Technology OPT Jobs in Ohio
Ohio's technology sector spans Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland, with employers like Nationwide, JPMorgan Chase, and NCR Voyix actively hiring in software engineering, data analytics, and IT roles. Many of these companies have established OPT hiring processes, making Ohio a practical state for F-1 students pursuing technology sponsorship after graduation.
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The Compliance Coordinator - Asset-Light Fleet supports operational safety and regulatory compliance for independent contractors, fleet owners, owner-operators, drivers, and vehicles across Asset-Light functions including hours of service, fleet compliance, vehicle compliance, and qualifications. This position monitors compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, company safety policies, and internal qualification standards. The Compliance Coordinator - Asset-Light Fleet supports qualification reviews, hours-of-service and ELD compliance, DOT medical and drug and alcohol compliance, vehicle maintenance documentation, safety performance reviews, regulatory recordkeeping, stakeholder communication, coaching, corrective action follow-up, and continuous improvement activities. This position must maintain professionalism, build trust and collaboration, support consistent compliance decisions, and help promote a culture of safety.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine compliance processing, data entry, document collection, checklist reviews, and standard follow-up using established procedures.
- Monitor independent contractors, fleet owners, owner-operators, drivers, and vehicles for compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, applicable federal/state/local requirements, and company safety policies.
- Perform qualification and re-qualification reviews for independent contractors, owners, drivers, and vehicles to support compliance with company minimum qualification standards and applicable FMCSA requirements.
- Process and review background reports, motor vehicle records, previous employment verifications, pre-employment screening information, accident/incident history, and other qualification file documentation.
- Support Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse activity, query review, consent tracking, DOT drug screen, breath alcohol, physical qualification, and medical certification documentation as assigned.
- Monitor hours-of-service and ELD compliance, review violations and form-and-manner issues, and communicate HOS concerns to independent contractors and fleet owners as needed.
- Review vehicle maintenance compliance documentation, including annual inspections, roadside inspection repair receipts, quarterly maintenance records, DVIR/pre-trip/post-trip documentation, registrations, and related retention requirements.
- Maintain accurate records in company systems and ensure required documentation is filed to meet applicable regulatory and document retention standards.
- Other duties and projects, as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Transportation and Logistics/Supply Chain Management, preferred
Prior DOT and safety experience within the transportation industry, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required
Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, including qualification, hours of service, vehicle inspection/maintenance, medical, and drug and alcohol requirements, preferred
Designated Employer Representative (DER), drug and alcohol, reasonable suspicion, safety, or other compliance-related training or certification, preferred
Ability to communicate compliance expectations clearly with independent contractors, fleet owners, vendors, and internal stakeholders, required
Competencies
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Document Management
- Effective Communications
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Managing Multiple Priorities
- Problem Solving
- Service Excellence
Other Details
Work Hours: Generally, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.
Travel Requirements: Minimal (0%-25%)
Compensation: This is an hourly position paid biweekly.
About us
ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that's helped businesses build better supply chains for over a century. With 14,000+ employees across approximately 240 campuses and service centers, we connect owned assets, a broad brokerage network and innovative technology to deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions for customers around the world.
Job Description
The Compliance Coordinator - Asset-Light Fleet supports operational safety and regulatory compliance for independent contractors, fleet owners, owner-operators, drivers, and vehicles across Asset-Light functions including hours of service, fleet compliance, vehicle compliance, and qualifications. This position monitors compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, company safety policies, and internal qualification standards. The Compliance Coordinator - Asset-Light Fleet supports qualification reviews, hours-of-service and ELD compliance, DOT medical and drug and alcohol compliance, vehicle maintenance documentation, safety performance reviews, regulatory recordkeeping, stakeholder communication, coaching, corrective action follow-up, and continuous improvement activities. This position must maintain professionalism, build trust and collaboration, support consistent compliance decisions, and help promote a culture of safety.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine compliance processing, data entry, document collection, checklist reviews, and standard follow-up using established procedures.
