St. Lucie County Contractor Licenses
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St.Lucie County has discontinued its offers of Competency cards for Tile, Marble and Terrazzo, Canvas Awning, Paver Block, and Painting. They are still requiring contractor licensure to perform any other trade in St.Lucie County. For updated information on each county response, visit our Blog on the Preemption local occupational licensing in Florida.
General
Construction of unlimifted as to height, area and complexity of construction undertaken including clearing and grubbing, grading, excavating and other site work of any construction project.
Acoustical Ceiling
Construction of acoustical ceilings in any building or structure.
Alarm System I (Includes Fire Alarm)
Installation of all types of alarm systems.
Alarm System II
Installation of all types of alarm systems, other than fire.
Aluminum I (With Concrete)
Erection of accessories such as metal siding, soffits, gutters, awnings and prefabricated rooms, place reinforcing steel, miscellaneous steel and finish concrete incidental to an aluminum accessory structure only, on grade only.
Aluminum II (Without Concrete)
Installation of aluminum structures, including screen rooms, with solid or screen roofs, metal siding, soffits, gutters and awnings.
Awning Installation
Installation of canvas awnings on any building or structure.
Building
Construction of commercial buildings and single-dwelling or multiple-dwelling residential buildings, which commercial or residential buildings do not exceed three (3) stories in height, and accessory use structures in connection therewith.
Carpentry
Installation of any wood products in a building including, but not limited to, rough framing, structural and nonstructural, trusses, sheathing and the work of the finish carpentry contractor.
Carpentry (Finish Trim)
Installation of finish wood products including paneling, trim cabinetry, doors, windows (including metal) and all hardware incidental thereto.
Class A Air Conditioning
Installation of central air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ventilating systems, including duct work in connection with a complete system only to the extent such duct work performed by the contractor is necessary to make complete an air distribution system, boiler and unfired pressure vessel systems, and all appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection therewith, piping, insulation of pipes, vessels and ducts, pressure and process piping, and pneumatic control piping, to replace, disconnect or reconnect power wiring on the load side of the dedicated existing electrical disconnect switch; to connect low voltage heating, ventilating, and air conditioning control wiring; and to install a condensate drain from an air conditioning unit to an existing safe waste or other approved disposal other than a direct connection to a sanitary systems.
Class B Air Conditioning
Limited to 25 tons of cooling and 500,000 BTU of heating in any one system and the execution of contracts requiring the experience and installation of central air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ventilating systems, including duct work in connection with a complete system only to the extent such duct work is performed by the contractor as is necessary to make complete an air-distribution system being installed under this classification, piping and insulation of pipes, vessels, and ducts; to replace, disconnect, or reconnect power wiring on the load side of the dedicated existing electrical disconnect switch; to install low voltage heating, ventilating, and air conditioning control wiring; and to install a condensate drain from an air conditioning unit to an existing safe waste or other approved disposal other than a direct connection to a sanitary system.
Class C Air Conditioning
Construction of air conditioning, heating, or refrigeration systems, including duct alterations in connection with those systems only.
Communication and Sound
Erection of wiring, apparatus, circuits, and equipment operating at less than 50 volts, raceways, conduit for private telephone, intercom and public address systems.
Concrete
Construction to concrete work, including concrete form work, placement of reinforcement, batching, mixing, delivery, placing, finishing, and curing.
Demolition
Demolition and removal of structures, such as dwellings, commercial buildings and foundations.
Drywall
Installation of gypsum drywall products to wood and metal studs, wood and steel joists and metal runners in buildings of unlimited area and height.
Electrical
Erection of electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, apparatus, raceways, conduit, or any part thereof, which generates, transmits, transforms, or utilizes electrical energy in any form, including the electrical installation and systems within plants and substations, all in compliance with applicable plans, specifications, codes, laws, and regulations.
Electrical (Journeyman)
Erection of electrical trades while employed or supervised by an Electrical Contractor.
Fence
Construction of fences consisting of metal and wooden materials for buildings and structures.
Garage Door Installation
Installation of garage doors.
Glass and Glazing
Installation of all makes and kinds of glass and glasswork and execute the glazing frames, panels, sash and door add holding metal frames, ornamental decorations, mirrors, tub and shower enclosures.
Gunite
Application of mix materials and pressure equipment.
High Pressure Gas Pipelines
Construction of transmission and distribution lines for liquid or gaseous fuels under pressure in welded pipes, valves, meters and similar components incidental thereto.
Hurricane Protection
Installation of exterior opening protection assemblies, including hurricane shutter assemblies and similar products.
Insulation
Construction of any insulation primarily installed to prevent loss or gain of heat from internal or external sources in pipes, vessels, ducts or built-up refrigerated boxes or rooms, or acoustical materials.
