Electrician Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Nebraska
Electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln, where large construction firms, industrial contractors, and utilities like OPPD and LES regularly hire skilled tradespeople. The state's ongoing data center buildout and agricultural processing facilities create steady demand for licensed electricians with the right credentials.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title Electrician
Job Grade FP17H
Division Business and Finance
College/Dept Facilities Management and Planning
Department Maintenance, Operations and Utilities
Requisition Number 2026-00178
FTE (full-time equivalency) 100
Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? Yes
Pay Information $25.86/hour - $31.68/hour
Pay Schedule Hourly
FLSA Designation Non-Exempt
Position Summary
In compliance with all applicable city, state and federal codes; maintain, operate, repair and install electrical devices, wiring, electrical and electronic fixtures, equipment etc. Perform and certify tests as required by local codes. Oversee & provide assistance to outside electrical contractors involved in the installation or maintenance of campus systems. Read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Electrical Performance
Duties:
- Install conduit, wiring switches, outlets, circuit breakers, distribution panels, load centers, motor controls, lighting fixtures and other devices.
- Perform electrical maintenance on systems such as automatic transfer switches, motor controls, electrical panels and load centers, emergency power systems for life safety, building fire alarm systems, fluorescent, incandescent, HID and LED lighting fixtures and automated lighting systems
Percentage Of Time 50
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Compliance of Electrical Systems
Duties:
- Insure compliance with all applicable city, state and federal codes Perform and certify tests as required by local codes
- Provide assistance to outside electrical contractors involved in the installation or maintenance of campus systems
- Read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, shop drawings and layouts
Percentage Of Time 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Preventative Maintenance of Devices
Duties:
- Ability to operate infrared scanning, insulation testing, resistance testing and other related testing tools in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment in good operating condition
- Pro-active assessing conditions of campus distribution & building systems and Implementing corrective actions.
Percentage Of Time 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Customer Service
Duties:
- Demonstrate understanding of the client needs and expectations by delivering end results that meets their goals.
- Provide timely and proactive communications.
- Assure results and installations meet client expectations.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Required Education
High School Diploma
Required Experience
Five years responsible experience as a licensed electrician in a commercial or industrial environment
Required License/Certification
Valid Drivers License
Nebraska Electrical Journeyman’s license must be maintained
Required Additional Qualifications:
NA
Preferred Education
Associates degree in Electrical building technology or equivalent
Preferred Experience
NA
Preferred License/Certification
NA
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
NA
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment Yes
Drug Screen Yes
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
Job Title Electrician
Job Grade FP17H
Division Business and Finance
College/Dept Facilities Management and Planning
Department Maintenance, Operations and Utilities
Requisition Number 2026-00178
FTE (full-time equivalency) 100
Work Schedule Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting? No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term 12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy? Yes
Pay Information $25.86/hour - $31.68/hour
Pay Schedule Hourly
FLSA Designation Non-Exempt
Position Summary
In compliance with all applicable city, state and federal codes; maintain, operate, repair and install electrical devices, wiring, electrical and electronic fixtures, equipment etc. Perform and certify tests as required by local codes. Oversee & provide assistance to outside electrical contractors involved in the installation or maintenance of campus systems. Read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings and layouts.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area: Electrical Performance
Duties:
- Install conduit, wiring switches, outlets, circuit breakers, distribution panels, load centers, motor controls, lighting fixtures and other devices.
- Perform electrical maintenance on systems such as automatic transfer switches, motor controls, electrical panels and load centers, emergency power systems for life safety, building fire alarm systems, fluorescent, incandescent, HID and LED lighting fixtures and automated lighting systems
Percentage Of Time 50
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Compliance of Electrical Systems
Duties:
- Insure compliance with all applicable city, state and federal codes Perform and certify tests as required by local codes
- Provide assistance to outside electrical contractors involved in the installation or maintenance of campus systems
- Read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, shop drawings and layouts
Percentage Of Time 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Preventative Maintenance of Devices
Duties:
- Ability to operate infrared scanning, insulation testing, resistance testing and other related testing tools in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment in good operating condition
- Pro-active assessing conditions of campus distribution & building systems and Implementing corrective actions.
Percentage Of Time 20
Essential Function: Yes
Responsibility Area: Customer Service
Duties:
- Demonstrate understanding of the client needs and expectations by delivering end results that meets their goals.
- Provide timely and proactive communications.
- Assure results and installations meet client expectations.
Percentage Of Time 10
Essential Function: Yes
Required Education
High School Diploma
Required Experience
Five years responsible experience as a licensed electrician in a commercial or industrial environment
Required License/Certification
Valid Drivers License
Nebraska Electrical Journeyman’s license must be maintained
Required Additional Qualifications:
NA
Preferred Education
Associates degree in Electrical building technology or equivalent
Preferred Experience
NA
Preferred License/Certification
NA
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
NA
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment Yes
Drug Screen Yes
EEO Statement:
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment. The University prohibits any form of retaliation taken against anyone for reporting discrimination, harassment, or retaliation for otherwise engaging in protected activity. Read the full statement.
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Which companies sponsor visas for electricians in Nebraska?
Large electrical contractors and construction firms operating in Nebraska, such as Farris Engineering, Lund-Ross Constructors, and national companies like ACCO Brands and Mortenson Construction, have historically supported skilled trades hiring. Utilities including Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System also employ electricians. Sponsorship availability varies by company and project pipeline, so confirming directly with employers is always worthwhile.
Which visa types are most common for electrician roles in Nebraska?
The H-2B visa is the most common pathway for foreign electricians in Nebraska, covering temporary nonagricultural skilled labor when employers demonstrate a shortage of available U.S. workers. The H-1B is generally not applicable to trades roles. Some electricians also enter through the EB-3 immigrant visa category, which covers skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or experience, and requires employer sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process.
Which cities in Nebraska have the most electrician sponsorship jobs?
Omaha generates the largest volume of electrician sponsorship activity in Nebraska, driven by commercial construction, data center expansion, and industrial projects in the metro area. Lincoln is the second-largest market, supported by state government facilities, university infrastructure, and manufacturing. Grand Island and Hastings also see periodic demand tied to food processing and agricultural equipment manufacturing operations.
How to find electrician visa sponsorship jobs in Nebraska?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for international job seekers looking for visa-sponsored roles, including electrician positions in Nebraska. You can filter by state and trade to see active listings from employers willing to sponsor. Because sponsoring trades workers involves H-2B attestations or PERM filings, listings on Migrate Mate help you identify which Nebraska employers have already engaged with the sponsorship process.
Are there state-specific licensing or prevailing wage requirements electricians should know about in Nebraska?
Nebraska requires electricians to hold a state license issued by the Nebraska State Electrical Division, and journeyman or master electrician credentials from another state may not automatically transfer. Sponsored workers on H-2B or EB-3 visas are covered by Department of Labor prevailing wage rules, meaning employers must pay the federally determined wage for the Omaha or Lincoln metro area, or the Nebraska non-metropolitan rate depending on the work location.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored electrician jobs in Nebraska?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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