- Monitor independent contractors, fleet owners, owner-operators, drivers, and vehicles for compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, applicable federal/state/local requirements, and company safety policies.
- Perform qualification and re-qualification reviews for independent contractors, owners, drivers, and vehicles to support compliance with company minimum qualification standards and applicable FMCSA requirements.
- Process and review background reports, motor vehicle records, previous employment verifications, pre-employment screening information, accident/incident history, and other qualification file documentation.
- Support Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse activity, query review, consent tracking, DOT drug screen, breath alcohol, physical qualification, and medical certification documentation as assigned.
- Monitor hours-of-service and ELD compliance, review violations and form-and-manner issues, and communicate HOS concerns to independent contractors and fleet owners as needed.
- Review vehicle maintenance compliance documentation, including annual inspections, roadside inspection repair receipts, quarterly maintenance records, DVIR/pre-trip/post-trip documentation, registrations, and related retention requirements.
- Maintain accurate records in company systems and ensure required documentation is filed to meet applicable regulatory and document retention standards.
- Other duties and projects, as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Transportation and Logistics/Supply Chain Management, preferred
Prior DOT and safety experience within the transportation industry, preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, required
Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations, including qualification, hours of service, vehicle inspection/maintenance, medical, and drug and alcohol requirements, preferred
Designated Employer Representative (DER), drug and alcohol, reasonable suspicion, safety, or other compliance-related training or certification, preferred
Ability to communicate compliance expectations clearly with independent contractors, fleet owners, vendors, and internal stakeholders, required
Competencies
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Document Management
- Effective Communications
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Managing Multiple Priorities
- Problem Solving
- Service Excellence
Other Details
Work Hours: Generally, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.
Travel Requirements: Minimal (0%-25%)
Compensation: This is an hourly position paid biweekly.
About us
ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that's helped businesses build better supply chains for over a century. With 14,000+ employees across approximately 240 campuses and service centers, we connect owned assets, a broad brokerage network and innovative technology to deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions for customers around the world.
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Which technology companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Ohio?
Several large Ohio-based and Ohio-headquartered technology employers have consistent records of sponsoring F-1 OPT workers, including Nationwide Insurance, JPMorgan Chase's Columbus operations, NCR Voyix, Kettering Health, and AEP. Mid-size software firms and consulting companies in the Columbus and Cincinnati corridors also appear regularly in DOL OPT-related filings. Larger enterprises with dedicated HR teams tend to have more established OPT authorization processes than smaller startups.
Which cities in Ohio have the most technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus accounts for the largest share of technology F-1 OPT sponsorship activity in Ohio, driven by its concentration of financial services technology, healthcare IT, and enterprise software companies. Cincinnati has a growing presence in fintech and data engineering. Cleveland offers opportunities in health technology and manufacturing software, particularly near the medical corridor anchored by Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals.
What types of technology roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that align directly with STEM-designated degree programs tend to qualify most straightforwardly for F-1 OPT authorization. In Ohio's technology sector, this includes software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, systems analysis, and IT project management. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or engineering are common matches. The role must be directly related to the student's field of study for OPT eligibility.
How do I find technology F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT job seekers and filters technology jobs in Ohio by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not sorting through listings from employers who don't sponsor. Searching on Migrate Mate for Ohio technology roles lets you see which Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland employers are actively hiring OPT candidates, saving time during a period when your work authorization timeline is tight.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in technology?
Ohio has a notable concentration of financial services and insurance technology employers, many of which are subject to additional compliance requirements that can affect how they approach OPT sponsorship. Companies regulated by federal financial agencies sometimes apply stricter background screening timelines, which is worth factoring into your job search schedule. Ohio's major research universities, including Ohio State and Case Western Reserve, also have active DSO offices that can help students understand OPT eligibility requirements specific to their degree program.