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About Us

Robert Lira/Owner

Robert Lira has been active in the electrical construction industry for 22 years. Robert has experience working on commercial and government contracts, large industrial accounts, as well as new construction and renovation projects with a strong emphasis on customer service. Ever striving for excellence, he desires to continue to bring effective electrical solutions to customers in southern Nevada and Arizona.

Robert’s strong business acumen, not typical of most subcontractors and/or business owners, has elevated Lira Electric’s reputation for excellence in electrical solutions for public-sector entities in just 3 short years.

Christina Lira

Payroll Manager (AKA The REAL Boss)

More About Christina

What is your name? Christina F Lira

Where were you born? Tucson, AZ

What is your favorite hobby?  Spending time with family

Are you married? Yes, 27 years

Do you have children? Yes, 4 kids

Are you a sports fan? Yes, Arizona Cardinals & U of A

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The family atmosphere we have created

How many years have you been in your industry? 6 years

What makes you unique in your profession? My ability to balance both the business and personal aspects of this profession allows me to contribute meaningfully in ways that go beyond the traditional boundaries of my role.

Luz Martinez

Senior Project Manager

More About Luz

Where were you born? Las Vegas, NV

What is your favorite hobby? Volunteering at my Favorite Animal Sanctuary

Have you ever served in the military? I was in the Army National Guard for 6 Years

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The emphasis on all of us being a team. If you make a mistake, there is always someone you can count on to help and teach you. We are all well versed in different aspects of the industry/backgrounds, so if you need any advice on personal or professional growth, someone is always there to guide you and make you feel welcomed.

How many years have you been in your industry? 5+ years

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in this industry is that I am proud to be a “Chief Cook and Bottle washer”. No task is too small or too big. I enjoy helping out wherever I can whether that be out in the field or in the office.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? “Good things come to those that work”

Who is someone you admire? I really admire Tara the Animal Sanctuary Founder. She is one of the most selfless persons I know. She works a full-time job, has her own family to take care of, and still manages to save, care, fundraise, and advocate for all of the animals at the sanctuary. She shows me that not every day is perfect or easy but the key thing is to keep going, I try to incorporate this into my everyday life.

Glenn Johnson

Purchasing Manager

More About Glenn

What is your favorite hobby? Gaming & Mix martial arts

Are you married? Yes, 4 years

Do you have children? 1child

Are you a sports fan? Only MMA

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The People

How many years have you been in your industry? 1 year

What makes you unique in your profession? My attitude

Nick Mountain

Foreman

More About Nick

Where were you born? Las Vegas, NV

What is your favorite hobby? I enjoy skateboarding and playing golf.

Are you married? Married with one child.

Are you a sports fan? Yes, I’m a Golden Knights fan.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I enjoy working with Lira because of the wide variety of projects and work we get to take on.

How many years have you been in your industry? I’ve been in the industry for 7 years, working across low voltage, standard voltage, and medium voltage systems.

Ricardo Heredia

Foreman

More About Ricardo

Where were you born? Durango Mexico

Are you married? I’ve been married for 17 years and have 6 children

Are you a sports fan? I like football

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I like the camaraderie and how they treat everyone like family.

How many years have you been in your industry? 20+ years

Aaron Gerber

Lead Carpenter

More About Aaron

Where were you born? Born in the state of Illinois

Are you a sports fan? The Chicago Cubs are my favorite team

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I really value the teamwork and the great people I get to work with every day.

How many years have you been in your industry? Nearly 30 years of experience in the construction industry.

What makes you unique in your profession? I’m versatile, strong in problem-solving, and enjoy the variety that comes with my work. 

Paul Fonseca

Jr. Project Manager

More About Paul

Where were you born? Las Vegas, NV

What is your favorite hobby? I love anything that involves motors and speed. 

Are you a sports fan? Yes — I love football and recently started getting into golf. 

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I love the culture and everything Lira stands for. It’s more than just a workplace — we’re a team that genuinely supports one another. I know I can go to anyone for help and they’ll be there without hesitation. I’m truly grateful to be part of something so special and rare.

How many years have you been in your industry? I’ve been in this industry for about four years now.

What makes you unique in your profession? I believe what makes me unique is my ability to see the industry from both perspectives — in the field and in the office. While these roles are very different, they share many similarities, and few people truly understand the challenges and rewards of experiencing both sides.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? One motto that has stayed with me since childhood is: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” This principle guides everything I do. Whether I’m doing something for the first time or the hundredth, I approach it with full effort and commitment. In both my personal and professional life, I believe in giving 100% and approaching every task with intent and dedication.

