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It seems the time is right for people to consider becoming electricians in Maryland.

According to O*Net, the state has projected a 15% job growth from 2020 to 2030, equivalent to an average of 2,200 job openings a year.

No wonder many young individuals push to pursue an electrical career.

If you’re one of them, here’s how you can become a licensed electrician in Maryland.

Potential Salary

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Maryland electricians have the following salary information as of May 2021:

Mean Wage:

  • Annually – $62,620
  • Hourly – $30.11
PercentileAverage Annual Wage
10%$37,180
25%$47,260
50%$60,250
75%$77,470
90%$98,070

 

Annual Salary Range:
$37K
$60K
$98K

Average Salary of Electricians in Maryland

City NameSalary
Baltimore$49,293
Frederick$51,479
Gaithersburg$53,192
Bowie$53,224
Rockville$53,272
Hagerstown$48,657
Annapolis$50,792
College Park$53,336
Salisbury$51,104
Cumberland$44,000
* Salary information last updated 2024

Regional Salary

RegionEmployedAvg. Annual SalaryAvg. Hourly PayTop 10% Annual SalaryBottom 10% Annual Salary
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD6,750$67,140$32.28$103,820$38,310
California-Lexington Park, MD280$64,800$31.16$94,900$37,710
Cumberland, MD-WV120$61,340$29.49$90,160$38,030
Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV440$65,220$31.36$91,840$42,640
Salisbury, MD-DE690$56,680$27.25$77,020$38,490
* Salary information based on the May 2023 Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) Survey for Electricians, OCC 47-2111, BLS.
* Employment conditions in your area may vary.

How to Become a Licensed Electrician in Maryland

Previously, the MD State Board of Electricians only regulates and issues licenses for master electricians, with the counties overseeing those for apprentices and journeymen.

But on July 1, 2021, the Board announced that they’ll issue the licenses for all levels, with the counties being responsible for their registration only.

In other words, to legally provide electrical work/services, you now must apply for a state-wide license.

However, many counties still have the power to issue lesser licenses, such as a “limited license” or a “restricted license.”

So if you want to obtain a lesser license, contact your local licensing board for the requirements and instructions.

Becoming an Apprentice Electrician

Qualifications

The Board has no requirement for you to receive an apprentice electrician license.

But if you want to receive a salary for applicable state and federal works, then you must be registered with the MD Apprenticeship and Training Council (MATC).

License Application

To apply, you must submit the following:

License Renewal

Your license will expire two years from the date of issuance.

To renew, you must submit the following:

Becoming a Journeyman Electrician

Qualifications

The Board gives you two options to obtain a journeyman electrician license:

  • By examination
    • At least 4 years of experience under the direct supervision of a master electrician
    • Successfully pass the journeyman licensure exam
  • By apprenticeship program
    • Completed an apprenticeship program (consisting of 8,000 hours of experience and 576 hours of classroom instruction) approved by the MATC or the Federal Office of Apprenticeship (FOA)

If you go by licensure by apprenticeship program, the Board will waive the experience and examination requirements.

License Application

To apply, you must submit the following:

For licensure by examination

For licensure by apprenticeship program

MD State Board of Electricians
1100 N. Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

  • License fee – $15

Exam Details

The Board has contracted with PSI to help administer the licensure exams.

  • Exam fee – $65
  • Content – 70 questions covering the following topics:
    • Electrical theory
    • Wiring and protection
    • Wiring methods and materials
    • Equipment for general use
    • Special occupancies
    • Special equipment
    • Special communication
  • Duration – 210 minutes
  • Passing rate – 70%
  • References you’re allowed to bring – NEC 2017

If you pass, the Board will send to you the registration number and personal identification number (PIN) that you’ll use to log in to the online application.

License Renewal

Your license will expire two years from the date of issuance.

