Transportation Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Minnesota's transportation sector spans freight and logistics hubs in the Twin Cities, rail operations connecting major Midwest corridors, and supply chain roles at large employers like United Parcel Service, FedEx, and C.H. Robinson. Green Card sponsorship in this industry typically flows through EB-2 and EB-3 pathways, with the strongest concentration of sponsored roles in Minneapolis-Saint Paul and surrounding freight corridors.
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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Anoka-Hennepin and Fridley School District!
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift, 8-hour day shift!
If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.
While First Student is North America's leading school transportation provider—serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily—our focus here in Champlin is local. You'll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.
Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?
- Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Per Union Contract, wage is set at $30.44 per hour (NOT flat rate).
- Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
- Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
- Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
- Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
- Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
- Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
- Complete work orders accurately.
- Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
- Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
- CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
- Possession of a mechanic's tool set to complete all assigned duties.
- Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
- Strong computer skills.
- Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.
First for a reason:
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request.
INTRODUCTION
First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Anoka-Hennepin and Fridley School District!
Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift, 8-hour day shift!
If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day—because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.
While First Student is North America's leading school transportation provider—serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily—our focus here in Champlin is local. You'll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.
Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?
- Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Per Union Contract, wage is set at $30.44 per hour (NOT flat rate).
- Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
- Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
- Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
- Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
- Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
- Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.
Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:
- Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
- Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
- Complete work orders accurately.
- Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 1 year of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
- Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license required.
- CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
- Possession of a mechanic's tool set to complete all assigned duties.
- Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
- Strong computer skills.
- Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.
First for a reason:
At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request.
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Search Transportation Jobs in MinnesotaTransportation Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
Which transportation companies sponsor Green Card visas in Minnesota?
C.H. Robinson, headquartered in Eden Prairie, is one of Minnesota's largest transportation employers with a history of sponsoring international workers. FedEx and UPS both operate significant facilities in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area and have filed Green Card petitions for logistics and operations roles. Smaller freight brokers and supply chain firms in the Twin Cities metro also sponsor, though less frequently than larger carriers and third-party logistics providers.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most transportation Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Minneapolis and Saint Paul account for the largest share of sponsored transportation roles in the state, driven by the metro's role as a major Midwest freight and logistics hub. Eden Prairie stands out due to C.H. Robinson's global headquarters. Bloomington and Eagan host distribution and cargo operations near Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, making them secondary concentrations. Rochester and Duluth have smaller but active transportation employment markets with occasional sponsorship activity.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Minnesota?
Roles requiring specialized education or technical expertise are most commonly sponsored. These include supply chain analysts, logistics engineers, transportation planners, operations managers, and data analysts supporting freight networks. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in logistics, engineering, or a related field typically qualify under EB-2 or EB-3 categories. General driver and warehouse roles are rarely sponsored for Green Cards, as those positions do not typically meet the specialty occupation or skilled worker thresholds required for petition approval.
How do I find transportation Green Card sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters transportation roles in Minnesota by visa sponsorship type, including Green Card. Rather than sorting through postings that don't disclose sponsorship, Migrate Mate surfaces positions where employers have a documented history of sponsoring international workers. Filtering by the Transportation and Logistics category alongside the Minnesota location gives you a focused list of relevant opportunities without the guesswork.
Are there any state-specific or industry-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in Minnesota's transportation sector?
Minnesota does not impose state-level restrictions on employer-sponsored immigration, so federal processes under PERM labor certification govern most Green Card pathways in transportation. One practical consideration is that Minnesota's strong union presence in some transportation and freight segments can affect how employers structure sponsored roles and prevailing wage determinations. Supply chain and logistics roles at Minnesota's major freight companies tend to move through EB-3 skilled worker or EB-2 pathways, and PERM processing timelines at the federal level apply equally here as elsewhere in the country.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card transportation jobs in Minnesota?
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.