Irrigation Sprinkler
Installation of all piping and sprinkler heads for the irrigation of lawns, including the connection to a water pump and installation of master controller for the installed sprinkler system.
Land Clearing
Construction of land of vegetation, the grubbing of roots, the removal of surface debris and leveling of the surface lands incidental to the land clearing action.
Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas
Installation of liquefied petroleum gas piping, appliances, gas mains, lines, laterals, tanks, regulators, meters and other appurtenances and paraphernalia in connection therewith.
Marine
Construction of docks, bulkheads, revetments, piers, wharfs, groins, seawall, boatlifts, dune crossovers and other marine structures, including pile driving, framing, concrete, masonry dredge and fill.
Masonry
Construction of concrete block or any other unit masonry products, lay brick and other baked clay products, rough cut and dress stone, artificial stone and precast blocks, structural glass brick or block, but not pouring or finishing concrete.
Master Electrical (Non-Contractor
Construction of electrical systems, fire alarm systems, and all appurtenances, equipment, and apparatus used in connection therewith in accordance with the building code and all other applicable codes and regulations, and to supervise and direct other persons who engage in such activities.
Master Plumber
Installation in plumbing trades while employed or supervised by a Plumbing Contractor who have taken and passed the Master Plumber Block Exam, but who, by their own choice, do not wish to meet the full requirements of a Contractor.
Mechanical
Installation of central air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ventilating systems, including duct work in connection with a complete system only to the extent such duct work is performed by the contractor as is necessary to make complete an air-distribution system, boiler and unfired pressure vessel systems, lift station equipment and piping, and all appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection therewith, piping, insulation of pipes, vessels and ducts, pressure and process piping, pneumatic control piping, gasoline tanks and pump installations and piping for same, standpipes, air piping, vacuum line piping, oxygen lines, nitrous oxide piping, ink and chemical lines, fuel transmission lines, and natural gas fuel lines within buildings; to replace, disconnect, or reconnect power wiring on the load side of the dedicated existing electrical disconnect switch; to install low voltage heating, ventilating, and air conditioning control wiring; and to install a condensate drain from an air conditioning unit to an existing safe waste or other approved disposal other than a direct connection to a sanitary system.
Metal Building
Erection of single story metal buildings, including site work, concrete, masonry, siding, roofing, windows and doors.
Mobile Home Set-up
Construction of set-up, tie down, repair, painting, re-roofing, cleaning and other such work to a mobile home that does not require any electrical, plumbing, heating or air conditioning.
Painting
Construction of spraying equipment as well as hand tools to finish both exterior and interior work, paperhanging, sandblasting, waterproofing and may clean and finish roofs.
Paver Block
Erection of proper drainage, to select and lay paver units.
Paving
Construction of roads, airport runways and aprons, parking lots, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, property line walls, storm drainage facilities and performance of excavating, clearing and grading incidental thereto.
Plaster and Stucco
Application of sand or other aggregate gypsum plaster, portland cement or quick-lime and water, or any combination of such material as to create a permanent surface coating.
Plumber (Journeyman)
Construction in the plumbing trades while employed or supervised by a Plumbing Contractor.
Plumbing
Installation of sanitary drainage or storm drainage facilities, water and sewer plants and substations; venting systems; public or private water supply systems; septic tanks; drainage and supply wells; swimming pool piping; irrigation systems; and solar heating water systems and all appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection therewith, including boilers and pressure process piping and including the installation of water, natural gas liquefied petroleum gas and related venting, and storm and sanitary sewer lines, extension of air-piping, vacuum line piping, oxygen line piping, nitrous oxide piping, and all related medical gas systems; fire line standpipes and fire sprinklers to the extent authorized by law; ink and chemical lines; fuel oil and gasoline piping and tank and pump installation, except bulk storage plants; and pneumatic control piping systems, all in a manner that complies with all plans, specifications, codes, laws, and regulations applicable.
Pool/Spa Commercial
Erection of any swimming pool, or hot tub or spa, whether public, private, or otherwise, regardless of use. The scope of such work includes layout, excavation, operation of construction pumps for dewatering purposes, steelwork, installation of light niches, construction of floors, guniting, fiber glassing, installation of tile and coping, installation of all perimeter and filter piping, installation of all filter equipment and chemical feeders of any type, plastering of the interior, construction of decks, construction of equipment rooms or housing for pool equipment, and installation of package pool heaters.
Pool/Spa Maintenance
Installation of water treatment systems, including, but not limited to, the direct infusion of chlorine gas, and the maintenance of any swimming pool, hot tub or spa, whether public or private, piping and repair of existing equipment, reinstallation of tile and coping, repair of all piping, filter equipment, and chemical feeders of any type, reconstruction of decks, and reinstallation or addition of pool heaters.
