Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Ohio
Ohio's electrician workforce powers major industrial hubs across Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, with demand driven by manufacturing plants, data centers, and ongoing infrastructure projects. Large contractors like IEC, IBEW-affiliated firms, and industrial employers actively hire electricians. Visa sponsorship is available, particularly for roles requiring specialized commercial or industrial experience.
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INTRODUCTION
Electrician 2 - 20027904 - 20029109
Organization: Rehabilitation & Correction - Dayton Correctional
Agency Contact Name and Information: Personnel Director 937/684-8552/DRC.DCIRecruit@drc.ohio.gov
Work Location:
4104 Germantown Street
Dayton, Ohio, 45417
United States
Compensation: $24.27
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: Not Specified
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: OCSEA
Primary Job Skill: Electrical Trade
THIS IS A REPOSTING. IF YOU APPLIED PREVIOUSLY, YOU MUST APPLY AGAIN TO BE CONSIDERED.
Who We Are
Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
This position works under direction and requires thorough knowledge of the electrician trade.
- Act as lead worker (e.g., provides work direction and training) over lower-level electricians and/or crew and/or incarcerated individuals engaged in installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring systems, fixtures, controls and equipment
- Installs, tests, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs electrical wiring systems, fixtures, controls and equipment (e.g., motors, appliances, fans, transformers, heating and cooling equipment, fire and other alarm/security systems, elevators and switches)
- Determines & completes materials needed, cost estimates, & submit requests to purchase
- Reads blueprints &/or schematic diagrams; maintains inventory of electrical supplies
- Maintains tool count of tools used by incarcerated individuals (e.g., completes tool control forms daily, maintains strict inventory of tools)
- Performs other maintenance &/or miscellaneous duties (e.g., performs semi-skilled carpentry, painting, electrical, sheet metal, HVAC)
- Ensures compliance with security regulations
- Installs, troubleshoots, tests, modifies &/or maintains basic telecommunications &/or electronic data processing equipment (e.g., cable television lines; telephone lines; computer/terminal lines; printers; analog /or digital phones) in institutional setting
- Serves on institutional committees
- Attends training, seminars &/or meetings
- Performs security functions as required (e.g., man-down, shakedown, inmate movement)
- Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., snow & ice removal & grass cutting).
Additional Information
Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
- When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
- We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
- We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.
Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
- Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
- Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
- Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
- Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)
Why Work for the State of Ohio:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. verifiable exp. in electrical work under supervision of experienced electrician formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & writing common English vocabulary.
- Or 6 mos. exp. as Electrician 1, 52281.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Electrical Trade, General Maintenance, Problem Solving, Flexibility, Time Management
ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace:
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Search Electrician Jobs in OhioElectrician Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for electricians in Ohio?
Electrical contractors serving Ohio's manufacturing and industrial sectors are the most active sponsors, including large commercial contractors operating in Columbus, Cleveland, and Dayton. Companies supporting automotive plants, data center buildouts, and utility infrastructure projects are particularly likely to sponsor. IBEW-affiliated union contractors and national electrical service firms with Ohio operations have also filed sponsorship petitions for qualified electricians.
Which visa types are most common for electrician roles in Ohio?
The H-2B visa is the most common path for electricians, covering temporary non-agricultural workers in skilled trades. For longer-term or permanent positions, employers may pursue H-1B visa sponsorship if the role meets specialty occupation criteria, though this is less common for trade positions. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification is another pathway for electricians with permanent job offers from Ohio employers.
Which cities in Ohio have the most electrician sponsorship jobs?
Columbus leads Ohio for electrician sponsorship activity, driven by rapid data center expansion and commercial construction growth. Cleveland follows, with demand tied to industrial facilities and infrastructure redevelopment projects along Lake Erie. Cincinnati's manufacturing corridor and Dayton's aerospace and defense facilities also generate consistent electrician hiring. Smaller industrial cities like Akron and Toledo occasionally post sponsored positions tied to plant maintenance contracts.
How to find electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate aggregates visa sponsorship electrician jobs filtered specifically to Ohio, saving you the time of sorting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. You can browse roles by city or employer type and filter to trades-specific positions. Because Ohio's sponsorship market is concentrated in industrial and commercial contracting, Migrate Mate's filters help surface the employers who have an active history of sponsoring electricians rather than those listing it as a vague possibility.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for electricians seeking visa sponsorship?
Ohio requires electricians to hold a state-issued license, and employers sponsoring workers must ensure the hire meets Ohio's licensing standards before the worker can legally perform electrical work. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage requirements apply to sponsored positions, meaning the offered compensation must meet federally determined rates for the Columbus, Cleveland, or Cincinnati metro area where the work occurs. Applicants should confirm licensure eligibility early in the process.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrician 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.