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Oregon electrician license requirements
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| Item | Detail (with quote from the official source) |
|---|---|
| Licensing authority | Board-wide rule (Oregon BCD, all license types) Oregon Building Codes Division issues electrical licenses for individuals and businesses. “The division issues electrical, plumbing, boiler, elevator, and manufactured dwelling licenses for individuals and businesses.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · Building Codes Division : Individual and contractor licenses : Licensing : State of Oregon |
| Exam | Board-wide rule (Oregon BCD, all license types) Most BCD individual licenses require an exam; passing score 75% or better. “The passing score for all licensing exams is 75 percent or better.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · Building Codes Division : Individual and contractor licenses : Licensing : State of Oregon |
| Renewal | Board-wide rule (Oregon BCD, all license types) All BCD-issued licenses are eligible for renewal 60 days before expiration. “All division-issued licenses are eligible for renewal 60 days prior to the expiration date.” Official source · verified 2026-10-17 · Building Codes Division : Individual and contractor licenses : Licensing : State of Oregon |
Check a license in Oregon
Search Oregon license holders Data: Oregon CCB – Active licenses (data.oregon.gov)
Questions to ask the board
- Which license level matches my experience, and do hours from another jurisdiction count?
- Is the exam open-book, and which code edition is used?
- Do I also need a city or county license where I will work?
- Is there a reciprocity or endorsement agreement with my current jurisdiction?
Sources checked: www.oregon.gov