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Journeyman Electrician
License Description Journeyman Electricians work under the supervision of a master electrician. They must be able to install and maintain electrical materials and equipment in and on buildings, structures, and premises. 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 have knowledge of electrical codes, standards, rules, and regulations of the electrical industry. They must be proficient in the use of various tools used in the electrical industry and be able to perform in all phases of the electrical industry such as new installations, repair of electrical materials and equipment, testing of electrical materials, equipment and systems and maintenance of electrical materials and equipment. Requirements: 1. Applicants who have completed a 4-year electrical construction apprenticeship program approved by the U. S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship and Training must have: a. a "Notice of Apprenticeship Committee Action – Released for Test/Completion" form from the applicant's training program and approved by the Arkansas Department of Career Education. Or b. if the applicant completed an apprenticeship program in another state, certification from the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship and Training or the state agency responsible for oversight of apprenticeship programs of completion. 2. Applicants who have not completed a 4-year electrical construction apprenticeship program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor , Office of Apprenticeship and Training must have 8 years (16,000 hours) of electrical construction experience or training approved by the Board. This training or experience may include electrical experience gained in the military. Examination: $80.00 (computerized exam), License fee: $25.00, Renewal fee: $25.00 per year
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing
Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners
900 W Capital, Suite 400
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682 4500
ADLL.electrical@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Certification Certification may substitute for license requirements
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2023
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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