Description
Electricians install, repair, alter, and maintain electrical conductors, fittings, devices, and fixtures for heating, lighting, or power purposes. They must comply with the current edition of the National Electric Code. Journeyman Electricians are employed by and perform the above duties under the direction of a Master Electrician and each may directly supervise one Apprentice Electrician.
| Statute/Rules |
NH RSA 319-C; Administrative Rules Chapter Elec 100 - 500 |
Licensure Requirements
- Four years (8,000 hours) of practical experience as an apprentice to a licensed electrician
- Four years of schooling (144 hours per year) in electricity
Examination
- Written examination required
Continuing Education
- A 15-hour course on each new edition of the National Electric Code (proof required with renewal once every three years)
Fees
| Examination |
$50.00 |
| License |
$45.00 |
| Triennial renewal |
$90.00 |
Reciprocity: Permitted with Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine
Residence/Citizenship: Neither New Hampshire residency nor US citizenship is required
Number of Active Licenses: 3,632
Standard Occupational Code (O*Net): 47-2111.00 Electrician
Related Training Programs: Electrician; Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer, General
Further Information*
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy MA 02169-7471
phone: (617) 770-3000
web: <www.nfpa.org>
last revision: August 2007
*For reference only. This listing does not constitute an endorsement of any organization, and is subject to change.
