Job Description Job Description
Apply
Electrician - Per Diem Offered Tonopah, Nevada - Posted on November 3, 2026 Published By Tristen Watson
Trillium Construction is now hiring skilled Industrial Electriciansto support a major crusher mill construction project at a surface mine in Tonopah, NV.
This role involves the installation, construction, and setup of electrical systems, cable trays, and Motor Control Centers (MCCs) to ensure the safe and efficient build out of mining facilities.
Pay rate is$40.25/hour plus$120/day Per Diem ($840/week - paid all 7 days for qualifying candidates). Schedule is6x10s (MondaySaturday 60 hours/week).
Key Responsibilities:
-Electrical Installation & Construction:
-Install cable tray, run heavy industrial cable, and perform high-volume terminations.
-Rigid conduit bending, mounting, and wiring in compliance with MSHA and NEC standards.
-Set Motor Control Centers (MCCs), power distribution equipment, and crusher mill electrical infrastructure.
Safety & Compliance:
-Adhere strictly to all site safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and appropriate PPE usage.
-Ensure all work complies with MSHA regulations and job site safety standards.
-Participate in daily site-specific safety briefings and mine orientations.
Collaboration & Communication:
-Work closely with site management and superintendent (Chesney) to keep project timelines on schedule.
-Lead Electricians will assist in guiding crew members, reading prints, and coordinating work scopes on-site.
Apply now!
Requirements:
-Active MSHA Surface Certification (24-Hour or current 8-Hour Refresher)
-Pre-employment 9-Panel Drug Screen
-Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
-Proven hands-on experience in industrial electrical installation (mining, heavy industrial, or plant builds).
-State electrical license is NOT required, but solid trade knowledge and practical experience are essential.
-Experience setting MCCs, running cable tray, and executing industrial cable pulls/terminations.
-Strong understanding of industrial safety regulations and best practices in a mine environment.
-Willingness to work 60-hour weeks in high-desert mine site conditions.
-Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.
Trillium Construction Services has been recruiting and hiring construction and skilled trades talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
By applying to this job, I agree to receive electronic communications including SMS text and email regarding future opportunities, referral bonus incentives, and other promotions from Trillium. You may opt out at any time from future communications by responding STOP to any electronic communication. You may view our full privacy policy at
Trillium offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes the ability to participate in health insurance and retirement plans, paid holidays, state required leave, and other leave, if applicable. Trilliums offerings are dependent on the state in which the assignment is located, length of time worked, and may change depending on assignment. Benefit packages for direct hire placements vary based on the client company.
If you have any questions about this position Click Here.
Please call us at for more information.
Want to apply for Electrician - Per Diem Offered?
For inquiries regarding eligibility for licenses or credentialing in a specific trade, please visit your state licensing department.