To renew, you must submit the following:

  • Completed online renewal application
  • Renewal fee – $15

Becoming a Master Electrician

Qualifications

The Board will consider your application for the license if you…

  • Have at least 7 years of experience under the direct supervision of a master electrician
    • Can credit up to 3 years of experience if you completed a formal course or professional training in electrical installation
  • Successfully pass the master electrician licensure exam
  • Obtain liability insurance – $400,000 minimum per occurrence ($300,000 for general liability, $100,000 for property damage)

License Application

To apply, you must submit the following:

  • Completed online master electrician license application
  • Proof of insurance, which you’ll send via…
    • Email to dloplmasterelectricians-labor@maryland.gov with the subject line: Application Documents – <Your Name>; OR,
    • Mail to:

MD State Board of Electricians
1100 N. Eutaw Street
Room 121
Baltimore, MD 21201

  • Proof of completing an electrical installation course or training, if applicable
  • License fee – $20

Exam Details

  • Exam fee – $65
  • Content – 90 questions covering the following topics:
    • Electrical theory
    • Wiring and protection
    • Wiring methods and materials
    • Equipment for general use
    • Special occupancies
    • Special equipment
    • Special communication
    • Calculations
  • Duration – 240 minutes
  • Passing rate – 70%
  • References you’re allowed to bring – NEC 2017

If you pass, the Board will send to you the registration number and personal identification number (PIN) that you’ll use to log in to the online application.

License Renewal

Your license will expire two years from the date of issuance.

To renew, you must submit the following:

  • Completed online renewal application
  • Renewal fee – $25

Electrical Training Programs and Schools in Maryland

To launch your electrical career, you must first receive proper trade education and training.

A technical school and an apprenticeship program can help equip you with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to succeed in this career.

Technical School

Technical schools help you earn a diploma, certificate, or degree.

Most of their programs are composed of classroom education and skills training in a shop setting.

You’ll develop skills related to…

  • Residential wiring
  • Commercial and industrial wiring
  • NEC
  • Low voltage wiring, maintenance, and repair
  • Electrical theory
  • Applied math
  • Safety/CPR/first aid
  • Transformers/generators
  • Electrical motors
  • Reading blueprints
  • Tools, equipment, and instruments
  • Cable installation/splicing installation, maintenance, and repair

Many schools will help you participate in on-the-job training with local electrical companies, which can potentially turn into permanent employment for you.

Apprenticeship Program

Many prefer to directly enter into an apprenticeship after high school to learn the trade.

To browse for available apprenticeship programs, the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Program (MATP) might be a good place to start.

Usually, they’ll ask you to meet these requirements upon application:

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Has a high school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Passing grades in algebra
  • Physically fit
  • Valid driver’s license and owns personal transportation
  • Pass the aptitude test
  • Pass the physical exam and drug test

The table below lists some of the schools and training centers offering approved electrician programs in Maryland.

15 Electrician Schools in Maryland

School NameAddress
ABC Cumberland Valley ChapterHagerstown, MD (301) 739-1190
ABC Baltimore Metro Chapter1220B E. Joppa Rd., Suite 322 Towson, MD 21286
ABC Washington Metro Chapter6901 Muirkirk Meadows Drive, Suite F Beltsville, MD 20705
ABC Chesapeake Shores Chapter100 West Street Annapolis, MD 21401
All-State Career Schools - Baltimore Campus2200 Broening Hwy. Baltimore, MD
College of Southern Maryland - La Plata Campus8730 Mitchell Road La Plata, MD
College of Southern Maryland - Prince Federick Campus115 J.W. Williams Road Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Howard Community College - Main Campus10901 Little Patuxent Parkway Columbia, MD 21044
IEC Chesapeake8751 Freestate Drive Laurel, MD 20723
JATC of Baltimore Electrical2699 West Patapsco Avenue Baltimore, MD 21230
JATC of Western Maryland307 East Offutt Street Cumberland, MD 21502
JATC of Lanham4371 Parliament Place Lanham, MD 20706
Lincoln Tech - Columbia Campus9325 Snowden River Parkway Columbia, MD 21046
North American Trade Schools6901 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD
Wor–Wic Community College32000 Campus Drive Salisbury, MD 21804

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