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General maintenance workers can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the role requires specialized technical knowledge and a relevant degree. While basic maintenance positions typically don't meet specialty occupation requirements, roles involving complex systems, HVAC certification, or facility management often do qualify for visa sponsorship. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 109924
Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.
People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.
We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
In September 2008, under the Department of Defense’s Utility Privatization Program, American Water was awarded ownership and a 50-year contract for the operations and maintenance of the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems and treatment facilities at Fort Johnson in Leesville, Louisiana. Our responsibilities include system capital investment, regulatory and environmental compliance, planning, asset recapitalization, and long term operations and maintenance. The potable water distribution system consists of ground water supply, treatment, storage, and piping. There are twelve active wells supplying water through a network of 100 miles of pipe and being stored in 14 elevated and ground tanks with a combined capacity of 7 million gallons. The wastewater collection system includes two wastewater treatment plants with a capacity of 1.4 and 3.8 million gallons per day (MGD) both serviced by 82 miles of pipe. The water and wastewater systems at Fort Johnson serve a population of just under 20,000.
Primary Role
This position performs technical work in the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater systems. This position also assists in the Operations of the Water/Wastewater Treatment plants on an as needed basis. Annual average of time this position works in Repair & Maintenance versus Operations is as follows: 90% Repair & Maintenance and 10% Operations. Position may require some overtime, weekend, and holiday work as well as On-Call responsibility.
Key Accountabilities
- Using a company vehicle, performs repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance on water distribution systems, valves, hydrants, meters and mains and on wastewater collection systems, mains, manholes, clean outs etc. process equipment including pumps, blowers, motors and maintains pumps, electrical controls, emergency signaling and related components.
- Cleans and maintains wet wells, lift stations, grounds, facilities and related equipment.
- Prepares orders for maintenance materials, supplies, spare parts and equipment.
- Makes equipment adjustments and reports any serious equipment problems.
- Maintains computerized and manual records and prepares reports pertaining to the operation of the water distribution & collection systems, reviews daily work orders, completes daily reports, and makes changes as required to meet operating requirements.
- Identifies, schedules and coordinates the work of outside utility maintenance contractors in support of project.
- Follows Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies. Wear and work in proper personal protective equipment. Drives a company vehicle during scheduled work hours.
- Assist with operational tasks in conjunction with operators or as directed by operators.
- Performs other related functions assigned or as they become apparent or as management assigns.
Knowledge/Skills
- Effectively and safely operates hand tools, pneumatic tools, air compressors and other small equipment related to the maintenance trades and water distribution and wastewater collection systems operations.
- Hands-on experience in light duty electrical power systems (240 V/ single and three phase) and instrumentation calibration and use.
- Ability to use and direct excavation crews for repairs of underground utilities, including past demonstrated experience using backhoe and driving a small dump truck.
- Knowledge of mechanical operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and water and wastewater systems.
- Knowledge of electrical systems related to equipment in assigned work area.
- Knowledge of proper operation of hydraulic, pneumatic and telemetry equipment.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
- Knowledge of water and wastewater processes including ability to operate basic water distribution and wastewater collection systems independently.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Experience/Education
- 0-2 years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems, wastewater Lift Stations etc.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Additional trade specific courses preferred.
Schedule/Work Environment
- Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm
- Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions.
- Employee may be required to work where regularly they may be exposed to fumes, dust and odors.
- Some high noise levels from operations of equipment.
- Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc.
- May have to work after normal work hours for on-call assignments.
- In addition to American Water’s pre-employment screenings, this position requires the ability to pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation.
Certifications/Licenses
- Must possess a valid, active state license. Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. Must be able to successfully pass a motor vehicle background check.
- Prefer state certified Water and Wastewater Operator license.
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Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing™
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Requisition ID: 109924
Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.
People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.
We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.
About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.
In September 2008, under the Department of Defense’s Utility Privatization Program, American Water was awarded ownership and a 50-year contract for the operations and maintenance of the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems and treatment facilities at Fort Johnson in Leesville, Louisiana. Our responsibilities include system capital investment, regulatory and environmental compliance, planning, asset recapitalization, and long term operations and maintenance. The potable water distribution system consists of ground water supply, treatment, storage, and piping. There are twelve active wells supplying water through a network of 100 miles of pipe and being stored in 14 elevated and ground tanks with a combined capacity of 7 million gallons. The wastewater collection system includes two wastewater treatment plants with a capacity of 1.4 and 3.8 million gallons per day (MGD) both serviced by 82 miles of pipe. The water and wastewater systems at Fort Johnson serve a population of just under 20,000.
Primary Role
This position performs technical work in the maintenance and repair of water/wastewater systems. This position also assists in the Operations of the Water/Wastewater Treatment plants on an as needed basis. Annual average of time this position works in Repair & Maintenance versus Operations is as follows: 90% Repair & Maintenance and 10% Operations. Position may require some overtime, weekend, and holiday work as well as On-Call responsibility.
