Electro-Mechanical Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Electro-mechanical technician roles sit at the intersection of electrical and mechanical systems, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa specialty occupation sponsorship when a bachelor's degree in a directly related engineering or technology field is on file. Employers in manufacturing, automation, and defense regularly file Labor Condition Applications for these positions.
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Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement:
Where you'll work:
Our Greenville, Missouri location is part of our Smoke and Grill Division and works with unique and interesting technologies that create condensed, natural smoke flavoring for our customers and brands. We’re proud to partner with the community we work in by actively volunteering with local organizations. We’re a team that is committed to helping each other succeed with a structured training plan and a committed, engaged supervisor. If you like working with a close-knit group that makes a big impact, we may be the place for you!
Shift Information: 6:55PM - 7:10AM, 4 on - 4 off schedule. $1.50 Shift differential for Night Shift.
Training: Training will be on day shift for the first 2 - 3 weeks.
What you'll do:
As an Electro-Mechanical Technician, you’ll troubleshoot, install, and maintain industrial electrical systems - running conduit and wiring for motors, lighting, and control devices and repair equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently. Document work orders in SAP, manage spare parts/tools, and follow all safety, environmental, and food-safety (HACCP/GMP) procedures.
Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to):
- Maintain critical spare parts and tool inventories to support timely maintenance.
- Troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and install plant equipment (e.g., pumps, motors, gearboxes) to keep operations running.
- Install conduit and wiring as needed for motors, lighting, and control devices such as valves, limit switches, etc.
- Perform fabrication/repair support tasks as needed (welding, cutting, basic plumbing).
- Coordinate with OEM service reps and qualified contractors for specialized repairs/installs when required.
- Maintain SAP/work orders, PM schedules, equipment history, and required documentation (manuals, schematics, logs).
- Recommend equipment upgrades/replacements and capture completed maintenance in daily records.
What you'll need to be successful:
Education/Certifications:
- High school diploma or GED (required).
- Technical trade school diploma/certification (preferred); welding certification (preferred).
Experience/Skills:
- 3–5 years maintenance/trade experience (manufacturing/industrial preferred); equivalent education/experience considered.
- Minimum 3 years in an industrial environment with PLC, VFD, and E&I exposure.
- Willing and able to learn new technology and upgrade skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to kneel, bend, squat, stoop, reach, stand, grip, push/pull, carry, and perform elevated work.
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Work overtime as needed and maintain a flexible schedule.
- PFT and respirator fit test (required).
- Work at heights, climb ladders, operate aerial lifts, and work in confined spaces.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $34 - $36 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on January 4, 2027.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI
Requisition ID: 67903
Position Type: (US)Full Time
Workplace Arrangement:
Where you'll work:
Our Greenville, Missouri location is part of our Smoke and Grill Division and works with unique and interesting technologies that create condensed, natural smoke flavoring for our customers and brands. We’re proud to partner with the community we work in by actively volunteering with local organizations. We’re a team that is committed to helping each other succeed with a structured training plan and a committed, engaged supervisor. If you like working with a close-knit group that makes a big impact, we may be the place for you!
Shift Information: 6:55PM - 7:10AM, 4 on - 4 off schedule. $1.50 Shift differential for Night Shift.
Training: Training will be on day shift for the first 2 - 3 weeks.
What you'll do:
As an Electro-Mechanical Technician, you’ll troubleshoot, install, and maintain industrial electrical systems - running conduit and wiring for motors, lighting, and control devices and repair equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently. Document work orders in SAP, manage spare parts/tools, and follow all safety, environmental, and food-safety (HACCP/GMP) procedures.
Important areas of operations you’ll work on (but are not limited to):
- Maintain critical spare parts and tool inventories to support timely maintenance.
- Troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and install plant equipment (e.g., pumps, motors, gearboxes) to keep operations running.
- Install conduit and wiring as needed for motors, lighting, and control devices such as valves, limit switches, etc.
- Perform fabrication/repair support tasks as needed (welding, cutting, basic plumbing).
- Coordinate with OEM service reps and qualified contractors for specialized repairs/installs when required.
- Maintain SAP/work orders, PM schedules, equipment history, and required documentation (manuals, schematics, logs).
- Recommend equipment upgrades/replacements and capture completed maintenance in daily records.
What you'll need to be successful:
Education/Certifications:
- High school diploma or GED (required).
- Technical trade school diploma/certification (preferred); welding certification (preferred).
Experience/Skills:
- 3–5 years maintenance/trade experience (manufacturing/industrial preferred); equivalent education/experience considered.
- Minimum 3 years in an industrial environment with PLC, VFD, and E&I exposure.
- Willing and able to learn new technology and upgrade skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to kneel, bend, squat, stoop, reach, stand, grip, push/pull, carry, and perform elevated work.
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Work overtime as needed and maintain a flexible schedule.
- PFT and respirator fit test (required).
- Work at heights, climb ladders, operate aerial lifts, and work in confined spaces.
Compensation Data
The pay range for this position is $34 - $36 per hour. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on January 4, 2027.
We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
Recruiter:
Posting Type: DNI
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Electro-Mechanical Technician
Document your credential equivalency early
If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. Electro-mechanical roles often require proof that your program covered both electrical theory and mechanical systems, not just one discipline.
Target manufacturers with active LCA histories
Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified Labor Condition Application filings for electro-mechanical or related engineering technician roles. Facilities in aerospace, industrial automation, and defense contracting file most consistently and understand the sponsorship process.
Align your resume to specialty occupation standards
H-1B eligibility hinges on the role requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Frame your resume around systems integration, PLC programming, or servo-motor diagnostics rather than general maintenance, which is harder to defend as a specialty occupation.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must certify your wage meets DOL prevailing wage levels on the Labor Condition Application. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your occupation code and work location before you receive a written offer.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled if you hold STEM OPT
If you're extending F-1 OPT under STEM, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign Form I-983 with you. Manufacturing employers sometimes assume enrollment is optional; it isn't for STEM OPT, and working without it violates your authorization.
Push for premium processing on your I-129 petition
Electro-mechanical technician roles are common at project-driven employers where start dates matter. Ask your employer to file for premium processing with USCIS, which guarantees a decision within a defined window and avoids delays that can cost you a project assignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an electro-mechanical technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like electrical engineering technology or mechatronics. If the job description allows any bachelor's degree or substitutes experience freely for education, the specialty occupation argument weakens. Employers in defense and advanced manufacturing tend to write stronger job requirements that hold up to scrutiny.
What degree does an employer typically require to sponsor an electro-mechanical technician on an H-1B?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, electromechanical engineering, or a closely related discipline. Associate degrees with significant work experience don't meet H-1B specialty occupation standards on their own. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a NACES-approved credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's is essential before your employer files.
Which visa types are realistic for electro-mechanical technicians seeking U.S. sponsorship?
H-1B is the primary path if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the position maps to a qualifying USMCA profession, though electro-mechanical technician is not always a clean fit. F-1 STEM OPT bridges the gap for recent graduates while an H-1B petition is pending. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is possible once you're established with an employer willing to run PERM.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor electro-mechanical technicians?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship histories for technical and engineering roles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the LCA and H-1B process. Targeting employers who have sponsored similar roles before saves time and reduces the risk of an employer backing out when they discover the full filing requirements.
Can an electro-mechanical technician role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. EB-3 skilled worker covers positions requiring at least two years of training or experience, and many electro-mechanical roles meet that threshold even without a four-year degree requirement. Your employer files a PERM labor certification with DOL first, advertising the role to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Country of birth affects how long you wait for a visa number to become available.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Electro-Mechanical Technician jobs?
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.