How to get a journeyman plumber license in Ohio
Ohio journeyman plumber 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
- The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), issues state licenses to Electrical, HVAC, Refrigeration, Plumbing, and Hydronics Contractors who perform commercial work.
- Applicants must: • be at least 18 years of age • be a U.S.
- citizen or a legal alien (must provide proof) • have been a trades-person in the type of licensed trade for which the application is filed for not less than five years immediately prior to the date of application.
- • never have been convicted of a disqualifyi
- Board page: LICENSE QUALIFICATION PROCESS
Requirements overview
- Ohio sets experience, education, and exam rules for journeyman plumber 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 Ohio plumbing exam guide for vendor, scheduling, and prep
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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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