TABLE OF ACCEPTABLE SUPPORTING EXPERIENCE DOCUMENTATION

DOCUMENTATION

OWNER- BUILDER

(B – General Building classification only)

• Copies of applicant’s state or federal income tax forms showing income from construction activities (W-2 from an employer, 1099 from a contractor, Schedule C for self-employment, etc.)
• End-of-year paycheck stubs showing gross earnings and hourly/salary rates
• Wage transcripts can be obtained from the Internal Revenue Service at (800) 829-1040

(tax documents only)

• To verify employment period and scope of work performed

• If employer had a specific duty statement outlining scope of work performed

• Proof of employer’s out-of-state license status, classification, and personnel of record

• Notarized Certification of Work Experience written in or translated into English and notarized in the country of origin

• Copies of city and/or county building permits, regardless of whether pulled by applicant or homeowner, including permit applications, permits, and final inspection reports
• Accompanied by statement detailing the work the applicant performed
• For homeowner permits, include applicant’s contract/invoice with a detailed scope of work
• For B – General Building permits, reflect the square footage of the project and support work in structural framing/rough carpentry and at least two (2) additional unrelated trades – each job must include at least two (2) unrelated trades, other than framing/rough carpentry, but every job does not need to include framing/rough carpentry
• Copies of permits for plumbing, electrical, roofing, etc. for specific classifications, as applicable

• Copies of complete and signed contracts that have been entered into and performed, including client contact information, description of work performed, and project start and end dates
• Accompanied by a statement indicating a reasonable estimate of the actual time spent to complete the project

• Similar to Contracts above, if documents relate to work performed in the classification for which applicant is applying

• Copies of both sides of canceled checks from jobs applicant has performed
• Accompanied by a letter or Certification of Work Experience from person who paid the check describing work performed

• For work done on applicant’s own properties
• Accompanied by a statement detailing work done on the properties and dates of projects

• To support other documentation (including permits, contracts, invoices, canceled checks, etc.)
• Accompanied by letters or Certifications of Work Experience from individuals for whom applicant performed the work and applied the materials

• Sealed official transcripts for evaluation of college degrees/units in related construction trade
• Transcripts for degree earned outside of the United States must be translated into English and evaluated by an accredited evaluation service that does business within the United States
• Granted maximum of three (3) years of experience credit

• Proof of formal apprenticeships in related construction trade, including those administered by unions and vocational or accredited schools
• Granted maximum of three (3) years of experience credit

• Copies of hour printouts maintained by unions
• To support applicant’s claimed experience, as reported on a Certification of Work Experience, and/or journey-level status

• Copy of applicant’s DD214 or military discharge papers if applicant’s military training is related to the classification for which he/she is applying
• Military service during a national emergency extends 10-year period in which experience is calculated
• To obtain additional information on this and other military benefits for which applicant may qualify, please visit CSLB’s website at www.cslb.ca.gov or email VeteransInfo@cslb.ca.gov

• Copy of the Department of Industrial Relations Division of Apprenticeship Standards’ Certified Electrician card
• To support applicant’s claimed C-10 journey-level status

(Employed by C-10 licensee only)

• Copy of either Type II or Universal CFC Certification, pursuant to Section 608 of the Clean Air Act of 1990 and as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• To support applicant’s claimed C-20 or C-38 journey-level experience, as documented on a Certification of Work Experience

(Employed by C-20 or C-38 licensee only)

• Specific C-22 experience, exam waiver, and DOSH Registration requirements are contained in California Code of Regulations section 832.22 and 833
• Required to support applicant’s claimed C-22 journey-level experience, as documented on a Certification of Work Experience

(Employed by C-22 or Asbestos Certification licensee only)