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Maybe you want to become an electrician in Vermont, and jobs in this state have a good prognosis.
In this article, you can read about the steps to take in order to become a licensed electrician.
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Become an Apprentice
As an apprentice, you will have your license issued by the Vermont Department of Labor.
As a journeyman, your certification will be managed by the Vermont Electrical Licensing Board.
The first step in getting a journeyman license is getting the appropriate training, which requires one of the following:
- 8,000 hours of experience and completing a technical program
- 8,000 hours of practical class and 576 hours of theory in an apprenticeship program
- 12,000 hours of experience
You can also apply for an Electrical Specialist license, which requires one of the following:
- 2,000 hours of experience and completion of a technical program
- 4,000 hours of experience
Technical schools
In a trade program, you will study the following topics:
- Current Edition of the National Electric Code (NEC)
- Grounding and Wiring
- Wiring Protection Devices
- Electrical Boxes, Receptacles, and Switches
- Electrical Circuits and Systems
- Conduit Work
- Commercial Wiring
- Wiring a Residence to NEC and IRC Codes
You can also find an experienced electrician to satisfy the practical training requirements, though it’s common for the schools to help you find them.
| School Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Green Mountain Tech | 738 Route 15 West Hyde Park, VT |
| JATC of Vermont | 3 Gregory Drive South Burlington, VT 05403 |
| Vermont Tech | 124 Admin Drive Randolph Center, VT 05061 |
| Vermont Tech | 201 Lawrence Place Williston, VT 05495 |
Union Apprenticeship Programs
The Vermont Joint Apprentice and Training Committee provides apprenticeship programs.
The spots are limited, and in order to enroll, you need to:
- Register with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
- High school diploma/GED
- A math and science class
Take the Journeyman Exam
You can apply for this license after you submit an application form and pay a fee of $115.
You will have to show proof of 12,000 hours of experience in the trade if you didn’t complete a program.
Other requirements include:
- References from 3 electricians you worked with
- Proof of practical experience from your supervisor
The exam costs $65, has 90 questions and lasts for 4 hours.
Specialist Electrician License
Based on the specialization you chose, you need to pass one of the below exams:
- Automatic gas and oil heating
- Outdoor advertising signs
- Refrigeration and air conditioning electrical
- Appliance and motor repairs
- Electrical good pumps
- Electric farm equipment
- Commercial fire alarm
- Household fire detection and alarm
- Gas pump installation and bulk plant works
- Electric lock installation
Become a Master Electrician
To get a master electrician license, you need to be a journeyman for 2 years.
You can also get a license if you have 16,000 hours of experience together with proof of employment.
To apply, submit an application and a $150 fee to the board.
The exam you need to take lasts for 5 hours, has 105 questions and costs $65.
Salary
Median electrician salaries in Vermont are similar to the national average for this occupation.
Annual Salary Range:| Location | Avg. Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Burlington | $47,897 |
| Essex | $47,897 |
| South Burlington | $47,897 |
| Colchester | $47,897 |
| Rutland | $48,327 |
| Bennington | $49,209 |
| Brattleboro | $49,308 |
| Milton | $47,868 |
| Essex Junction | $47,897 |
| Hartford | $49,858 |
Salary by Metro Area in Vermont
| Metro Area | Employed | Avg. Annual | Avg. Hourly | Top 10% | Bottom 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington-South Burlington, VT | 570 | $64,340 | $30.93 | $89,920 | $47,020 |
* Employment conditions in your area may vary.
Maintaining the License
Once you receive your journeyman license, don’t forget to renew it once at 3 years, and take 15 extra hours of class.
The same renewal requirements are needed for the specialist certification and the master electrician certification.
Read the full guide: How to Become an Electrician
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