Required Books
Effective October 1, 2023 the exams will be based on the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code.
The reference listed below is permitted to be taken into the examination. This reference may be highlighted and tabbed (with approved NFPA NEC permanent tabs). Contact us for more information at 1-800-992-1910.
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2023 National Electrical Code for Texas, softcover Highlighted with NFPA tabs. Tabs are approved for Testing in Texas
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New Application Processing Fee for Texas License
Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work
Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.
A Master Sign Electrician is one who, on behalf of an electrical sign contractor, installs, maintains, extends, connects or reconnects an electrical wiring system and its appurtenances, apparatus or equipment used in connection with signs, outline lighting, awnings, signals, light emitting diodes, and the repair of existing outdoor electrical discharge lighting, including parking lot pole lighting. Also includes the installation of an electrical service integral to an isolated sign and/or outline lighting installation.
License Requirements
- Pre-approval from the state is not required to sit for the exam.
- 12,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a master or master sign electrician;
Passing score on the master sign electrician examination.
- There are no state minimum financial requirements at this time.
- Applicants with any criminal offense conviction (felony or misdemeanor) must complete a criminal history questionnaire.
Reciprocity
Texas does not have a reciprocal agreement for this license.
Continuing Education
The Texas Department of Licensing requires completion of 4 hours of approved continuing education during the term of the current license. The required hours must cover the National Electrical Code and Texas state electrician laws and rules. For late renewal, the continuing education courses must have been completed within the 1 year period immediately prior to the date of renewal.
The Exam
The exam is administered by PSI. It is an open-book timed test with 100 questions and a 5-hour time limit.A score of at least 75% is required to pass the exam.
The exam fee is $63.
Topics covered on the exam are Electrical Services, Service Equipment, Separately Derived Systems, Definitions, Calculations, Theory and Plans, Electrical Feeders, Branch Circuits, Calculations and Conductors, Electrical Wiring Methods, and Electrical Materials, Electrical Equipment and Devices, Motors and Generators, Electrical Control Devices, Disconnecting Means, and Electric Signs and Outline Lighting
Effective October 1, 2023 the exams will be based on the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code.
How We Help You Prepare
American Contractors does not currently offer a training course for this license, however we have several courses still under development. For more information please contact us at 1-800-992-1910.
To apply, contact the Texas Department of Licensing at 512-463-6599.
The license application and renewal fee is $50.
Applications are processed in the order in which they are received. The wait time is typically no more than 2-3 weeks.
The term of the license is one year.
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