Vermont Contractor Licenses: Updated Requirements Guide

Master Electrician

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Official information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/electrical

Eligibility

• Experience: At least two years licensed as a Vermont Journeyman under 26 V.S.A. Chapter 15, or equivalent training/experience acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Completion of an electrical apprenticeship or equivalent training, plus any Board-required modules (including Vermont energy goals).
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Exam name: Vermont Master Electrician. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Questions/Time: 105 questions, 300 minutes.

Allowed materials: National Electrical Code and Vermont electrical rules as permitted by ICC’s bulletin.

• General theory and calculations
• Branch circuits, feeders, services
• Grounding and bonding
• Overcurrent protection
• Wiring methods and materials
• Special occupancies/equipment
• Vermont-specific rules and administration

Retake policy: Governed by the Board and ICC; additional education may be required after multiple failures.

Fees

• Initial license: $150
• Renewal (3 years): $150
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Electrical code updates and the Vermont energy goals module

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 15

Journeyman Electrician

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Official information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/electrical

Eligibility

• Experience: Completion of a registered electrical apprenticeship (instruction and supervised work processes) verified by the Vermont Apprenticeship Council, or Board-accepted equivalent.
• Education: Related classroom instruction as part of the apprenticeship or approved equivalent education.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Exam name: Vermont Journeyman Electrician. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Questions/Time: 90 questions, 240 minutes.

Allowed materials: National Electrical Code and Vermont electrical rules as permitted by ICC’s bulletin.

• Branch circuit and feeder calculations
• Grounding and bonding
• Wiring methods and installations
• Overcurrent protection
• Motors and transformers
• Special occupancies
• Vermont electrical safety rules

Retake policy: Set by the Board; additional Board-approved education is required after multiple failures.

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Electrical code updates and the Vermont energy goals module

Source: 26 V.S.A. § 903

Type-S Journeyman Electrician — Appliance and Motor Repairs (D4)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Accredited training and specialty experience in appliance and motor repairs recognized by the Board, or equivalent experience acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Board-approved specialty training in appliance and motor repair.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to verify. Format: Written specialty exam covering theory and practice in this field.

Topics include:

• Appliance wiring and controls
• Motor repair and protection
• Applicable NEC sections
• Vermont electrical safety rules for specialty work

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Specialty code updates; Vermont energy goals module if applicable

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to confirm fees for examination scheduling, insurance minimums if contracting as a business, and any current renewal education specifics before applying.

Type-S Journeyman Electrician — Well Pumps (E5)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Accredited training and specialty experience in well pump electrical installations recognized by the Board, or equivalent experience acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Board-approved specialty training in well pump electrical systems.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to verify. Format: Written specialty exam covering theory and practice in this field.

Topics include:

• Well pump circuits and controls
• Grounding and bonding in well systems
• Applicable NEC requirements
• Vermont electrical safety rules for well installations

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Specialty-related topics as required by the Board

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to confirm exam scheduling fees, insurance minimums if operating a contracting entity, and current renewal education details before applying.

Master Plumber

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Plumbers Examining Board. Official information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Hold a Vermont Journeyman Plumber license for at least 12 months under 26 V.S.A. Chapter 39, or document equivalent training/experience acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Completion of a plumbing apprenticeship and related instruction or equivalent Board-accepted education.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Exam name: Vermont Master Plumber. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Questions/Time: 105 questions, 240 minutes.

Allowed materials: International Plumbing Code and Vermont plumbing rules as permitted by ICC.

• General regulations and definitions
• Fixtures, fittings, appliances
• Water supply and distribution
• Sanitary drainage and venting
• Storm/roof drainage and special systems
• Plans/isometrics; business and law for contracting

Retake policy: Board-approved tutoring required after three unsuccessful attempts before retesting.

Fees

• Initial license: $120
• Renewal (2 years): $120

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• Continuing education: 8 hours on Vermont plumbing code and approved topics

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 39

Journeyman Plumber

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Plumbers Examining Board. Official information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Completion of a registered plumbing apprenticeship (instruction and supervised work processes) verified by the Vermont Apprenticeship Council, or equivalent Board-accepted training and experience.
• Education: Related classroom instruction within an approved apprenticeship or equivalent program in plumbing/hydronics.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Exam name: Vermont Journeyman Plumber. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Questions/Time: 75 questions, 180 minutes.

Allowed materials: International Plumbing Code and Vermont plumbing rules per ICC.