Key Accountabilities
- Using a company vehicle, performs repairs, preventive and corrective maintenance on water distribution systems, valves, hydrants, meters and mains and on wastewater collection systems, mains, manholes, clean outs etc. process equipment including pumps, blowers, motors and maintains pumps, electrical controls, emergency signaling and related components.
- Cleans and maintains wet wells, lift stations, grounds, facilities and related equipment.
- Prepares orders for maintenance materials, supplies, spare parts and equipment.
- Makes equipment adjustments and reports any serious equipment problems.
- Maintains computerized and manual records and prepares reports pertaining to the operation of the water distribution & collection systems, reviews daily work orders, completes daily reports, and makes changes as required to meet operating requirements.
- Identifies, schedules and coordinates the work of outside utility maintenance contractors in support of project.
- Follows Company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies. Wear and work in proper personal protective equipment. Drives a company vehicle during scheduled work hours.
- Assist with operational tasks in conjunction with operators or as directed by operators.
- Performs other related functions assigned or as they become apparent or as management assigns.
Knowledge/Skills
- Effectively and safely operates hand tools, pneumatic tools, air compressors and other small equipment related to the maintenance trades and water distribution and wastewater collection systems operations.
- Hands-on experience in light duty electrical power systems (240 V/ single and three phase) and instrumentation calibration and use.
- Ability to use and direct excavation crews for repairs of underground utilities, including past demonstrated experience using backhoe and driving a small dump truck.
- Knowledge of mechanical operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and water and wastewater systems.
- Knowledge of electrical systems related to equipment in assigned work area.
- Knowledge of proper operation of hydraulic, pneumatic and telemetry equipment.
- Knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
- Knowledge of water and wastewater processes including ability to operate basic water distribution and wastewater collection systems independently.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Experience/Education
- 0-2 years’ experience in maintenance of water distribution systems, water pump stations and wastewater collection systems, wastewater Lift Stations etc.
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Additional trade specific courses preferred.
Schedule/Work Environment
- Monday - Friday 7am - 3:30pm
- Employee may be required to work indoor or outdoor work during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions.
- Employee may be required to work where regularly they may be exposed to fumes, dust and odors.
- Some high noise levels from operations of equipment.
- Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing an approved respirator as required, as some required work may have potential for exposure to harmful contaminants, environments, noise, etc.
- May have to work after normal work hours for on-call assignments.
- In addition to American Water’s pre-employment screenings, this position requires the ability to pass a Department of Defense background check for access to the military installation.
Certifications/Licenses
- Must possess a valid, active state license. Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. Must be able to successfully pass a motor vehicle background check.
- Prefer state certified Water and Wastewater Operator license.
LI-BH1
LI-Onsite
Join American Water... We Keep Life Flowing™
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding General Maintenance Worker Jobs
Target facility management roles over basic maintenance
Positions requiring building automation systems, energy management, or preventive maintenance planning are more likely to qualify for H-1B sponsorship than general repair work.
Highlight technical certifications and specialized training
EPA certification, HVAC licenses, electrical training, or facility management credentials strengthen your case for specialty occupation classification beyond basic maintenance skills.
Focus on employers with complex facilities
Hospitals, universities, manufacturing plants, and data centers need specialized maintenance knowledge that supports H-1B eligibility better than standard office buildings.
Emphasize degree requirements in job descriptions
Work with employers to ensure job postings specify that an engineering, facilities management, or technical degree is required for the position.
Consider maintenance supervisor or coordinator titles
Leadership roles involving staff management, budget oversight, or system design are more likely to meet specialty occupation standards than individual contributor positions.
Document specialized knowledge and complex systems
Maintain records of advanced equipment you work with, technical training completed, and complex problem-solving that demonstrates specialized knowledge beyond general maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do general maintenance workers qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Most general maintenance positions don't qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship because they don't meet the specialty occupation requirement. However, roles involving facility management, building automation systems, or specialized technical knowledge can qualify when they require a relevant degree.
What degree do I need for maintenance worker visa sponsorship?
Engineering, facilities management, construction management, or related technical degrees work best. The key is that your degree must directly relate to the specialized aspects of the maintenance role, not just general repair work.
How to find General Maintenance Worker jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find General Maintenance Worker jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international workers with employers offering visa support. Focus on industries like hospitality, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and property management companies that frequently sponsor H-2B visa or EB-3 visas for maintenance positions. These employers often have ongoing needs for skilled maintenance staff.
Which maintenance roles are most likely to get sponsored?
Facility management positions, HVAC specialists, building automation technicians, and maintenance supervisors have better sponsorship prospects. Roles at hospitals, universities, or manufacturing facilities with complex systems are more likely to qualify than basic property maintenance.
Can maintenance workers get sponsored without an engineering degree?
Yes, but it's challenging. You'll need extensive specialized experience that demonstrates knowledge equivalent to a degree. Technical certifications, specialized training, and complex systems experience can help bridge the gap, though approval rates are lower.
What's the difference between maintenance worker and facilities manager for sponsorship?
Facilities managers typically qualify more easily because they oversee building operations, manage budgets, supervise staff, and require strategic planning. These management responsibilities align better with specialty occupation requirements than hands-on repair tasks.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored General Maintenance Worker 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.