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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 26 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 mentions sponsorshipThis is the employer’s own statement in the listing.
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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 Allegiant Air LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Manager, Maintenance Operations & Analytics” (Operations Research Analysts) in NV: $120k–$120k, median $120k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 26 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 Allegiant Air LLC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 1 certified filing for “Manager, Maintenance Operations & Analytics” (Operations Research Analysts) in NV: $120k–$120k, median $120k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% 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
Summary
The Maintenance Team Leader is an “Aircraft Technician” who leads other Technicians in their day-to-day maintenance duties. This position is expected to perform the duties of a Maintenance Technician; assume the duties of the Maintenance Supervisor, as assigned, when the Supervisor is absent.
Visa Sponsorship Available
No
Minimum Requirements
Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Education Details:
Certification: Yes
Certification Details:
•A & P license
•Engine Run & Taxi (ERT)
•Airworthiness Release (AWR)
•SOJT - Train the trainer (SOJT-TtT)
Years of Experience:
Minimum two (2) years aircraft heavy line maintenance experience required.
Credit Check: No
Valid/Unexpired Passport Book Valid/Unexpired Driver's License
No Yes
•Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
•Must hold ERT, AWR, and SOJT-TtT qualifications.
Preferred Requirements
•Effective Communication skills, both verbal and written.
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word and Outlook email.
Job Duties
•Laying out and assuming control of quality and quantity of work assignments.
•Review the log book for each RON or idle (3 hours or more) aircraft at the base for open write-ups and currency of the Service Check.
•See that work is performed in a safe manner and in accordance with company policy, manufacturers’ manuals and FAA requirements.
•Coordinate work and jobs in progress with oncoming mechanics during shift change.
•Ensure that paperwork, tags, etc., are properly filled out and signed, including tags for parts removed from aircraft.
•Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
•Give on the job training instructions and information on job procedures, safety and good work practices.
•Keep ERT, AWR and SOJT-TtT certifications current.
•Keep the Maintenance Supervisor advised of problems that could result in work delays.
•Take necessary action to ensure that maintenance personnel in his or her group are qualified to accomplish the duties assigned to them.
•Efficiently utilize manpower, making possible adjustments in methods and perfection of procedures to provide continuous improvement in efficiency and increase of production.
•Endeavor to increase his or her own knowledge by studying of technical material and study guides provided for that purpose.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Mechanic - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and use hands and fingers to operate various tools (i.e. drills, ladders, welding, chemicals, etc.). May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to extreme noise (i.e. airport with planes, vehicles, and other machinery), temperature, wind, and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Ability to wear personal protective gear. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.
Essential Services Provider
Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned
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