Alabama
Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure
7956
Vaughn Road, PMB 392
Montgomery, Alabama 36116
Phone:
(334) 264-9388
Fax: (334) 264-9332
http://www.aesbl.com
License Types:
Application Process:
For a complete listing of rules
and procedures for licensure, visit the web site listed above,
and click the section for “rules.” Contact the Alabama
Electronic Security Board of Licensure for an application.
Fees: $150.00 Administrative Fee (One time fee upon the
first application) See the rules and regulations PDF at the
above URL for more information about license fees.
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Alaska
Department
of Community and Economic Development
Division of
Occupational Licensing
Contractor Licensing Section
333
Willoughby Ave., 9th floor
Juneau, Alaska 99811-0806
http://www.commerce.state.ak.us/occ/pcon.htm
License Types:
Communications Contractors—Installs telephone
wiring and equipment, radio communications devices and
equipment, audiovisual equipment, and navigational
equipment.
Low Voltage Alarm or Signaling Device Contractor—Installs
fire sensing and signaling devices, intrusion or proximity
detection and signaling devices, or automatic fire
protection systems, except sprinkler systems.
Application Process:
A specialty contractor is
limited to three non-mechanical trades, such as communications
and low voltage alarm and signaling devices. Visit the following
URL to download the application for the General, Mechanical and
Specialty Contractor:
http://www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/pcon1.htm and click on
“Construction Contractor Application Packet”
Please note that all construction contractors required to be
licensed by the State of Alaska MUST first apply for an Alaska
Business License. For more information about this, call (907)
465-2550, or visit
http://www.dced.state.ak.us/occ/buslic.htm
Fees:
Application fee: $50.00
License fee:
$200.00
Renewal fee: Biennial registration renewal fee (for
all or part of the licensing period) $200.00
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Arizona
Arizona Registrar for Contractors
800 West
Washington
6th floor
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2940
(602)
542-1525
http://www.rc.state.az.us/
License Types:
Specialty Residential Contracting:
C-12: Low Voltage Communication Systems:
Installation and repair of low voltage alarm, intercom,
telephone, call, clock and television systems, including
towers and antennas.
C-16: Fire protection Systems: Installation and
repair of fire prevention and protection systems including
all low voltage signaling systems.
Specialty Dual License Contracting:
K-16: Fire protection Systems: This classification
allows the scope or work permitted by the commercial L-16
Fire Protection Systems and the residential C-16 Fire
Protection Licenses.
K-67: Low Voltage Communications Systems: This
classification allows the scope of work permitted by the
commercial L-67 Low Voltage Communications Systems, and the
residential C-12 Low Voltage Communications Systems
Licenses.
Specialty Commercial Contracting:
L-67: Low Voltage Communication Systems:
Installation, service, repair, and maintenance of systems
and devices of low voltage, including public address;
intercommunication systems; telephone switchboards; call
systems; master and program clocks (Low voltage wiring and
needed equipment only.)
For a complete list of Contractor’s License Classifications,
visit:
http://www.rc.state.az.us/l_class.html
Application Process:
For a list of the steps
involved in applying for a license, and to download an
application, visit the following link:
http://www.rc.state.az.us/l_app.html
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Arkansas
The State of Arkansas requires special licensing for security
alarm system installation/monitoring.
Arkansas State Police Headquarters
1 State Police
Plaza Drive
Little Rock, AR 72209
http://www.asp.state.ar.us/pl/pl.html
For licensing information with the Arkansas State Police,
telephone the Regulatory Services office at (501) 618-8600
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California
The Sate of California requires special licensing for Low
Voltage Electrical Contractors, and for the installation and
maintenance of burglar alarms.
California State Licensing Board
For Low Voltage and General
Electrical Contractors
9821 Business Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826-0026
http://www.cslb.ca.gov
License Types: Low Voltage Systems Contractor
Application Process:
Download an application packet
at
http://www.cslb.ca.gov/services/forms.asp by clicking on the
PDF for “Application for Contractor’s License.” Here, applicants
can find information and download an application to gain a
C-7 License: Low Voltage Systems Contractor: This
contractor installs, services and maintains all types of
communication and low voltage systems which are energy limited
and do not exceed 91 volts. These systems include, telephone
systems, sound systems, cable television systems, closed-circuit
video systems, satellite dish antennas, instrumentation and
temperature controls, and low voltage landscape lighting. Low
voltage fire alarm systems are specifically not included in this
section.
