Vermont Electrician License: Requirements, Exam & How to Apply (2026)

Vermont licenses all electricians through the Electricians Advisory Committee within the Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) under the Vermont Secretary of State — a statewide system applicable throughout the state from Burlington and South Burlington to Montpelier and Rutland. See our Vermont state exam prep page for practice questions aligned to the Vermont PSI exam.

This guide covers every requirement, fee, and step for 2026 — verified against Vermont OPR's official licensing information.

Disclaimer: Requirements and fees change. Always verify current details directly with the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation before applying.

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Overview: Vermont Electrical Licensing

Vermont's electrical licensing is administered by the OPR Electricians Advisory Committee. The state adopted NEC 2023 as its current electrical code. Vermont's largest employment centers for licensed electricians include Burlington (the state's largest city), South Burlington, Essex, Montpelier, and Rutland, with significant seasonal construction demand from ski resorts and tourism.

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Types of Vermont Electrician Licenses

The Vermont OPR issues the following electrical license types:

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Journeyman Electrician License Requirements

To qualify for a Vermont Journeyman Electrician license:

Work Experience: Documented on-the-job electrical training under a licensed electrician. Verify the current OJT hour requirement at sos.vermont.gov/opr.

Age: Applicants must be at least 18 years old.

Application: Submit a completed application with experience documentation and fees through the OPR portal at sos.vermont.gov/opr.

Examination: Pass the PSI Journeyman Electrician exam with a score of at least 75%.

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The PSI Exam: Format & Preparation

Vermont's journeyman exam is administered by PSI Exams at testing centers in the state, including locations in Burlington.

Exam Details:

• Administrator: PSI Exams
• Format: Multiple-choice, open book
• Code Reference: NEC 2023 (bring a tabbed, highlighted copy)
• Passing Score: 75%
• Scheduling: Schedule through PSI at psiexams.com after OPR application approval

Preparation Tips:

• Study NEC Articles 100, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 300, 310, 410, and 430
• Practice residential and commercial load calculations
• Learn Tables 310.16, 250.122, and 220.12
• Tab and highlight your codebook before exam day
• Take timed full-length practice tests in the weeks before your exam

Our NEC 2023 practice questions are calibrated to the Vermont journeyman exam content.

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Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Accumulate qualifying OJT hours (verify at sos.vermont.gov/opr)
2. Create an account at sos.vermont.gov/opr
3. Submit your application with documentation and fees
4. Schedule your PSI exam after OPR approval
5. Pass the exam (75% or higher)
6. Receive your Vermont license — renew biennially

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Fees

Verify all fees at sos.vermont.gov/opr before submitting:

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License Renewal & Continuing Education

Vermont electrician licenses renew biennially (every 2 years). Verify current renewal fees and CE requirements at sos.vermont.gov/opr before your renewal date.

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Vermont Electrical Market Outlook

Vermont's electrical market is driven by:

• Burlington metro — Vermont's largest commercial market; healthcare, university construction (UVM), and commercial development
• Ski resort areas (Stowe, Killington, Sugarbush) — year-round construction and renovation of resort facilities
• Montpelier — state government facilities and commercial construction
• Renewable energy — Vermont's strong commitment to renewable energy creates ongoing solar and wind project demand
• Agricultural facilities — dairy farm electrical work and agricultural building construction
• Tourism infrastructure — inn, hotel, and vacation property construction throughout the state

A valid Vermont OPR license is required for all of these markets.

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Official Resources

• Vermont OPR (Electrical Licensing): sos.vermont.gov/opr
• PSI Exams (scheduling): psiexams.com
• NEC 2023 Codebook: Available at NFPA.org or major electrical supply houses

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Ready to Pass the Vermont Exam?

GetLicenseReady's NEC 2023 practice questions cover the code articles and calculation types tested on the Vermont PSI journeyman exam.

Related reading: How Long Does It Take to Get an Electrician License? | Journeyman vs. Master Electrician: What's the Difference? | How to Pass the Electrician Exam on Your First Try