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ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR License in New Jersey

Quick Answer

To obtain a ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR in New Jersey, review the requirements from Department of Law and Public Safety~Division of Consumer Affairs~Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR license in New Jersey

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
No exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

Department of Law and Public Safety~Division of Consumer Affairs~Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Salary in New Jersey

Entry Level

$39,130

Median

$73,410

Experienced

$101,980

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR in New Jersey.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    No exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.