North Carolina Communications Contractor License

"Communications Contractor" covers the installation of the following: (i) all types of pole lines, and aerial and underground distribution cable for telephone systems; (ii) aerial and underground distribution cable for cable TV and master antenna TV systems capable of transmitting R.F. signals; (iii) underground conduit and communication cable including fiber optic cable; and (iv) microwave systems and towers, including foundations and excavations where required, when the microwave systems are being used for the purpose of transmitting R.F. signals; and installation of PCS or cellular telephone towers and sites.

Communications Contractor Course

How to Get the NC Communications Contractor’s License?

  1. Complete the Application for License to Practice General Contracting (Communications) in the State of North Carolina and submit it to the board.
  2. The Board’s staff will review applications for completeness and compliance with licensing requirements. This process can typically take up to 2 or 3 weeks.
  3. If corrections or more information is required, the Board’s staff will email you.
  4. When you meet all requirements you will be mailed an exam eligibility letter (this letter would state that you can take the exam).
  5. You must schedule and take the exam (required books and related classes are listed below).
  6. After passing the exam(s), the testing company will notify the board.
  7. Once the Board gives final approval, the license is granted and assigned a license number.

Communications Contractor Exam

Communications Contractor Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based; Semi-Open Book
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Hours Allotted: 2h
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Number of questions: 45
  • Subjects Involved:
    • MATV and Cable TV systems
    • Antennas
    • Foundations and Sitework
    • Steel Erection
    • Safety
    • Erosion and Sedimentation Control
    • One Call
    • Underground Cabling
    • Liens
    • Licensing and Regulations

Communications Contractor Book Set

The book set includes all required references for the Communications Contractor exam. Please keep in mind that although not all the books are allowed in the exam you will be tested on all the references. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNICATIONS - SET DE LIBROS SIN TABS INCLUYE TODOS LOS LIBROS PARA EXAMEN TECNICO Y ADMINISTRATIVO

    Sales price: $642.84
  • NORTH CAROLINA COMMUNICATIONS - SET DE LIBROS CON TABS INCLUYE TODOS LOS LIBROS PARA EXAMEN TECNICO Y ADMINISTRATIVO

    Sales price: $742.84

Communications Contractor Trade Books

Books Allowed in Testing

Communications Contractor Trade Books

Books Not Allowed in Testing