Registered unlicensed electricians

A registered unlicensed individual is limited to performing electrical work:

1. within the scope of the employer's authority to perform the electrical work; and

2. under the supervision of an individual licensed to perform the electrical work; and

3. when the licensed and registered unlicensed individuals are employed by the same contractor or employer

NOTE: Electrical work is defined as the installing, altering, repairing, planning, or laying out of electrical wiring, apparatus, or equipment for electrical light, heat, power, technology circuits or systems, or other purposes.

Requirements and qualifications

• At least 17 years old.

• Must be registered as unlicensed individual if performing electrical work required to be performed by a licensed individual.

• Must report annual electrical work experience when renewing registration.

• Must complete two hours of continuing education on the electrical code for annual renewal of registration.

• Prohibited from performing electrical work without direct supervision.

Registration fees

• $14 - new registration electrical

• $19 - renew registration electrical (not expired)

• $24 - renew or reinstate an expired registration electrical

Length of registration

• One year; registration expires on the last day of the month of the new registration.

Application process

• Submit an application and fees via mail or online.

Exam process

• No examination is required.

• Note: Electrical work experience earned after Jan. 1, 2009, qualifies toward an individual's license examination requirements only if registered.

Forms

• Electrical application/renewal form

• Online application/renewal

• Electrical registered unlicensed individual experience verification form

• Complaints (violation reporting)

• Check registrations online

Continuing education

• Two hours National Electrical Code education annually

Questions?

Contact us at dli.license@state.mn.us or 651-284-5034.