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West Virginia Master Electrician

A Master Electrician may perform all types of electrical work including layout and the design of electrical blue prints. A Master may supervise and/or instruct Journeyman and Apprentices on the job or in a vocational course. A Master can perform work in all sub-classifications and pull permits

$795.00

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Required Books 

The references associated are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with a permanent index tab) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-992-1910.

As of 2022, the exam will be based on the 2020 NEC

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Additional Services

Applicants must submit an application to the State Fire Marshal’s Office to verify experience and gain approval to take the exam.

Applicants MUST be at least 18 and must have 2 years/4,000 hours of experience in wiring for light, heat and power of residential and commercial buildings, as well as work experience in an industrial setting. Work history must be specific to identify different settings.

A Master must also be able to design electrical systems and calculate load demands.

There are no state mandated financial requirements for this license.

 A Master Electrician may perform all types of electrical work including layout and the design of electrical blue prints. A Master may supervise and/or instruct Journeyman and Apprentices on the job or in a vocational course. A Master can perform work in all sub-classifications and pull permits

To apply for an Electricians License or to schedule for and Electrician's exam, contact:

State Fire Commission
Office of the State Fire Marshal 4th Floor
1700 MacCorkle Ave SE
Charleston, WV  25314
(304)558-2191
www.firemarshal.wv.gov

 

Important Contacts

To apply for a Contractors license, contact:

West Virginia Division of Labor
Contractor Licensing Board
State Capital Complex, Bldg. 9, Rm. 749
Charleston, WV 25305
(304)558-7890
To apply for an Electricians License or to schedule for and Electrician's exam, contact:

State Fire Commission
Office of the State Fire Marshal
Regulatory and Licensing Division
1207 Quarrier St. 2nd floor
Charleston, WV 25301
(304)558-2191
To Apply for an Exam:

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Suite 601
Sandy, UT 84070
866-720-7768

The West Virginia State Fire Marshal's Office recognizes reciprocity with several jurisdictions. Regardless of the jurisdiction, each applicant MUST possess the minimum WV requirements for licensure. Reciprocity can only be granted if the individual tested under the current licensing entity and with proof of successfully passing an examination. Individuals who previously held a WV Electrician's License and allowed it to expire, and those who failed an electrical exam administered by the West Virginia State Fire Marshal's Office ARE NOT eligible for reciprocity.

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Currently, West Virginia does not require Continuing Education for its Licensed Electricians.
  • The exam is given by the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
  • There are several preset dates and locations for these exams throughout the year.
  • The exam is 50 multiple-choice questions and 5 electrical calculations.
  • Multiple choice questions are worth 1.5 points and calculations are 5 points each.
  • There is a 4-hour time limit for the test.
  • The exam fee is $25.
  • 80% is required to pass

 

Exam Dates 2025

Charleston-   Jul 22, Sept 16, Nov 4

Beckley-  Aug 5, Oct 7

Clarksburg-  Aug 12, Oct 21

Martinsburg-  Jul 29, Sept 23, Nov 18

Wheeling -  Aug 19,  Oct 28 

American Contractors Exam Services holds a 1.5 day West Virginia Master Electrician Seminar that guarantees that you will pass the Master Electrician's license exam.  American Contractors has been holding Seminars to help contractors pass their exam for over 22 years.