Electrical Technician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Electrical technician visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio are concentrated in the state's manufacturing and energy sectors, with employers like FirstEnergy, Honda of America, and Procter & Gamble among those that have historically sponsored skilled technical workers. Cleveland, Columbus, and Dayton are the most active hiring markets for this role.
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As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation.
This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
- Ensure the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
- React to Building Management System alarms, and complete emergency repairs as needed.
- Work with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with company-developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.
- Alert management if subcontractor performance doesn’t meet all requirements per the Master Service Agreement.
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
- Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to HVAC-related client problems.
- Conduct building walkthroughs, taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s and utilities.
- Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects.
- Complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures. Follow all safety processes and requirements and ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. Conduct routine quality checks for comprehensive maintenance records.
- Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities.
- Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
- Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
- Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Training in a Technical discipline having served an apprenticeship or equivalent with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of this role.
- To effectively present information to an internal department, client, management and/or colleagues.
- Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
- Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
- Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
COMPENSATION
- The minimum salary for the Data Center Technician position is $85,000 / $40.87hr annually and the maximum salary of $92,000/$44.23 hr annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.
This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
CANDIDATE ACCOMMODATIONS
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a CBRE Data Center Technician, you will perform preventative maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation.
This job is part of the Critical and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for technical maintenance services in critical client environments.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Engineering systems and technical equipment, including servicing and maintenance.
- Ensure the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment.
- React to Building Management System alarms, and complete emergency repairs as needed.
- Work with third-party vendors, ensuring compliance with company-developed processes, procedures, and all applicable laws and regulations.
- Alert management if subcontractor performance doesn’t meet all requirements per the Master Service Agreement.
- Complete planned preventative maintenance (PM) and reactive maintenance on all equipment.
- Check BMS for running and alarm conditions and respond to HVAC-related client problems.
- Conduct building walkthroughs, taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s and utilities.
- Provide fixes to facility and plant faults and defects.
- Complete assigned work according to established processes and procedures. Follow all safety processes and requirements and ensure all regulatory requirements and quality standards are met. Conduct routine quality checks for comprehensive maintenance records.
- Complete all required training to ensure successful completion of all job-related responsibilities.
- Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
- Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
- Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Training in a Technical discipline having served an apprenticeship or equivalent with 1-2 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Ability to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of this role.
- To effectively present information to an internal department, client, management and/or colleagues.
- Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
- Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
- Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.
COMPENSATION
- The minimum salary for the Data Center Technician position is $85,000 / $40.87hr annually and the maximum salary of $92,000/$44.23 hr annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience.
This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
CANDIDATE ACCOMMODATIONS
CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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Which companies sponsor visas for electrical technicians in Ohio?
Ohio's manufacturing and utility base includes employers that have sponsored electrical technicians through work visas. Companies like FirstEnergy, Honda of America Manufacturing, Procter & Gamble, and AK Steel (now Cleveland-Cliffs) have documented H-1B and H-2B filings in technical roles. Large automotive plants and chemical manufacturers along the I-75 corridor are also consistent sources of sponsorship for qualified electrical technicians.
Which visa types are most common for electrical technician roles in Ohio?
The H-1B is the most common visa for electrical technicians in Ohio whose roles meet the specialty occupation standard, typically requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field. The H-2B applies to temporary, non-agricultural technical placements. Some technicians with advanced credentials may qualify for the O-1, and Canadian or Mexican nationals may be eligible for the TN visa under the USMCA.
Which cities in Ohio have the most electrical technician sponsorship jobs?
Cleveland leads Ohio for electrical technician sponsorship activity, driven by its energy utilities and heavy manufacturing base. Columbus follows, with growth in semiconductor, defense, and data center infrastructure tied to Intel's planned fab complex in Licking County. Dayton has a strong aerospace and defense presence through Wright-Patterson Air Force Base contractors, and Toledo supports industrial and automotive electrical technician demand.
How to find electrical technician visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles offering visa sponsorship, making it straightforward to search for electrical technician positions in Ohio without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. You can filter by state and role to surface relevant openings from manufacturers, utilities, and defense contractors. Migrate Mate focuses exclusively on sponsorship-confirmed listings, which saves significant time compared to general job searches.
What should electrical technicians know about Ohio's hiring market and prevailing wage requirements?
Employers sponsoring electrical technicians in Ohio on H-1B visas must pay the prevailing wage determined by the Department of Labor for the specific occupation and region. Ohio's prevailing wages for electrical technicians vary by metro area, with Cleveland and Columbus generally reflecting higher wage floors than rural counties. The state's expanding semiconductor and clean energy investment, particularly around Columbus, is creating new demand for credentialed electrical technicians with specialized skills.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrical technician jobs in Ohio?
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.
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