Who is someone you admire? Someone I deeply admire is Robert Lira. He has been both a role model and an incredible mentor, demonstrating the importance of building and maintaining a strong, values-driven culture at Lira. I feel fortunate to have learned from him throughout my life, and many of his qualities — humility, generosity, integrity — have shaped who I am today. Beyond being an exceptional leader, he is also an inspiring father, husband, and role model. I feel truly honored to know him and to be part of the culture he has created.

Dalton Cripps

General Manager

More About Dalton

Where were you born? Las Vegas

What is your favorite hobby? Spending time with family

Are you married? Yes, 1 year

Are you a sports fan? Yes, it’s a tie between the Golden Knights and Raiders

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The culture of respect and teamwork

How many years have you been in your industry? 5+ years

What makes you unique in your profession? I strive to learn something new everyday.

Jazmin Lira

Business Developer

More About Jazmin

Where were you born? Tucson, Arizona

What is your favorite hobby? Playing Tennis

Are you married? I have been married for 2 years

Do you have children? If so, how many? I have 1 son

Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? Las Vegas Raiders

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I love that it is a family-owned business

How many years have you been in your industry? 5+ years

What makes you unique in your profession? I don’t think of what I do as work because I absolutely love what I do and people can see the difference in that.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? Always over deliver

Who is someone you admire? I admire my Dad because he has shown me, and everyone around him, what can happen with hard work and dedication.

Lexis Baker

Office Administrator

More About Lexis

Where were you born? Las Vegas, NV

Do you have children? I have a daughter named Charlie 🙂

What do you like most about Lira Electric? What I love about Lira Electric is how family-oriented the company is. It creates a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and cared for.

How many years have you been in your industry? 1 year

Do you have a personal motto you live by? “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail”

Jason Sparks

Low Voltage Specialist/Project Manager

More About Jason

Where were you born? Denver, Colorado

What is your favorite hobby? Spending time with family/kids, music, sports

Are you married? Amber and I have been together for 20+ years

Do you have children? 3 children, and 1 grandchild

Are you a sports fan? Denver Broncos

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The community/tight knit culture, work-life balance promoted, and teamwork mentality. Also… lots of food 🙂

How many years have you been in your industry? 20+ years

Do you have a personal motto you live by? Not really personal motto, but my favorite quote is “Luck is when hard work and preparation meet opportunity”

Who is someone you admire, and why? My mother, for showing me positivity will always trump negativity and instilling a never give up mentality.

Bryant Valentine

Foreman

More About Bryant

Where were you born? Virginia Beach, Virginia

Are you married? Just married! September 2025

Do you have children? Three children and three bonus children

Are you a sports fan? Buffalo Bills!

What do you like most about Lira Electric? What I like most about Lira Electric is the opportunity to constantly learn. Unlike many construction-focused companies that concentrate only on installation, Lira handles everything — installation, maintenance, demolition, remodels — essentially anything the customer requires. 

How many years have you been in your industry? I’ve been in the electrical construction field for 19 years.

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique is that I view our crews as a team and value everyone’s input on the best way to complete a job, ensuring it’s done efficiently, professionally, and to the customer’s satisfaction.

Jaime Martinez

Foreman

More About Jaime

Where were you born? Mexico

Are you married? Yes, and I have 4 children.

Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? Raiders

What do you like most about Lira Electric? They lookout for the safety of their employees and always make you feel like part of the Lira family. It’s the best company I have ever worked for.

How many years have you been in your industry?  27+ years

What makes you unique in your profession? It’s not just a job, it’s my passion.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? My motto is ‘Always give my best’

Who is someone you admire?  Robert Lira is an example to follow. I am proud to be part of his team.

Robert Portela

Operations Support Specialist

More About Robert

Where were you born? Camagüey, Cuba

What is your favorite hobby? Traveling and discovering new places, especially exploring their history and culture.

Are you married? Yes, I’ve shared my life with my partner for more than 12 years.

Are you a sports fan? Not really—unless you count chasing after opportunities.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? What I like most about Lira Electric is the strong family-oriented environment that makes everyone feel valued and supported. It is more than just a workplace—it is a community where teamwork and respect are at the center of everything we do. I also appreciate the opportunities for personal and professional growth, as the company encourages us to keep learning, improving, and building a meaningful career within the industry.

How many years have you been in your industry? 6 months

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is the combination of a strong work ethic, a positive mindset, and a genuine commitment to growth. I take pride in approaching every task with dedication and responsibility, no matter how big or small. My eagerness to learn allows me to adapt quickly, continuously expand my skills, and embrace new challenges. Beyond technical abilities, I strive to bring reliability, teamwork, and integrity to everything I do, which helps me contribute in a meaningful and lasting way to both my colleagues and the company.  

