Infrastructure Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Infrastructure Specialist roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, meaning your employer files the LCA and I-129 petition on your behalf. With strong demand across cloud, networking, and data center teams, sponsored positions are available year-round, no lottery exemption required, but timing your job search around the annual H-1B cap cycle matters.
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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Infrastructure Operations Specialist provides quality technical support to end users at the Hy-Vee Lomar Distribution Center (LDC) in Cumming, Iowa, with emphasis on friendliness, courtesy and customer service.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides high-level support of computers, printers, handheld scanners, applications, network, mobile devices, and user accounts
- Maintains, analyzes, and repairs hardware/software/network technology throughout the distribution center, including the pick towers
- Analyzes, documents, and escalates calls as appropriate
- Perform overnight/weekend and on-call support when scheduled
- Perform onsite visits for installations and troubleshooting
- Identifies common problems and suggests solutions
- Reports to work when scheduled and on time
Technical / Business Expertise
- Intellectually curious, strategic thinker who enjoys creative problem solving
- Must be able to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations
- Must be able to compose or edit original correspondence; follow technical manuals; evaluate technical data; interview to obtain basic information; and have increased contact with people
- Must be able to physically perform light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
- Visual requirements include clarity of vision at distance of less than 20 inches and up to 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, and color vision
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, fingering, talking, and hearing
- Must be comfortable working in a variety of conditions - indoors/outdoors, refrigerated/ambient spaces when required
- Demonstrable ability to correlate business functions to hardware and software needs
- Demonstrate an aptitude to learn technical components of software and infrastructure
- Proficient with issue tracking and workflow software
Experience and Education
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One year or more of additional schooling with emphasis in computer technology/science is beneficial
- Similar support or practical experience with applications/systems in related field are highly beneficial
Physical Requirements
- Visual requirements include clarity of vision at distance of less than 20 inches and up to 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, and color vision
- Must be able to physically perform light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
- Must be physically able to perform sedentary work: operating a computer, occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking
- Must be able to walk for extended periods throughout the day and frequently climb stairs, including in the pick towers
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
WORKING CONDITIONS
The duties for this position are performed onsite at the Lomar Distribution Center (LDC) in Cumming, Iowa, full-time, with the opportunity to work remotely when needed. The role involves a lot of walking throughout the day and frequent stair climbing, including in the pick towers. Work takes place in a warehouse environment, including refrigerated and ambient spaces. There is weekly pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a day.
EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB
Laptop and desktop computer, telephone, copier, fax, printer, PC with Microsoft Office programs and other software relevant to specific position.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
None
CONTACTS
Has frequent contact with office personnel in other departments related to the position as well as occasional contact with users and customers.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Has access to confidential information.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
INTRODUCTION
At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Infrastructure Operations Specialist provides quality technical support to end users at the Hy-Vee Lomar Distribution Center (LDC) in Cumming, Iowa, with emphasis on friendliness, courtesy and customer service.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides high-level support of computers, printers, handheld scanners, applications, network, mobile devices, and user accounts
- Maintains, analyzes, and repairs hardware/software/network technology throughout the distribution center, including the pick towers
- Analyzes, documents, and escalates calls as appropriate
- Perform overnight/weekend and on-call support when scheduled
- Perform onsite visits for installations and troubleshooting
- Identifies common problems and suggests solutions
- Reports to work when scheduled and on time
Technical / Business Expertise
- Intellectually curious, strategic thinker who enjoys creative problem solving
- Must be able to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations
- Must be able to compose or edit original correspondence; follow technical manuals; evaluate technical data; interview to obtain basic information; and have increased contact with people
- Must be able to physically perform light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
- Visual requirements include clarity of vision at distance of less than 20 inches and up to 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, and color vision
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, fingering, talking, and hearing
- Must be comfortable working in a variety of conditions - indoors/outdoors, refrigerated/ambient spaces when required
- Demonstrable ability to correlate business functions to hardware and software needs
- Demonstrate an aptitude to learn technical components of software and infrastructure
- Proficient with issue tracking and workflow software
Experience and Education
- High School diploma or equivalent
- One year or more of additional schooling with emphasis in computer technology/science is beneficial
- Similar support or practical experience with applications/systems in related field are highly beneficial
Physical Requirements
- Visual requirements include clarity of vision at distance of less than 20 inches and up to 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, and color vision
- Must be able to physically perform light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
- Must be physically able to perform sedentary work: operating a computer, occasionally lifting or carrying objects of no more than 10 pounds, and occasionally standing or walking
- Must be able to walk for extended periods throughout the day and frequently climb stairs, including in the pick towers
- Must be able to perform the following physical activities: stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
WORKING CONDITIONS
The duties for this position are performed onsite at the Lomar Distribution Center (LDC) in Cumming, Iowa, full-time, with the opportunity to work remotely when needed. The role involves a lot of walking throughout the day and frequent stair climbing, including in the pick towers. Work takes place in a warehouse environment, including refrigerated and ambient spaces. There is weekly pressure to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks in a day.
