Electrician Jobs in Nevada

1 electrical job available across Nevada. Gaming, solar energy, mining, and data center companies offer electrical careers in the Silver State.

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Nevada Electrician Market Overview

Nevada offers diverse electrical opportunities across gaming, solar energy, mining, and technology.Las Vegas dominates with massive casino complexes, data centers, and renewable energy projects, while Renoanchors northern Nevada with manufacturing and logistics. Solar farms throughout the state create specialized electrical work, and mining operations provide high-paying opportunities. NV Energy provides consistent utility electrical demand statewide.

Highest-Paying Nevada Cities for Electricians

Las Vegas

$28-42/hr
Casinos • Data centers • Solar

Reno

$26-38/hr
Manufacturing • Logistics • Tesla

Mining Areas

$32-45/hr
Gold mines • Remote premium

Henderson

$26-38/hr
Industrial • Gaming • Solar

Carson City

$24-34/hr
Government • State facilities

Solar Farm Areas

$30-42/hr
Renewable energy • Travel pay

Nevada's Biggest Electrical Employers

NV Energy

Electric utility serving statewide, power plants, transmission

250+ electricians
$30-45/hour
Location: Statewide • Power generation • Transmission • Distribution • Solar integration

Gaming & Hospitality

MGM Resorts, Caesars, Wynn, Station Casinos, Boyd Gaming

400+ electricians
$26-38/hour
Location: Las Vegas, Reno • Casino electrical • Entertainment systems • HVAC controls

Data Centers & Tech

Switch, Apple, Google, Tesla Gigafactory, Amazon

200+ electricians
$30-42/hour
Location: Las Vegas, Reno • Critical power systems • UPS • Emergency generators

Solar Energy Projects

First Solar, SunPower, NextEra Energy, various solar farms

150+ electricians
$30-42/hour
Location: Statewide • Solar panel installation • Inverters • Grid connections

Mining Operations

Newmont, Barrick Gold, Coeur Mining, various gold/silver mines

120+ electricians
$32-45/hour
Location: Northern Nevada • Mining electrical • Heavy equipment • Remote sites premium

Industries Hiring Electricians in Nevada

Gaming & Entertainment

Casinos: $26-38/hour
• Gaming machine electrical
• Entertainment lighting systems
• HVAC and facility electrical

Solar & Renewable Energy

Solar Farms: $30-42/hour
• Solar panel electrical connections
• Inverter and grid integration
• Energy storage systems

Data Centers & Technology

Data Centers: $30-42/hour
• Critical power systems
• UPS and battery backup
• Cooling system electrical

Mining & Industrial

Gold/Silver Mines: $32-45/hour
• Mining equipment electrical
• Heavy machinery maintenance
• Remote site work premium

Nevada Electrical Licensing

Journeyman Electrician

• 8,000 hours (4 years experience)
• State exam: NEC + Nevada electrical code
• Fees: $300 total ($200 app + $100 exam)
• License valid for 2 years

Master Electrician

• 4 years journeyman experience
• Master exam + business knowledge
• Can supervise and contract
• Required for electrical contracting

High-Value Specializations

Solar Electrical: PV systems and grid-tie
Data Center: Critical power systems
Gaming Systems: Casino electrical
Mining Electrical: Heavy equipment
Authority: Nevada State Contractors Board • (702) 486-1100

Career Progression

Apprentice$16-24/hr
Journeyman$24-38/hr
Specialized/Mining$30-45/hr
Master/Supervisor$35-55/hr

Best Times to Apply

Year-round: Casinos & data centers
Spring/Fall: Solar installations
Summer: Avoid outdoor solar work
Fall/Winter: Mining maintenance
Pro tip: Gaming electrical experience in Las Vegas opens doors to hospitality markets nationwide

Cost of Living vs Electrician Pay

Las Vegas

$28-42/hr
Home: $420k • Rent: $1,400

Reno

$26-38/hr
Home: $520k • Rent: $1,500

Carson City

$24-34/hr
Home: $480k • Rent: $1,300
Nevada offers strong electrical wages with no state income tax - Las Vegas provides best opportunities, though housing costs have risen significantly.

Ready for Nevada Electrical Work?

Nevada offers unique electrical opportunities across gaming, solar energy, data centers, and mining with no state income tax and year-round construction weather. From Las Vegas casinos to renewable energy projects, the Silver State provides diverse career paths for electricians seeking growth in emerging technologies.

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