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Detailed Information for: Electrician, Limited Journeyman, Sign (SIG)
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Updated: 3/14/2008
Description: This license allows the holder to perform electrical sign and outline lighting installations. The installations shall not extend beyond a junction box installed by an electrical contractor or property owner.


Similar Keywords: electricians
Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: ORS 479
OAR 918-282
Duration: 3 years or less, depending on the date of issue.
Fees - application, exam, etc.:  $50.00 application fee. The application fee includes the first license cycle after passing the examination. All application fees are
non-refundable.
Responsible Agency: BCD - Electrical
Examination Information: Applicants approved to take an examination will be sent a "Letter of Authorization." This letter will explain the procedure for taking the examination and the address and telephone number of the test site selected.

Examination date and time is scheduled by the applicant with the test site office personnel. Upon arrival at the test site, the applicant must provide photo identification and a Letter of Authorization. If the examination is not taken within 60 days of the date of the authorization letter the applicant must submit a re-application form with appropriate fees to schedule another exam date.

If the applicant fails the exam they may re-apply at any time and test no sooner than 30 days after each failed exam.

Applicants are requested to bring their own pencils and calculator; scratch paper will be provided. Programmable calculators and laptop computers are not permitted.

Please allow two weeks for Building Codes Division to grade exams. Do not contact the test location for grade results. The Building Codes Division will mail notification of grade results to the applicant. Licenses will be issued after the applicant has passed the examination.

Limited Sign: Open-book examination, 28 multiple-choice questions (two-hour time limit).

Only the following materials are permitted for OPEN-BOOK examinations:
  • Current NEC Book
  • Current Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
  • Current NEC Handbook
  • Tom Henry Key Word Index
  • Ferm's Fast Finder Index
  • Ugly's Reference
  • American Electrician's Handbook
  • Oregon Administrative Rules
  • Oregon Revised Statutes

Licensing and Certification Examination Process
Continuing Ed Requirements: During Each three-year license period, all licensees shall compete a minimum of 4 hours of approved code change continuing education, unless otherwise directed by the board. Please see the Electrical Calendar at Training & Continuing Education
Prerequisites:
  • Complete a two-year apprenticeship program or provide proof of equivalent experience as outlined in ORS 479.630 (5)
  • Submit a copy of your high school diploma or transcript, a GED certificate, or a military record (DD214) showing proof of high school completion.
  • Pass a written examination.
Application Form: Electrical License Application
Renewals: This license renews every three years. The next renewal will be October 1, 2008. 
Service Links:  Download Application Instructions
 Download Application Form
 Download Experience Verification Form
 General Licensing Information
 BCD Main License Search
 Online Application Form
 Online Renewal Form
 Name Change Information
 Change Of Address
 Online Duplicate License Form
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Required Documentation: Attach documents to support experience qualifications.
Self-verification is not acceptable.
Additional Information: A. Licensee is limited to performing or servicing sign and outline lighting installations.
B. Licensee may not install or extend branch circuits or perform work on service equipment.
C. Licensee must be employed by a licensed sign contractor.

  Agency Information
Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
Agency Name: BCD - Electrical
E-mail Address: BCD.License@state.or.us
Phone: 503-373-1268
Mail Address: DCBS - Building Codes Division
PO BOX 14470
Salem, OR 97309 - 0404
Website Information: http://www.bcd.oregon.gov/programs/electrical.html

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