Fees:
Low Voltage/Electric Contractor Single classification: $250
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
For Burglar Alarm installation, service, etc.
401 S Street,
Suite 101
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone: (916) 322-4000
Fax: (916) 323-1182
http://www.dca.ca.gov/bsis/bsisarlm.htm
License types required for Burglar alarm work:
Alarm Company Operator License: Needed for a
business that sells, installs, monitors, maintains, services
or responds to alarm systems. In order for a company to seek
this license, there must be a Qualified Manager on staff.
Qualified Manager: An individual who will manage
the business on a day-to-day basis. Must have passed the
licensing examination.
Alarm Agent (registration): Employed by an alarm
company operator to sell, install, monitor, maintain,
service of respond to alarm systems or to supervise such
actions.
Application Process:
Applications for registration
as an alarm agent are available from alarm company operators. To
request an application for licensure as an Alarm Company
operator or Qualified Manager, call (916) 322-4000 or (800)
952-5210, or visit the BSIS web site at
http://www.dca.ca.gov/bsis.
Application Fees:
Alarm Company Operator: $35
Qualified Manager: $105
Alarm Agent: $17 Registration fee
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Connecticut
Department of Consumer Protection, Occupational & Professional
Licensing Division
165 Capitol Ave., Room 147
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 713-6000
http://www.state.ct.us/dcp
License Types:
Limited Electrical Contractor (L-5): Covers work in
ADT, Low voltage signal work, audio and sound systems
(voltage of any system not to exceed 25 volts)
Limited Electrical Contractor (C-5): ADT, low
voltage signal work, telephone-interconnect systems (to
voltage of any system is not to exceed 48 volts)
Limited Electrical Journeyperson (C-6): September perform
the same work as C-5 contractor, but must be in the
employment of a licensed C-5 contractor.
Application Process:
Applications are available
online at:
http://www.dcp.state.ct.us/licensing/occprotrades.htm
Application Fees:
Limited Electrical Contractor
(L-5): $75.00
Limited Electrical Contractor (C-5): $75.00
Limited Electrical Journeyperson (C-6): $45.00
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Colorado
The State of Colorado does not license or register burglar alarm
or fire alarm installations. Alarm installation and sales
businesses are frequently licensed on the local level. Always
contact the local city or county government to determine local
requirements. Visit the
following site for more detailed information:
http://www.state.co.us/oed/industry/IndDetail.cfm?id=25
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Delaware
State of Delaware Department of Administrative Services
Division of Professional Regulation
Board of Electrical
Examiners
861 Silver Lake Boulevard, Ste. 203
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 744-4500
Fax: (302) 739-2711
http://www.professionallicensing.state.de.us/default.shtml
License Types:
Download applications at the following site:
http://www.professionallicensing.state.de.us/boards/electrician/newlicense.shtml
Fees: Contact the Board of Electrical Examiners for
more information.
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Florida
Department of Business and Professional Regulation
Division
of Professions
Electrical Contractors’ Licensing Board
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0771
Phone:
850-487-1395
E-mail:
callcenter@dbpr.state.fl.us
For e-mails, include
“Electrical” in subject line.
License Types:
Registered Alarm Contractor I (Fire and Burglar)
Registered Alarm System Contractor II (Burglar Only)
Specialty Electrical Contractor—This includes Limited Energy
(low voltage) Systems Specialty Contractor
Applications are available online at:
http://www.myflorida.com/dbpr/pro/forms/elboard/index.shtml
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Georgia
Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board
Division
of Low Voltage Contractors
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, Florida 31217-3858
Phone: (478) 207-1416
Fax: (478)
207-1425
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/construct/
License Type: Low Voltage Contractor (Includes alarm
systems and telecommunication systems)
Application Process: Download applications at the
following site:
http://www.sos.state.ga.us/plb/construct/download_forms.htm
Fees:
$30.00 non-refundable application fee.
No
license fee—mailed to applicants within 6 weeks of passing exam.
Renewal fee for a two-year period is $75.00
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Hawaii
State of Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
P.O. Box 3469
Honolulu, HI 96801
E-mail:
Elect_plumb@dcca.hawaii.gov
http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/areas_electrician.html
Types of Licenses:
Applications: Applications can be downloaded at
http://www.hawaii.gov/dcca/pvl/areas_electrician.html
Fees:
Application fee: $40.00
License fee:
$225.00 if licensed between July 1 and June 30 of the first year
of the triennium.