Do you have a personal motto you live by? My life is guided by three pillars: freedom, love, and respect.

Who is someone you admire? I admire my mother and grandmother the most. They are everything to me, and their strength, love, and sacrifices have shaped the person I am today. They also instilled in me strong values, which is why I’m passionate about conservative principles such as hard work, responsibility, and family unity.

Marcel Laing

General Foreman

More About Marcel

Where were you born? Rocky Point Jamaica

What is your favorite hobby? Playing my bass and cycling

Are you married? Yes, 20 years

Do you have children? Yes, 4 kids

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The culture that Mr. Lira established himself has trickled down to every aspect of the company. Everyone is a key part of the team, no job title too small.

How many years have you been in your industry? 23+ Years (5 years at Lira)

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in the industry is the fact that I am Electrically gifted. Some people are born with musical abilities and I was born with Electrical abilities and I take great pleasure in this career.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? “Persistence is to try”

Who is someone you admire? My adopted father. He is a man among men. He introduced me into the trade and nurtured me into the man I am today.

Bridget Presley

Security Systems Specialist/PM

More About Bridget

Where were you born? Upstate New York (Newark, New York)

What is your favorite hobby? Attending NASCAR races, Golden Knights games and concerts.

Are you married? Yes, since 2020

Are you a sports fan? Yes. I follow the Buffalo Bills in the NFL, the Vegas Golden Knights in the NHL, and I enjoy watching UFC.

Have you ever served in the military? Air Force, 4 years

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The positive attitude and approachability of all our employees and co-workers.

How many years have you been in your industry? 3 years

What makes you unique in your profession? My prior military experience helps me connect and build strong relationships with our federal customers, giving me a unique perspective and understanding of their needs.  

Do you have a personal motto you live by? “Fake it ‘til you make it”

Who is someone you admire? I admire my parents. They have always been incredibly hard workers, and I look up to their work ethic and the success they’ve had raising a large family. 

Lupe Rodriguez

Safety Manager

More About Lupe

Where were you born? Colima Mexico

What is your favorite hobby? I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and camping. I recently started fishing and really love it. I also value spending quality time with family and friends.

 Are you married? Yes, I’ve been married for 23 years. We’ve had our challenges, but our love has only grown stronger. I’m truly blessed to share my life with such a wonderful man.

Do you have children? Yes, 4. A beautiful daughter, 3 awesome boys and an amazing granddaughter.

Are you a sports fan? Yes, Cowboys at heart, but I also support the 49ers and Giants out of family loyalty.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? What I value most about Lira Electric is the culture of respect, teamwork, and the genuine feeling of family. The owners have served as mentors, consistently supporting my professional development and personal growth with integrity and leadership.

How many years have you been in your industry?  I have 23 years of management experience and I been with Lira Electric 3+ years. I recently became Safety Manager and enjoy supporting our team’s safety and well-being.

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is my positive attitude and commitment to always giving my best. I make it a priority to know the company’s goals and focus my efforts on helping achieve them effectively and with purpose.

David Roth

Foreman

More About David

Where were you born? Phoenix, AZ

What is your favorite hobby? Miniature wargaming

Are you a sports fan? I’ll always be a Colorado Avalanche fan, but I do love my Golden Knights!

Have you ever served in the military? No, but I come from a military family.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I really appreciate the family atmosphere here — it genuinely feels like the owners care about their people, and I don’t feel like just a number. Robert is committed to quality work and making sure everyone has the support they need to succeed.

How many years have you been in your industry?  22 years

What makes you unique in your profession? I come from the non-union side of the industry, with most of my career based in Colorado at a company very similar to Lira. I have a broad range of experience, having worked on everything from small apartments to multi-million-dollar homes, small offices, large warehouses, and restaurants. I also spent four years as a maintenance electrician at a hospital and nearly eight years doing service work.

How many years have you been in your industry?  I have 23 years of management experience and I been with Lira Electric 3+ years. I recently became Safety Manager and enjoy supporting our team’s safety and well-being.

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is my positive attitude and commitment to always giving my best. I make it a priority to know the company’s goals and focus my efforts on helping achieve them effectively and with purpose.

Matthew (Bones) Dressler

Foreman

More About Bones

Where were you born? Las Vegas 

What is your favorite hobby? Hunting 

Are you married? Yes, I’ve been married for 8 years.  