EQUIPMENT USED TO PERFORM JOB
Laptop and desktop computer, telephone, copier, fax, printer, PC with Microsoft Office programs and other software relevant to specific position.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
None
CONTACTS
Has frequent contact with office personnel in other departments related to the position as well as occasional contact with users and customers.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Has access to confidential information.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Infrastructure Specialist
Map your degree to the role
Infrastructure Specialist positions span networking, cloud, and systems administration. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific focus area and confirm your degree field aligns closely enough to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation requirements before applying.
Target companies with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Infrastructure Specialist or related titles. Verified filing history tells you which companies have an established sponsorship process, cutting out months of back-and-forth with HR.
Get your certifications documented early
Certifications like AWS Solutions Architect, Cisco CCNP, or Azure Administrator strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition. Keep official transcripts and certification records ready before you reach the offer stage so your employer's attorney can file without delays.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status upfront
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government contractors are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. If you're open to those environments, confirm cap-exempt status during your first recruiter conversation, not after an offer is extended.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run your role and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor and can flag any offer that could create an LCA compliance problem.
Confirm the filing timeline against your status expiry
If you're transitioning from OPT or another employer's H-1B, your attorney needs to file well before your current authorization expires. USCIS allows H-1B portability once a new petition is filed, but confirm your employer's internal procurement and legal timelines won't create a gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Infrastructure Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering. Roles focused on cloud architecture, network engineering, or systems integration typically meet this standard, though job descriptions that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can create problems during adjudication.
Which visa types realistically cover Infrastructure Specialist positions?
H-1B is the most common path for employer-sponsored full-time roles. Australian nationals can use the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a cap that has never been exhausted. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to a recognized USMCA profession such as Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer. F-1 students can work in related roles during OPT or STEM OPT before transitioning to employer sponsorship.
How do I find Infrastructure Specialist jobs where employers are actively sponsoring visas?
Browse Migrate Mate to find Infrastructure Specialist roles posted by employers with verified sponsorship history. Filtering to employers who have previously filed for this role type saves significant time compared to cold-applying and then discovering the company has never sponsored before.
Does my specific infrastructure specialization affect my sponsorship eligibility?
It can. Cloud infrastructure, network engineering, and security operations roles align clearly with technical degree fields, making specialty occupation arguments straightforward. Generalist IT support roles that touch infrastructure but don't require a specific technical degree are harder to sponsor. The closer your job description ties duties to a defined engineering or computer science discipline, the stronger the petition. Your employer's attorney should review the job description before it's posted.
Can an Infrastructure Specialist pursue a green card through employment-based sponsorship?
Yes. EB-2 applies if the role requires an advanced degree or the employer pursues a National Interest Waiver. EB-3 covers skilled workers and requires at least two years of relevant experience with no minimum degree, though most infrastructure roles will satisfy a degree requirement anyway. Both categories typically require PERM labor certification, and applicants from India or China face significant priority date backlogs due to per-country limits.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Infrastructure Specialist 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.