$150.00 if licensed between July 1 and June
30 of the 5th year of the triennium.
$ 75.00 is licensed
between July 1 and June 30 of the 6th year of the triennium.
Renewal fee: $225.00
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Idaho
Division of Building Safety
Electrical Bureau,
Licensing Section
1090 E. Watertower St.
Meridian, ID
83642
Phone: (208) 334-2183
Fax: (208) 855-2165
http://www2.state.id.us/dbs/electrical/index.html
Types of Licenses:
Application Process: An application for a Specialty
Electrical License can be downloaded at:
http://www2.state.id.us/dbs/electrical/forms/ef-511.pdf
An application for a Specialty Electrical Contractor’s License
can be downloaded at:
http://www2.state.id.us/dbs/electrical/forms/ef-515.pdf
Fees:
Application Fee: $15.00 administrative fee
for both
License Fee: For Specialty Journeyman: $55.00
For
Specialty Contractors: $125.00
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Illinois
No statewide licensing of electrical contractors or journeyman
is required, but there is separate licensing required for any
firm that installs or maintains fire and burglar alarm systems.
Contact the Illinois state Fire Marshal’s office for licensing
information.
State Fire Marshal
1035 Stevenson Drive
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone: (217) 785-0969
Fax: (217)
782-1062
http://www.state.il.us/osfm
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Indiana
There is no statewide licensing, though most municipalities have
contractor licensing, and some have low voltage/specialty
licensing. Contact the following office for more information:
Office of the State Building Commissioner
402 West
Washington Street, Room W246
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: (317) 232-6213
Fax: (317) 232-0146
http://www.in.gov/sema/osbc/
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Iowa
There is no statewide licensing for electrical journeyman,
contractors, or specialty licenses, but the State Fire Marshal
has the authority to inspect for fire hazards.
Iowa Department of Public Safety
Division of State
Fire Marshal
621 East Second Street
Des Moines, IA
50309-1831
Phone: (515) 281-1831
Fax: (515) 242-6299
http://www.iowa.gov/
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Kansas
No statewide licensing or specialty licensing.
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Kentucky
Environmental and Public Protection Cabinet
Office
of Housing, Buildings and Construction
101 Sea Hero Rd. Suite
100
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: (502) 573-0364
Fax:
(502) 564-4011
http://hbc.ppr.ky.gov/electrical_licensing.htm#2
License Types:
Electrical Contractor
Master Electrician
Electrician
These licenses are required to perform
any
electrical work in the state of Kentucky. Please note, however,
that workers installing or repairing low-voltage
telecommunications systems are exempt from licensure. There is
separate licensure for the fire protection alarm systems.
The Fire Protection Systems Section licenses fire protection
contractors. To download applications and forms for alarm
licenses, visit the following link:
http://hbc.ppr.ky.gov/FireProtectionSystems.htm
Application Process: To download applications, visit
the following link:
http://hbc.ppr.ky.gov/formslibrary.htm
Fees:
Application fee for Electrical Contractor: $200
Application
fee for Master Electrician: $100
Application fee for
Electrician: $50
All fees are non-refundable
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Louisiana
Department of Public Safety & Corrections
Office of
the State Fire Marshal
8181 Independence Boulevard
Baton
Rouge, LA 70806
Phone: (800) 256-5452 or
(225) 925-4911
Fax: (225) 925-3699
http://www.dps.state.la.us/sfm/
License Types:
Type A Firm-Full Burglar Alarm, Access Control and CCTV
Type A-1 Firm-Single Station Fire Alarm in 1&2 Family
Dwellings Type
A Employee Type
A-1 Employee
Type A-4 Firm- CCTV Alarm System Contractor
Type A-4 Employee
Class D – Fire Detection and Alarm for Fires
Class D-1- Non-required Fire Alarm
Class D-2- Minor Service & repair to own Fire Alarm Systems
Application Process:
Fees:
License Fee: Original Firm fee for Electronic
protective system licenses (Burglar): $250.00
Original
Employee fee for Electronic protective system licenses: $100
For Fire Alarm Firm and Employee fees, visit:
http://www.dps.state.la.us/sfm/lnsng/lic_fireprot.htm
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Maine
Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation
Office of Licensing and Registration
http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr/categories/cat16.htm
Electrician’s Examining Board
35 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333-0035
Phone: (207) 624-8610
Fax: (207)
624-8637
http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr
License Type: Limited Electrician in Low Energy. This
includes:
Application Process: Applications can be downloaded at
the following site:
http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr/PDF/elecexam.pdf
Fees:
Application Fee: $25.00
License Fee:
$100.00
Renewal Fee: For Limited Electrician (renewal
necessary every 2 years): $100.00
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Maryland
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
State Board of Master Electricians
500 North Calvert St.,
Room 302
Baltimore, MD 21202
Phone: (410) 230-6163
Fax: (410) 333-6314
http://www.dllr.state.md.us
The State Board of Master Electricians issues only one license:
Master Electrician. In Maryland the actual performance licenses
to perform electrical work is issued by each of the local
jurisdictions. Many of the local jurisdictions do issue
additional categories of electrical licenses. All of these
licenses are “lesser” than a Master Electrician. For example,
some local jurisdictions September issue a “limited electrician,” or
“low voltage” license. Individuals interested in obtaining a
lesser license must contact the local jurisdiction where he or
she intends to be doing that kind of work. Not all jurisdictions
offer a lesser license. In the jurisdictions that do not offer a
lesser license, an individual would need to hold a master
electrician’s license to perform any kind of electrical work.