• General knowledge and math
• Fixtures/fittings; water heaters
• Water supply and distribution
• Sanitary drainage, vents, traps, interceptors
• Storm/roof drainage; plan reading/isometrics
• Safety

Retake policy: Up to three attempts during eligibility; tutoring required before a fourth attempt.

Fees

• Initial license: $90
• Renewal (2 years): $90

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• Continuing education: 8 hours on Vermont plumbing code and approved topics

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 39

Plumbing Specialist — Water Heater Specialist (P1)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Plumbers Examining Board. Information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Instruction, training, and experience acceptable to the Board in water heater installation/service; specialty hours as required.
• Education: Board-approved specialty training in water heater systems.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Time: 120 minutes.

• Sizing and installation
• Combustion air and venting
• Safety devices and controls
• Code requirements for installations

Fees

• Initial license: $50
• Renewal (2 years): $50

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• Continuing education: Specialty-related topics as required by the Board

Source: DFS Licensing

Contact the Plumbers Examining Board to confirm ICC exam fee, any current insurance expectations for business entities, and renewal education specifics before applying.

Plumbing Specialist — Heating System Specialist (P2)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Plumbers Examining Board. Information: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing

Eligibility

• Experience: Instruction, training, and experience acceptable to the Board in residential/industrial/commercial hydronic systems; steam system limits per Vermont rules.
• Education: Board-approved training in hydronic heating design and installation.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Time: 240 minutes.

• Hydronic system design
• Boilers and distribution piping
• Controls and safety devices
• Steam system limits and code

Fees

• Initial license: $50
• Renewal (2 years): $50

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• Continuing education: Specialty-related topics as required by the Board

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 39

Contact the Plumbers Examining Board to confirm ICC exam fee, business insurance expectations if contracting, and current renewal education details before applying.

Plumbing Specialist — Water Treatment Specialist (P3)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Plumbers Examining Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/licenses-web-portal

Eligibility

• Experience: Instruction, training, and specialty experience acceptable to the Board in water treatment systems.
• Education: Board-approved training in water treatment installation and maintenance.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: ICC. Format: Open-book, multiple-choice. Time: 120 minutes.

• System design and installation
• Backflow prevention and cross-connection
• Equipment code requirements
• Safety and environmental considerations

Fees

• Initial license: $50
• Renewal (2 years): $50

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• Continuing education: Specialty-related topics as required by the Board

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Plumbers Examining Board to confirm ICC exam fee, business insurance expectations if contracting, and any current renewal education specifics before applying.

Type-S Journeyman Electrician — Automatic Gas/Oil Heating (A1)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/licenses-web-portal

Eligibility

• Experience: Accredited training and experience in automatic gas or oil heating (including geothermal/ground source heat pumps), or equivalent acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Specialty HVAC training covering fuel‑burning equipment and controls.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: Contact the Board to verify. Format: Specialty exam covering NEC and Vermont rules applicable to heating equipment.

• Automatic gas and oil heating systems
• Geothermal/ground source heat pump controls
• Combustion and safety controls
• Electrical requirements for fuel‑burning HVAC equipment

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Heating systems and NEC updates

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to confirm exam scheduling fees, any business insurance expectations if contracting, and current renewal education details before applying.

Type-S Journeyman Electrician — Refrigeration or Air Conditioning (C3)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/licenses-web-portal

Eligibility

• Experience: Accredited training and experience in refrigeration or air conditioning (including air‑to‑air heat pumps), or equivalent acceptable to the Board.
• Education: Specialty HVAC‑R training covering refrigeration cycles, AC systems, and electrical controls.
• Minimum age: 18.

Examination

Provider: Contact the Board to verify. Format: Specialty written exam on electrical aspects of refrigeration and AC.

• Equipment wiring and controls
• Air‑to‑air heat pump requirements
• Motor and compressor controls
• Safety and code compliance

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Insurance

Not required by the Board for individual licensure.

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Refrigeration/AC and code updates

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to confirm exam scheduling fees, any business insurance expectations if contracting, and current renewal education details before applying.

Residential Contractor Registration — Individual

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Secretary of State — Office of Professional Regulation (OPR). Program page: https://sos.vermont.gov/residential-contractors/

Scope

Registration is required before contracting with a homeowner to perform residential construction (including roofing and similar work) valued at $10,000 or more, inclusive of labor and materials, unless exempted by statute.

