Instrument Technician Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Instrument technician jobs in the U.S. qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship a realistic path for candidates with a bachelor's degree in instrumentation, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Oil and gas, chemical processing, and utilities sectors actively file LCAs for these roles.
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For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.
Our Vision
Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.
Our Business
Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.
Our Value
Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.
All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!
About the role
As an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, you will work safely to maintain, diagnose, and repair various types of power plant equipment, this includes maintenance related to: boilers and its associated electrical and control equipment, repair and operation of field controllers, instrumentation, motor control centers and other power plant electrical equipment ranging from 120V to 13.8kv, and AC switchgear.
Position Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance and testing of low and medium voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, and power transformers.
- Perform maintenance of higher voltage switchyard equipment and steam turbine driven generators.
- Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste boilers and its associated equipment, including but not limited to, pumps, fans, motors, conveyors & refuse cranes.
- Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste air pollution control systems.
- Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, adjust, and make repairs as needed to the Continuous Emissions Motoring System (CEMS) as well as all facility flow, pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation, which includes but is not limited to, transmitter flow devices, level controls, temperature measurement, and flue gas analysis equipment.
- Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, and adjust, and make repairs, as needed to the Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and historian devices.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks, which include but are not limited to, routine calibration, thermography, and ultrasonic testing.
- Operate various calibration equipment and perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repair work as assigned using proper Covanta safety practices.
- Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation problems and complete all maintenance work records.
- Actively participate in plant shutdown work including teardown inspection of electrical plant equipment.
- Maintain work area and tools in clean and orderly manner as well as performing plant and shop housekeeping chores.
- Complete Covanta safety, compliance, and other required training / certification within the assigned timelines.
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the E&I management team.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Formal technical or apprentice training, preferred
- Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shift
Total Rewards & Compensation:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match
Physical Demands of the Role:
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
- Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
- Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
- Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
- Consistently work in various weather conditions
All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
Pay Transparency
Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.
The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 39.86 - 53.08 USD per hour
Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.
Our DEI Commitment
Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.
Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms
Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.
Who we are
For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.
Our Vision
Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.
Our Business
Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.
Our Value
Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.
All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!
About the role
As an Electrical and Instrumentation Technician, you will work safely to maintain, diagnose, and repair various types of power plant equipment, this includes maintenance related to: boilers and its associated electrical and control equipment, repair and operation of field controllers, instrumentation, motor control centers and other power plant electrical equipment ranging from 120V to 13.8kv, and AC switchgear.
Position Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance and testing of low and medium voltage switchgear, circuit breakers, motor starters, and power transformers.
- Perform maintenance of higher voltage switchyard equipment and steam turbine driven generators.
- Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste boilers and its associated equipment, including but not limited to, pumps, fans, motors, conveyors & refuse cranes.
- Perform electrical maintenance work related to energy from waste air pollution control systems.
- Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, adjust, and make repairs as needed to the Continuous Emissions Motoring System (CEMS) as well as all facility flow, pressure, temperature, and level instrumentation, which includes but is not limited to, transmitter flow devices, level controls, temperature measurement, and flue gas analysis equipment.
- Trouble shoot, assess, inspect, and adjust, and make repairs, as needed to the Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and historian devices.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks, which include but are not limited to, routine calibration, thermography, and ultrasonic testing.
- Operate various calibration equipment and perform electrical and instrumentation maintenance and repair work as assigned using proper Covanta safety practices.
- Troubleshoot electrical and instrumentation problems and complete all maintenance work records.
- Actively participate in plant shutdown work including teardown inspection of electrical plant equipment.
- Maintain work area and tools in clean and orderly manner as well as performing plant and shop housekeeping chores.
- Complete Covanta safety, compliance, and other required training / certification within the assigned timelines.
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary by the E&I management team.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Formal technical or apprentice training, preferred
- Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shift
Total Rewards & Compensation:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match
Physical Demands of the Role:
- Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
- Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
- Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
- Qualify to wear a full-face respirator
- Consistently work in various weather conditions
All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.
Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
Pay Transparency
Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.
The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 39.86 - 53.08 USD per hour
Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person—and their families—through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.
Our DEI Commitment
Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Know Your Rights (Click to view poster)
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.
Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms
Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Instrument Technician
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B specialty occupation requires a degree directly related to instrument technician work. A degree in electrical engineering, instrumentation, or industrial automation is a strong match. A general technology degree may draw an RFE, so confirm alignment before applying.
Target industries with high LCA filing volume
Oil and gas, petrochemical plants, and power utilities file the most LCAs for instrument technician roles. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship history in those sectors, filtered by location and role type.
Get ISA certifications documented before interviews
Employers in process industries expect Certified Automation Professional or Control Systems Technician credentials from International Society of Automation. Having these certified and documented before your first interview strengthens the specialty occupation case in the LCA.
Check prevailing wage tiers before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage for your location and role level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wage rates for your city before negotiating, so you can confirm the offer meets DOL's minimum threshold.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled if you're on STEM OPT
If you're extending OPT under a STEM-designated degree, your instrument technician employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask HR to confirm enrollment before you sign the offer, since you can't start the STEM OPT extension without it.
Understand TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status as engineers or engineering technologists under the USMCA profession list, bypassing the H-1B cap entirely. Confirm your specific job duties and degree match a listed TN profession before pursuing that route.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an instrument technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. For instrument technicians working in process control, instrumentation engineering, or industrial automation, employers can establish specialty occupation by showing the technical complexity of the role and industry hiring norms.
What degree do I need to get H-1B sponsorship as an instrument technician?
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, instrumentation engineering, mechatronics, or a closely related technical field is the standard requirement. Some employers will accept a foreign three-year degree if credential evaluation confirms equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's. An associate degree alone is typically not sufficient to meet the specialty occupation threshold USCIS requires.
Which sectors in the U.S. most commonly sponsor instrument technicians?
Oil and gas, petrochemical refining, power generation, and water treatment utilities are the sectors that file the most LCAs for instrument technician roles. These industries rely on complex control systems and regulatory compliance requirements that make credentialed technicians difficult to source domestically, which motivates employers to pursue visa sponsorship.
Where can I find instrument technician jobs with verified sponsorship history?
Migrate Mate lists instrument technician roles from employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can browse positions where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than asking cold during the application process.
Can an instrument technician qualify for a green card through PERM labor certification?
Yes. Instrument technicians can be sponsored for an EB-3 skilled worker green card through the PERM process. The employer must demonstrate through DOL-approved recruitment that no qualified U.S. workers are available. Because instrument technician roles require two or more years of experience or training, they fit the EB-3 skilled worker category. Country of birth affects how long priority date backlogs will delay the process.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Instrument 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.