New York Electrician Exam
Need of a License: Electricians, contractors and journeymen are not licensed by the state of New York. They are licensed by local government entities. Electrical work may also require separate or additional permits.
Who Grants a License: Local government entities
Qualifications needed to receive a License
Master Electrician: There is no statewide licensing of master electricians. Contact local jurisdictions.
Contractor: There is no statewide licensing of contractors. Contact local jurisdictions.
Journeyman Electrician: There is no statewide licensing of journeyman electricians. Contact local jurisdictions.
Exam Requirement: Inspections for work must be performed by an approved electrical inspection agency. Electrical safety inspections throughout New York State are provided by NYS Electrical Inspections.
Applicable Code: No statewide electrical code.