Contact the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
if you have any questions.
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Massachusetts
Division of Professional Licensure
239 Causeway St.,
Suite 500
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 727-9931
Fax:
(617) 727-5012
www.mass.gov/reg/boards/el
License Types:
Systems Contractor
Systems Technician
“Systems” include fire warning, and security.
Application Process: To obtain an application, visit
the following site:
http://www.mass.gov/dpl/boards/el/forms.htm
Fees: For fees and renewal information, visit the
following site:
http://www.mass.gov/dpl/boards/el/misc/addsystc.htm
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Michigan
Department of Labor and Economic Growth
Bureau of
Construction Codes & Fire Safety
Electrical Division
P.O.
Box 30254
Lansing, MI 48909
Phone: (517) 241-9320
Fax:
(517) 241-9320
http://www.michigan.gov/bccfs
License Types:
Application Process: To download the PDF for an
Electrical/Fire Alarm/Sign Contractor Examination, visit the
following site:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/cis_bcc_econtexam_81721_7.pdf
To download a PDF for a Fire Alarm Specialty Technician
Examination, visit the following site:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/cis_bcc_elefstex_64296_7.pdf
Fees:
Application Fee: Non-refundable $25.00
License Fee: $20.00
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Minnesota
Department of Labor and Economic Growth
Minnesota
Electricity Board
1821 University Ave., Suites S-128
Saint
Paul, MN 55104-2993
Phone: (651) 642-0800
Fax: (651)
642-0441
http://www.electricity.state.mn.us
License Types:
Application Process: Application forms are not
available online. You must request all necessary forms from the
Minnesota Electricity Board. Visit the following site to request
an application:
http://www.electricity.state.mn.us/lib/Include/spx_frm.html
Fees:
License Fee: For Power Limited Technician:
$30.00
For Technology Systems Contractor: $100 per year
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Mississippi
At this time there appears to be no statewide specialty
electrical licensing.
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Missouri
There is no statewide specialty electrical licensing, however,
local jurisdictions do offer specific licensing to perform
certain electrical work. Therefore, individuals must contact the
specific jurisdiction where the work is to be performed to find
out what licensing is necessary.
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Montana
Montana Department of Labor and Industry
Board of
Private Patrol Officers and Investigators
301 South Park,
Room 430
P.O. Box 200513
Helena, Montana 59620-0513
Phone: (406) 841-2387
Fax: (406) 841-2309
E-mail:
dlibsdpsp@state.mt.us
http://Discoveringmontana.com/dli/psp
License Types:
Application Process: Visit the following site to
download the Alarm Systems Installer application:
http://www.discoveringmontana.com/dli/bsd/license/bsd_boards/psp_board/licenses/psp/sai_license.asp
Fees: Security guard and Alarm Installer: $25.00
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Nebraska
State Electrical Board
P.O. Box 95066
800 South
13th, Suite 109
Lincoln, NE 68509
Phone: (402) 471-3550
Fax: (402) 471-4297
http://www.electrical.state.ne.us
License Types:
Application Process: Visit the following URL to
download a licensing exam application:
http://www.electrical.state.ne.us/license.html#applications
FA Examination Fee: $60.00
FA License Fee: The fee for a license issued in an even
numbered year is $25.00. The fee for a license issued in an odd
numbered year is $50.00.
