Maintenance Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas is one of the country's largest markets for maintenance electrician visa sponsorship jobs, with demand concentrated in the petrochemical corridors of Houston, the manufacturing belt around San Antonio, and the sprawling data center campuses near Dallas and Austin. Major employers include Dow, ExxonMobil, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, and large industrial contractors like EMCOR and Quanta Services.
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INTRODUCTION
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
033733 2rd Shift-Sr. Maintenance Electrician - Fibre (Open)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
- Performs tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
- Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Uses hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hand and power tools.
- Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1-2 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge and Skills
- Demonstrates ability to operate machines, hand-tools and electrical equipment.
- Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
- Possesses basic troubleshooting experience and proven skills in machine repair.
- Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
- Welding, machining and fabrication experience a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range:
The pay for this position is $41.33 per hour. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

INTRODUCTION
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
OUR VISION:
Being the customer service company in the world.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
033733 2rd Shift-Sr. Maintenance Electrician - Fibre (Open)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
- Performs tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
- Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Uses hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
- Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hand and power tools.
- Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1-2 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge and Skills
- Demonstrates ability to operate machines, hand-tools and electrical equipment.
- Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
- Possesses basic troubleshooting experience and proven skills in machine repair.
- Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
- Welding, machining and fabrication experience a plus.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.
Compensation Range:
The pay for this position is $41.33 per hour. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.
Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits which are available for eligible colleagues effective day one.
EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
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Which companies sponsor visas for maintenance electricians in Texas?
Large industrial employers and specialty contractors account for most maintenance electrician sponsorships in Texas. Companies with a track record of H-2B and H-1B filings for skilled trades include EMCOR Group, Quanta Services, Dow Chemical, ExxonMobil, and Samsung Austin Semiconductor. Staffing firms serving the oil and gas sector along the Gulf Coast also appear regularly in Department of Labor disclosure data for electrician-related job titles.
Which visa types are most common for maintenance electrician roles in Texas?
Maintenance electricians in Texas are most commonly sponsored under the H-2B visa for temporary or seasonal industrial work, particularly during plant turnarounds and capital projects along the Gulf Coast. Some roles at large manufacturers qualify under the H-1B if the position requires a bachelor's-level specialty occupation, though this is less common for trade-based electrician work. TN status is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals whose roles meet the qualifying occupation criteria.
Which cities in Texas have the most maintenance electrician sponsorship jobs?
Houston and the surrounding Gulf Coast region generate the highest concentration of maintenance electrician sponsorship opportunities in Texas, driven by petrochemical plants, refineries, and LNG facilities. San Antonio has a growing manufacturing base, including semiconductor fabrication. Dallas and Austin attract sponsorships tied to data centers, commercial construction, and semiconductor campuses. Corpus Christi and Beaumont also see periodic demand during refinery turnaround seasons.
How to find maintenance electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate lists maintenance electrician roles in Texas that are open to visa sponsorship, letting you filter specifically by state and occupation rather than manually sorting through general job postings. Because sponsorship availability is rarely stated upfront in job ads, Migrate Mate's approach of surfacing employers with a history of sponsoring electrician-related roles in Texas saves significant research time for international candidates.
What should international maintenance electricians know before applying to Texas employers?
Texas does not require a state electrician license at the state level for all roles, but many municipalities, including Houston and Dallas, have their own licensing requirements. Employers sponsoring H-2B or H-1B workers must pay the Department of Labor prevailing wage for the specific work location and job classification. Candidates should verify that any job offer specifies the exact job site, as prevailing wage rates differ between metro areas and rural regions within Texas.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored maintenance electrician 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.
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