Shop Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Shop Manager roles can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in business, retail management, or a related field. Employers must file a Labor Condition Application and demonstrate the role meets specialty occupation standards before sponsorship can proceed.
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The Shop Manager reports directly to the District Manager-Fleet Services and is responsible for the maintenance shop's operations, equipment, preventive maintenance, safety, and life cycle of all employees, e.g. talent management, training, performance management, complaint research and resolution in collaboration with corporate office HR and the processing of all HR related paperwork. Complexity of the job includes responsibility for up to 15 or more employees while overseeing a diverse range of shop operations across multiple shifts within a fast-paced environment. This position is responsible for operating within safety and business guidelines. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and customer service focus so if you are looking for a rewarding and challenging career with opportunity for advancement, Estes is the place for you. NOTE: Shop Foreman is under a separate job description as an hourly position and responsible for small, less complex shops.
- Total responsibility for the maintenance facility and all activities including but not limited to: all hiring, employee counseling and training, and terminations; assuring they are processed according to proper guidelines
- Ensure payroll is correct and on time
- Ensure all Preventive Maintenance schedules are made on all assigned equipment and certain unassigned equipment
- Manage all shop operations
- Maintain safe and reliable company equipment
- Keep labor costs to Company standards
- Implement and monitors training programs
- Maintain an effective working relationship with other departments such as safety, sales, claims, loss prevention, customer care, and operations
- Direct investigations into causes of complaints and respond accordingly in conjunction with the HR Department
- Act as Company's representative before government agencies or legal representatives as directed by Corporate Office
- Keep current on any changes or new procedures within the Company
- Enforce compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations
- Conduct meetings with all employees to keep them up to date with pertinent changes within Estes and the trucking industry
- Ensure good relations with other terminals and shops
- Promote good relations with employees
- Regular attendance is required.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background; Technical school preferred
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in maintenance shop and leadership of employees in the trucking industry required
- Ability to travel is required
- Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act (FMCSA) rules and regulations
- Must be familiar with American Transportation Association (ATA) parts’ system codes
- Must have mechanical ability and interest in all types of machinery, including but not limited to, tractors (International part number scheme), trailers, forklifts, Moffetts and engines with the ability to trouble shoot and make decisions to correct problems
- Must have experience with repairs on Navistar, Freightliner, Kenworth, Volvo trucks, Cummins, Detroit, Volvo, Paccar and MaxxForce engines, Trailers of all brands, Hyster and Moffett forklifts.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable MVR
- Must have strong Microsoft office skills and AS400 knowledge is a plus
- Must possess basic math and typing skills with attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
- Must be organized with strong time management skills
- Must have proven leadership abilities and skills focused in the areas of strong team building, employee coaching and performance management
- Must have a strong work ethic and good problem identification and resolution skills
- Must be flexible and willing to work any shift, nights, weekends and in any weather condition
- Must be able to lift approximately 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
- Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
- Must be able to interact well with others
- Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
- Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
- Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to fingers, handle, or feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, lift, twist, turn and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be capable of lifting a minimum of 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.
Compensation:
$96,500 - $125,400 / year
Job Summary:
The Shop Manager reports directly to the District Manager-Fleet Services and is responsible for the maintenance shop's operations, equipment, preventive maintenance, safety, and life cycle of all employees, e.g. talent management, training, performance management, complaint research and resolution in collaboration with corporate office HR and the processing of all HR related paperwork. Complexity of the job includes responsibility for up to 15 or more employees while overseeing a diverse range of shop operations across multiple shifts within a fast-paced environment. This position is responsible for operating within safety and business guidelines. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and customer service focus so if you are looking for a rewarding and challenging career with opportunity for advancement, Estes is the place for you. NOTE: Shop Foreman is under a separate job description as an hourly position and responsible for small, less complex shops.
- Total responsibility for the maintenance facility and all activities including but not limited to: all hiring, employee counseling and training, and terminations; assuring they are processed according to proper guidelines
- Ensure payroll is correct and on time
- Ensure all Preventive Maintenance schedules are made on all assigned equipment and certain unassigned equipment
- Manage all shop operations
- Maintain safe and reliable company equipment
- Keep labor costs to Company standards
- Implement and monitors training programs
- Maintain an effective working relationship with other departments such as safety, sales, claims, loss prevention, customer care, and operations
- Direct investigations into causes of complaints and respond accordingly in conjunction with the HR Department
- Act as Company's representative before government agencies or legal representatives as directed by Corporate Office
- Keep current on any changes or new procedures within the Company
- Enforce compliance with administrative policies, procedures, safety rules, and government regulations
- Conduct meetings with all employees to keep them up to date with pertinent changes within Estes and the trucking industry
- Ensure good relations with other terminals and shops
- Promote good relations with employees
- Regular attendance is required.
