H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa
Iowa's H-1B visa sponsorship activity is concentrated in healthcare, agriculture technology, financial services, and advanced manufacturing. Des Moines and Iowa City anchor most employer activity, with sponsors ranging from regional hospital networks and insurance firms to engineering companies and university-affiliated research organizations.
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The Lockout/Tagout Technician will be responsible for developing energy control procedures, delivering associate training on the topic, and managing the required periodic inspection processes in full compliance with OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and 3rd-party Contractors to ensure compliance with OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
- Be able to verify lockout points using such resources as electrical single line and three line diagrams; mechanical and plumbing drawings; power distribution panel drawings and legend; P&IDs; equipment manuals.
- Combine pieces of equipment where possible.
- Maintain good housekeeping and regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.
- Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
- Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
- Adhere to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
- Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location. May be required to work irregular shifts and be on call.
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Marginal Functions
The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested by management.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
An individual qualified for this job must be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
- Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
- Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.
- Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
- Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
- Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
- Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
- Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
- Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
- Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
- Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities and job knowledge.
- Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
- Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
- Use equipment, resources and time in an efficient and effective manner.
- Use good judgment when making decisions.
- Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
- Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.
- Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
Minimum Experience, Education, and Certifications
An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications:
- 2 to 4-year technical degree in a related field and 3 or more years of related work experience, or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties.
Physical Demands OF Essential Functions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery.
- Remain in a stationary position while troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
- Regularly move about to access different parts of the plant and when transporting parts, equipment and sections of conveyor weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Move and position products when installing and repairing motors, gearboxes, and conveyors weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Position products on pallets/carts and maneuver gearboxes and motors requiring up to 85 pounds of force.
- Position oneself to access lower levels of equipment when repairing, troubleshooting, or installing parts.
- Reach forward and overhead when accessing various areas of equipment.
- Ascend/descend stairs/ladders to access and work atop conveyors, using scissor and boom lifts, and when troubleshooting and hanging conveyors.
- Operate, position, and use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment, as well as a computer keyboard and mouse.
- Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and have the ability to exchange detailed information.
- Move about the manufacturing facility to observe and effectively communicate with team members and perform job duties.
- Visually observe and interact with associates and equipment in the plant setting.
Environmental Conditions
The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.
- The individual will be expected to work in a manufacturing plant environment, which may include being exposed to work in high, precarious and confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, and extreme heat. Typical noise level is loud. The individual may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
ADA/ADAAA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.
Disclaimer
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
PART TIME/TEMPORARY POSITION | FLEXIBLE HOURS
The Lockout/Tagout Technician will be responsible for developing energy control procedures, delivering associate training on the topic, and managing the required periodic inspection processes in full compliance with OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, EHS, and 3rd-party Contractors to ensure compliance with OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
- Be able to verify lockout points using such resources as electrical single line and three line diagrams; mechanical and plumbing drawings; power distribution panel drawings and legend; P&IDs; equipment manuals.
- Combine pieces of equipment where possible.
- Maintain good housekeeping and regularly clean work area, machines, and equipment.
- Identify and contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
- Maintain an open and candid working relationship with immediate supervisor/manager in discussing matters of importance.
- Adhere to established company values, practices, policies and procedures at all times. Follow and support compliance with all applicable safety rules, laws, regulations, and standards.
- Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned work location. May be required to work irregular shifts and be on call.
This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Marginal Functions
The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested by management.
Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
An individual qualified for this job must be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of OSHA’s Control of Hazardous Energy regulations.
- Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
- Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Accurately multiply, divide, add, and subtract whole numbers to resolve practical problems.
- Operate a computer—PC proficiency; use spreadsheets and reporting software effectively.
- Wear/use required PPE (personal protective equipment).
- Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as directed.
- Use a logical approach to troubleshooting issues and prioritizing production needs.
- Recognize problems when they occur and to work toward the solution of those problems.
- Pay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks. Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
- Handle challenges skillfully, thoroughly, and effectively.
- Effectively and professionally communicate with co-workers, team members, and internal or external customers. Present information clearly and accurately.
- Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills, abilities and job knowledge.
- Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality.
- Develop good work practices in order to get the job done.
- Use equipment, resources and time in an efficient and effective manner.
- Use good judgment when making decisions.
- Perform work in a safe manner at all times.
- Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers, and vendors.
- Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
Minimum Experience, Education, and Certifications
An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications:
- 2 to 4-year technical degree in a related field and 3 or more years of related work experience, or any satisfactory combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties.
Physical Demands OF Essential Functions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery.
- Remain in a stationary position while troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
- Regularly move about to access different parts of the plant and when transporting parts, equipment and sections of conveyor weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Move and position products when installing and repairing motors, gearboxes, and conveyors weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Position products on pallets/carts and maneuver gearboxes and motors requiring up to 85 pounds of force.
- Position oneself to access lower levels of equipment when repairing, troubleshooting, or installing parts.
- Reach forward and overhead when accessing various areas of equipment.
- Ascend/descend stairs/ladders to access and work atop conveyors, using scissor and boom lifts, and when troubleshooting and hanging conveyors.
- Operate, position, and use a wide variety of hand tools and equipment, as well as a computer keyboard and mouse.
- Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels and have the ability to exchange detailed information.
- Move about the manufacturing facility to observe and effectively communicate with team members and perform job duties.
- Visually observe and interact with associates and equipment in the plant setting.
Environmental Conditions
The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job.
- The individual will be expected to work in a manufacturing plant environment, which may include being exposed to work in high, precarious and confined spaces, outdoor weather conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, and extreme heat. Typical noise level is loud. The individual may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
ADA/ADAAA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Amendments.
Disclaimer
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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Tips for Finding H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Iowa
Target Iowa's dominant insurance and financial services sector
Des Moines is home to major insurance carriers and financial firms with established H-1B sponsorship histories. Focus on actuarial, data analytics, software engineering, and risk management roles where specialty occupation requirements are clearly met.
Look beyond Des Moines to Iowa City and Cedar Rapids
The University of Iowa and affiliated healthcare systems in Iowa City sponsor consistently, as do advanced manufacturing employers in Cedar Rapids. Spreading your search across multiple metro areas increases your pool of qualifying opportunities significantly.
Prioritize employers with a documented H-1B filing history
DOL disclosure data shows which Iowa employers have filed Labor Condition Applications in past years. Targeting companies with a track record reduces the risk of approaching employers unfamiliar with or unwilling to manage the sponsorship process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Iowa H-1B sponsorship jobs by industry
Migrate Mate lets you filter roles specifically tagged for H-1B sponsorship in Iowa. Rather than sifting through general job boards, you can focus directly on employers already open to sponsoring, saving considerable time in your search.
Align your degree field precisely with the job's stated requirements
Iowa employers in healthcare IT, agricultural engineering, and financial technology typically require degrees in specific disciplines. USCIS scrutinizes the degree-to-role match closely, so apply to roles where your field of study directly corresponds to the position's core duties.
Engage university career offices and research institutions early
Iowa State University and the University of Iowa both maintain employer relationships with H-1B-sponsoring organizations. Their career centers and OPT employer networks are practical starting points for connecting with Iowa employers already experienced in sponsoring international talent.
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Get Access To All JobsH-1B Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Iowa sponsor the most H-1B visas?
Healthcare, financial services and insurance, higher education, and advanced manufacturing account for the largest share of H-1B visa sponsorship activity in Iowa. Des Moines-based insurance carriers sponsor roles in actuarial science and software engineering, while hospital networks in Iowa City and Cedar Rapids sponsor physicians, nurses in specialty roles, and health informatics professionals.
Which cities in Iowa have the most H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Des Moines has the highest concentration of H-1B sponsors, driven by its financial services and technology sector. Iowa City is a strong secondary market due to the University of Iowa and its affiliated hospital system. Cedar Rapids also generates meaningful sponsorship activity through manufacturing, engineering, and logistics employers operating in the region.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship in Iowa?
Roles that qualify require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field directly related to the position. In Iowa, qualifying roles commonly include software developers, data analysts, civil and mechanical engineers, physicians, registered nurses in specialty settings, financial analysts, and research scientists. Generalist roles where any degree field is acceptable typically do not meet the specialty occupation standard.
How do I find H-1B sponsorship jobs in Iowa?
Migrate Mate lists Iowa jobs from employers with active H-1B sponsorship histories, so you can filter specifically by state and visa type rather than guessing which employers sponsor. You can also search the Department of Labor's OFLC disclosure database to identify Iowa companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals willingness to sponsor H-1B workers.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B jobs in Iowa?
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.