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Transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois are concentrated in the Chicago metropolitan area, home to major logistics and supply chain employers including United Airlines, Union Pacific, and C.H. Robinson. Supply chain engineering, transportation analytics, and logistics technology roles at O'Hare-adjacent firms and Midwest freight hubs commonly qualify for STEM OPT authorization.
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Requisition Number: 105008
Services Technician – W2
Location: This role is fully onsite in our Hanover Park, IL office.
Shift: 10:00pm - 6:30am
Salary: $27/hr
Insight at a Glance
- 14,000+ engaged teammates globally
- $8.2 billion in revenue in 2025
- Certified as a Great Place to work in 9 Countries in 2025
- Fortune 500 Company (No. 447) in 2025
- Received 25+ industry and partner awards in the past year
- $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2024 by Insight globally
Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organizations through complex digital decisions.
About the role
The Services Technician performs installation, modification, repair, testing and/or servicing on systems and communications equipment, including, but not limited to: hardware and peripherals; software configuration; voice, video and data cabling systems; and networks. Incumbents service both internal Insight teammates, as well as clients on site. As a Services Technician, you will get to:
Hardware:
- Performs necessary hardware and peripheral repairs. This includes, but is not limited to, identifying the problem and determining the most efficient and cost effective way to resolve the problem, keeping customer downtime to a minimum.
- Installs and tests system hardware. This includes, but is not limited to, setting up the hardware, testing the hardware to make sure it is working, identifying system hardware problems and following any special instructions.
- Completes all required documentation involved in a client build. This includes completion of required Insight and vendor paperwork, preparing defective product or parts for return to vendor, and promptly returning defective products/parts and paperwork according to Insight policies and procedures.
- Identify system hardware problems and determine the most efficient and cost effective way of resolving the problem.
- Perform necessary hardware and peripheral repair, keeping client downtime to a minimum. Identify defective parts and order replacement parts utilizing vendor supplied tools such as web sites, phone support, etc.
- Unpack and pack new and completed devices. Must have the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Other duties as assigned per manager request or instructions.
Networking:
- Installs, tests, and configures network and data communication equipment such as switches, routers, firewalls, VPN devices, etc.
- Installs, tests, and supports Network Operating Systems (NOS) and their applications.
- Performs server hardware support, troubleshooting.
- Other duties as assigned per manager request.
What we’re looking for:
- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year College or university or 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANs, WANs, Personal Computers, messaging and server software applications experience required.
- Ability to automate tasks using basic scripting techniques is a plus but not required.
- Must be able to work with both ends of basic level testing as well as high level testing and documentation when requested.
- Extensive knowledge of windows operating systems, Windows Operating systems, vendor diagnostics, re-image software such as Ghost, Microsoft SCCM, Virus scan software.
- Minimum of one year hardware troubleshooting experience, which needs to include laptops and desktop for Tier One vendors.
- Should also be familiar with vendor web sites in order to find hardware updates, driver updates, and engineering changes as well as on multiple Tier One products (IBM, Compaq, HP, Toshiba).
- A+ certification and at least one vendor hardware certification required.
- Minimum of one (1) year bench and/or on-site service technical experience.
Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.
But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.
Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!
Insight does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications from the candidate, and recruiters or agencies who submit candidates for this position without a prior, written vendor agreement will not be eligible for any form of compensation, even if the candidate is hired.
The position described above provides a summary of some of the job duties required and what it would be like to work at Insight. For a comprehensive list of physical demands and work environment for this position, click here.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
Posting Notes: Hanover Park || Illinois (US-IL) || United States (US) || Distribution Center || None || US - Hanover Park, IL ||
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Search Transportation Jobs in IllinoisTransportation STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which transportation companies in Illinois sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Illinois-based transportation employers with documented F-1 STEM OPT hiring include United Airlines, Union Pacific Railroad, C.H. Robinson, Echo Global Logistics, and Coyote Logistics. Freight brokerage and logistics technology firms in the Chicago area regularly hire STEM OPT candidates into supply chain engineering, data analytics, and operations research roles. Employers enrolled in E-Verify are eligible to sponsor the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Which cities in Illinois have the most transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the largest share of transportation STEM OPT opportunities in Illinois, driven by O'Hare International Airport, the Union Pacific and BNSF rail hubs, and the concentration of logistics technology companies headquartered downtown. Suburban areas including Rosemont, Schaumburg, and Lombard also host regional offices for freight and supply chain firms. Joliet and Elgin support warehouse and intermodal operations roles.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify are those classified under STEM-designated CIP codes, including transportation engineering, logistics systems analysis, supply chain data science, operations research, and network optimization. Positions requiring a bachelor's or advanced degree in industrial engineering, computer science, or systems engineering are frequently eligible. General dispatch, customer service, or non-technical operations roles typically do not meet STEM OPT criteria.
How do I find transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters transportation job listings in Illinois specifically for employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, using DOL Labor Condition Application data to verify past filings. Search by the Transportation and Logistics category and filter by Illinois to surface roles at freight, logistics technology, and supply chain firms that have sponsored STEM OPT candidates before, reducing time spent on employers unlikely to support your authorization.
Are there Illinois-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in transportation?
Illinois requires STEM OPT employers to be enrolled in E-Verify, consistent with federal requirements. Chicago's status as a major intermodal freight hub means many transportation employers are large, multi-state corporations already familiar with work authorization processes. Illinois has no state-level visa sponsorship law, so federal STEM OPT rules under USCIS and the Student and Exchange Visitor Program govern eligibility, employer obligations, and the formal training plan requirement.