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Nevada
Nevada State Contractors Board
9670 Gateway Drive,
Suite 100
Reno, Nevada, 89521
Phone: (775) 688-1271
Fax: (775) 688-1150
http://www.nscb.state.nv.us
License Types: The State of Nevada divides contractors
into different classifications. There are primary
classifications, and sub-classifications. Sub-classifications
specify the types of work the contractor will be licensed to
perform.
Primary
Classification C2- Electrical Contractor
Subclassification C2C- Fire Detection
Subclassification C2E- Signal Systems
Subclassification C-2d- Low Voltage Systems
Subclassification C-2h- Photovoltaics
Primary Classification C41- Fire Protection:
For more information regarding the Classification of
Contractors, visit the following site:
http://www.leg.state.nv.us/NAC/NAC-624.html#NAC624Sec140
Application Process: Visit the following link to
download application forms:
http://www.nscb.state.nv.us/Contractor_info/Contractor_Forms.htm
Fees: Please contact the State Contractors Board for
information regarding fees.
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New Hampshire
At this time, the State of New Hampshire does not appear to have
any specialty licensing for low-voltage electrical work.
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New Jersey
State of New Jersey
Department of Law & Public
Safety
Division of Consumer Affairs
Board of Examiners of
Electrical Contractors
Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and
Locksmith Advisory Committee
P.O. Box 45042
Newark, New
Jersey 07101
Phone: (973) 504-6245
http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/nonmedical/electrical.htm
http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/nonmedical/firealarm.htm
License Types: The
Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm and Locksmith Advisory Committee,
which is under the supervision of the Board of Examiners of
Electrical Contractors, is currently developing rules,
regulations and standards to govern the licensing and practice
of fire and burglar alarm installers.
Burglar Alarm License
Fire Alarm License
Application Process: Click this link to find the
application PDF:
http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/electric/alarmpacket.pdf
Fees: The Board must conduct a mandatory background
check on all Fire Alarm, and Burglar Alarm applicants. The fee
for this background check is $33.00.
Individuals who wish to apply for both a fire alarm and burglar
alarm license must fill out two separate applications. The
application fee for the first license is $150.00. The fee for
the second application is $100.00.
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New Mexico
Construction Industries Division
State of New Mexico
Regulation and Licensing Department
725 St. Michael’s Drive
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87504
Phone: (505) 827-7030
Fax: (505) 827-7045
http://www.rld.state.nm.us
License Types:
Electrical Contractor: Electrical contractors are
issued a certificate of competence by the Construction
Industries Division. The low voltage certificate types are
listed below:
Journeyman Electrician: Low voltage certificate of
competence types for journeyman electricians are listed below:
Application Process: Contact the Construction
Industries Division for applications.
Fees: The fee for a certificate of competence is $25.00
per year for each classification held.
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New York
New York State
Department of State
Division of
Licensing Services
84 Holland Ave.
Albany, NY 12208-3490
Phone: (518) 474-4429
Fax: (518) 473-6648
E-mail:
licensing@dos.state.ny.us
License Types: No individual September engage in the business
of installing, servicing or maintaining security or fire alarm
systems or hold him or herself out as being able to do so unless
he or she is licensed by the State of New York.
Application Process: Applications cannot be downloaded
online. Please use the provided information to order an
application:
Contact and Ordering Info:
Keith W. Stack
Deputy
Secretary of State for Business and Licensing Services
Department of State
Division of Licensing Services
84
Holland Ave.
Albany, NY 12208-3490
E-mail:
licensing@dos.state.ny.us
Phone: (518) 474-4429
Fax: (518)
473-6648
Fees:
There are several payment instruments. Only one payment
instrument is required.
Examination and Education: $260.00 (This includes $185
application fee and $75.00 NY State fingerprint fee)
Experience and Education: $275.00 (includes $200.00
application fee and $75.00 NY State Fingerprint fee)
Master Electrician Status: Individuals licensed as master
electricians who wish to engage in the installation,
servicing or maintaining of security or fire alarm systems
are not exempt from filing with the Department of State.
