Automotive Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
Tennessee's automotive sector centers around Nissan's Smyrna manufacturing facility, General Motors' Spring Hill plant, and Volkswagen's Chattanooga assembly operation. These major manufacturers, along with suppliers like Bridgestone Americas and automotive parts companies throughout Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, regularly sponsor H-1B visas for engineering roles, manufacturing specialists, and technical positions.
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INTRODUCTION
TruckPro is seeking a Parts Counter Specialist for Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Truck Parts. This position is responsible for performing sales activities inside the store by providing customer service and developing sales relationships with customers over the phone, via email, and in person.
Benefits for Parts Counter Specialist:
- Competitive Pay
- Day Shift; may involve an occasional Saturday store support
- Paid Training
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401K -- with company match
- Paid Time Off -- NO WAITING PERIOD
- Paid Holidays
- Company culture grounded in customer service and values its people
Parts Counter Specialist Responsibilities Includes:
- Assist with determining customer needs for heavy duty truck parts
- Suggest additional parts to meet their needs
- Assist customers with parts warranties
- Support outside sales Account Managers by processing sales
- Assist with parts transfers as needed
- Generate order tickets, pull parts from inventory
- Maintain inside sales skills and product knowledge for all TruckPro parts and services
Successful Parts Counter Specialist Candidates Will Have:
- 1-2 years' experience in heavy-duty truck parts
- Passion for customer service
- Strong desire for continuous learning in heavy duty parts
- Desire to work in a team environment
- Strong Communication (verbal & written)
- Excellent organization and time management
- Valid driver's license with good driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs
TruckPro offers a stimulating workplace based on open collaboration, personal development, and future opportunities. Our continued success thrives on the attraction and retention of spirited people who share our passion for customer service.
Physical Requirements:
These physical demands are representative of those an associate must meet to be able to successfully perform the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties:
- The role is a physically active role
- Will be required to lift, pick, pull, and stock heavy duty truck parts that might be in excess of 50+ lbs with lift assist devices
- Will be required to stand for long periods of time on a variety of surfaces and will be required to operate a forklift
- Will frequently be required to: walking, bending, twisting, stepping, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing and climbing
- Will frequently use a computer in the course of completing daily activities
Work Environment:
The work environment described are representative of those an associate encountered while performing the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.
- The associate will be regularly exposed typical inside and outside environmental conditions, including, but not limited to dirt, dust, vibration, minimal chemical hazards, noise and temperature variances
- Exposure to hazards or physical risks, associated with a warehouse, vehicle services, and retail operations, which require following basic safety precautions
E-Verify:
TruckPro validates right to work using E-Verify. TruckPro will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
TruckPro is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

INTRODUCTION
TruckPro is seeking a Parts Counter Specialist for Heavy-Duty Aftermarket Truck Parts. This position is responsible for performing sales activities inside the store by providing customer service and developing sales relationships with customers over the phone, via email, and in person.
Benefits for Parts Counter Specialist:
- Competitive Pay
- Day Shift; may involve an occasional Saturday store support
- Paid Training
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401K -- with company match
- Paid Time Off -- NO WAITING PERIOD
- Paid Holidays
- Company culture grounded in customer service and values its people
Parts Counter Specialist Responsibilities Includes:
- Assist with determining customer needs for heavy duty truck parts
- Suggest additional parts to meet their needs
- Assist customers with parts warranties
- Support outside sales Account Managers by processing sales
- Assist with parts transfers as needed
- Generate order tickets, pull parts from inventory
- Maintain inside sales skills and product knowledge for all TruckPro parts and services
Successful Parts Counter Specialist Candidates Will Have:
- 1-2 years' experience in heavy-duty truck parts
- Passion for customer service
- Strong desire for continuous learning in heavy duty parts
- Desire to work in a team environment
- Strong Communication (verbal & written)
- Excellent organization and time management
- Valid driver's license with good driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs
TruckPro offers a stimulating workplace based on open collaboration, personal development, and future opportunities. Our continued success thrives on the attraction and retention of spirited people who share our passion for customer service.
Physical Requirements:
These physical demands are representative of those an associate must meet to be able to successfully perform the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties:
- The role is a physically active role
- Will be required to lift, pick, pull, and stock heavy duty truck parts that might be in excess of 50+ lbs with lift assist devices
- Will be required to stand for long periods of time on a variety of surfaces and will be required to operate a forklift
- Will frequently be required to: walking, bending, twisting, stepping, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing and climbing
- Will frequently use a computer in the course of completing daily activities
Work Environment:
The work environment described are representative of those an associate encountered while performing the primary duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary duties.
- The associate will be regularly exposed typical inside and outside environmental conditions, including, but not limited to dirt, dust, vibration, minimal chemical hazards, noise and temperature variances
- Exposure to hazards or physical risks, associated with a warehouse, vehicle services, and retail operations, which require following basic safety precautions
E-Verify:
TruckPro validates right to work using E-Verify. TruckPro will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
TruckPro is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Which automotive companies sponsor visas in Tennessee?
Major visa sponsors include Nissan (Smyrna and Franklin), General Motors (Spring Hill), Volkswagen (Chattanooga), and Bridgestone Americas (Nashville). Tier 1 suppliers like Magna International, Denso Manufacturing, and Calsonic Kansei also sponsor H-1B visas for engineers, quality specialists, and manufacturing technicians across Tennessee's automotive corridor.
How to find automotive visa sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for automotive positions in Tennessee that offer visa sponsorship. Filter by location (Nashville, Chattanooga, Memphis, Smyrna) and automotive companies known to sponsor visas. Many positions are concentrated around major manufacturing hubs where Nissan, GM, and Volkswagen operate their facilities.
Which visa types are most common for automotive roles in Tennessee?
H-1B visas dominate for automotive engineering positions, quality assurance roles, and manufacturing process specialists. Some senior roles qualify for O-1 visas, while automotive companies also sponsor L-1 visas for intracompany transfers from international operations. TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican engineers at border-adjacent facilities.
Which Tennessee cities have the most automotive visa sponsorship jobs?
Smyrna leads with Nissan's massive manufacturing complex, followed by Spring Hill (GM), and Chattanooga (Volkswagen). Nashville offers opportunities at Bridgestone Americas headquarters and numerous suppliers. Memphis provides logistics and distribution roles, while smaller cities like Franklin host automotive technology centers requiring specialized talent.
Do Tennessee automotive companies face specific visa sponsorship challenges?
Tennessee's automotive sector benefits from lower prevailing wages compared to Michigan or California, making H-1B sponsorship more cost-effective. The state's concentration of Japanese (Nissan, Bridgestone) and German (Volkswagen) companies creates pathways for L-1 transfers. University partnerships with Tennessee Tech and Vanderbilt provide co-op programs leading to visa sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored automotive jobs in Tennessee?
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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