Sports Jobs in California with H-2B Sponsorship

H-2B visa sponsorship sports jobs in California span ski resorts in the Sierra Nevada, golf courses along the coast, and recreational facilities at major resort destinations like Lake Tahoe and Palm Springs. Employers including Squaw Valley, Pebble Beach Resorts, and large seasonal recreation operators regularly file H-2B petitions to staff temporary seasonal positions that domestic hiring alone cannot fill.

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Overview

Open Jobs251+
Top Visa TypeH-2B
Work Type99% On-site
Top LocationTruckee, CA
Most JobsTroon

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Martis Camp
Kitchen Steward
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New 1h ago
Kitchen Steward
Martis Camp
Truckee, California
Food Service
Cleaning & Housekeeping
$22/hr - $24/hr
On-Site
None
201-500

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The Club at Los Gatos
Janitor and Cleaner
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The Club at Los Gatos
New 8h ago
Janitor and Cleaner
The Club at Los Gatos
Los Gatos, California
$17/hr - $18/hr
On-Site
High School
11-50

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Troon
Guest Services Supervisor
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Troon
New 10h ago
Guest Services Supervisor
Troon
Vallejo, California
Customer Service & Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Hospitality Management
$17.90/hr - $19.90/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Vail Resorts
Security Agent
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Vail Resorts
New 17h ago
Security Agent
Vail Resorts
Kirkwood, California
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Security & Protective Services
$20/hr - $22/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Mammoth Mountain
Housekeeping Stock Clerk - The Westin Monache - Year-Round
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Housekeeping Stock Clerk - The Westin Monache - Year-Round
Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Lakes, California
Cleaning & Housekeeping
Hospitality & Guest Services
Administrative & Office Support
$41,600/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School

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Job Roles in Sports in California

Hospitality & Guest Services100 jobs
Food Service84 jobs
Customer Service & Support74 jobs
Hospitality Management74 jobs
Cleaning & Housekeeping30 jobs
Manufacturing Operations26 jobs
Maintenance & Repair20 jobs
Customer Service19 jobs
Sales12 jobs
Administrative & Office Support11 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which sports and recreation companies in California sponsor H-2B visas?

Ski resorts, golf resort operators, and large outdoor recreation facilities are the most consistent H-2B sponsors in California. Employers such as Pebble Beach Resorts, Mammoth Mountain, and Lake Tahoe-area ski and recreation operators have filed H-2B petitions for seasonal roles. Sponsorship is tied to demonstrable temporary need, so companies with clear peak seasons, such as winter ski operations or summer waterpark facilities, are the most active filers.

Which cities or regions in California have the most sports H-2B sponsorship jobs?

The Lake Tahoe region, including South Lake Tahoe and Truckee, concentrates the highest volume of sports H-2B positions due to its winter ski season and summer outdoor recreation. The Monterey Peninsula, home to Pebble Beach and other golf destinations, is another active area. Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley generate seasonal golf and resort recreation demand, while coastal resort towns like Santa Barbara also see periodic sponsorship activity.

What types of sports roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in California?

H-2B covers temporary nonagricultural work, so qualifying sports roles are those tied to a defined peak season rather than year-round operations. Common positions include ski lift operators, snow sports instructors, golf course maintenance workers, caddies, waterpark attendants, and outdoor recreation guides. The role must be genuinely temporary, the employer must demonstrate it cannot fill the position with available U.S. workers, and a Department of Labor certification is required before USCIS can approve the petition.

How do I find sports H-2B sponsorship jobs in California?

Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking U.S. visa sponsorship, including H-2B positions in sports and recreation. You can filter by visa type and state to surface California sports H-2B listings from verified sponsoring employers. Because H-2B petitions are season-specific, checking Migrate Mate regularly in the months before California's winter ski season (October through December) and summer recreation season (March through May) gives you the best chance of finding active openings.

Are there any California-specific considerations for sports H-2B sponsorship?

California's high cost of living affects how employers structure H-2B job offers, since the prevailing wage and housing logistics are factored into the petition. California also has state labor laws that apply to H-2B workers, including specific overtime rules and rest period requirements. The H-2B cap, set at 66,000 visas nationally per fiscal year and divided across two halves, means demand sometimes exceeds supply, which can affect whether a California employer's petition is approved even when all requirements are met.

What is the prevailing wage for H-2B sports 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.

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