How to get a electrical contractor license in Hawaii
Hawaii electrical contractor licensing covers hours, prerequisites, exam path, fees, and renewal. Confirm current rules on the board source before you apply.
Verified on: 2026-09-14 · Board source
From the board
- REQUIREMENTS FOR EXAMINATION AND LICENSE - ELECTRICIANS & PLUMBERS Visit our website at: cca.hawaii.gov/pvl THE LAW No person shall act or assume to act as a journey worker electrician, journey worker specialty electrician, supervising electrician, supervising specialty elec…
- Board page: REQUIREMENTS FOR EXAMINATION AND LICENSE - ELECTRICIANS & PLUMBERS
Requirements overview
- Hawaii sets experience, education, and exam rules for electrical contractor applicants
- Documented OJT or apprenticeship hours are common for journeyman / technician paths
- Master and contractor tracks usually add experience, exams, and firm paperwork
- Confirm current hour totals, affidavits, and fees on the state board before you apply
Exam
- See the Hawaii electrical exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
- LicenseFlo helps with paperwork and reminders — we do not sit the exam
Renewals
- Most credentials renew on a fixed cycle with mandatory CE or training
- Roster watch → intake → assemble → sign → submit
Related: Exam · Renewal and CE
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