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USA Visa Housekeeping — H-2B Seasonal Opportunities (Lead, South Dakota) — 2026
Housekeeping — H-2B Seasonal Opportunities (Lead, South Dakota) — 2026
A respected hospitality employer in Lead, South Dakota is recruiting Housekeeping staff for the 2026 season under the U.S. H-2B seasonal worker visa programme. This role is suited to international applicants seeking lawful, temporary work in the United States with a reliable employer who provides clear schedules, transport assistance and optional staff accommodation.
Overview
This is a full-time, seasonal position running from 1 April 2026 to 1 November 2026. You will work in a hospitality setting, keeping guest rooms and communal areas clean, comfortable and welcoming. The role is physically active and requires flexibility — shifts rotate across the week and include weekends and public holidays.
Working hours and pay
- Typical hours are around 35 per week, with overtime available during busy periods.
- Pay is hourly and workers are paid fortnightly; tips may be received in addition to wages.
- The employer complies with U.S. Department of Labor regulations for H-2B workers and provides a benefits and support package in line with those rules.
About the employer
The employer runs a busy hospitality and lodging operation serving seasonal visitors in the Lead area. They have experience recruiting both U.S. staff and international H-2B workers, and operate in line with U.S. labour and immigration requirements. The employer provides transport to and from the workplace, supplies necessary tools and equipment, and offers optional staff housing at a subsidised weekly rate.
Key responsibilities
- Make beds and change used or soiled linens
- Clean guest rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to required standards
- Vacuum carpets, mop floors and dust surfaces
- Empty bins and dispose of waste correctly
- Launder, dry and fold sheets, towels and blankets
- Replenish room supplies and amenities
- Move or adjust furniture as needed for cleaning
- Follow hygiene, safety and cleaning procedures at all times
- Report maintenance issues or room damage to supervisors
- Work efficiently to meet daily room-cleaning targets
Person specification
- At least 3 months’ experience in housekeeping or cleaning work is preferred
- Able to stand and work for long periods and carry out physically demanding tasks
- Comfortable lifting, bending, reaching, pushing and pulling as required
- Willing to work rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays
- Careful, neat and attentive to detail
- Physically fit and able to work in a fast-paced hospitality setting
- Willing to use employer-provided accommodation if required
- Eligible for the U.S. H-2B seasonal worker visa
Inclusion and support for African and Asian applicants
We welcome applicants from African and Asian communities and from elsewhere overseas. If you are applying from outside the United States, we can provide clear guidance about the H-2B process and what to expect in terms of documentation and timings. If English is not your first language, please tell us in your application if you would find it helpful to have additional support during the application or interview stages (for example, more time, written instructions or an interpreter). We will consider reasonable adjustments to help you participate fully.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience and your availability for the season. If you have any questions about eligibility or the visa process, include them with your application and we will respond with guidance.
Please note: being able to take up the H-2B visa and meet its eligibility requirements is essential.
Closing notes
This is a seasonal, temporary role. The employer is looking for reliable, hardworking people who want to gain experience in U.S. hospitality. Accommodation and transport support are available; further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
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