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The Massachusetts state has specific requirements for those who want to become electricians.
If you want to learn more, check out the info below.
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Become an Apprentice
The licenses in this state are handled by the Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians.
The first step in getting a license is to become an apprentice.
Trade schools
If you attend a trade school program, you will be able to meet the 600 hours of class requirements for journeyman certification.
If you have no past experience in the field, a trade school program is a good idea.
After your program finishes, you will get an associate’s degree.
You will also benefit from hands-on experience during your training.
The subjects you will study during your program include:
- Electrical Theory
- Residential Electrical Wiring
- Commercial and Industrial Electrical Wiring
- Basic Math
- Basic Safety
- Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
- Basic Rigging
- Introduction to Electrical Blueprints
- National Electrical Code
- Conductors
- Fasteners and Anchors
- Hand Bending
- Electrical Test Equipment
- Boxes and Fittings
- Raceways
| School Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Porter and Chester Institute | 134 Dulong Cir Chicopee, MA 01022 |
| Porter and Chester Institute | 5 Campanelli Cir Canton, MA 02021 |
| Porter and Chester Institute | 220 Brooks St Worcester, MA 01606 |
| Bay State School of Technology | 225 Turnpike St, Canton, MA 02021 |
| Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology | 41 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116 |
| Massachusetts Community Colleges | One Massasoit Boulevard, Brockton, MA 02302 |
Apprenticeship Programs
To become an apprentice, you need to register with The Massachusetts Division of Apprentice Standards.
For this, you need to submit:
- ID photo
- $35 fee
To join a union or non-union program, you must meet the below criteria:
- Be 18 years old
- Driver’s license
- A car to transport yourself
- High school diploma
- A skills test
- Pass a drug test
Pass the Journeyman Exam
To be able to apply, you must:
- Finish 600 hours of education
- Complete 8000 hours of electrical work experience in 4 years
The exam is split into two sections.
The first section has an $80 fee, while the second costs $55.
You also need to pay a $60 PSI application processing fee and a $31 certification processing fee.
Other papers you need to provide include:
- Certification of Competition from your school
- A legalized application
The first section of the test has 80 questions, lasts for 3 hours, requires a 70% passing score and is open book.
The second part has 30 questions, requires a 70% passing score, and lasts for one hour.
Masters Electrician License
To apply, you need 150 hours of studying the electrical code and 1 year of experience as a journeyman.
This exam also has 2 sections, and you will have to pay a $276 fee in total.
The first part has 80 questions and requires a 70% passing score.
The exam lasts for 240 minutes.
The second part lasts for 120 minutes, has 50 questions and lasts for 2 hours.
The master electrician license costs $155.
Becoming an Electrical Contractor
If you want to start a business, you need to choose between a partnership, LLC or corporation.
You should also check out The Office of Housing and Economic Development site.
The site offers a guide on how to get your license and tips on starting an electrical business.
Salary
Your salary will vary based on which stage you are in your career.
Annual Salary Range:| Location | Avg. Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Boston | $54,807 |
| Worcester | $51,131 |
| Springfield | $50,742 |
| Cambridge | $54,807 |
| Lowell | $52,927 |
| Brockton | $52,587 |
| New Bedford | $51,179 |
| Quincy | $54,807 |
| Lynn | $54,807 |
| Fall River | $51,179 |
Regional Salary in Massachusetts
| Region | Employed | Avg. Annual Salary | Avg. Hourly Pay | Top 10% Annual Salary | Bottom 10% Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town, MA | 590 | $83,650 | $40.22 | $113,380 | $48,200 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Nashua, MA-NH | 15,010 | $82,380 | $39.61 | $126,950 | $47,780 |
| Leominster-Gardner, MA | 150 | $74,770 | $35.95 | $102,790 | $45,900 |
| New Bedford, MA | 290 | $73,210 | $35.2 | $101,290 | $45,620 |
| Pittsfield, MA | 240 | $69,870 | $33.59 | $97,450 | $44,310 |
| Springfield, MA-CT | 1,440 | $79,780 | $38.36 | $108,830 | $45,780 |
| Worcester, MA-CT | 1,320 | $74,320 | $35.73 | $102,750 | $45,270 |
* Employment conditions in your area may vary.
License Renewal
The journeyman license needs to be renewed every 3 years and costs $78.
To renew it, you need to finish 15 extra hours of education.
The master electrician license also needs to be renewed every 3 years for a fee of $117.
Before you renew it, you need to complete 21 extra hours of class.
Read the full guide: How to Become an Electrician
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