Electronics Jobs in Kentucky with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Electronics F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Kentucky are concentrated around Louisville and Lexington, where manufacturers like GE Appliances and Toyota's regional supply chain drive steady demand for engineering and hardware talent. Kentucky's growing advanced manufacturing sector means CPT-eligible students from programs at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville have real pathways into roles here.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Utility Worker
Pay: $19.56/hour
Shift/Hours:
- 12 hour / 2-2-3 schedule
- 6:45am to 7:15pm
- Every other weekend off
- Work 15 days per month
What We Offer
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Paid vacation (after 100 days) and 13 paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 31)
- Annual bonus opportunity (4% of gross wages)
- 401k with company match (RIC 1–5%, 50% match up to 3%)
- Tuition reimbursement (per CBA – salary process available)
- PPE, uniforms, and safety shoes provided
- $300 employee referral bonus after 100 days
- Recognition programs: Safety Week, Retiree Parties, Tenure Awards, Thanksgiving Vouchers, Annual Company Picnic, Holiday Party
Job Responsibilities
- Inspecting and sorting materials on quality hold for disposal
- Operating the bushing extraction machine
- Running scrap grinders for material recycling
- Handling materials for scrap and regrind processing
- Performing system transactions in QAD and Blue Sheet for tracking and reconciliation
- Assisting with other duties as directed by your supervisor
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be willing and able to work any shift
- Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays
- Overtime is mandatory and a condition of employment
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
About the Plant
Our components plant located in Florence, Kentucky manufactures and produces battery containers, covers and PowerFrame® grids. We opened in 1978 and now employ 150 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and host food and hygiene product drives for local homeless shelters and support Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky and Northern Kentucky Children’s Home.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants:
please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies:
Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
Job Title: Utility Worker
Pay: $19.56/hour
Shift/Hours:
- 12 hour / 2-2-3 schedule
- 6:45am to 7:15pm
- Every other weekend off
- Work 15 days per month
What We Offer
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Paid vacation (after 100 days) and 13 paid holidays
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 31)
- Annual bonus opportunity (4% of gross wages)
- 401k with company match (RIC 1–5%, 50% match up to 3%)
- Tuition reimbursement (per CBA – salary process available)
- PPE, uniforms, and safety shoes provided
- $300 employee referral bonus after 100 days
- Recognition programs: Safety Week, Retiree Parties, Tenure Awards, Thanksgiving Vouchers, Annual Company Picnic, Holiday Party
Job Responsibilities
- Inspecting and sorting materials on quality hold for disposal
- Operating the bushing extraction machine
- Running scrap grinders for material recycling
- Handling materials for scrap and regrind processing
- Performing system transactions in QAD and Blue Sheet for tracking and reconciliation
- Assisting with other duties as directed by your supervisor
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Must be willing and able to work any shift
- Must be available to work Saturdays and Sundays
- Overtime is mandatory and a condition of employment
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
About the Plant
Our components plant located in Florence, Kentucky manufactures and produces battery containers, covers and PowerFrame® grids. We opened in 1978 and now employ 150 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and host food and hygiene product drives for local homeless shelters and support Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky and Northern Kentucky Children’s Home.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants:
please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies:
Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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Which electronics companies in Kentucky sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
GE Appliances in Louisville is among Kentucky's most prominent employers of electronics and hardware talent, alongside automotive electronics suppliers tied to Toyota's Georgetown plant, such as Denso and other Tier 1 manufacturers. Lexmark, headquartered in Lexington, has historically hired engineering students. CPT sponsorship depends on each company's internship program structure, and eligibility is never guaranteed, confirm directly with the employer's HR or recruiting team.
Which cities in Kentucky have the most electronics F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Louisville and Lexington account for the majority of electronics CPT opportunities in Kentucky. Louisville's manufacturing and appliance industry infrastructure anchors most hardware and electrical engineering roles. Lexington benefits from its proximity to the University of Kentucky and a cluster of technology and automotive electronics firms. Smaller industrial corridors in Georgetown and Bowling Green also host automotive electronics suppliers with occasional internship openings.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Kentucky?
Roles that align directly with an F-1 student's declared major and degree program are the ones that qualify for CPT authorization. In Kentucky's electronics sector, this commonly includes electrical engineering internships, embedded systems roles, circuit design positions, quality assurance engineering, and hardware testing. The key requirement is that the position must be integral to your degree program, as determined by your Designated School Official, not simply related to electronics broadly.
How do I find electronics F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Kentucky?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students seeking CPT-eligible positions and filters job listings by visa type, state, and industry, making it straightforward to browse electronics roles in Kentucky without sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Beyond Migrate Mate, connect with your university's career services office, particularly if you're at the University of Kentucky or University of Louisville, as both have relationships with regional electronics and manufacturing employers that recruit CPT students.
Are there any Kentucky-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship in electronics?
Kentucky's electronics hiring is closely tied to its automotive and appliance manufacturing base, which means CPT roles here often favor students in electrical, mechanical, or industrial engineering programs over pure computer science backgrounds. Many CPT positions in the state are tied to academic calendars at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville, so application timelines tend to follow semester schedules. Always secure DSO authorization before beginning any CPT work, regardless of employer confirmation.
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