Oregon Electrician, Limited Residential Apprenticeship License

The Electrician, Limited Residential Apprenticeship License allows you to do the following work:

  • All phases of residential industries:
    • Electrical service
    • Electrical construction
  • Be in charge of installing wiring for:
    • Power, lighting and specialized systems:
      • Telephone systems
      • Sound alarms
      • Fire alarms
  • Electrical construction tasks on projects:
    • Ranging from single-family residences to apartment complexes
  • Have the chance to also carry out repair and maintenance procedures on existing dwellings

How to Get the Electrician, Limited Residential Apprenticeship License in Oregon?

Before applying, note that, first, previous experience with physical and volunteer work, punctuality, and consistent work history are all taken into account during the application process. If you don't have previous experience in the Electrician, Limited Residential Apprenticeship field, consider applying for a pre-apprenticeship program. Second, having a criminal record is not a work impediment.

  1. Meet the following basic requirements:
    • Be at least 18 years of age
    • High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; refer to the list of apprenticeship trades to determine if a High School Diploma is needed
    • Possess certain physical skills depending on the type of work to be carried out
    • Have no issue with transportation to local or out-of-town areas and job sites
  2. Choose between the available programs for the Electrician, Limited Residential Apprenticeship, making sure that applications are being accepted:
  3. Submit your application through the official program website/email:
  4. Present an interview and take the corresponding exams for the chosen program