Requirements

• Experience: No formal experience requirement; must meet statutory compliance conditions.
• Education: No trade education requirement; attest to using a written contract meeting statutory disclosures.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees

• Application/Initial: $75
• Renewal (2 years): $75

Insurance

Required: General liability insurance with minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• No CE requirement specified

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 106

Residential Contractor Registration — Business Organization

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Secretary of State — Office of Professional Regulation (OPR). Program page: https://sos.vermont.gov/residential-contractors/

Scope

Required for business entities that contract with homeowners for residential construction valued at $10,000 or more, inclusive of labor and materials, subject to exemptions.

Requirements

• Experience: No explicit experience requirement; designate responsible parties and meet compliance conditions.
• Education: No trade education requirement; attest to written contracts meeting statutory disclosures.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees

• Application/Initial: $250
• Renewal (2 years): $250

Insurance

Required: General liability insurance with minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• No CE requirement specified

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 106

Residential Contractor Registration (Roofing Work)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Secretary of State — Office of Professional Regulation (OPR). Program page: https://sos.vermont.gov/residential-contractors/

Scope

Registration is required before contracting with a homeowner to perform residential construction, including roofing, valued at $10,000 or more (labor and materials).

Requirements

• Experience: Not specified by statute.
• Education: Not specified; must use written contracts meeting statutory requirements.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees

• Application/Initial: $75
• Renewal (2 years): $75

Insurance

Required: General liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.

Renewal

• Every 2 years
• No CE requirement specified

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 106

Water Well Driller License — Water Well Driller

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Secretary of State — Office of Professional Regulation (OPR). Program portal: https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/

Scope

Constructs wells to locate, extract, or recharge groundwater, or for heat transfer applications.

Requirements

• Experience: As specified by OPR rules for well drillers.
• Education: Any training requirements set by OPR well driller rules.
• Minimum age: 18.

Renewal

Every 2 years (per statute). Additional CE, fees, and application details are established by OPR rule.

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 107 and DEC Well Driller Reporting

Contact OPR to confirm current fees, insurance expectations, experience documentation, and renewal specifics before applying.

Water Well Driller License — Monitoring Well Driller

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Secretary of State — Office of Professional Regulation (OPR). Program portal: https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/

Scope

Constructs, services, or closes wells drilled for monitoring groundwater quantity or quality.

Requirements

• Experience: As set by OPR rules for monitoring well drillers.
• Education: Training per OPR rules.
• Minimum age: 18.

Renewal

Every 2 years (per statute). Additional CE, fees, and application details are established by OPR rule.

Source: 26 V.S.A. Chapter 107

Contact OPR to confirm current fees, insurance expectations, experience documentation, and renewal specifics before applying.

Elevator Mechanic License (ELE)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Conveyances program: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/elevatorsconveyances

Scope

Erects, constructs, wires, alters, replaces, or maintains conveyances in public buildings as permitted by DFS rules.

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Qualifications as established by the Board and Commissioner for elevator mechanics.
• Minimum age: 18.

Source: DFS Elevators/Conveyances

Contact DFS to confirm fees, insurance minimums, experience documentation, and renewal details before applying.

Lift Mechanic License (ELL)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Conveyances program: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/elevatorsconveyances

Scope

Work on platform lifts and stairway chairlifts under DFS rules.

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Qualifications as established by DFS rules for lift mechanics.
• Minimum age: 18.

Source: 21 V.S.A. § 145

Contact DFS to confirm fees, insurance minimums, experience documentation, and renewal details before applying.

Elevator Inspector License (ELI)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Conveyances program: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/elevatorsconveyances

Scope

Inspects conveyances in accordance with DFS rules, with knowledge of design, installation, operation, and maintenance standards.

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Inspection qualifications and training per DFS requirements.
• Minimum age: 18.

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal

Contact DFS to confirm fees, insurance minimums, experience documentation, and renewal details before applying.

Asbestos Abatement Worker

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Performs asbestos abatement activities inside containment areas under a licensed supervisor.

Requirements

• Experience: Meet VDH requirements for abatement work within containment.
• Education: Accredited Asbestos Abatement Worker training (Model Accreditation Plan); annual refresher required.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $60
• Renewal: $60 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos Licensing Guide (PDF)

Asbestos Abatement Supervisor

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Supervises asbestos abatement activities and personnel inside containment areas.

Requirements

• Experience: At least four months (16 40‑hour work weeks) of asbestos abatement experience inside containment, plus supervisory duties.
• Education: Accredited Asbestos Abatement Supervisor training; annual refresher required.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $120
• Renewal: $120 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos Licensing Guide (PDF)

Asbestos Abatement Company

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Entity license for companies performing asbestos abatement; must employ licensed supervisors and comply with permitting and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Personnel: Employ licensed Asbestos Abatement Supervisors; ensure workers maintain current accredited training.
• Insurance: Liability insurance appropriate to asbestos abatement work as required by Vermont regulations.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $600
• Renewal: $600 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses and 18 V.S.A. Chapter 26

Lead Abatement Company — Target Housing & Public Buildings

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Company credential for lead abatement in target housing and public buildings; must employ licensed Lead Abatement Supervisors.

