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In Ohio, a license from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) is required to work on commercial buildings. No state license is needed for residential properties. However, local jurisdictions may have their own requirements.
Experience: You need at least five years of experience as an HVAC tradesperson immediately before applying for the exam, or three years if you have a background as a registered HVAC engineer.
Examination: You must pass two exams administered by PSI Services:
HVAC Contractor Trade Exam: Covers technical aspects like refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air distribution, piping systems, equipment, and testing.
Business and Law Exam: Covers topics such as contract law, business ethics, and workplace safety.
Both exams are open-book.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Insurance: You must carry a minimum of $500,000 in contractor liability coverage.
Background Check: A state and federal background check is required before you can sit for the exams.
Age and Legal Status: You must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you are at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work, and hold a high school diploma or GED.
Gain Work Experience: Accumulate the required five years of HVAC trade experience (or three years as a registered HVAC engineer). You may need to provide documentation like permits and W-2s to verify your experience.
Complete and Submit Application: Fill out the application form from the OCILB and pay the $25 application fee. The application must be notarized and mailed with supporting documents.
Undergo Background Check: Complete the required state and federal background check.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive information on how to schedule your Business and Law and HVAC Contractor Trade exams with PSI Services. There is a $69 fee for each exam. You need a score of at least 70% on both.
Provide Proof of Insurance: Submit proof of at least $500,000 in contractor liability coverage. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company.
Pay Licensing Fee: After passing the exams and meeting all other requirements, you will pay a $25 licensing fee to the state treasurer.
Receive Your License: The OCILB will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Residential Work: While a state license isn't required for residential work, local jurisdictions may have their own licensing or registration requirements. It's essential to check with the city or county where you plan to operate.
Continuing Education: Ohio requires licensed contractors to complete ten hours of continuing education annually for license renewal.
Reciprocity: Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, and South Carolina for HVAC contractors licensed in those states.
Types of Licenses: While the main requirement for commercial work is the HVAC Contractor license, there are also certifications like Journeyman HVAC Mechanic and optional certifications like NATE.
HVAC Engineer: Becoming an HVAC engineer typically requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1, 2
In Ohio, a license from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) is required to work on commercial buildings. No state license is needed for residential properties. However, local jurisdictions may have their own requirements.
Experience: You need at least five years of experience as an HVAC tradesperson immediately before applying for the exam, or three years if you have a background as a registered HVAC engineer.
Examination: You must pass two exams administered by PSI Services:
HVAC Contractor Trade Exam: Covers technical aspects like refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air distribution, piping systems, equipment, and testing.
Business and Law Exam: Covers topics such as contract law, business ethics, and workplace safety.
Both exams are open-book.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Insurance: You must carry a minimum of $500,000 in contractor liability coverage.
Background Check: A state and federal background check is required before you can sit for the exams.
Age and Legal Status: You must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you are at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work, and hold a high school diploma or GED.
Gain Work Experience: Accumulate the required five years of HVAC trade experience (or three years as a registered HVAC engineer). You may need to provide documentation like permits and W-2s to verify your experience.
Complete and Submit Application: Fill out the application form from the OCILB and pay the $25 application fee. The application must be notarized and mailed with supporting documents.
Undergo Background Check: Complete the required state and federal background check.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive information on how to schedule your Business and Law and HVAC Contractor Trade exams with PSI Services. There is a $69 fee for each exam. You need a score of at least 70% on both.
Provide Proof of Insurance: Submit proof of at least $500,000 in contractor liability coverage. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company.
Pay Licensing Fee: After passing the exams and meeting all other requirements, you will pay a $25 licensing fee to the state treasurer.
Receive Your License: The OCILB will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Residential Work: While a state license isn't required for residential work, local jurisdictions may have their own licensing or registration requirements. It's essential to check with the city or county where you plan to operate.
Continuing Education: Ohio requires licensed contractors to complete ten hours of continuing education annually for license renewal.
Reciprocity: Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, and South Carolina for HVAC contractors licensed in those states.
Types of Licenses: While the main requirement for commercial work is the HVAC Contractor license, there are also certifications like Journeyman HVAC Mechanic and optional certifications like NATE.
HVAC Engineer: Becoming an HVAC engineer typically requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1, 2
In Ohio, a license from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) is required to work on commercial buildings. No state license is needed for residential properties. However, local jurisdictions may have their own requirements.
