Hi there

Firstly sorry for the description in the title but it was all I could fit in the box!
I am from Australia and have got certification in Vancouver awhile ago. I am still working in Australia but wondering if having the Canadian licence would help me get a job in the states as an Electrician? Is it considered the equivalent of the ticket in the States? I also have a ticket as an Instrument fitter in Australia.

I would like to work in California ...is it possible for me to sit an examination there travelling through?
thanks!