Pool/Spa Residential
Construction of any residential swimming pool or hot tub or spa, operation of construction pumps for dewatering purposes, steelwork, installation of light niches, floors, guniting, fiber glassing, installation of tile and coping, all perimeter and filter piping, installation of all filter equipment and chemical feeders of any type, plastering of the interior, construction of decks, installation of housing for pool equipment, and package pool heaters.
Residential
Installation of improvement of one-family, two-family, or three-family residences not exceeding two (2) stories in height and accessory use structures in connection therewith including clearing and grubbing, grading and excavating and other site work for any construction project limited to the lot on which any specific building is located.
Roofing
Construction of all kinds of roofing, waterproofing, and coating, except when coating is not represented to protect, repair, waterproof, stop leaks, or extend the life of the roof.
Sheet Metal
Installation of sheet rolled metal of any kind or combination and all other air-veyor systems and air handling systems, regardless of materials used, including all equipment and all reinforcements in connection therewith.
Siding, Windows and Doors
Installation of siding, window and door installation including vinyl, wood or aluminum siding, soffit, fascia, gutters and all types of windows and doors.
Sign Electrical
Installation any electrical wires, apparatus, raceways, conduit or any part thereof on electrical signs and erection of signs.
Sign (Non-Electrical Installation)
Installation of non-electrical signs according to the building code.
Solar Heater
Erection of any solar hot water heating system of residence or for swimming pools, including collectors, storage and expansion tanks, heat exchanges, piping, valves, pumps, sensors, low voltage controls which connect to existing plumbing and electrical stub-outs.
Structural Steel
Erection of structural steel shapes and plates, including such minor field fabrication as may be necessary, of any profile, perimeter, or cross-section that are or may be used as structural members for buildings and structures, including riveting, welding and rigging, only in connection therewith.
Terrazo
Construction of terrazzo.
Tile and Marble
Installation of setting tile and marble.
Underground Transmission Lines
Construction of underground electrical and communication transmission lines, manholes, splice pits, laying of rigid conduit incidental thereto.
Underground Utilities
Installation of any system of piping, tubing, vessels, containers, pumps, apparatus and appurtenances in connection with such pressure piping used for the circulating, transporting, holding or processing of any vapor, fluid, liquid, semi-liquid or solids, except gas.
How to Apply for a St. Lucie County Contractor's License
Application Form For St. Lucie County
If you have any specific questions about the application process please contact the county.
St. Lucie County
Phone number: 772-462-1100
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Application For Journeyman & Master License:
Journeyman License:
Master License:
Application Checklist
- Application – Completely filled out, no blanks (please see attach application pages 1-5)
- A Full Faced View Photograph 2”x2” of Applicant - NO COPIES
- A clear copy of the applicants Driver’s License.
- Application Fee: $150.00 (Subject to change) (checks and money orders should have the driver’s license number of the person making the payment and make checks payable to St. Lucie County.) Sponsorship Fee (if applicable.)
- A letter of reciprocity from the sponsored jurisdiction for those applicants who have obtained a grade of 70.0% or higher. When submitted, the date of the competency examination shall not be older than five (5) years. If the date of the competency examination is older than 5 years please contact staff for further instructions.
- A letter of reciprocity shall not be older than six (6) months. If St. Lucie County Sponsored the applicants and the dates are not older than five years, the test scores will automatically be added to the file. If it’s older than 5 years, please contact staff for further instructions.
- A Total of three (3) letters of recommendation, two (2) from reputable business or professional persons not related by blood or marriage to the applicant. One (1) of the letters of recommendation verifying the required years of experience shall be from a contractor certified or registered by the State of Florida or the state in which the applicant most recently resided before becoming a resident of the State of Florida. A letter from a local Contractor who holds an active Certificate of Competency is accepted as long as the Certificate of Competency is of the same trade that is being verified. The contractor's license number must be included in the letter.
- If the contractor who is verifying the experience is related by blood or marriage, the contractor must provide proof of being active as a contractor registered or certified by the State of Florida or the State in which the contractor most recently resided or had a local Certificate of Competency at the time of verification and must be of the same trade that is being verified. All three (3) letters of recommendation shall address the applicant's knowledge, experience, and ability as a contractor.
