Journeyman Electrician License in Idaho
Quick Answer
To become a Journeyman Electrician in Idaho, you need 8,000 hours as an Idaho Electrical Apprentice, 4 years of approved apprenticeship school, and must pass the exam. Licenses are valid for 3 years. Specialty licenses are available in 9 areas. Estimated costs are approximately $275.
- Exam
- Idaho Journeyman Electrician Exam
- Total Cost
- $275 (est.)
- Timeline
- 4-5 years
- Background Check
- Required
- Renewal
- Every 3 years
Requirements
Journeyman Electrician license in Idaho
Estimated Costs Est.
- Application Fee
- $50
- Exam Fee
- $75
- Renewal Fee
- $50
- Total Estimated Cost
- $275
Cost Breakdown
Estimated costs for getting your Journeyman Electrician license in Idaho. Values marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions.
Enter the cost of your pre-licensing education program
Fees marked "Est." are extracted from official descriptions and may not reflect current pricing. Verify with the Idaho licensing board.
Journeyman Electrician Salary in Idaho
Entry Level
$38,220
Median
$60,670
Experienced
$89,890
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.
How to Get Licensed
Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Journeyman Electrician in Idaho.
- 1
Complete Education Requirements
Degree required
- 2
Submit Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
- 3
Pass the Required Exam
State exam required — Idaho Journeyman Electrician Exam
- 4
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency. Application fee: ~$50.
- 5
Receive Your License
Processing typically takes 4-5 years.
Journeyman Electrician Licensing in Idaho: What to Know
Idaho requires a minimum of 8,000 hours of work experience as an Idaho Electrical Apprentice and completion of 4 years of approved electrical apprenticeship school to qualify for the Journeyman Electrician exam. Idaho offers four certificates of competency: Electrical Apprentice, Journeyman Electrician, Master Electrician (requires 4 additional years as licensed journeyman), and Electrical Contractor. Specialty licenses are available in nine areas including elevator, sign, HVAC, lineman, and solar installer. Specialty journeyman requires 4,000 hours. All licenses are valid for 3 years. CE is required. The Division of Building Safety oversees the Idaho Electrical Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a Journeyman Electrician license cost in Idaho?
- The estimated total cost is $275, including application fees, exam fees ($75), and education costs.
- How long does it take to get a Journeyman Electrician license in Idaho?
- The process typically takes 4-5 years, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
- What exam do I need for a Journeyman Electrician license in Idaho?
- You need to pass the Idaho Journeyman Electrician Exam. State exam required
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