HVAC Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's HVAC sector is driven by automotive manufacturing facilities, commercial construction, and a dense network of industrial plants across Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. Major facility operators and mechanical contractors regularly hire skilled HVAC technicians and engineers, with some sponsoring H-2B visa or H-1B visas for qualified international candidates filling persistent workforce gaps.
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- Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America.
- JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve.
- At Johnson Controls you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and relevant facilities, HVAC chillers and commercial products in today’s market. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.
How will you do it:
- We are looking for skilled HVAC Technicians with proven experience in commercial and/or ducted systems, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, air handling units (AHUs), and rooftop ducted units.
- We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety.
- We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities. Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required:
- Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
- Travel will be required for training during the first six months.
- Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for startup, commissioning, trouble shooting and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
- Minimum of three (3) years of practical working experience on commercial and/or ducted products, air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, AHU’s or Roof Top ducted units with strong HVAC/ mechanical troubleshooting experience.
- Able to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers system components.
- Travel may be required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers startup and commissioning activities as well as aftermarket service trouble shooting.
- You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
- Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs and JCI’s STA to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
- You will work collaboratively with other local market mechanics.
- Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills.
- Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
- Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
- Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
- Prioritize safety in all forms.
- Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.
Pay Range: $51.08 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
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What you will do:
- Johnson Controls Inc. is looking for forward-thinking talent to join our organization to support the fast-growing HVAC business in North America.
- JCI is committed to the health and safety of all employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve.
- At Johnson Controls you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and relevant facilities, HVAC chillers and commercial products in today’s market. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, results-oriented, hardworking and above all fun.
How will you do it:
- We are looking for skilled HVAC Technicians with proven experience in commercial and/or ducted systems, air-cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, air handling units (AHUs), and rooftop ducted units.
- We provide factory certification through our Service Technical Academy (STA) with recognition, monetary rewards, and advancement. We offer incentive programs and a #1 focus on employee safety.
- We also provide tools, uniforms, and a company vehicle to perform your job and service our customers to the highest standard.
- Provide our customers with the highest level of service to solve facility inefficiencies and resolve service-related items. As a trusted advisor to our customers, you will provide solutions and outcomes at the time of commissioning and aftermarket service.
- Provide recommendations and solutions to ensure facility is running efficiently to include upselling opportunities. Provide quotes to support recommendations and solutions.
What we look for
Required:
- Must be a member or willing to join the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, AFL-CIO.
- Travel will be required for training during the first six months.
- Be a dedicated member of a North America Branch team willing to learn and be responsible for startup, commissioning, trouble shooting and aftermarket services for this fast-growing business.
- Minimum of three (3) years of practical working experience on commercial and/or ducted products, air cooled and/or water-cooled chillers, AHU’s or Roof Top ducted units with strong HVAC/ mechanical troubleshooting experience.
- Able to repair centrifugal compressors, steam turbines, screw chillers system components.
- Travel may be required 10% to 20% to support Branch Customers startup and commissioning activities as well as aftermarket service trouble shooting.
- You will be required to pass a knowledge examination to assess proficiencies.
- Opportunity to invest in career development. You will enroll in training programs and JCI’s STA to gain knowledge in HVAC products and sales quoting.
- You will work collaboratively with other local market mechanics.
- Attention to detail through interpersonal, digital, and written skills.
- Able to write and communicate to the customer problem, cause, and corrective actions.
- Able to provide quotes to customers and participate in JCI’s Service Plus Rewards program.
- Self-starter with a passion/ desire to learn and apply on the job.
- Prioritize safety in all forms.
- Universal EPA refrigerants license, applicable state or local licensing, and valid driver's license.
Pay Range: $51.08 hourly rate determined by the CBA/rate sheet. Benefits are provided through a local labor union aligned with a collective bargaining agreement. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers.
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Which companies sponsor visas for HVAC roles in Michigan?
Large mechanical contractors and facility management firms are the most active sponsors in Michigan. Companies like Limbach Company, Granger Construction, and building services divisions within major automotive manufacturers have documented histories of sponsoring foreign workers for HVAC engineering and advanced technician roles. Industrial facilities in the Detroit metro and Grand Rapids corridor tend to sponsor more consistently than smaller residential HVAC contractors.
Which visa types are most common for HVAC roles in Michigan?
H-2B visas are common for seasonal HVAC installation and maintenance work, covering temporary nonagricultural labor shortages. H-1B visas apply to HVAC engineering roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in mechanical or HVAC engineering. Candidates with Canadian or Mexican citizenship may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA if the role meets specialty occupation criteria, which typically means an engineering title rather than a technician position.
Which cities in Michigan have the most HVAC sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its surrounding suburbs, including Dearborn, Troy, and Auburn Hills, concentrate the most HVAC sponsorship activity due to the density of automotive plants, commercial real estate, and large industrial facilities. Grand Rapids is the second-strongest market, driven by manufacturing and healthcare construction. Lansing and Flint also generate demand, particularly for HVAC roles tied to government buildings and ongoing infrastructure projects.
How to find hvac visa sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship, making it straightforward to identify Michigan employers actively hiring HVAC professionals who need work authorization support. Search for HVAC roles filtered to Michigan on Migrate Mate to surface mechanical contractors, facilities management companies, and industrial employers who have indicated sponsorship willingness, saving significant time compared to screening unfiltered listings manually.
Are there state-specific considerations for HVAC workers seeking sponsorship in Michigan?
Michigan requires HVAC contractors to hold a state mechanical contractor license, and journeymen often need local licensing through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Employers sponsoring workers under H-2B must meet Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements specific to Michigan's metropolitan statistical areas, which vary between Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing. Sponsored candidates should confirm the employer holds proper licensing before accepting an offer, as unlicensed employers cannot legally perform HVAC work in the state.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored hvac jobs in Michigan?
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.