However, two forms of waiver from some of the specific
licensing requirements (by virtue of their status as a
licensed master electrician) are available and outlined on
the application form. For more information, please contact
the Division of Licensing Services. Mater Electrician
Statewide: $275.00 (includes $200.00 application fee and
$75.00 NYS fingerprint fee) Master Electrician Local: $50.00
application fee only. No fingerprint requirement.
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North Carolina
Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
P.O.
Box 18727
Raleigh, NC 27619
Phone: (919) 733-9042
Fax:
(919) 733-6105
http://www.ncbeec.org
License Types: There are 10 different classifications
of electrical contracting licenses. One of the special
restricted electrical contracting classifications is:
Application Process: After passing a qualifying exam,
applicants for electrical contracting licenses in any of the
license classifications must (1) submit a completed application
for the license classification desired, (2) submit the
appropriate annual license fee, and (3) furnish the name,
signature and social security number of at least one person to
serve as the listed qualified individual for the applicant's
license. Applications September be obtained by calling the office
(919) 733-9042 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fees:
For a list of all fees, visit the following link:
http://www.ncbeec.org/feesandservices.htm
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North Dakota
At this time there does not appear to be any separate specialty
electrical licensing.
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Ohio
At this time there does not appear to be any separate specialty
electrical licensing.
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Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Occupational
Licensing Division—0509
Alarm Program
1000 N.E. 10th
Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73117-1299
Phone: (405) 271-5243
Fax: (405) 271-5286
http://www.health.state.ok.us/cib/index.html
License Types:
Burglar Alarm Technician
Burglar Alarm Sales
Fire Alarm Technician-Limited
Fire Alarm Technician-Unlimited
Fire Alarm Sales-Limited
Fire Alarm Sales-Unlimited
Alarm Company
Alarm Company Manager
Application Process: To Download an application, and
gain further information, visit the following link:
http://www.health.state.ok.us/program/ol/info/html
Initial licensing Fees:
Alarm Company License: $250.00
Alarm Technician/Alarm Technician Trainee: $75.00
Alarm Company Manager: $200.00
Alarm Salesperson: $75.00
Re-Examination, Per Attempt: $50.00
Inspector: $75.00
Duplicate of Revised License: $25.00
Renewal fees:
Alarm Company License: $250.00
Alarm Company Manager: $ 100.00
Alarm Technician: $35.00
Alarm Technician Trainee: $25.00
Alarm Salesperson: $35.00
Inspector: $35.00
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Oregon
Department of Consumer & Business Services
Building
Codes Division
1535 Edgewater St. NW, P.O. Box 14470
Salem, OR 97309-0404
Phone: (503) 378-4133
E-mail:
BCD.Webmaster@state.or.us
http://licenseinfo.oregon.gov/
License Types:
Application Process: Visit the following URL to
download an application:
http://www.oregonbcd.org/pdf/2570a.pdf
Fees: Application fee: $10.00
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Pennsylvania
There is no State Level low voltage electrical licensing. All
electrical and alarm licensing requirements are regulated at the
local level.
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Rhode Island
Department of Labor and Training
Division of
Professional Regulation
1511 Pontiac Ave., Building 70
P.O. Box 20247
Cranston, Rhode Island 02920-0943
Phone:
(401) 462-8580
Fax: (401) 462-8528
TDD: (401) 462-8006
http://www.dlt.state.ri.us
License Types:
Master Alarm Electrician
Journeyman Alarm Electrician
Telecommunication System Contractor
Telecommunications System Technician
Telecommunication System Limited Installer
Telecommunication Apprentice
Application Process: Visit the following link to
download the appropriate applications:
http://www.dlt.ri.gov/profregs/apps.htm
Fees:
Master Alarm Electrician License Fee: $75.00
Master Alarm Electrician Renewal Fee: $120.00
Journeyman Alarm Electrician License Fee: $75.00
Journeyman Alarm Electrician Renewal Fee: $36.00
Telecommunication System Contractor Annual License Fee:
$120.00
Telecommunication System Technician Annual License Fee:
$72.00
Telecommunication System Limited Installer Annual License
Fee: $36.00
Telecommunication Apprentice Annual License Fee: $24.00
Telecommunication System Application/Test Fees:
Data: $36.00
Sound: $36.00
Telephony: $36.00
Video: $36.00
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South Carolina
Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation
Contractors Licensing Board
Synergy Business Park
Kingstree Building
110 Centerview Drive
Compliance Suite
102
Licensing Suite 201
Columbia, SC 29210
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Contractors/
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 11329
Columbia, SC
29211-1329
License Types:
Application Process: Download forms and information at
this site:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Contractors/index.asp?file=PUB.htm
Fees: Contact Board for information about fees.
Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Synergy Business Park
Kingstree Building
110 Centerview
Dr., Suite 201
Columbia, SC 29210
Jan
Simpson/Administrator
engls@llr.sc.gov
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 11597
Columbia, SC 29211-1597
Phone: (803)
896-4422
Fax: (803) 896-4427
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Engineers/
License Types:
Application Process: Download application forms and
information at the following site:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/Engineers/index.asp?file=PUB.htm
Fees: Contact Board for information about fees.
Residential Builders Commission
Synergy Business
Park
Kingstree Building
110 Centerview Dr., Suite 306
Columbia, SC 29210
Phone: (803) 896-4696
Fax: (803)
896-4656
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/ResidentialBuilders/
License Types:
Application Process: Download application PDF:
http://www.llr.state.sc.us/POL/ResidentialBuilders/PDF%20files/SpecAppl.PDF
Fees: Contact The Commission for information about
fees.
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South Dakota
State Electrical Commission
Ron Nagle, Executive
Director
308 S. Pierre St.
Pierre, SD 57501
Phone:
(800) 233-7765
Fax: (605) 773-6213
http://www.state.sd.us
http://www.state.sd.us/dol/boards/electrical/
While all persons engaging in any kind of electrical work must
be licensed by the state of South Dakota, there is no specific
specialty licensing set aside for low voltage or alarm work. All
electrical work (including low voltage) is covered under the
following licensing:
Electrical Contractor
Journeyman Electrician
Class B Electrician
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Tennessee
Department of Commerce and Insurance
Tennessee Board
of Licensing Contractors
500 James Robertson Pkwy
Davy
Crockett Tower
Nashville, TN 37243-0565
Phone: (615)
741-2241
http://www.state.tn.us/commerce/boards/contractors/index.html
License Types:
Application Process: Low Voltage work (Less than 70
volts) does not require an exam for application. But, must
register with the Alarm Contractors Board as well. Visit the
following link to download an application:
http://tennessee.gov/commerce/boards/contractors/pdf/contLicenseApp.pdf
Visit the following site to find information about the necessary
steps for obtaining a license:
http://tennessee.gov/commerce/boards/contractors/step1.html
Fees: $150.00 non-refundable application fee is due to
the board upon completion of the application.
Department of Commerce & Insurance
Alarm Systems
Contractors Board
500 James Robertson Pkwy
5th floor
Nashville, TN 37243-1167
Phone: (615) 741-9771
Fax: (615)
532-2965
http://tennessee.gov/commerce/boards/sil/asc/registeredemp.html
License Types:
Alarm Contractor Company
Alarm Systems Contractor Qualifying Agent (This is for
specific classification: Fire, Burglar, CCTV, Monitoring)
Alarm Contractor Registered Employee
Application Process: Employing company must register
employees in accordance with the law within 30 days of
employment. Each applicant must submit:
A signed, notarized application along with the appropriate
non-refundable application fee of $80.00.
Three completed fingerprint cards issued by this office.
The required $48.00 fee.
Two 1" x 1" color passport-style photos with the name of the
applicant printed on the back of each.
Be at least 18 years of age
Be of good moral character.
Application & Fees: Contact the Board office to request
applications or to obtain more detailed information about fees
and procedures.
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Texas
Texas Department of Insurance
State Fire Marshal’s
Office
333 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78714-9221
P.O. Box
149221
Phone: (512) 305-7900
Fax: (512) 305-7922
http://www.tdi.state.tx.us
License Types:
Fire Alarm Technician
Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician
Residential Fire Alarm Superintendent-Single Station
Residential Fire Alarm Superintendent
Fire Alarm Planning Superintendent
Application Process: Visit the following site to
download Fire Alarm License applications and other necessary
forms and information:
http://www.tdi.state.tx.us/fire/fmlialarm.html
License Fees:
Fire Alarm Technician: $120.00
Fire Alarm Monitoring Technician: $120.00
Residential Fire Alarm Superintendent-Single Station:
$120.00
Residential Fire Alarm Superintendent: $120.00
Fire Alarm Planning Superintendent: $120.00
Texas Department of Public Safety
Private Security
Bureau
P.O. Box 4087
Austin, TX 78773-0001
Phone: (512)
424-7710
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/psb/
License Types:
Alarm Systems Installer
Alarm Systems Monitor
Application Process: Contact the Private Security
Bureau at the above number to request an application.
