Electrical Inspector License

The Electrical Inspector License is required of persons engaged in electrical inspections performed on a City of Philadelphia Electrical Permit for a licensed Electrical Inspection Agency. This license must be renewed annually.

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Persons employed as an Electrical Inspector must work for a licensed Electrical Inspection Agency. This license does not authorize the operation of a business.

How to Apply

Apply online now via eCLIPSE or visit the Public Services Concourse of the Municipal Services Building

Eligibility Requirements

• PA Department of Labor and Industry certification as an Electrical Inspector.
•  Experience
  • Minimum of six (6) years employment performing electrical work for a company licensed through a local or State jurisdiction. Proof of experience shall be in the form of one or more of the following:
    • Tax records reflecting employment by a licensed Electrical Contractor.
    • Proof of licensure through a local or State jurisdiction, subject to approval by the Department.
  • Satisfactory completion of two (2) years education in the electrical field shall be equivalent to one (1) year practical experience. Education may be substituted for no more than four (4) years of practical experience.
• Continuing Education Credits
  • Proof of completion at least twelve (12) hours of coursework in the current or later edition of NFPA 70.
  • The provider must be approved by the PA Department of Labor and Industry.
  • Courses must be completed within the twelve (12) month period preceding application.
• Photo ID
  • 2”x2” photo ID (passport quality).

Renewal Requirements

• Proof of at least twelve (12) hours of coursework in NFPA 70, earned during the previous license period.

Fee(s)

• Initial Application
  • There is a non-refundable application filing fee of $60.00, which is not included in the license fee. The total license fee of $100.00 is due upon application approval.
• License Renewal Application
  • $100.00