In the state of Oregon, individuals seeking to enter or advance within the electrical industry must engage with the Oregon 440 2570 form, a comprehensive electrical license application managed by the Department of Consumer & Business Services' Building Codes Division. This critical document serves as the first step for aspirants aiming to demonstrate their qualifications and secure various types of electrical licenses. From general supervising electricians to limited energy technicians, the form caters to a wide range of specializations, each with specific fee structures and requirements outlined clearly to guide applicants. The process necessitates thorough attention to detail, as candidates are required to provide comprehensive personal information, a detailed account of their work history, and substantiated proof of their electrical work experience. To ensure compliance with state laws, the form mandates the disclosure of applicants' Social Security numbers, primarily for license issuance and regulatory purposes, including tax administration and child support enforcement. Additionally, the inclusion of a passport-style photograph underscores the personalized nature of the licensing process, while the provision for the affidavit underscores the seriousness with which applicants must approach their application, stipulating honesty and accuracy under the threat of potential license suspension or revocation. With its multifaceted sections and stringent requirements, the Oregon 440 2570 form embodies a crucial gateway for professionals aiming to legitimize and elevate their standing in Oregon's electrical sector.
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| Form Name | Oregon Form 440 2570 |
| Form Length | 10 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 2 min 30 sec |
| Other names | VERIFIER, DCBS, Edgewater, LEB |
Electrical License Application
Mail application with payment to:
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Building Codes Division • 1535 Edgewater St. NW, Salem, Oregon |
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Web: bcd.oregon.gov |
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Important: Read the application instructions before completing this form. Please complete all steps before submitting your application and refer to the checklist at the end of this form.
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Your Social Security number is required for BCD licenses, certifications, and registrations according to ORS 25.785, ORS 305.385, 42 USC § 405 (c)(2)(C)(i), and 42 USC § 666(a)(13). Failure to provide this information will be basis for application refusal. Your SSN may be shared with other authorities only for
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PREVIOUS LICENSES |
List all individual or contractor electrical licenses you hold or have held in any state. Submit a copy of all
List license(s):
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Please select a license type from the list below. Fees are nonrefundable.
The application instructions list the requirements and scope of each license.
General supervising electrician (S) $100.00 General journeyman (J) $100.00
Limited supervising electrician (PS) $100.00
Limited journeyman manufacturing plant (PJ) $100.00 Limited energy technician Class A (LEA) $50.00 Limited energy technician Class B (LEB) $50.00
Limited maintenance electrician (LME) $100.00 Limited residential electrician (LR) $100.00 Limited journeyman sign electrician (SIG) $50.00 Limited journeyman stage electrician (ST) $50.00 Limited building maintenance electrician (BME) $50.00 Limited renewable energy technician (LRT) $50.00 Ltd. maintenance manufactured structures (LMM) $100.00
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Please refer to the enclosed list or our Web site to choose a test location.
Reciprocal applicants do not test.
Preferred testing location:
Make check or money order payable to Department of
Consumer & Business Services. If paying by credit card, applicant must sign credit card information box. DO NOT SEND CASH.
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Fee varies based on license type.
DCBS Fiscal use only: 12104/0600
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Electrical License Application |
STEP 6 |
VERIFICATION OF WORK EXPERIENCE |
To provide proof of your work experience, submit an Electrical Experience Verification form
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Applicants relying on military experience must submit the following:
• Official documentation from supervising official showing the type and approximate hours of work experience
• Other reliable documentation verifying training and experience if supervisor not located
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PHOTOGRAPH OF APPLICANT |
Applicants must submit a 2” x 2”
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APPLICANT AFFIDAVIT |
1.I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge, the information on this application is complete and correct.
2.I understand that my license may be suspended, conditioned, or revoked if I have deliberately falsified my application. ORS 455.125
3.I understand that, if I provide false information on this application or cheat on a licensing examination, my application will be denied and I may not apply for any license or be allowed to take any
4.I certify that I have read these statements and understand the terms of my license.
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CHECKLIST FOR APPLICANTS |
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Proof of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. A college degree will substitute.
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Electrical License Application |
Electrical Experience Verification |
Mail verification to: |
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Instructions: You must submit a separate experience verification form for each place of employment. If you are submitting more than one form, do not overlap dates of employment.
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Applicants submitting verification of equivalent training and experience under OAR
• A current or previous employer actively involved with the applicant’s work;
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VERIFIED EXPERIENCE |
1.Enter the type of license you are applying for:
2.From license types on Page 3, choose the categories in which you have work experience and enter them under “Category.” (See example, below.)
3.Under “Total hours,” enter the hours of work experience in each category. The division will consider no more than 2,000 hours of experience per year. OAR
4.Enter your specific work duty experience under “Description of duties.” If you need more information, see bcd.oregon.gov, “Statutes and Rules,” “Oregon Administrative Rules,” click on
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VERIFIER CONFIRMATION |
As the verifier of the preceding information, I confirm that it is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
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