How often do I need to renew my Residential Journeyman Wireman License in Nebraska?

The Residential Journeyman Wireman License in Nebraska must be renewed every 24 months.

How much does it cost to renew a Residential Journeyman Wireman License in Nebraska?

The renewal cost for a Residential Journeyman Wireman License in Nebraska is $50.00.

What happens if my Residential Journeyman Wireman License expires in Nebraska?

Performing electrical work in Nebraska without a valid license issued by the State Electrical Division is a Class I misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year imprisonment and a $1,000 fine.

Nebraska renewal guide

Residential Journeyman Wireman License

If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.

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What matters before you file.

Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.

Issuing authority

Nebraska State Electrical Division

Renewal period

Every 24 months

Renewal fee

$50.00

Late penalty

$5.00

Bond requirement

Insurance requirement

Continuing education

12 hours

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Finish the CE first

Complete the 12 required hours before you start the renewal.
2
File with the board

File through Nebraska State Electrical Division and pay the $50.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
Renew online

If you miss the deadline, the late penalty is $5.00, with a 90-day grace period.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

Nebraska Residential Journeyman Wireman License

The Nebraska State Electrical Division issues the Residential Journeyman Wireman license for electricians who perform electrical work exclusively on residential installations. This is a more limited scope license than the standard Journeyman Electrician.

What This License Authorizes

Residential Journeyman Wiremen may wire or install electrical wiring, apparatus, and equipment for residential installations only. Work is restricted to single-family or two-family dwellings, or multi-family dwellings not larger than three stories in height. The license holder may also supervise apprentice electricians on residential jobs.

Qualification Requirements

At least three years of verifiable experience in the electrical trade, acceptable to the Board
Apprentice registration counts toward this requirement
One year of credit may be granted for completing an approved two-year post-secondary electrical program
Must pass the Residential Journeyman Wireman examination

Fees

Exam Fee: $60
License Fee: $25 per year of the two-year license period ($50 total for biennial renewal)

Renewal Process

Renewal Period: Every 2 years (licenses expire December 31 of even-numbered years)
Renewal Fee: $50 (biennial)
Continuing Education: 12 hours required, with at least 6 hours on the National Electrical Code

Late Renewal

Expired license holders have a three-month grace period. During this window, renewal requires the license fee plus 10% of the renewal fee for each month past expiration. After three months, the license holder must retake the examination.

Consequences of Operating Without a License

Performing electrical work without a valid license is a Class I misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year imprisonment and a $1,000 fine.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Nebraska State Electrical Division.*

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