Operations Technician Jobs in Nevada
Operations Technician jobs in Nevada concentrate heavily in utilities, data centers, and large-scale manufacturing, with demand running from entry-level plant floor roles to senior systems oversight positions. The largest hiring activity is in Las Vegas, Reno, and Henderson, where employers such as NV Energy, Switch, and Barrick Gold maintain ongoing operations technician workforces. The most in-demand specialties in the state right now are electrical systems maintenance, HVAC and mechanical controls, and data center infrastructure operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Operations & Security Technician provides high level systems monitoring and troubleshooting for Novva Data Centers. This role serves as the first line of support for Novva customers as well as provides logistical support for the facility. Main areas of responsibility include monitoring of IT, mechanical and power infrastructure systems. Provide timely response with basic troubleshooting and escalations where needed. Follow established processes for resolution to incidents, onboarding of new customers, provisioning of security credentials, and escorting individuals into the data center as needed. Other duties include maintaining entry logs, performing perimeter and facility checks to ensure overall site security and cleanliness. Applicants should have excellent customer service skills with attention to detail. Onsite training will be provided over first
30 days of employment.
Night Shift: 6 pm to 6 am 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends.
Location: Sparks, Nevada
Responsibilities:
High-level responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Monitor and respond to onsite access activity via CCTV and access control software.
- Monitor and respond to alerts from various system monitoring tools
- Identify critical system issues with large scale impact and escalate appropriately
- Provide professional and timely customer service
- Assist customers with troubleshooting and service requests.
- Respond to incidents and requests via phone and IT ticketing system
- Understand basic Windows application/OSI Layer 1 troubleshooting principles
- Provide support to internal teams
- Receive/offload facility deliveries
Skills:
Ability to follow established processes and procedures- Tracking of all work via ticketing system
- Work and communicate effectively with others
- Understanding of data centers and the roles they play in industry
- Use and maintain knowledge base data
- PC / Windows / MS Office Savvy
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Part 107 - Drone Certification. (Have or have the ability to obtain over first 90 days of employment)
- Relevant Data Center Certifications. (Have or have the ability to obtain over the first 90 days of employment)
Education and Experience: 0
- Minimum: High School Diploma
- Preferred: Associate's Degree and/or equivalent corresponding work experience in a Data Center space
Behavioral Competencies:
Project/team oriented- Self-motivated and able to work alone
- Customer focused
- Attention to detail
- Positive and pleasant attitude
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Operations Technician Job Market in Nevada
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
What Nevada Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations technician jobs across Nevada.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in electronics, industrial technology, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with HVAC, electrical systems, or mechanical equipment in an industrial setting
- Familiarity with SCADA, PLC controls, or building management systems
- Valid Nevada driver's license and ability to pass a background check
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 general industry certification preferred by most Nevada employers
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, at 24-hour Nevada facilities
Operations Technician Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a operations technician in Nevada?
Most operations technician roles in Nevada are entered through a two-year associate degree or a technical certificate in industrial technology, electronics, or HVAC systems from a Nevada System of Higher Education institution such as Truckee Meadows Community College or the College of Southern Nevada. Nevada does not require a single state license for the general operations technician title, but roles involving electrical work, refrigerants, or boiler operation may require trade-specific credentials issued or recognized by the Nevada State Contractors Board or relevant trade authority.
Which companies hire operations technicians in Nevada?
Nevada operations technician roles are posted by Amazon, Tesla, and Google and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Nevada's concentration of large data centers, utility providers, and mining operations means hiring is spread across multiple sectors rather than dominated by a single industry.
Which Nevada cities have the most operations technician jobs?
Sparks, Reno, and Elko account for the most operations technician openings in Nevada. Las Vegas and Henderson anchor the list because of the region's dense concentration of data centers, resort and hospitality facilities, and utility infrastructure, while Reno's growing industrial and logistics corridor, anchored by the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, sustains consistent demand in the northern part of the state.
Are there remote operations technician jobs in Nevada?
Yes, but they're rare. Operations technician work is predominantly hands-on and site-dependent, requiring physical presence to monitor equipment, respond to alarms, and perform maintenance. About 0% of operations technician openings tied to Nevada are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in coordination, scheduling, or systems monitoring roles where direct equipment contact is handled by on-site crews.
How can I get hired as a operations technician in Nevada with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for technician apprentice or maintenance associate roles at Nevada's large utility and industrial employers, where on-the-job training programs are structured for candidates without direct experience. NV Energy and major data center operators in the Las Vegas and Reno corridors regularly bring in entry-level candidates from HVAC helper, general maintenance, or facility technician backgrounds. Completing a technical certificate at Truckee Meadows Community College or the College of Southern Nevada and holding an EPA 608 refrigerant certification gives candidates a measurable credential edge when applying to these programs.
Where can I find and apply to operations technician jobs in Nevada?
You can find and apply to operations technician jobs in Nevada on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nevada openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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