Master Electrician

Exam

State exam

Education

Specific course

Experience

Experience

Background check

Specific type of conviction prohibited

Master Electricians must be proficient in all areas of electrical work and be able to supervise and coordinate the work of others engaged in construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical power, lighting, control, and communication systems. They must plan and layout complete wiring systems according to instructions, blueprints, schematic drawings, and sketches. They must have thorough knowledge in the use of electrical testing equipment and procedures to check for defective or faulty electrical systems and to check electrical systems for conformance with safety and performance standards. They must be completely knowledgeable of electrical codes, standards, rules, and regulations of the industry. They must be capable of checking their work and the work of other electricians under them to insure that all electrical installations are correct and in compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Requirements: 1) Must have a degree in Electrical Engineering plus two years construction related experience, or 2) Six years of experience in the construction industry, both residential and commercial, including two years experience as a licensed journeyman electrician, or 3) Any combination of training and experience as the Board may approve, such as formal electrical apprenticeship programs specifically approved by the Board, on-the-job training specifically approved by the Board, or a combination of training and construction experience that is determined by the Board to be equivalent to that as specified in number 1 or 2 above. Examination fee: $80.00 (computerized exam), License fee: $50.00, Renewal fee: $50.00 per year