work status; may work under exposure to the harmful effects of coal dust, asbestos or inadequate ventilation; and may work in a penal institution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of the principles of operation of industrial type heating systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of industrial type heating systems.
- Knowledge of the principles of pneumatics as applied to heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of pneumatic controls used in power plant operations.
- Knowledge of calibration and/or adjustment techniques as applied to pneumatic control systems.
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical practice.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment used in a power plant such as manometers, voltmeters, anemometers, tachometers, etc.
- Possession of a Second Class or higher Stationary Engineer's license based on the standards established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit with a union title of Second Class Power Plant Engineer. This is grade 19, step 12. This is a base annual salary of $94,148.60.
Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.
Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
Location: Framingham, MA
Category: Staff
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Wed May 27 2026
Job Description:
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Assistant Director Second Class Power Plant Engineer operates, maintains and/or repairs high pressure boilers and auxiliary machinery and equipment; cleans machinery and equipment; responds to emergencies or equipment breakdowns; maintains adequate supply of fuel; and performs related work as required.
The basic purpose of this work is to ensure that assigned power plant facility is operated and maintained safely and efficiently.
Please review the Power Plant Engineer Series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Under general supervision of the Director of Boiler Plant and Utility Operations, or designee.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
This position may exercise direct supervision (i.e., not through an intermediate supervisor) over, assign work to and review the performance of 1 - 5 personnel; indirect supervision (i.e., through an intermediate supervisor) over 6 - 15 personnel; and functional supervision (i.e., over certain functions, but not over all daily work activities, or over all daily work activities on a temporary basis) over 6 - 15 personnel.
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Checks, inspects and monitors various types of machinery, equipment and systems such as steam traps, heat control panels, safety valves and gauges, high and low water converters and/or steam reducing stations, gas systems, fire alarms, fire sprinklers and fire hydrant systems, standpipes, hot water preheat or oil jackets; various types of generators such as diesel, steam and turbine; various types of pumps and water pumping stations; pneumatic temperature and pressure control systems; electrical systems; steam and water lines and systems; refrigeration systems; air conditioning and ventilating systems; and motor bearings, boiler fires, air compressors, smoke stack emissions, coiling oil tanks and chemical tank levels, etc., to ensure that assigned plant facility is operated in a safe, efficient and pollution-free manner.
- Operates machinery and equipment such as chillers, boilers, generators, pumps and valves to ensure the provision of power.
- Repairs, overhauls and maintains machinery and equipment by replacing turbines, boilers, burners, motors, pumps and compressors; by using metal laths, electric hacksaws, pipe threaders and other machine shop equipment; by turning over auxiliary equipment as needed; by repairing and overhauling pipes, valves, gauges, etc.; by cleaning or replacing filters; by lubricating equipment; and by making minor electrical or plumbing repairs to keep equipment operating efficiently and to prevent breakdowns.
- Cleans and maintains work areas and plant machinery and equipment, such as suction and discharge oil strainers, burners, boilers and pumps to ensure the safety and efficiency of plant operations.
- Responds to emergencies and breakdowns by evaluating equipment or system problems; by identifying problems with systems covered under service contract and informing the appropriate contractor; by determining that repairs are necessary and taking corrective action; by deciding when to shut down equipment or systems; by transferring from automatic to manual operation; and by operating the power plant by total steam when other systems fail to ensure uninterrupted service.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work under exposure to the hazards of gases or noxious fumes, high pressure boilers, steamlines, caustic or inflammatory chemicals and high voltage; are exposed to intense heat and excessive noise; lift heavy objects; work varies shifts, weekends, holidays and nights; are subject to standby (on-call) work status; may work under exposure to the harmful effects of coal dust, asbestos or inadequate ventilation; and may work in a penal institution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of the principles of operation of industrial type heating systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of industrial type heating systems.
- Knowledge of the principles of pneumatics as applied to heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of pneumatic controls used in power plant operations.
- Knowledge of calibration and/or adjustment techniques as applied to pneumatic control systems.
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrical practice.
- Knowledge of the types and uses of precision measuring equipment used in a power plant such as manometers, voltmeters, anemometers, tachometers, etc.
- Possession of a Second Class or higher Stationary Engineer's license based on the standards established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Safety and pursuant to Chapter 146 of the Massachusetts General Laws.
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit with a union title of Second Class Power Plant Engineer. This is grade 19, step 12. This is a base annual salary of $94,148.60.
Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.
Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Director
Verify your role qualifies under USMCA
Assistant Director spans industries, and TN visa eligibility depends on how the employer defines the role. Confirm the job duties align with a recognized USMCA professional category before accepting an offer or asking HR to begin sponsorship.
Build a degree-to-duties evidence file
TN officers assess whether your academic credentials directly support the specific duties listed in your offer letter. Prepare transcripts, degree certificates, and a credential summary that maps your education to the Assistant Director responsibilities your employer will describe.
Target employers with established HR departments
Universities, film studios, and national nonprofits process TN sponsorship routinely and have HR teams familiar with the required support letter format. Smaller organizations may need guidance preparing the documentation USCIS expects.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for Assistant Director jobs wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate filters roles to show positions where employers have active TN and work visa sponsorship history, so you apply where your status is already understood.
Get your offer letter detailed and specific
CBP officers for Canadians and consular officers for Mexicans both scrutinize the offer letter. It must state your title, duties, wage, and how the role meets the professional category standard. Vague letters are the leading cause of TN delays at the border or consulate.
Understand the Mexican TN consular appointment process
Mexican citizens cannot self-petition at the border like Canadians. You'll schedule a nonimmigrant visa appointment at a U.S. consulate in Mexico, submit your DS-160, and attend an interview before receiving TN status to begin work.
Assistant Director TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Director role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the position is classified under USMCA. Assistant Director roles tied to academic programs, film production, or management-heavy nonprofit operations can qualify under applicable professional categories, but the job duties in the offer letter must clearly support that classification. Purely administrative or supervisory roles without a professional degree requirement may not qualify.
How does TN visa sponsorship for Assistant Directors compare to H-1B?
TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals. There is no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS adjudication wait. Canadians can receive TN status at a port of entry the same day their employer provides the correct documentation, whereas H-1B requires filing months in advance with no guaranteed selection.
What documentation does the sponsoring employer need to prepare?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that specifies your job title, a description of duties tied to a USMCA professional category, your start date, and confirmation that you hold the required credentials. USCIS or CBP will not accept a generic offer letter. Some employers also include an organizational chart showing how the Assistant Director role fits within the institution.
How can I find Assistant Director jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Most general job searches won't tell you whether an employer sponsors TN visas. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals and filters positions by visa sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on Assistant Director roles where employers already understand and support the TN process rather than spending time educating hiring managers from scratch.
Can I switch Assistant Director employers after receiving TN status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. If you change employers, your new employer must provide updated sponsorship documentation, and you'll need to obtain a new TN authorization before starting with them. Canadians can do this at a port of entry with the new offer letter. Mexican citizens will generally need to return to a U.S. consulate for a new TN visa stamp.