Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Mechanical Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in AZ: $100k–$100k, median $100k.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 1,731 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 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.
- What Intel Corporation paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 1 certified filing for “Mechanical Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in AZ: $100k–$100k, median $100k. Most were filed at wage level II (100%) — 2 lottery entries, ≈31% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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
Job Details:
Job Description:
The Role and Impact
As a Facilities Mechanical Technician, you will directly contribute to Intel's operational excellence by maintaining and optimizing advanced mechanical systems critical to our manufacturing and research activities. You will work with complex HVAC systems, plumbing, and industrial equipment, ensuring reliability and efficiency while adhering to high safety and environmental standards. Your hands-on expertise will play a key role in supporting Intel's innovative environment and driving sustainable facility operations.
Business Group
You will join Intel Foundry, the team responsible for maintaining Intel's facilities worldwide. This group operates and enhances Intel's cutting-edge facilities, ensuring the reliable operation of systems that enable manufacturing, cleanroom activities, and facility growth. By supporting Intel's operational needs and sustainability goals, this team helps drive technological innovation and environmental stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, air handlers, boilers, chillers, and exhaust systems.
- Troubleshoot operational issues with industrial systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
- Assist in the design and analysis of mechanical systems to improve efficiency and functionality.
- Support the development of mechanical system roadmaps and asset replacement strategies for facility expansion and growth.
- Partner with operations teams and internal customers to deliver engineering solutions that align with operational requirements.
- Provide technical input for design documentation, testing, and prototype fabrication.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and implementing innovative solutions.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
The candidate must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Associate of Arts/Science degree or Trade Certification in HVAC, Mechanical, Chemical, Facilities Maintenance Technology, or a related STEM field, plus at least 4 years of relevant work experience.
- At least 4 years of Military experience in Mechanical Systems, HVAC, Refrigeration, Water Treatment, Electrical/Power, or related facilities maintenance roles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in VOC, scrubber, and exhaust system maintenance.
- Proficiency in using Maximo and ICMTL systems for facilities and maintenance operations.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines, adapt to challenges, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
- EPA 608 Universal Certification (mandatory).
Take the next step in your career by joining Intel and contributing to technologies that shape the future. We look forward to seeing how your skills can make a lasting impact. Apply today and help build a better tomorrow.
Job Type:
Experienced Hire
Shift:
Shift 4 (United States of America)
Primary Location:
US, Arizona, Phoenix
Additional Locations:
Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Position of Trust
N/A
Benefits
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
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