Station Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Station Manager roles in transit, rail, and broadcast operations can qualify for H-1B visa or TN visa sponsorship when the position requires a directly related bachelor's degree. Employers in these industries file Labor Condition Applications with DOL to certify prevailing wages, making sponsorship history a reliable signal of genuine hiring intent.
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INTRODUCTION
Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.
We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. Join our team and see where the flight benefits can take you.
JOB SUMMARY
The station manager is responsible for the oversight and coordination of the exciting day-to-day airport operations, or a segment of the operation. The station manager must have a passion for ensuring safe, reliable, efficient, and effective operational and financial performance of the station.
BENEFITS
- Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
- Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off – 9 paid holidays + 80 hours of PTO in your first year (PTO plans increase with tenure).
- 401k with 3% company match contribution when you contribute 9% to your retirement plan after 30 days.
- Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
- Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation.
JOB DUTIES
- Builds partnerships with customers and sets the example for the delivery of exceptional customer service.
- Reviews operational and financial reports to ensure the station is meeting goals and objectives and takes corrective action as required.
- Participates in employee relations investigations when complaints arise and resolves issues in a professional and timely manner.
- Recruits new employees to ensure appropriate staffing, promotes team-building initiatives and performs coaching and mentoring activities to develop and motivate team members.
- Ensure that employees are properly trained and audit safety records as needed.
- Sets, measures and manages the performance of self and others. Leads team members in achieving operational and financial objectives and goals.
- Complete work in a safe and secure manner, following company safety and operational standards.
- Immediately report safety and security incidents as well as potential hazards in line with the Unifi Fair and Just Culture Policy.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill, experience, and capabilities expected for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Possesses a valid Driver’s License.
- Must be able to obtain credentials required as per airport or state or customs requirements.
- Supervisory experience is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Three years of relevant work experience in the aviation or ground handling services industry.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to frequently push, pull, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, lift up to 70lbs and move up to 70lbs; and constantly walk, stand, handle, grasp and reach out. May have to reach above shoulder occasionally.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- You will need to have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. We operate in a shift bid environment.
- Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment.
- Enjoy the outdoors on a daily basis (sun, rain, sleet or snow!) May be exposed to a wide variety of weather conditions, jet and machinery noises, fumes, dirt and dust for extended periods.
"Unifi is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or veteran status."
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Station Manager
Map your degree to the role
Station Manager positions span transit, rail, broadcasting, and logistics, and each sector treats the degree requirement differently. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your specific industry to confirm which fields of study USCIS recognizes as directly related before you apply.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to find Station Manager employers with verified Labor Condition Application filings, so you're only pursuing companies that have already navigated the DOL certification process and understand what sponsorship requires from their side.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific location and job duties. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct wage level before entering salary negotiations so you don't accept an offer the employer can't legally certify.
Document operational scope in your resume
Station Managers who oversee staff, budgets, and compliance programs are stronger specialty occupation candidates than those with narrower scopes. Quantify the number of direct reports, the scale of operations you managed, and any regulatory or safety frameworks you administered.
Ask about PERM before accepting an offer
If you want a path to permanent residence, ask the employer during negotiations whether they've sponsored PERM labor certifications before. Some operators in transit and broadcasting have no PERM history, which affects your long-term options even if H-1B sponsorship is available.
Account for the H-1B cap timeline in your job search
Most Station Manager roles at private-sector employers are subject to the H-1B annual cap and lottery. USCIS opens registration in the spring for an October 1 start date, so time your offer and filing strategy around that cycle to avoid a gap in authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Station Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on the industry and how the employer defines the position. A Station Manager overseeing broadcast operations, transportation compliance, or logistics systems can qualify if the employer documents that a bachelor's degree in a directly related field is a minimum requirement. Roles where any general management degree satisfies the requirement face more scrutiny from USCIS during adjudication.
Which visa types are most common for Station Manager sponsorship candidates?
H-1B is the most common path for non-USMCA nationals in management roles at private employers. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the Station Manager role falls within a USMCA-listed profession such as management consultant or engineer, though the fit requires careful analysis. Australian nationals with a qualifying degree can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and renews every two years.
How do I find Station Manager employers who have sponsored visas before?
Migrate Mate shows Station Manager openings at employers with verified LCA sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the DOL certification process rather than approaching employers who may be unfamiliar with what sponsorship involves.
Does the type of station I manage affect my sponsorship eligibility?
Yes. Broadcasting and media station managers typically have clearer specialty occupation arguments because the technical and regulatory demands of the role often require a communications or broadcasting degree. Transit and rail station managers may face more ambiguity if the employer's job description allows for a broad range of unrelated degrees, which weakens the specialty occupation case under USCIS standards.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm promoted or change stations within the same employer?
A material change in job duties, location, or salary can require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS and, in some cases, a new LCA with DOL. Moving to a different metropolitan area always triggers a new LCA because prevailing wages are geographically determined. Confirm with your employer's HR team before any role change takes effect.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Station 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.