Do you have children? Yes, I have two little girls.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I love the family vibe here at Lira — everyone’s always willing to help out when you need something.

How many years have you been in your industry? 10 years 

James (Jim) Crisp

Superintendent

More About Jim

Where were you born? Putnam, Connecticut

What is your favorite hobby? Flyfishing 

Do you have children? I have 2 children and 3 grandchildren 

Are you a sports fan? My favorite sport is College Football 

Have you ever served in the military? I served 6 Years in the US Navy

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I feel like Lira is a fast-growing small business, and it’s exciting to be part of that growth!

How many years have you been in your industry? I’ve worked in various areas of the construction industry for over 30 years.

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is my diversification across multiple trades.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? The motto I live by is the ‘Golden Rule.’ It’s simple: treat others the way you want to be treated.

Who is someone you admire? The person I’ve admired most in my life is my father. He taught me discipline, respect, and the value of hard work. He shaped me into the man I am today.

Terry Federico

General Manager

More About Terry

What is your name? Terry Mora-Federico

Where were you born? Born in Mexico and raised in Tucson, AZ

What is your favorite hobby? Watching my kids play sports

Are you married? Yes, 14 incredible years filled with fun, adventure, and unforgettable moments.

Do you have children? Two beautiful boys and two talented stepsons.

Are you a sports fan? I like watching Soccer and Basketball

What do you like most about Lira Electric? The culture, the amazing people I get to work with, and the constant opportunities to learn and grow!

How many years have you been in your industry? 20+ years (5 years with Lira Electric)

What makes you unique in your profession? I am a highly self-motivated individual with a strong drive. My willingness to learn and grow enables me to adapt quickly to new challenges and embrace opportunities for improvement. I am dedicated to delivering great service, which enables me to play a key role in contributing the success of the organization.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? It’s not really a personal motto, but I like the quote… “We are not a team because we work together, we are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other.”

Who is someone you admire, and why? My parents were incredible role models for me growing up, and my husband that has always been my greatest supporter.

Del Brewer

Electrical Estimator / Project Manager

More About Del

Where were you born? Casa Grande, AZ

What is your favorite hobby? I enjoy live shows and theater, as well as spending quality time with friends and family.

Are you married? Married, 42 years

Do you have children? We have 1 adult daughter

Are you a sports fan? I’m not particularly a fan of any one team sport, but I’ve played for several years in co-ed softball leagues.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I like the team atmosphere.

How many years have you been in your industry? I’ve been in the electrical trade for 26 years, with experience in the field, in teaching, and in management.

What makes you unique in your profession? What sets me apart in the construction trade is my broad perspective. Over the years, I’ve worked as a business owner, business manager, project manager, superintendent, estimator, teacher, field foreman, general foreman, journeyman, and even started as an apprentice electrician.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? I choose to see the best in every situation.

Who is someone you admire? I admired my mother who could always find room for one more at the table.

Mikhail Testa

Project Engineer

More About Mikhail

Where were you born? Fort Leavenworth, Kansas

What is your favorite hobby? Running

Do you have children? If so, how many? Yes, daughter is 21 and son is 17

Are you a sports fan? I’ll watch sports socially, but I don’t really have a favorite team. If I had to pick in football, it would be the Denver Broncos or Kansas City Chiefs

Have you ever served in the military? Yes, I retired from the U.S. Air Force on April 1, 2025, after 25 years of service.

What is your current job title? Project Engineer

What do you like most about Lira Electric? A collaborative, team-focused environment where everyone works together to achieve goals.

How many years have you been in your industry? I have 11 years of experience as a Project Manager in the U.S. Air Force and was able to translate those skills outside, which led to my role with Lira.

What makes you unique in your profession? Learning how to network effectively and work with everyone to meet the end goals.

Shane Morris

Executive Construction Manager

More About Shane

Where were you born? Texas

What is your favorite hobby? Fitness / Technology / Family

Are you married? Yes, 15 years

Do you have children? 2 boys 9 & 12

Are you a sports fan? Not a sports fan, but I’m at every one of my boys’ soccer games and practices.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? What I like most about working for this company is the sense of family and the unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. The company genuinely values each employee and fosters a supportive and collaborative environment. This focus on teamwork and excellence not only creates a positive workplace but also ensures that we go above and beyond to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. It’s incredibly rewarding to be part of a team that takes such pride in both its people and its service.

