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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Apr 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 1 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Apr 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.
MACHINIST II
Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) | Swedesboro, NJ | Full-Time
Precision Machining • Valve Repair • Industrial Equipment Restoration
Build a Career in Specialized Industrial Machining
Are you an experienced machinist who takes pride in precision workmanship and solving mechanical challenges? Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is seeking a skilled Machinist II to support the repair, restoration, and machining of critical valve components used across the power generation, pharmaceutical, chemical, refining, manufacturing, and industrial markets.
This is not a high-volume production machining environment. Our machinists perform specialized repair and restoration work on valve bodies, trim, actuators, and related components, helping customers return critical equipment to service safely and efficiently.
If you enjoy working on unique projects, solving complex repair challenges, and producing precision work that directly impacts industrial operations, we'd like to hear from you.
Note: Significant overtime opportunities are available during spring and fall outage seasons.
About Atlantic Valve Services
Atlantic Valve Services (AVS) is a full-service safety relief and control valve repair center supporting customers throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region. We are a premier service provider for Emerson/Fisher control valves and an authorized assembler of Anderson Greenwood, Crosby, and Kunkle pressure relief valves.
In addition to safety relief valves, our experienced technicians repair all types of control valves, including sliding stem and rotary valves, as well as isolation valves such as gate, globe, ball, butterfly, and check valves. AVS also provides valve cleaning, diagnostics, upgrades, modifications, testing, calibration, and field services for critical industrial facilities.
Our work helps keep manufacturing plants, energy facilities, pharmaceutical companies, refineries, food production facilities, and industrial operations running safely and efficiently.
Why Join AVS?
• Competitive pay with seasonal overtime opportunities
• Stable, long-term career in a specialized industrial trade
• Premium medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Clean, professional shop environment
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of machining and repair projects
• Exposure to critical industrial equipment and processes
• Learn from experienced machinists, technicians, and industry experts
• Opportunity to support field service and outage work based on experience and business needs
• Work that directly supports customer safety and operational reliability
What You'll Do
As a Machinist II, you will perform precision machining and repair operations on valve components, tooling, fixtures, and related equipment. Responsibilities include:
• Operate manual machine shop equipment including engine lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and other machining equipment
• Machine new parts from bar stock and raw castings
• Restore damaged valve bodies, trim components, and related equipment to required tolerances
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Perform p
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