Application & Fees: Contact the Bureau for fee
information.
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Utah
Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Burglar Alarm Board
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City,
Utah
Phone: (801) 530-6628
Toll free (in Utah): (866)
275-3675
Fax: (801) 530-6511
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/burglar_alarm.html
License Types:
Burglar Alarm Company
Burglar Alarm Company Agent
Burglar Alarm Company Qualifier
Temporary Burglar Alarm Company Agent
Application Process: To download applications and other
necessary forms, please visit the following link:
http://www.dopl.utah.gov/licensing/burglar_alarm_sub_page.html
Fees: Contact the Board for fee information.
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Vermont
State Electricians Licensing Board
Department of
Labor and Industry
National Life Bldg., Drawer 20
Montpelier, VT 05620-3401
Phone: (802) 828-2107
http://www.dps.state.vt.us/fire/licensing/Electrical.htm
License Types: Type-S journeyman license. Type-S
classifications include:
Application Process: Visit the following site for
information and instructions regarding the application process
for licensure/examination:
http://www.dps.state.vt.us/fire/licensing/elecinstructcoverltr2.htm
Fees: Type-S Journeyman application fee: $90.00 per
field.
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Virginia
Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
Board for Contractors, Tradesmen
3600 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23230
Phone: (804) 367-8500
Fax: (804)
367-2475
E-mail:
dpor@dpor.virginia.gov
http://www.dpor.virginia.gov
License Types: “Electrical Contractors” in the State of
Virginia means those individuals whose contracts include the
construction, repair, maintenance, alteration or removal of
electrical systems under the National Electrical Code. This
classification provides for all work covered by the National
Electrical Code including electrical work covered by the
alarm/security systems contracting, electronic/communication
service contracting and fire alarm systems contracting
specialties. A firm holding an electrical license is responsible
for meeting all applicable tradesman licensing standards.
Application Process: Download all applications and
necessary forms at this site:
http://www.state.va.us/dpor/tra_form.htm
Fees: Contact the Board for Contractors/Tradesmen for
fee information.
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Washington
Washington State Department of Labor and Industries
Electrical Section
Chief Electrical Inspector: (360) 902-5249
Fax: (360) 902-5229
Licensing and General Information
General Info: (360) 902-5249
Fax: (360) 902-5296
Supervisor: (360) 902-6278
http://www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Electrical/default.asp
License Types:
Telecommunications Contractor’s License
Administrator: Electrical or Telecommunication Contractors
must designate an administrator who must ensure that all
work is in compliance with the laws and rules.
Application Process: For more information about
applying for a Telecommunications Contractor License and to
apply online, visit the following site:
http://www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Electrical/LicenseExamEd/LicenseCert/TeleReq/default.asp
Fees: Total fees are $267.90. Must be paid by credit
card (Visa/MC) Fees are nonrefundable after license has been
issued.
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West Virginia
State Fire Marshal
1207 Quarrier St., 5th Floor
Charleston, WV 25301
Phone: (304) 558-2191
Fax: (304)
558-2537
http://www.wvfiremarshal.org
License Types: Specialty Electrician with a
classification in:
Application Process: Click here to download an
application PDF:
http://www.wvfiremarshal.org/pdf/jan2005pdf/ELECTRICIANAPP05.pdf
Fees: Exam Fee: $25.00
License Fee: $50.00
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Wisconsin
While electrical licensing is handled at the state level, at
this time there does not appear to be any specific low voltage
or specialty electrical licensing.
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Wyoming
Department of Fire Prevention & Electrical Safety
Herschier Building 1W
Cheyenne, WY 82002
Phone: (307)
777-7993
Fax: (307) 777-7119
http://Wyofire.state.wy.us
License Types:
Limited/Low Voltage Technician
Limited/Low Voltage Contractor
Limited/Low Voltage Apprentice Technician
All these license types can cover any of the following
categories of work:
Application Process: Download all necessary forms and
applications at this site:
http://wyofire.state.wy.us/prevention/license_fees.asp
Fees: Please visit the following link for more detailed
fee information:
http://wyofire.state.wy.us/prevention/license_fees.asp
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