Journeyman, Electrician, or Plumber Certificate of Competency

There is no State of Florida requirement for anyone to hold a Journeyman Certificate of Competency. This certificate does not permit the holder to perform any work or enter into any contracts on his/her own. The certificate holder must always work under the supervision of a properly licensed Electrical/Plumbing Contractor.

Fees

• $150 nonrefundable application fee
• $70 one-time registration fee

Checklist

The following must be submitted with your application:

• Copy of your Certificate of Completion if you completed a 4 year apprenticeship
• Copy of your test score from approved agency if you have already taken the exam
• Completed Journeyman Verification of Construction Experience form found in the application instructions PDF below

How to apply for a Certificate of Competency

1. Review the application instructions and gather all necessary submittal items
• Application instructions for Journeyman, Electrician or Plumber - Fillable (PDF)
• Application instructions for Journeyman, Electrician or Plumber - Printable (PDF)
2. Apply through the HillsGovHub portal

Resources

• Create Contractor License Applications User Guide (PDF)
• Contractor Licensing FAQs

Get help

Department: Development Services
Email: licensing@hcfl.gov
Phone: (813) 272-5600