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Taking The State Test
So you want to be a Master Electrical Contractor!
Do you think you are ready to handle the responsibility and challenge of mastering the electrical field, the electrical engineers, or the electrical inspections?
You may be good at bending pipe, pulling cables and even making up panelboards, but do you know how to calculate, size conductors, size raceways, design a service and branch circuits from scratch? Can you size up transformers or completely the layout and install a motor control center? What do you know about health care facilities or hazardous locations? Can you read you code and understand it?
Its time to study, study and study. Its time to use your head. You must become the Master Surgeon of the electrical code and other safety requirements class schedule
The test for the Master Electrical Licenses is given every year in every state or local jurisdiction. Check with your state or local jurisdiction to find out the dates, times and requirements. I will list the states and information as it becomes available. The test very in all states, so the best way to prepare for the test is to research technical schools and instructors in that state or instructors certified in that state.
If you have a state licenses already, some states will reciprocate your licenses to their state. That's good news for some.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is required to hold a license from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board?
A. A license from the Georgia Construction Industry Licensing Board is required for the following:
1. Conditioned Air Contractor;
2. Electrical Contractor;
3. Low Voltage Contractor;
4. Master Plumber;
5. Journeyman Plumber;
6. Medical Gas Piping;
7. Utility Contractor;
8. Utility Manager; and
9. Utility Foreman.
Q. How can I obtain a state license?
A. To obtain a state license as a conditioned air contractor, electrical contractor, low voltage contractor, master plumber, or journeyman plumber or a state certificate as a utility manager, you must:
1. submit a completed application and nonrefundable fee with documentation of the required experience and other qualifications and reference information,
2. submit a completed examination scheduling form with fee, and
3. pass the examination.
To obtain a state medical gas piping or utility foreman certificate, you must submit a completed application documenting completion of an approved training program. To obtain a state utility contractor license, a business must submit a completed application documenting the employment of a state certified utility manager and the adoption of a safety policy.
Q. How can I receive an application?
A. You may download application forms, e-mail us, or contact the board office:
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA
31217-3858
(478) 207-2440
(478) 207-1425 fax
Please provide your name, mailing address and the type of license you are requesting. You will be mailed an application packet that contains:
1. An application form;
2. Examination scheduling form with the exam dates;
3. Examination reference list;
4. Examination reference sources;
5. Review Course list;
6. Board Law and Rules Excerpts
Q. Why are there separate application forms and fees and examination scheduling forms and fees?
A. To be approved to take the examination, you must be approved by the Board. You must submit to the Board an application fee and application form documenting your qualification. The Board uses a professional examination service (AMP) to conduct the examination. To be scheduled to take the examination, you must submit a examination fee and examination scheduling form to AMP. A fee is set to cover the cost of each activity.
The application form and fee must be received by the board office at least 45 days before your first examination. Please see the examination dates and locations listed here on this site. The examination scheduling form and fee must be received by AMP at least 40 days before each examination you take
The approval of your application is good for two (2) years. During that period, you are not required to submit a new application to the Board. Of course, you must submit a scheduling form and fee for each examination you wish to take.
You may reference Examination Information for further information regarding examination dates, times, and locations.
Q. What are the required fees for a license?
A. The nonrefundable application fee is $30.00, except for the $50.00 utility contractor application fee, and the examination fee is $128.00, except for the $117.00 low voltage examination fee.
There is no fee required for the initial license. Upon passing the examination, a license will be mailed to you. The license should arrive within approximately 6 weeks of the examination date.
Q. Is my out of state license recognized in Georgia?
A. To contract for covered services in Georgia, you must hold a Georgia license. The Georgia Board does have agreements to accept the results of some examinations conducted by other state boards. The Georgia Board will accept results of approved examinations conducted by:
1. Florida (electrical and low voltage),
2. North Carolina (electrical and low voltage),
3. South Carolina (conditioned air and electrical), and
4. Texas (conditioned air).
With your application, you must submit a certification letter from the respective state board verifying that you hold a license and have passed the examination.
Q. Will my Georgia license be accepted in another state?
A. To contract in another state, you must meet the requirements of the other state. The Georgia Board does have agreements under which the results of your Georgia examination may be accepted by other states. See the Answer above for a listing of the states. To determine the requirements of another state, you must contact the other state board directly.
Q. How can I obtain a general contractor or homebuilder license?
A. Georgia does currently require a state license for general or residential contracting. A state license was required beginning July 1st 2007. If you are a general or residential contractor, you should contact the local government where you will be working. You may find additional information on state licensing for general and residential contractors at http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/contractors/default.htm. Also, contact the Secretary of State's First Stop Business Information Center. If you contract for work from any of the trades listed above, you must hold the appropriate license from the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Q. How do I keep my license current?
A. You must apply for renewal prior to the expiration date. A renewal form is mailed to all current licensees approximately 6 weeks prior to renewal. You should advise the Board office in writing if you have a change of address. The renewal fee for a two-year period is $75.00, except for the $35.00 renewal fee for journeyman plumber and utility foreman licenses. To qualify for renewal, conditioned air contractors, electrical contractors, and plumbers must have completed continuing education.
Q. How do I complete continuing education?
A. See Board Rule 121-4 for the requirements for continuing education. Persons holding a conditioned air contractor license, electrical contractor license, or plumber license must complete at least 4 hours per year of instruction related to their profession. Courses must be conducted by a college, vocational-technical school, or trade association. Conditioned air and electrical contractors may also complete courses conducted by a utility or equipment manufacturer. To determine when courses are held, you must contact one of these agencies directly.
Q. In addition to the contractor license, what other requirements must I meet in order to open a business?
A. Businesses are required to meet requirements of the federal, state, and local governments. To determine federal and local requirements, you will need to contact those agencies directly. A listing should be available in the government section of your telephone directory. To contact information for state agencies, reference the First Stop Business Information Center or contact the state directory assistance at 404-656-2000.
Georgia State Electrical Exams:
Electrical Contractors - National
Date Location Time Deadline
3/11/2008
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Atlanta, GA
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8:00 AM
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(must be registered by Jan 11, 2008)
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3/11/2008
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Tifton, GA
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8:00 AM
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(must be registered by Jan 11, 2008)
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7/16/2008
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Atlanta, GA
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8:00 AM
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(must be registered by May 16, 2008)
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/2008
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Savanna, GA
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8:00 AM
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(must be registered by May 16, 2008)
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10/22/2008
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Atlanta, GA
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8:00 AM
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(must be registered by Aug. 22, 2008)
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Reference material:
Only the reference material listed may be used during the examination. NO other reference materials will be allowed. Some of the test questions will be based on the field experience and knowledge of the trade practices; therefore, questions will not be limited to the reference material. Candidates may bring as many or as few of the references desired. You are not to bring in other photocopied materials or notes, even if they are pasted in the reference book. Additional notes or material will have to be removed from your reference books before you start the examination. References are good through DEC 31, 2006. If you need an update go to web site: www.sos.state.ga.us.
or just pick up the phone and call (478) 207-2440.
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