Experience: You need at least five years of experience as an HVAC tradesperson immediately before applying for the exam, or three years if you have a background as a registered HVAC engineer.
Examination: You must pass two exams administered by PSI Services:
HVAC Contractor Trade Exam: Covers technical aspects like refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air distribution, piping systems, equipment, and testing.
Business and Law Exam: Covers topics such as contract law, business ethics, and workplace safety.
Both exams are open-book.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Insurance: You must carry a minimum of $500,000 in contractor liability coverage.
Background Check: A state and federal background check is required before you can sit for the exams.
Age and Legal Status: You must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you are at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work, and hold a high school diploma or GED.
Gain Work Experience: Accumulate the required five years of HVAC trade experience (or three years as a registered HVAC engineer). You may need to provide documentation like permits and W-2s to verify your experience.
Complete and Submit Application: Fill out the application form from the OCILB and pay the $25 application fee. The application must be notarized and mailed with supporting documents.
Undergo Background Check: Complete the required state and federal background check.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive information on how to schedule your Business and Law and HVAC Contractor Trade exams with PSI Services. There is a $69 fee for each exam. You need a score of at least 70% on both.
Provide Proof of Insurance: Submit proof of at least $500,000 in contractor liability coverage. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company.
Pay Licensing Fee: After passing the exams and meeting all other requirements, you will pay a $25 licensing fee to the state treasurer.
Receive Your License: The OCILB will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Residential Work: While a state license isn't required for residential work, local jurisdictions may have their own licensing or registration requirements. It's essential to check with the city or county where you plan to operate.
Continuing Education: Ohio requires licensed contractors to complete ten hours of continuing education annually for license renewal.
Reciprocity: Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, and South Carolina for HVAC contractors licensed in those states.
Types of Licenses: While the main requirement for commercial work is the HVAC Contractor license, there are also certifications like Journeyman HVAC Mechanic and optional certifications like NATE.
HVAC Engineer: Becoming an HVAC engineer typically requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1, 2
In Ohio, a license from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) is required to work on commercial buildings. No state license is needed for residential properties. However, local jurisdictions may have their own requirements.
Experience: You need at least five years of experience as an HVAC tradesperson immediately before applying for the exam, or three years if you have a background as a registered HVAC engineer.
Examination: You must pass two exams administered by PSI Services:
HVAC Contractor Trade Exam: Covers technical aspects like refrigeration, heating, ventilation, air distribution, piping systems, equipment, and testing.
Business and Law Exam: Covers topics such as contract law, business ethics, and workplace safety.
Both exams are open-book.
EPA Section 608 Certification: Required for handling refrigerants.
Insurance: You must carry a minimum of $500,000 in contractor liability coverage.
Background Check: A state and federal background check is required before you can sit for the exams.
Age and Legal Status: You must be at least 18 years old and a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Meet Basic Requirements: Ensure you are at least 18 years old, a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work, and hold a high school diploma or GED.
Gain Work Experience: Accumulate the required five years of HVAC trade experience (or three years as a registered HVAC engineer). You may need to provide documentation like permits and W-2s to verify your experience.
Complete and Submit Application: Fill out the application form from the OCILB and pay the $25 application fee. The application must be notarized and mailed with supporting documents.
Undergo Background Check: Complete the required state and federal background check.
Schedule and Pass Examinations: Once your application is approved, you will receive information on how to schedule your Business and Law and HVAC Contractor Trade exams with PSI Services. There is a $69 fee for each exam. You need a score of at least 70% on both.
Provide Proof of Insurance: Submit proof of at least $500,000 in contractor liability coverage. The policy and license must be assigned to a contracting company.
Pay Licensing Fee: After passing the exams and meeting all other requirements, you will pay a $25 licensing fee to the state treasurer.
Receive Your License: The OCILB will issue your HVAC Contractor License.
Residential Work: While a state license isn't required for residential work, local jurisdictions may have their own licensing or registration requirements. It's essential to check with the city or county where you plan to operate.
Continuing Education: Ohio requires licensed contractors to complete ten hours of continuing education annually for license renewal.
Reciprocity: Ohio has reciprocity agreements with Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee, and South Carolina for HVAC contractors licensed in those states.
Types of Licenses: While the main requirement for commercial work is the HVAC Contractor license, there are also certifications like Journeyman HVAC Mechanic and optional certifications like NATE.
HVAC Engineer: Becoming an HVAC engineer typically requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
This information has been referenced from the following site - 1, 2
