How to Become a Licensed Electrical Contractor in Idaho
Requirements for licensing as an electrical contractor in Idaho
What are the requirements to become a licensed electrical contractor in the State of Idaho?
To become a licensed electrical contractor in Idaho, complete and submit the Electrical Contractor Application to the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL), along with the $15 application fee.
If you are applying as an individual, you must either hold an active Idaho master electrician license or have completed 2,000 hours of work while holding an Idaho journeyman electrician license. If you are applying on behalf of a business entity, you must designate a full-time supervisory employee to represent the business for the contractor examination. The business must also employ at least one active Idaho-licensed journeyman electrician or master electrician. A supervising journeyman electrician must have completed 2,000 hours of work while holding a journeyman license.
After your application is approved, you will receive examination information. Once you pass the required examination, you must provide proof of $300,000 in liability insurance and workers’ compensation insurance, unless exempt. You must also pay the $125 license fee before receiving your Idaho electrical contractor license.
Electrical Bureau, Idaho Division of Building Safety Contact information:
State of Idaho
Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL)
Building, Construction and Real Estate (BCRE) Bureau
11341 W. Chinden Blvd., Building 4
Boise, ID 83714
Licensing questions: (208) 334-3233
Electrical permit questions: (208) 334-3233
Electrical inspection scheduling: (208) 332-4700
How often must I renew my Idaho Electrical Contractor License?
All electrical contractor licenses must be renewed annually by July 1st following the date of issue. Pay the $100 renewal fee and update your proof of insurance at that time.
What are the costs involved for HVAC licenses and renewals in Idaho?
Electrical Contractor Application fee – $15
Electrical Contractor License fee – $125
Idaho Electrical Contractor Renewal fee – $100/year
Pearson VUE examination fee – $100
All fees are nonrefundable
Does the State of Idaho Electrical Board recognize reciprocal states?
No reciprocity for the Electrical contractor license in Idaho.
Does the Idaho Division of Building Safety require continuing education for an electrical contractor?
The only continuing education requirements apply to the master electricians employed by the contractor.