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Detailed Information for: Plumber, Journeyman (JP) Reciprocal
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Updated: 7/2/2008
Description: Oregon Reciprocates the General Journeyman Plumber (JP) with the states listed. Before you apply please carefully read the prerequisites and requirement sections below, in addition to the reciprocal agreements. Choose the state to view the Reciprocal Agreements for that state.


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  • Montana
  • Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: OAR 918-030-0045
    Duration: 3 years, current cycle ends April 1, 2011
    Fees - application, exam, etc.:  $100.00 application fee. The application fee includes the first license cycle. All application fees are non-refundable and fees are not prorated based on the time remaining in the cycle when you apply.
    Responsible Agency: BCD - Plumbing
    Continuing Ed Requirements: During each three-year license period, all licensees shall complete a minimum of 24 hours of approved continuing education, of these 24 required continuing education hours you must have completed one code change course directed by the board. Please see the Plumbing Calendar at Training & Continuing Education.
    Prerequisites: To Obtain a Reciprocal license you must meet the following criteria:

    • Have a current, active, and in good standing Journeyman Plumbing license with no violations from the reciprocal state within the last three years.

    • You qualified to take the Journeyman Plumbing exam through required work experience.

    • You passed the Journeyman Plumbing license exam in the reciprocal state with a score of 75% or higher.

    • You have worked a minimum of six months (1000 hours) under the Journeyman Plumbing license in the reciprocal state.

    • You have not taken and failed the Journeyman Plumbing license in the state of Oregon with in the last two years.
    Application Form: Reciprocal Electrical and Plumbing Application
    Renewals: A renewal notice will be mailed to the licensee approximately six weeks prior to the expiration of their license. Renewal fee is $180. 
    Duplicate: If you have lost your license, please return this Change Form and mark the box requesting a new license 
    Service Links:  Reciprocal Electrical and Plumbing License Application # 4794
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    Required Documentation: For Oregon to review your completed Reciprocal License Application (Form# 440-4794) you must submit the following documentation:

    • A copy of your Active Journeyman Plumbing license from the reciprocal state.

    • Documents to show your license is current, active, and in good standing with no violation history. Please include any history of violations, or a statement indicating you have no violation history. A letter from your reciprocal state incorporating all of this information will be accepted.

    • Verification you have passed the Journeyman Plumbing license exam in the reciprocal state with a score of 75% or higher.

    • Verification you have worked a minimum of six months (1000 hours) under the Journeyman Plumbing license in the reciprocal state.

    • A 2" X 2" passport style photo of yourself. A regular sized picture works as long as there is a solid background.

    • Payment of the fee.
    Additional Information: The permanent rule has been placed in affect July, 1, 2008. You may review the Oregon Administrative Rule 918-030-0045

      Agency Information
    Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
    Agency Name: BCD - Plumbing
    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/plumbing.html

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