Construction Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California
California's construction industry supports Green Card sponsorship across major infrastructure, commercial, and residential projects statewide. Large general contractors like Webcor Builders, Tutor Perini, and DPR Construction, along with public agencies managing expansion in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Jose, regularly hire internationally for roles that qualify under employment-based green card categories.
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ABOUT GREYSTAR
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350 billion of real estate in more than 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $34 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
This position performs technical and mechanical work that ensures the physical aspects of the buildings, grounds, amenities, and common areas of the property meet the Company’s standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall functionality.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Property Type: Lease-Up
Unit Count: 472
Schedule: Wednesday-Sunday; 9am-6pm subject to change depending on business needs.
Requirements: 1-2 years of previous property maintenance experience required. Lease-Up and Happy Co experience preferred.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Completes assigned work orders generated from resident requests for service, as well as preventative maintenance on the property by diagnosing the source or cause of the defect or problem, and making repairs in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety standards, and code requirements.
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Completes the “make-ready” process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move-ins by completing the pre-move-out inspection, creating a “punch” list of maintenance work needed, scheduling vendors and contractors as needed, obtaining needed supplies and materials, completing all maintenance tasks, and inspecting completed work.
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Follows procedures for accessing and obtaining materials, supplies, equipment, tools, and other items from the property’s maintenance department by tracking inventory used, returning unused items to the established location, and notifying the maintenance supervisor about re-ordering needs.
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Completes documentation and other paperwork in a timely, accurate, and complete fashion so that service requests can be appropriately documented and tracked.
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Assists in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash and debris, pressure-washing breezeways and pool areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and signage as needed.
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Supports cost-cutting and expense control programs by fixing rather than replacing parts when possible, not being wasteful with materials and supplies, and practicing the correct use for tools and equipment.
Other Responsibilities:
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Complies with Greystar’s safety and risk-management policies by attending and participating in the property’s routine safety meetings, completing required training on OSHA and other safety related laws and requirements, and by reporting accidents and incidents promptly and accurately.
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May periodically inspect work performed by contractors, vendors and other service providers to verify the work, materials and services meet quality standards, scope and specifications as required.
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Assists in conducting routine and periodic property inspections to identify safety and risk management concerns, keep the property in good repair, and communicate concerns about the physical needs of the property to management.
Physical Demands:
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Incumbents need to be able to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
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Incumbents must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet).
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Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty-five (25) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.
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Rare or regular travel may be required to assist other properties as needed, attend training classes, business meetings, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
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Incumbents must be able to work a flexible work schedule, which includes taking “call” during evenings, weekends and holidays.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
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Incumbents must have EPA certifications Type 1 and II or Universal for refrigerant recycling. (Applies to Certified Service Technicians.)
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Incumbents must have all certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions. (Applies to all Service Technicians.)
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Incumbents must have valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart on property depending on the property size, if applicable.
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hour. (San Diego, CA)
Additional Compensation:
Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.
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Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.
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Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
Robust Benefits Offered:
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Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage; costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service.
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Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
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For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
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6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
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401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
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Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
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Employee Assistance Program.
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Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
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Charitable giving program and benefits.
Benefits offered for full-time employees. For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.
Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Greystar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.
Green Card Construction Job Roles in California
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Search Construction Jobs in CaliforniaConstruction Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies sponsor Green Card visas in California?
Large general contractors and engineering firms operating in California, including Webcor Builders, DPR Construction, Tutor Perini, and Skanska USA, have historically filed employment-based Green Card petitions. Multinational engineering and construction firms with California offices, such as AECOM and Jacobs Engineering, also sponsor workers for permanent residence, particularly for specialized engineering and project management roles. Sponsorship decisions depend on individual hiring needs and are not guaranteed.
Which cities in California have the most construction Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area generate the highest volume of construction Green Card sponsorship activity, driven by large-scale infrastructure, transit, and commercial development projects. San Jose, San Diego, and Sacramento also see consistent demand, particularly tied to public infrastructure spending, housing development, and commercial construction. Metropolitan areas with active public agency contracts tend to concentrate the most internationally sponsored construction roles.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in California?
Roles most commonly sponsored under employment-based Green Card categories include civil engineers, structural engineers, project managers, construction managers, estimators, and BIM coordinators. These positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, aligning with EB-2 or EB-3 classifications. Skilled trades roles can qualify under EB-3, though sponsorship for those positions is less common than for professional and technical positions.
How do I find construction Green Card sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters construction jobs in California that include Green Card sponsorship. Rather than sorting through thousands of listings where sponsorship is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor, saving significant time. Filtering by California and the construction category gives you a targeted list relevant to your situation.
Are there California-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in construction?
California's prevailing wage requirements under state labor law apply to many public works projects, which can affect the wage levels employers must certify when filing a PERM labor certification, a key step in most employment-based Green Card cases. Additionally, California's high volume of public infrastructure contracts means many sponsoring employers are subject to strict compliance oversight, so the PERM process tends to be carefully documented. Working with an employer experienced in sponsorship is important given these requirements.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card construction jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.