- This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background; Technical school preferred
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in maintenance shop and leadership of employees in the trucking industry required
- Ability to travel is required
- Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act (FMCSA) rules and regulations
- Must be familiar with American Transportation Association (ATA) parts’ system codes
- Must have mechanical ability and interest in all types of machinery, including but not limited to, tractors (International part number scheme), trailers, forklifts, Moffetts and engines with the ability to trouble shoot and make decisions to correct problems
- Must have experience with repairs on Navistar, Freightliner, Kenworth, Volvo trucks, Cummins, Detroit, Volvo, Paccar and MaxxForce engines, Trailers of all brands, Hyster and Moffett forklifts.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable MVR
- Must have strong Microsoft office skills and AS400 knowledge is a plus
- Must possess basic math and typing skills with attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
- Must be organized with strong time management skills
- Must have proven leadership abilities and skills focused in the areas of strong team building, employee coaching and performance management
- Must have a strong work ethic and good problem identification and resolution skills
- Must be flexible and willing to work any shift, nights, weekends and in any weather condition
- Must be able to lift approximately 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job
- Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
- Must be able to interact well with others
- Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
- Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
- Responds well to questions; Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations / procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to fingers, handle, or feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, lift, twist, turn and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be capable of lifting a minimum of 20 lbs., or more if required by the essential functions of the job.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.
Compensation:
$96,500 - $125,400 / year
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Shop Manager
Document your degree's direct relevance
Consular officers and USCIS scrutinize Shop Manager petitions because the role can appear non-specialized. Pull your transcripts and map coursework in retail operations, supply chain, or business management directly to your job duties before applying.
Target multi-unit retail employers specifically
Corporate retail chains and franchise operators with HR departments are far more likely to have established LCA filing infrastructure than independent stores. Single-location shops rarely have the legal resources to navigate specialty occupation requirements for a Shop Manager.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets at least the Level I prevailing wage for your region. If the offer falls below that threshold, the LCA will fail DOL certification and sponsorship stalls before USCIS even sees the petition.
Use Migrate Mate to confirm LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate's database of verified employer LCA records to identify which retail companies have sponsored Shop Manager or related roles in your city. This tells you who has already cleared the specialty occupation hurdle, not just who says they might sponsor.
Prepare for a specialty occupation RFE early
USCIS frequently issues Requests for Evidence on Shop Manager H-1B petitions, questioning whether the role truly requires a bachelor's degree. Have your employer prepare a detailed duties breakdown showing that inventory management, P&L oversight, and vendor negotiation demand degree-level expertise.
Clarify PERM labor certification for green card paths
If your employer plans to sponsor permanent residence through EB-2 or EB-3, the PERM process requires advertising the Shop Manager role publicly to prove no qualified U.S. workers are available. Start this conversation early since PERM recruitment typically takes six months or more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Shop Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it isn't automatic. USCIS requires the employer to show the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as business administration or retail management. Generic managerial titles without degree-level complexity in the job duties frequently draw Requests for Evidence or denials. The employer's written job description carries significant weight in this determination.
Which visa types realistically cover Shop Manager sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore TN visa status under the USMCA Management Consultant category, though that classification requires the role to be advisory rather than operational. Candidates from Australia should look at the E-3 visa, which has the same specialty occupation requirement as the H-1B but no lottery.
What degree does a sponsored Shop Manager typically need?
USCIS looks for a bachelor's degree in business, retail management, marketing, supply chain, or a closely related field. A general arts degree without direct coursework in business operations is unlikely to satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Some employers document that three years of progressively responsible experience can substitute for one year of education, but that pathway adds complexity to the petition.
How do I find employers who have sponsored Shop Manager roles before?
Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing records by employer and role, so you can see which retail companies have sponsored positions matching Shop Manager duties in your target city. Focusing your search on companies with an existing filing history is the most direct way to avoid employers who express interest in sponsoring but lack the legal infrastructure to follow through.
Can a Shop Manager change employers while on an H-1B?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. The new employer must file a fresh LCA and petition covering the new Shop Manager role. Any gap in employment between filing dates could affect your status, so coordinate the transition timing carefully with both employers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Shop Manager 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.