How many years have you been in your industry? 20+ year of experience

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is my commitment to customer satisfaction. I prioritize clear communication and proactive problem-solving to ensure that every project not only meets but exceeds client expectations. My approach involves understanding the client’s vision and delivering results that align with their goals, all while maintaining a high standard of quality and efficiency.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? YES! “Happy Wife, Happy Life”

Who is someone you admire? I deeply admire my wife for her remarkable qualities as a person, mother, and partner. Her support and constant encouragement inspire me to grow and become a better individual every day.

Dennis Buchanan

Project Estimator

More About Dennis

Where were you born? Long Beach, California.

What is your favorite hobby? Music and Grandkids

Are you married? If so, how many years? Married, 53 years

Do you have children? We have four kids

Are you a sports fan? Somewhat—mainly college and high school basketball.

Have you ever served in the military? I served four years in the United States Navy (Destroyer / Long Beach, CA) 

What is your current job title? Project Estimator

What do you like most about Lira Electric? Honestly, what drew me to Lira was the integrity and honesty I saw in the team that interviewed me. That’s very rare these days, and if you find it, hold on to it.

How many years have you been in your industry? Almost 50 years

What makes you unique in your profession? Experience. I’ve been in this industry for a long time and have experience across nearly every trade. I settled into project management and estimating because it aligns best with my skill set, but the true asset in this industry is the subcontractors. I value the relationships I’ve built over the years, many of which have endured even as employment changed. Trust, honesty, dedication, and friendship are invaluable.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? In everything you do, do it as unto the Lord. (Col 3:23)

Who is someone you admire? All those who came before us. They did the hard things, so we don’t have to. Hard work, honesty, integrity, compassion and giving hearts that never stop doing what is right, no matter the cost. That is what is impressive and admirable to me.

Noah Nevarez

Project Engineer

More About Noah

Where were you born? Tucson, AZ
What is your favorite hobby? Family time & Photography
Are you married? Yes, since 2007
Do you have children? I have a 3-year old princess
Are you a sports fan? I am. Suns, D-backs & Cardinals…All Arizona!
What do you like most about Lira Electric? Since day one, from those in an office to everyone out on the field, everyone is willing to help and assist in anything I’ve needed. Lira is more than just a company… it’s people growing TOGETHER.
What makes you unique in your profession? I work well with others. So, whether we’re two or two dozen working together, you will be treated with kindness and respect.
Do you have a personal motto you live by? Actions speak louder than words
Who is someone you admire? My wife. I’ve seen her transition from a wonderful wife to an exceptional mother. She’s the type of friend, mentor and confidant that everyone deserves to have in their life. Plus, she’s the best multi-tasker I’ve ever known!

Yanneth Rodriguez

Accountant Manager

More About Yanneth

What is your name? Yanneth Rodriguez

Where were you born? Mexico and raised in Tucson, AZ

What is your favorite hobby? Reading a good a novel

Are you married? Yes

Do you have children? Yes, 2

Are you a sports fan? Yes, baseball.

What do you like most about Lira Electric? I enjoy collaborating with talented colleagues who share their knowledge and support one another. Lira also offers valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth.

How many years have you been in your industry? Over 25 years

What makes you unique in your profession? What makes me unique in my profession is that I am detailed-oriented, reliable and a team player.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? Life doesn’t have to be perfect to be wonderful.

Who is someone you admire, and why?  My mother is someone I deeply admire. I don’t know anyone who works harder than she does. As an immigrant, her remarkable resilience and unwavering dedication to providing a better life for her children, often through significant sacrifices, are truly inspiring. She has always taught us the value of endurance and perseverance.

Maria Martinez

Accounting Assistant

More About Maria

Where were you born? Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico

What is your favorite hobby? I really enjoy running.

Are you married? Yes, I have been married for seven years.

Do you have children? I do not have children, but I do have 2 adorable and amazing dogs!

Are you a sports fan? Not really—if I’m watching a game, it’s usually for the food.  

What do you like most about Lira Electric?  The Friendly environment.

How many years have you been in your industry? Two years.

What makes you unique in your profession? My desire to keep learning.

Do you have a personal motto you live by? Treat yourself

Who is someone you admire, and why? I admire my dad. He’s one of the smartest and most hardworking people I know, and he always wants the best for everyone around him.

Lira Electric’s Mission

Effective Electrical Solutions, “Quality with Pride” Construction, Integrity in Everything We Do

Lira Electric’s mission is simple and steadfast: Quality, Service & Integrity. Our commitment to excellence in quality, safety, service & cost efficiency is reflected in every job we do. We build our work right the first time, delivering the highest value to our clients with a sense of urgency.

We take pride in knowing that our reputation continues to grow exponentially among our public-sector clients throughout Southern Nevada based on these unwavering principles.

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