Nova Scotia · NOC 72200
Electrician Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No electrician postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $76,440
- NOC code
- 72200
About electrician work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nova Scotia run from about $68,640 at the 25th percentile to $78,500 at the 75th, with a median of $76,440 per year (2026-05, 10 postings).
NOC code
72200 — Electricians (except industrial and power system). This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
Yes. Electrician is a compulsory certified trade in every province; you need a provincial Certificate of Qualification or must be a registered apprentice. Red Seal endorsement lets the licence travel between provinces.
What employers ask for: A journeyperson Certificate of Qualification (309A, 442A or provincial equivalent) or registered apprenticeship, plus the Canadian Electrical Code.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current electrician postings in Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Electrician jobs in Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a electrician in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for electricians (except industrial and power system) in Nova Scotia is $76,440 per year, with most postings between $68,640 and $78,500 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a electrician in Nova Scotia?
- Yes. Yes. Electrician is a compulsory certified trade in every province; you need a provincial Certificate of Qualification or must be a registered apprentice. Red Seal endorsement lets the licence travel between provinces.
- What is the NOC code for electrician?
- The NOC 2021 code for electrician is 72200 (Electricians (except industrial and power system)). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.