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  • New Application Fees
    • LIC41: Written Exam Application – new fees are $585
      Use this form to apply for the written exam for the following license types: Master and Special Electrician, Master Plumber, Master Fire Suppression Piping Contractor, Master Rigger, Master Sign Hanger, High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer, Oil Burner Equipment Installer, Tower/Climber Crane Rigger, Site Safety Manager, Private Agency Elevator Director/Inspector, and Gas Work Qualification.

    • LIC42 Practical Exam Application – new fees are $530
      Use this form to apply for the practical exam for the following license types: Master and Special Electrician, Master Plumber, Special Rigger, Master Rigger, Special Sign Hanger, Master Sign Hanger, High Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer, Oil Burner Equipment Installer, Tower/Climber Crane Rigger.

  • New License Application Requirement
    All new license applications must be submitted online at nyc.gov/dobnow. See the New License Application User Guide for step-by-step directions. For reference, please read the New License Application Service Notice. Also, the Licensing & Exams Unit is not accepting any walk-in transactions, or paper applications for this process.

Master Rigger

Master Riggers are licensed to hoist materials and equipment outside of buildings.

License Fee $200.00
Renewal Fee $150.00
Late Renewal Fee $50.00
License Term 3 years

Special Rigger

Special Riggers are licensed to hoist materials and equipment weighing up to 2,000 pounds.

License Fee $100.00
Renewal Fee $75.00
Late Renewal Fee $50.00
License Term 3 years

Tower/Climber Crane Rigger

Climber/Tower Crane Riggers are licensed to erect and dismantle tower and climber cranes.

License Fee $150.00
Renewal Fee $50.00
Late Renewal Fee $50.00
License Term 3 years

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