Requirements

• Personnel: Supervisors and workers complete accredited lead abatement training approved by the Commissioner.
• Insurance: Appropriate liability insurance as required by Vermont lead regulations.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $600
• Renewal: $600 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Lead Abatement Company — Superstructures & Commercial Buildings

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Company credential for lead abatement in superstructures and commercial buildings; must employ licensed supervisors for this classification.

Requirements

• Personnel: Supervisors and workers complete accredited training specific to superstructures and commercial buildings.
• Insurance: Appropriate liability insurance per Vermont regulations.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $600
• Renewal: $600 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Lead Abatement Supervisor — Target Housing & Public Buildings

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Supervises lead abatement projects in target housing and public buildings.

Requirements

• Experience: Meet state requirements for supervisor-level experience and training.
• Education: Accredited lead abatement supervisor training.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $120
• Renewal: $120 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Lead Abatement Supervisor — Superstructures & Commercial Buildings

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Supervises lead abatement projects in superstructures and commercial buildings.

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Accredited supervisor training specific to these occupancies; meet VDH experience requirements.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $120
• Renewal: $120 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Lead Abatement Worker — Superstructures & Commercial Buildings

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Health — Asbestos and Lead Regulatory Program. Licensing information: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Scope

Performs lead abatement work under supervision in superstructures and commercial buildings.

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Accredited Lead Abatement Worker training approved by the Commissioner.
• Minimum age: 18.

Fees and Renewal

• Application/Initial: $60
• Renewal: $60 (every 1 year)

Source: VDH Asbestos & Lead Licenses

Fire Alarm Systems Inspectors Certification of Fitness (TQP)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Program page: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/t1-fire-alarm

Scope

Certification of Fitness for inspecting and testing fire alarm and detection systems. Applicants typically hold an appropriate Vermont electrical license (Master, Journeyman, or G7(c) Type‑S for commercial fire alarms).

Requirements

• Experience/Education: Training in fire alarm inspection/testing per DFS standards; appropriate electrical licensure required.

Source: DFS T1 Fire Alarm

Contact DFS to confirm application method, fees, insurance expectations if operating as an entity, and renewal details before applying.

Fire Sprinkler Systems Technician (T3)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Program page: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/t3-fire-sprinklers

Scope

Installation, maintenance, repair, and testing of water‑based fire protection systems. Designers must hold NICET certification or a fire protection engineering license; technicians must meet DFS training standards.

Insurance

Liability insurance appropriate to fire sprinkler work is required per DFS requirements (amounts set by program guidance).

Source: DFS T3 Fire Sprinklers

Contact DFS to confirm fees, insurance minimums, experience documentation, and renewal details before applying.

Domestic Fire Sprinkler Technician (T8)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety. Program page: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/t8-domestic-fire-sprinkler

Scope

Limited work on domestic fire sprinkler systems (NFPA 13D) and limited fire sprinkler systems with no more than six sprinklers for isolated hazards.

Insurance

Liability insurance appropriate to domestic fire sprinkler work is required per DFS requirements (amounts set by program guidance).

Source: DFS T8 Domestic Fire Sprinkler

Contact DFS to confirm fees, insurance minimums, experience documentation, and renewal details before applying.

Type-S Journeyman Electrician — Commercial Fire Alarms (G7c)

Regulatory Authority

Vermont Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire Safety — Electricians’ Licensing Board. Licensing portal/ledger: https://firesafety.vermont.gov/licensing/licenses-web-portal

Scope

Electrical specialty for commercial fire alarm systems including installation, programming, testing, and maintenance.

Eligibility & Examination

• Experience/Education: Accredited training and experience in commercial fire alarm systems, or equivalent acceptable to the Board.
• Exam: Specialty written exam including NEC, NFPA 72, and Vermont rules for fire alarm systems (provider confirmed with Board).

Fees

• Initial license: $115
• Renewal (3 years): $115
• Late penalty: $25

Renewal

• Every 3 years
• Continuing education: Fire alarm and code updates as required by the Board

Source: DFS Trade Licenses & Renewals Portal (license ledger)

Contact the Electricians’ Licensing Board to confirm exam scheduling fees, any business insurance expectations if contracting, and current renewal education details before applying.