Energy Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas is one of the most active states for energy Green Card sponsorship, driven by a massive concentration of oil and gas majors, power utilities, and renewable energy developers. Companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron Phillips Chemical, and NRG Energy regularly sponsor international workers through EB-2 and EB-3 pathways. Houston anchors most activity, with additional opportunities in Midland, Odessa, and Austin.
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Position Summary
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
- Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
- Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
- Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
- May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
- Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 186042
Position Summary
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
- Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
- Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
- Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
- May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
- Inspect subordinate's work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing, fit for duty medical and background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Green Card Energy Job Roles in Texas
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Search Energy Jobs in TexasEnergy Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which energy companies in Texas sponsor Green Cards?
ExxonMobil, Chevron Phillips Chemical, ConocoPhillips, Shell USA, and NRG Energy are among the Texas-based energy employers with documented Green Card sponsorship histories. Midstream companies like Enterprise Products Partners and pipeline operators also file PERM labor certifications regularly. Sponsorship decisions vary by role, business need, and internal HR policy, so availability differs from year to year.
Which Texas cities have the most energy Green Card sponsorship jobs?
Houston dominates, functioning as the global headquarters hub for oil and gas majors, engineering firms, and LNG developers. Midland and Odessa concentrate Permian Basin upstream and oilfield services roles. Austin has growing demand in renewable energy and energy technology. San Antonio and Corpus Christi offer refining, pipeline, and power generation opportunities, particularly for operations and engineering professionals.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Texas?
Petroleum engineers, reservoir engineers, geoscientists, chemical engineers, electrical engineers specializing in power systems, and environmental compliance specialists are commonly sponsored through EB-2 and EB-3 categories. Roles requiring specialized technical degrees and where employers document labor shortages through the PERM process tend to qualify. General field technician positions are less commonly sponsored, though exceptions exist depending on employer size and workforce planning.
How do I find energy Green Card sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type and industry, making it straightforward to browse energy roles in Texas where employers have indicated Green Card sponsorship availability. Rather than sorting through general job postings with no sponsorship information, Migrate Mate surfaces positions relevant to your immigration pathway. Focusing your search on Houston and Midland will return the highest concentration of energy Green Card roles.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in the energy sector?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects prevailing wage calculations employers must certify during the PERM labor certification process. The concentration of energy employers in Houston means PERM filings in that metro area are frequent, giving immigration attorneys and in-house counsel familiarity with energy-specific job classifications. The Permian Basin's ongoing production activity also sustains consistent demand for sponsored engineering and geoscience roles in West Texas.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card energy jobs in Texas?
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.