How To Guide: Utility Contractors
- How To Apply
- After you Apply – What to Expect
- Veterans Preference Points
- Fees
- Utility Foreman Initial Application
- Utility Foreman Reinstatement
- Utility Foreman Reinstatement After 3 Years
- Utility Manager Initial Application
- Utility Manager Reinstatement
- Utility Manager Reinstatement After 3 Years
- Utility Contractor Initial Application
- Utility Contractor Reinstatement
- Renewal
- How to File
How To Apply
- Licensure requires completing an application, getting it signed, notarized, and paying the required fee.
- See below for information on applying for reinstatement of a lapsed license.
- See below for information on renewal of a license.
- Renewal is completed online and is required by April 30 of odd numbered years. Late renewal period is May 1 to May 31 of odd numbered years.
Select your application type to view instructions on how to apply. Each application has specific instructions based on license type.
Utility Foreman Initial Application
Utility Foreman Reinstatement After 3 Years
Utility Manager Initial Application
Utility Manager Reinstatement After 3 Years
Utility Contractor Initial Application
To file online:
Once your checklist is completed, Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
After you Apply – What to Expect
- Processing Time – Applications are processed in the order in which they are received.
- If you receive a deficiency letter, please submit all requested items at one time, as soon as possible, to prevent processing delays.
- Please Note – Incomplete applications may be withdrawn if noted deficiencies are not satisfied within 60 days of said notification. If your application is withdrawn, you will be required to restart the application process to be considered for licensure, to include submission of all required documents and fees.
- Completed applications will be initially reviewed by Board staff and may be reviewed by the Board at an upcoming Board Meeting. Applications must be complete and received at least 15 days prior to a Board Meeting to be added to that meeting’s agenda. Otherwise, the application will be reviewed at the next Board meeting.
- Check Application Status >>
- Keep Your Contact Info Up to Date
- Be sure the email address you include for yourself on your application is correct and current. Email is the primary means of communication for the Board.
- Additionally, it is important for applicants/licensees to update their email address with the Board just as they would update their physical and mailing addresses.
- Wait For It
- You may not legally perform services until you hold an active license.
Veterans Preference Points
Veterans, military service members, transitioning service members and military spouses of the armed forces of the United States, including the National Guard, may be eligible for exam point credits and/or expedited application processes. See program information here >>
- If you are claiming veteran’s preference points, you must enclose a copy of your DD-214 form, showing that you served during a period of conflict or war for a minimum of 90 days. Contact the VA to request make a DD-214 Request >>
Utility Foreman Initial Application
This application is for an initial license for Utility Foreman. It does not require examination.
Initial licensure applications can be submitted by mail or online. The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Letter from each Employer (current and former) per the instructions on the application
- Background Check (obtained through your local law enforcement agency)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents (if applicable)
- Letter of Explanation (if applicable)
- Safety Course – Confined Space (must be conducted in person)
- Safety Course - Excavation (must be conducted in person)
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Foreman Reinstatement
This application is for a Utility Foreman that has a lapsed license. If lapsed 3 years or more a reexamination will be needed. If lapsed under 3 years, no reexamination needed.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Letter from each employer (current and former) per the instructions on the application
- Background Check (obtained from your local law enforcement agency)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Safety Course – Confined Space (must be conducted in person)
- Safety Course - Excavation (must be conducted in person)
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Foreman Reinstatement After 3 Years
If you have previously held this license and it has been expired for more than three years, submit a reinstatement application and fee. (Utility Managers must re-take the exam.)
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Background Check (obtained from your local law-enforcement agency)
- Letter from each Employer
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Safety Course – Confined Space
- Safety Course - Excavation
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Manager Initial Application
This application is for an initial license for Utility Manger. Examination is required.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Letter from each Employer (current and former) per the instructions on the application
- Licensed Utility Foreman Experience
- Reference 1
- Reference 2
- Reference 3
- Safety Course - Excavation (must be conducted in person)
- Safety Course - Confined Space (must be conducted in person)
- Background Check (obtained from your local law enforcement agency)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents (if applicable)
- Letter of Explanation (if applicable)
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Manager Reinstatement
This application is for a Utility Manager that has a lapsed license. If lapsed 3 years or more a reexamination will be needed. If lapsed under 3 years, no reexamination needed.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Letter from each employer (current and former) per the instructions on the application
- Background Check (obtained from your local law enforcement agency)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Safety Course – Confined Space (must be conducted in person)
- Safety Course - Excavation (must be conducted in person)
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Manager Reinstatement After 3 Years
If you have previously held this license and it has been expired for more than three years, submit a reinstatement application and fee. (Utility Managers must re-take the exam.)
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Background Check (obtained from your local law-enforcement agency)
- Letter from each Employer
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Safety Course – Confined Space
- Safety Course - Excavation
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Utility Contractor Initial Application
This application is for a Utility Company. It does not require examination. However, the company must employ a full-time licensed Utility Manager, that is not already employed by another Utility Contracting company.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Owner, Partner, Officer Information
- Safety Policy
- Licensed Utility Manager serving as qualifying licensee
- Disassociation of previous Utility Manger (if applicable) (add link)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Secure & Verifiable Document on owner / officer
Utility Contractor Reinstatement
This application is for a Utility Company that has a lapsed license. It does not require examination. However, the company must employ a full-time licensed Utility Manager, that is not already employed by another Utility Contracting company.
The following is a checklist of required documents for this application:
- Completed, signed, and notarized application with fee. Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Owner, Partner, Officer Information
- Safety Policy
- Licensed Utility Manager
- Severance of Utility Manager (If applicable)
- Disciplinary Action/Sanctions (if applicable)
- Court Documents
- Letter of Explanation
- Secure & Verifiable Document
- Affidavit of Citizenship
- Immigration Documents (If applicable)
Renewal
If you have previously held this license and need to renew to keep your license up to date, apply for licensure renewal by April 30 of odd-numbered years to avoid late fees. Late renewal is May 1 to May 31.
If you have previously held this license and need to renew to keep your license up to date, apply for licensure renewal by April 30 of odd-numbered years to avoid late fees. Late renewal is May 1 to May 31.
A Contractor Company cannot renew until the Utility Manager has renewed.
- To process your renewal, Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
- Click on the License Renewal button on the left hand side of the page. Enter your login information.
- If you do not remember your login credentials, click on the link to reset for a “person” type license.
- Follow the instructions for online renewal specific for your license.
How to File
To file online:
Once your checklist is completed, Navigate to GOALS to register and login to the license portal >>
Contact
Related Resources
- Online Resource Georgia Utility Contractors Association, Inc.
- Online Resource National Utility Contractors Association