Transportation OPT Jobs in Washington
Washington's transportation sector spans freight logistics hubs in Seattle and Tacoma, aviation operations at Sea-Tac International Airport, and supply chain roles tied to major employers like Amazon, BNSF Railway, and the Port of Seattle. F-1 OPT candidates with degrees in supply chain, logistics, or transportation engineering will find a range of sponsorship-eligible roles across the state.
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Responsibilities
MV Transportation is seeking an IT Help Desk Support. This individual shall be a self-starter, highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The IT Help Desk Support is responsible for handling various technology issues related to a transit environment and supporting corporate infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for providing Trapeze software direction, desktop, server and network support for client operations according to Service Level Agreements (SLA). This includes, but not limited to, desktop and server repair, network maintenance, helpdesk tickets, disaster recovery and other projects as assigned.
- Support of analog, Digital, or VOIP telephone System, T-1, fax and DSL lines.
- Responsible for supporting local technologies related to transit operations, such as Mobile Data Terminals (MDT)/in vehicle tablets, and Trapeze reservation software platform.
- Manage servers at local division; domain controller, file, application and database (MS SQL SVR).
- Meet and interact with client agencies providing reports and updates for local divisional office.
- Close interaction with the client’s IT department.
- Managing complex IT projects, IT employees and outside vendors.
- Developing strategic operations and investment plans that weight costs, benefits, opportunities and risks of various IT investment approaches.
- Controlling and minimize costs.
- Ensuring suitable documentation exists and is maintained for IT operations and software development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Talent Requirements:
- Highly proficient with Trapeze transit software is a MUST.
- Proficiency with Active Directory, relational databases (MS SQL Server preferable) and networking.
- Proficient with the company's major IT systems, services and technology frameworks (e.g. cloud computing, server virtualization, application delivery controller, etc.).
- Thorough understanding of computer, server, network, printer and peripheral hardware.
- Experience supporting Windows 7, 10, Server, 2012 & 16, and Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications:
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
- Experience with desktop, server and network management tools.
- Experience with Cisco switches and routers.
- Familiar with backup and disaster recovery.
MV Transportation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.
INTRODUCTION
If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights.
Responsibilities
MV Transportation is seeking an IT Help Desk Support. This individual shall be a self-starter, highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The IT Help Desk Support is responsible for handling various technology issues related to a transit environment and supporting corporate infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for providing Trapeze software direction, desktop, server and network support for client operations according to Service Level Agreements (SLA). This includes, but not limited to, desktop and server repair, network maintenance, helpdesk tickets, disaster recovery and other projects as assigned.
- Support of analog, Digital, or VOIP telephone System, T-1, fax and DSL lines.
- Responsible for supporting local technologies related to transit operations, such as Mobile Data Terminals (MDT)/in vehicle tablets, and Trapeze reservation software platform.
- Manage servers at local division; domain controller, file, application and database (MS SQL SVR).
- Meet and interact with client agencies providing reports and updates for local divisional office.
- Close interaction with the client’s IT department.
- Managing complex IT projects, IT employees and outside vendors.
- Developing strategic operations and investment plans that weight costs, benefits, opportunities and risks of various IT investment approaches.
- Controlling and minimize costs.
- Ensuring suitable documentation exists and is maintained for IT operations and software development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Talent Requirements:
- Highly proficient with Trapeze transit software is a MUST.
- Proficiency with Active Directory, relational databases (MS SQL Server preferable) and networking.
- Proficient with the company's major IT systems, services and technology frameworks (e.g. cloud computing, server virtualization, application delivery controller, etc.).
- Thorough understanding of computer, server, network, printer and peripheral hardware.
- Experience supporting Windows 7, 10, Server, 2012 & 16, and Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Qualifications:
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
- Experience with desktop, server and network management tools.
- Experience with Cisco switches and routers.
- Familiar with backup and disaster recovery.
MV Transportation is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Where permissible under applicable state and local law, applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment.
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Search Transportation Jobs in WashingtonTransportation OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which transportation companies in Washington sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Several large employers in Washington have established records of hiring F-1 OPT candidates in transportation and logistics roles. Amazon's global logistics and last-mile delivery operations are headquartered in Seattle and regularly hire supply chain analysts and operations specialists. The Port of Seattle, BNSF Railway, Alaska Airlines, and freight companies operating through the Tacoma tideflats also appear in OPT hiring patterns. Sponsorship availability varies by role, department, and hiring cycle, so confirming directly with each employer is important.
Which cities in Washington have the most transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and Tacoma account for the largest share of transportation F-1 OPT opportunities in Washington. Seattle's concentration of tech-driven logistics companies and airline operations makes it particularly active for supply chain and operations analyst roles. Tacoma's port and freight corridor supports demand for logistics coordinators and transportation planners. Bellevue and Redmond also see spillover hiring from Seattle-area employers with transportation and supply chain functions.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Washington?
Roles that align with a qualifying degree field are most likely to be OPT-eligible. In Washington's transportation sector, this typically includes supply chain analyst, logistics coordinator, transportation planner, operations research analyst, and freight data analyst positions. Roles requiring applied knowledge of industrial engineering, systems engineering, or business analytics tend to satisfy the degree-relatedness standard. Hands-on driving, warehousing, or manual operations roles generally do not qualify, as they fall outside the academic training purpose of OPT.
How do I find transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry and location. Searching for transportation roles in Washington on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have indicated willingness to sponsor, saving time compared to manually screening general job listings. Filtering by city, such as Seattle or Tacoma, and by role type, such as logistics analyst or supply chain coordinator, helps narrow results to positions that fit both your degree and your authorization window.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in transportation?
Washington's transportation industry is closely tied to international trade through the Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma, which means many roles involve cross-border logistics and customs compliance, areas where international candidates with relevant degrees can bring practical knowledge. OPT candidates in STEM-designated programs, such as supply chain management or industrial engineering, may be eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if their employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which many large Washington logistics and aviation employers already are. Confirming E-Verify enrollment with prospective employers early in the hiring process is advisable.