Mechanic Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas mechanic jobs with visa sponsorship are concentrated in the Houston energy corridor, Dallas-Fort Worth's massive auto dealer networks, and San Antonio's military contractor base. Major employers include AutoNation, Penske Automotive Group, and commercial fleet operators tied to the state's oil and gas infrastructure. Texas's scale means consistent demand across diesel, aviation, and heavy equipment specializations.
Find Mechanic JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 535+ Mechanic Jobs in Texas with Visa Sponsorship
See all 535+ Mechanic Jobs in Texas with Visa Sponsorship
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Mechanic Jobs in Texas with Visa Sponsorship.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service), you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs on complex equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards higher levels of Service Technician and leadership roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.
What you'll do:
- Safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems
- Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
- Assist in the training of lower level technicians as needed
- Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Other duties assigned as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
- Strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines
- Must own tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- An inclusive and welcoming culture
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings.
For Canadian benefits, click here.
United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
COMPENSATION
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
INTRODUCTION
Great company. Great people. Great opportunities.
If you’d like the chance to make your mark with the world’s largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Field Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech III - Field Service), you’ll use your skills to perform maintenance and repairs on complex equipment in a safe and professional manner. Every day, you can improve and challenge yourself, and if you have the desire and ambition, you’ll have the potential to work towards higher levels of Service Technician and leadership roles in our Service Department. Like every member of our team, we will rely on you to provide exceptional customer service to our customers.
What you'll do:
- Safe maintenance and repair of a variety of complex rental equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems
- Travel to customer job sites for repair/maintenance of rental or customer owned equipment; must maintain service vehicle in a clean and professional manner
- Assist in the training of lower level technicians as needed
- Maintain paperwork/electronic documentation of work performed (work orders) in a complete and timely manner on a daily basis
- Assist with pick-up and delivery of equipment & parts
- Other duties assigned as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
- 3-5 years of experience repairing/maintaining equipment and tools
- Advanced mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of tools
- Strong mechanical background knowledge of various engines
- Must own tools applicable to position
- Superior customer service, teamwork and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to frequently lift items up to 45 lbs.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive for purposes of United Rentals’ policies and procedures.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We don’t just “talk the talk!” We’re an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2026) that truly cares about our people - That’s why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- An inclusive and welcoming culture
Explore our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings.
For Canadian benefits, click here.
United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we’re ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
COMPENSATION
United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.
Mechanic Job Roles in Texas
See all 535+ Mechanic Jobs in Texas
Sign up for free to filter by visa type, set job alerts, and find employers with verified sponsorship history.
Search Mechanic Jobs in TexasMechanic Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for mechanics in Texas?
Large automotive dealer groups like AutoNation and Penske Automotive Group have sponsored mechanics in Texas, as have heavy equipment companies serving the oil and gas sector and commercial fleet operators. Airlines with maintenance hubs at Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston's airports also sponsor aviation mechanics. Sponsorship is more common at larger operations with dedicated HR infrastructure than at independent repair shops.
Which visa types are most common for mechanic roles in Texas?
The H-2B visa is used for temporary, non-agricultural positions including mechanics when employers can demonstrate a seasonal or peak-load need. Skilled mechanics with a qualifying bachelor's degree or its equivalent in a specific technical field may be considered under the H-1B visa, though this is uncommon for most mechanic roles. EB-3 immigrant visas are another pathway employers use for skilled or semi-skilled positions on a permanent basis.
Which cities in Texas have the most mechanic sponsorship jobs?
Houston leads due to its concentration of energy-sector fleets, petrochemical plant equipment, and two major airports requiring aviation mechanics. Dallas-Fort Worth follows with one of the country's largest concentrations of auto dealerships and a major American Airlines maintenance operation. San Antonio has demand from military contractors at Joint Base San Antonio, and Austin's growth has expanded commercial vehicle fleet needs significantly.
How to find mechanic visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters mechanic roles specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can browse Texas openings without sorting through employers who won't support an international hire. The platform covers positions across automotive, diesel, aviation, and heavy equipment categories throughout Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Austin. Filtering by role type and location helps identify which employers have an active sponsorship track record in this state.
Are there any Texas-specific factors that affect mechanic visa sponsorship?
Texas has no state income tax, which affects prevailing wage comparisons employers must consider when filing a Labor Condition Application or similar documentation. The state's energy industry creates sustained demand for industrial and heavy equipment mechanics, making sponsorship more viable in that sector than in general automotive repair. Employers in oil-producing regions like the Permian Basin and along the Gulf Coast tend to recruit internationally when local labor supply is tight.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mechanic 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.