- All three (3) letters shall be notarized
- A Financial Statement that is signed and dated and not over six (6) months old. The enclosed Examining Boards approved Financial Statement may be completed & submitted. (Page 7) If the application is for a CORPORATION, only a Corporation Financial statement is required. If the application is for a SOLE PROPRIETOR, a Personal Financial Statement is required, The financial statement submitted must reflect current net worth requirements for the category being applied for and must be notarized
- Provide a current and valid Certificate of Insurance General Liability and Workers’ Compensation. (The certificate of insurance shall be as prescribed by County Code of Ordinances and Compiled Laws and the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board.) The Certificate should contain:
- a. Policy Number, Effective Date & Expiration Date
- b. Cancellation Statement shall be completed and signed by Insurance Agent
- c. Certificate Holder should read St. Lucie County Contractor Certification 2300 Virginia Avenue Fort Pierce, Florida 34982
- d. The Certificate of Insurance shall be with an Insurance Company authorized to do business in the State of Florida and reflect coverage for the State of Florida.
- e. Please make sure that the Business Name, Workers’ Compensation/Liability “Insured” name and the State License name (if applicable) all match EXACTLY.
- (Please see the description of your trade to determine the insurance coverage requirement.)
- Board Dates are scheduled every other month on the 3rd Wednesday of the month and the cut-off date is the 1st Friday. (The Board meeting schedule is at the end of the application)
- Applicant is responsible for making sure application is complete prior to cut-off date.
- All items on the checklist that applies including the test scores must be submitted to complete the application.
- Affidavit from Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, that applicant has complied with the State Fictitious Name Law, (if applicable).
- A Credit Report is required.
THE CREDIT REPORT SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO:
ST. Lucie County Contractor Certification
2300 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL 34982- The ORIGINAL CREDIT REPORT needs to be mailed by the Credit Bureau directly to ST. Lucie County Contractor Certification.
- A Credit Report cannot be used if it is over six (6) months old.
- All CREDIT REPORTS WILL NEED TO CONTAIN A PUBLIC RECORDS CHECK AND CONTAIN SUFFICIENT CREDIT INFORMATION SO THAT THE COUNTY EXAMINING BOARD MAY DETERMINE AN ACCURATE CREDIT STATUS.
- If the application is for a CORPORATION, only a Corporation CREDIT REPORT is required.
- If the application is for a SOLE PROPRIETOR, a Personal CREDIT REPORT is required.
- Provide copy of applicant's current and valid State Registration (if applicable).
- Copy of the Corporate Charter with document number and Meeting Minutes for the Articles of Incorporation. (If it’s a Corporation or LLC).
Filing of State Certified Contractors
Please complete the following form and return the ORIGINAL signed and notarized to St. Lucie County Contractor Licensing Department.
- Provide a Certificate of Insurance for Workers’ Compensation and General Liability directly from the Insurance Company with the certificate holder’s address reflecting as follows:
St. Lucie County Contractor Licensing,
2300 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL 34982 - Provide a copy of the License provided by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
- A clear copy of the qualifier driver’s license.
Request For Letter of Reciprocity
- Complete form
- Submit fee of $25.00 for each Letter of Reciprocity requested. Make all checks payable to:
St. Lucie County
2300 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Phone number: (772) 462-1672 or (772) 462-1673
Fax number: (772) 462-1148
Testing Information
- St. Lucie County staff will need to verify the application submitted before sponsoring the applicant.
- The applicant will receive an authorization form from St. Lucie County staff to contact the testing agency chosen by the applicant. St. Lucie County will not choose the testing agency for the applicant. An exam cannot be scheduled without the authorization from St. Lucie County.
- The authorization is valid for no more than 6 months from the date authorized. If the applicant did not schedule the exam, missed the exam, failed the exam, etc., within the 6 month period, the applicant must contact St. Lucie County to obtain another authorization form and pay the sponsor fee again.
Board Meeting Schedule For St. Lucie County 2020
St. Lucie County, Florida Contractor Certification Board 2020 Board Meeting Schedule.
Applications submitted after the cutoff date will be scheduled for the following monthly board meeting, if completed.
If applications are NOT completed, they will NOT be reviewed.
Complete application includes everything on the check list including the test scores.
*The following cut off dates are final.
| 2020 Board Meeting Schedule | ||
|---|---|---|
| CUT OFF DATES: | BOARD MEETING DATES: | |
| July 3, 2020 | July 15, 2020 | |
| October 2, 2020 | October 21, 2020 | |
| December 4, 2020 | December 16, 2020 | |
| *NOTE: Staff reserves the right to move applications to the next Agenda. The Contractor Certification Board meets the third Wednesday of the month in the Commission Chambers, Roger Poitras Annex, 2300 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, Florida 34982, from 8:30 A.M. to 12 NOON. You can contact the office @ (772) 462-1672 or (772) 462- 1673 for directions and questions. |
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St. Lucie County Contact Information
St. Lucie County BOCC
2300 Virginia Avenue
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Phone number: 772-462-1100
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
