seems like everywhere is different, here in colorado anyone can be a electrical contractor BUT will have to show proof that has a Master employed for them, and to get a master's lic. requires at least 5 years (rumored) as a journyman (and journeyman requiring at least 4 years), and also having letter from project eng's. saying ran jobs...I had 10 years in when I got my masters. and as for laborers even they have to be residental wireman's which requires documentation from employers. I would say the all electricians in colorado are skilled workers not put name on truck and go at it. from what I have seen for going to other states, my cousin moved to nebraska and they required him to retake there test there.
