Maintenance Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania
Maintenance electrician roles in Pennsylvania span the state's dense manufacturing corridor, from Philadelphia's industrial districts to Pittsburgh's steel-adjacent facilities and the Lehigh Valley's logistics hubs. Major employers like Hershey, Carpenter Technology, and U.S. Steel have historically sponsored skilled trades workers. Pennsylvania's concentration of chemical plants, food processing facilities, and healthcare campuses keeps demand for licensed industrial electricians consistently high.
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INTRODUCTION
Since 1869, we’ve connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover, Swanson, and V8. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
JOB TITLE: Maintenance Electrician (2nd Shift)
BUSINESS UNIT: Maintenance
REPORTS TO: Matt Ratzlaff
NUMBER AND TITLES OF DIRECT REPORTS: None
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Electrician position, which reports to the Maintenance Leader, provides technical support to Plant Operations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Outstanding electrical aptitude. Ability to troubleshoot and repair high-speed food processing/packaging equipment and robotics.
- PLC & Automation experience.
- Thorough working knowledge of industrial electricity, including operation and control of 120v through 480v systems and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and OE manuals.
- Scheduling flexibility, with availability for a second or third shift assignment, as well as weekend and overtime work.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer skills including Windows based systems and SAP system preferred.
- Maintain neat, clean, organized work area (immediate and surrounding); fully support all 5S initiatives.
- Communicate with previous/following shifts, as well as Machine Operators, Supervisors and Leaders, and other employees to ensure quality information flow in support of DDS and all continuous improvement initiatives.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
COMPLEXITY AND SCOPE:
No supervisory or budgeting responsibilities.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency with a vocational or technical focus (Training in Industrial Technology or a related field preferred).
- Prior industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: N/A
LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: N/A
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED: N/A
% OF TRAVEL REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

INTRODUCTION
Since 1869, we’ve connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover, Swanson, and V8. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
JOB TITLE: Maintenance Electrician (2nd Shift)
BUSINESS UNIT: Maintenance
REPORTS TO: Matt Ratzlaff
NUMBER AND TITLES OF DIRECT REPORTS: None
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Electrician position, which reports to the Maintenance Leader, provides technical support to Plant Operations.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Outstanding electrical aptitude. Ability to troubleshoot and repair high-speed food processing/packaging equipment and robotics.
- PLC & Automation experience.
- Thorough working knowledge of industrial electricity, including operation and control of 120v through 480v systems and equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and OE manuals.
- Scheduling flexibility, with availability for a second or third shift assignment, as well as weekend and overtime work.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer skills including Windows based systems and SAP system preferred.
- Maintain neat, clean, organized work area (immediate and surrounding); fully support all 5S initiatives.
- Communicate with previous/following shifts, as well as Machine Operators, Supervisors and Leaders, and other employees to ensure quality information flow in support of DDS and all continuous improvement initiatives.
DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
COMPLEXITY AND SCOPE:
No supervisory or budgeting responsibilities.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency with a vocational or technical focus (Training in Industrial Technology or a related field preferred).
- Prior industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food manufacturing environment.
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: N/A
LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED: N/A
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NEEDED: N/A
% OF TRAVEL REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: N/A
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for maintenance electricians in Pennsylvania?
Large manufacturers and industrial operators are the most active sponsors in Pennsylvania. Companies like U.S. Steel in Pittsburgh, Carpenter Technology in Reading, Air Products and Chemicals in Allentown, and various pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Philadelphia suburbs have sponsored skilled trades roles including maintenance electricians. Hospitals and university facilities management departments also hire and sponsor for these positions, particularly in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
Which visa types are most common for maintenance electrician roles in Pennsylvania?
The H-2B visa is sometimes used for temporary skilled trades placements, but the H-1B is less common for maintenance electrician roles since the position typically requires a vocational credential rather than a four-year degree. Employers more often pursue EB-3 green card sponsorship for permanent maintenance electrician hires, as that category covers skilled workers. TN visas are available to qualified Canadian and Mexican nationals in eligible occupations.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most maintenance electrician sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia leads in volume due to its concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospitals, and industrial facilities in surrounding Delaware and Montgomery Counties. Pittsburgh follows, driven by steel processing, glass manufacturing, and large healthcare systems like UPMC. The Lehigh Valley, particularly Allentown and Bethlehem, has grown significantly as a logistics and manufacturing hub, generating consistent demand for industrial electricians with maintenance specializations.
How to find maintenance electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate lists maintenance electrician roles in Pennsylvania filtered specifically for visa sponsorship, so you can avoid sifting through positions that won't support international candidates. Search by Pennsylvania location on Migrate Mate to surface openings at manufacturers, utilities, and facilities operators actively willing to sponsor. Focusing on industrial employers in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley tends to yield the strongest results for this trade.
Are there state-specific licensing or prevailing wage considerations for sponsored maintenance electricians in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not issue a single statewide electrician license; instead, licensing is managed at the municipal or county level, with Philadelphia having its own licensing requirements. Employers sponsoring workers under H-1B or EB-3 must comply with Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements for the specific Pennsylvania county where the work is performed, which vary between urban and rural areas. Candidates should confirm which local licenses the employer expects them to hold or obtain.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored maintenance electrician jobs in Pennsylvania?
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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