H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Kentucky
Kentucky's H-2B visa sponsorship is concentrated in hospitality along the Bourbon Trail, landscaping and groundskeeping in Louisville and Lexington suburbs, and seasonal resort work near Lake Cumberland. Employers in these industries file annually and hire in predictable cycles, giving you a clear window to target applications.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Louisville, KY, United States
Date Posted: May 20, 2026
Req number: JR14318
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Pay Range:
Pay rate for this role is $22.00 per hour.
Description
The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?
Here’s what you’d do:
An Irrigation Technician is able to foresee potential problems and have the specialty skills needed to solve them. Careful planning and the ability to anticipate issues are qualities which BrightView particularly value. People with your mindset and proactive work-style, are just what our customers expect.
You’d be responsible for:
- Monitoring and testing new installations, troubleshoot and repair problems, observe pipe and valve placements, and evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system.
- Conducting and recording detailed inspections and plan/execute upgrades of client systems.
You might be a good fit if you have:
- Along with supervisory skills and your proactive manner, we require a minimum of 1 year of productive experience in the installation, inspection and repair of irrigation systems.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Good knowledge of trenchers, multi-meters, wire locators, ditchers and pipe sizing are also essential.
And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Ability to create and read site map colored charts/legends.
Here’s what to know about working here:
Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.
If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.
Growing Everyday
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:
- Paid time off.
- Health and wellness coverage.
- 401k savings plan.
Start Your Bright New Career Journey
BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.
Location: Louisville, KY, United States
Date Posted: May 20, 2026
Req number: JR14318
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Pay Range:
Pay rate for this role is $22.00 per hour.
Description
The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.
At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?
Here’s what you’d do:
An Irrigation Technician is able to foresee potential problems and have the specialty skills needed to solve them. Careful planning and the ability to anticipate issues are qualities which BrightView particularly value. People with your mindset and proactive work-style, are just what our customers expect.
You’d be responsible for:
- Monitoring and testing new installations, troubleshoot and repair problems, observe pipe and valve placements, and evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system.
- Conducting and recording detailed inspections and plan/execute upgrades of client systems.
You might be a good fit if you have:
- Along with supervisory skills and your proactive manner, we require a minimum of 1 year of productive experience in the installation, inspection and repair of irrigation systems.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Good knowledge of trenchers, multi-meters, wire locators, ditchers and pipe sizing are also essential.
And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- Ability to create and read site map colored charts/legends.
Here’s what to know about working here:
Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.
If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.
Growing Everyday
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:
- Paid time off.
- Health and wellness coverage.
- 401k savings plan.
Start Your Bright New Career Journey
BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.
BrightView offers a suite of health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.
It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.
Tips for Finding H-2B Sponsorship Jobs in Kentucky
Time your application to Kentucky's hiring cycles
Most Kentucky H-2B employers file petitions in January or February for summer start dates. Landscaping companies in Louisville's East End and resort operators near Lake Cumberland begin recruiting months before DOL certification, so submitting your interest in November or December puts you ahead of the field.
Verify your occupation qualifies under H-2B
H-2B covers temporary nonagricultural work only. Check your target role against O*NET occupation codes before approaching employers. Groundskeeping, hospitality housekeeping, and carnival or amusement ride operation are common qualifying categories in Kentucky's seasonal economy.
Confirm employers are actively filing with DOL
Not every Kentucky employer who says they sponsor H-2B visas has completed the DOL temporary labor certification. Ask any prospective employer whether they've received a certified job order from DOL before accepting an offer, since the petition can't proceed without it.
Search verified H-2B employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Kentucky employers by H-2B filing history, so you're only targeting companies with a documented track record. This is especially useful in the Louisville and Lexington metro areas, where employer volume is highest and it's easy to waste time on unverified leads.
Understand the cap and its impact on your timeline
USCIS enforces an annual H-2B cap of 66,000 visas split between two half-year periods. If your employer misses an early filing window, cap exhaustion can delay your start date by a full season. Confirm your employer's planned petition date before committing to a job offer.
Prepare country-of-origin documents before the offer stage
Kentucky employers filing H-2B petitions must show you're returning to your home country after the work period ends. Having a current passport, proof of home-country ties, and any prior U.S. visa records organized before you receive an offer speeds up the consular appointment stage significantly.
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Get Access To All JobsH-2B Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Kentucky sponsor the most H-2B visas?
Landscaping and groundskeeping, hospitality, and amusement or recreation services account for the largest share of H-2B sponsorship in Kentucky. Bourbon Trail tourism operators and resort properties near Lake Cumberland drive hospitality demand, while suburban Louisville and Lexington generate consistent landscaping volume from residential and commercial property management companies.
Which cities in Kentucky have the most H-2B sponsorship jobs?
Louisville and Lexington are the highest-volume markets for H-2B sponsorship in Kentucky, with most activity in landscaping, hospitality, and event staffing. Elizabethtown and Bowling Green see seasonal hiring tied to manufacturing support and tourism. Resort areas around Lake Cumberland and the Land Between the Lakes corridor attract hospitality-focused H-2B filers each summer.
What types of roles typically qualify for H-2B sponsorship in Kentucky?
Qualifying H-2B roles in Kentucky tend to be seasonal and nonagricultural. Common categories include groundskeeper, hotel housekeeper, amusement ride operator, golf course maintenance worker, and event setup crew. Roles must be temporary in nature, meaning the employer's need for labor is tied to a peak season or one-time event, not a permanent operational need.
How do I find H-2B jobs in Kentucky that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Kentucky employers specifically by H-2B filing history, so you can identify companies that have already completed DOL labor certifications in past seasons. Focus your outreach on Louisville and Lexington employers in landscaping and hospitality from October through January, when H-2B petition preparation typically begins for summer positions.
What is the prevailing wage for H-2B jobs in Kentucky?
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.