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QuestionHow long does it take to get your electrician's apprentice license in the mail once you've submitted your application?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerAt a maximum, 30 days. If you don't get your license after 30 days, call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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QuestionI had a journeyman and master electrician license in Texas until 1997 when I moved out of state. Can I be grandfathered in?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerPossibly. Call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and ask about your specific license. They may be able to grandfather you in. Texas does have grandfathering laws on the books for electricians, but it's on a case-by-case basis.
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QuestionI have a supervising electrical license for residential, commercial, and industrial from Chicago, Illinois. Would my license be recognized in Texas?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerIt depends on Texas's reciprocity agreement with Illinois. Call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and explain your question--they'll be able to walk you through what you need to do.
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QuestionWill a felony exclude me from getting an electrician's license?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerIf it was a violent felony, possibly. The good news is that it isn't hard to figure out if you're excluded. Just submit a regular apprentice application through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and fill out the supplemental form explaining your conviction.
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QuestionCan I get my apprenticeship through my college program?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, if you attend a trade school or a college with a licensed electrician program.
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QuestionIf I am a mechanic in New York, in a union do i qualify to apply for a position in Texas?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerMaybe. You'll have to contact the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and ask about license reciprocity.
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QuestionCan I qualify for an electrician apprentice license if I was convicted of a misdemeanor?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes, typically. So long as you weren't convicted of a violent crime there shouldn't be any issue.
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QuestionHow do I get my electrician license if I haven't renewed it in years?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou have to reapply. This sounds like a pain, but getting the electrician license is actually pretty easy. You just fill out the form online and pay $20. Then, you can have the wait period waived by passing the licensing exam and calling the TDLR.
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QuestionDo I need to take classes before I am able to get an electrician apprentice license or am I able to get the license and start learning with onsite experience under a supervisor?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerThe only requirements for an apprentice license are your age and residency. You must be at least 16 years old and a resident of Texas. Other than that, there are no tests or classes. However, to actually work as an apprentice, you must work directly under a master electrician that's qualified to teach apprentices. So to answer your question, you can do any combination of the three options. You can go to trade school and get the license, you can get the license and then go to trade school, or you can get the license and apply for work as an apprentice. Keep in mind, most companies will not hire an apprentice if you don't have experience in another state or at trade school.
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QuestionHow do I transfer my electrician license from one state to Texas?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerThe Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation handles these cases directly since their agreements with other states are all different. Call or email them to ask about your state's agreement with Texas regarding reciprocity.
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QuestionIf I have an electrical engineering degree from another country and electrical contractors license, how do I get my license in Texas?This answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.wikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou can typically transfer licenses to Texas. Call the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation directly and explain what you're trying to do. They'll walk you through it.
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QuestionIf I have a four year mechanical engineering degree and have been working as an electronics technician, do I qualify to take the maintenance electrician exam?Community AnswerYes, this would be a great point from which to take the exam.
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QuestionAfter I apply online as an apprentice electrician, do I get the license by mail?Community AnswerYes, you will. You will also have to complete a 4 hour online continuing education program certified by to the state of Texas.
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QuestionIs a high school diploma required to become an electrician in Texas?Community AnswerNo, there are no educational requirements in Texas to receive an electrical license, but you will have to earn supervised hours as an apprentice for an electrician before you can be fully licensed.
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QuestionWhat if I have my apprenticeship from another state?Community AnswerYour best bet is to find out when your local union is accepting applications and go from there. I am partial to unionized trades, as they without a doubt have the best training available. Once you complete your apprenticeship, you can transfer into other locales around the country.
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QuestionCan I take the licensed master electrician exam in Texas if I have a mechanical/electrical degree?Community AnswerYou will still need two years in the field under a licensed master electrician before you can apply to take the test.
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QuestionWhat experience do I need to become an electrician?Community AnswerYou need a willingness to learn, you don't need any specific experience to become an electrician. You do need to be able to learn and retain knowledge.
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QuestionIs there a list of electrical companies offering apprenticeship programs?Community AnswerNo, but you could just try cold-calling the electrical companies in the area. We are always looking for people who want to learn.
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QuestionI haven't started the Electrician apprenticeship and I plan on moving to Texas. Would my hours worked, experience, and certification (if I get a journeyman for example) all transfer?Community AnswerMost likely, if you want to work at the same company that you use to work for you could let your manager know and you could go there. If not, you can make your resume and give it to them showing them you have experience.
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