Registered unlicensed electricians

A registered unlicensed individual is limited to performing electrical work:

within the scope of the employer's authority to perform the electrical work; and
under the supervision of an individual licensed to perform the electrical work; and
when the licensed and registered unlicensed individuals are employed by the same contractor or employer

NOTE: Electrical work is defined as the installing, altering, repairing, planning, or laying out of electrical wiring, apparatus, or equipment for electrical light, heat, power, technology circuits or systems, or other purposes.

Requirements and qualifications

At least 17 years old.
Must be registered as unlicensed individual if performing electrical work required to be performed by a licensed individual.
Must report annual electrical work experience when renewing registration.
Must complete two hours of continuing education on the electrical code for annual renewal of registration.
Prohibited from performing electrical work without direct supervision.

Registration fees

$14 - new registration electrical
$19 - renew registration electrical (not expired)
$24 - renew or reinstate an expired registration electrical

Length of registration

One year; registration expires on the last day of the month of the new registration.

Application process

Submit an application and fees via mail or online.

Exam process

No examination is required.
Note: Electrical work experience earned after Jan. 1, 2009, qualifies toward an individual's license examination requirements only if registered.

Forms

Electrical application/renewal form
Online application/renewal
Electrical registered unlicensed individual experience verification form
Complaints (violation reporting)
Check registrations online

Continuing education

Two hours National Electrical Code education annually