{"id":3006,"date":"2026-09-02T12:33:04","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T12:33:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/?page_id=3006"},"modified":"2026-09-03T19:15:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T19:15:39","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-3006\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-3006-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"dark_row siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-0\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Our Electrical Licenses &amp; Certifications<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div id=\"panel-3006-0-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-3006-0-0-1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>When you hire a <strong>licensed electrician<\/strong>, certifications and specialized training can help you understand the experience behind the work. A&amp;M Electric is a <strong>licensed C-10 electrical contractor in California<\/strong> with additional training and certifications for EV charger installation, including EVITP and ChargePoint.<\/p>\n<p>These credentials are especially valuable for projects involving electrical panels, dedicated circuits, EV charging equipment, and other electrical work that must be properly planned and completed according to current electrical and safety requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-3006-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-1\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/C-10-lic.png\" alt=\"California C-10 Electrical Contractor License\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/C-10-lic.png 300w, https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/C-10-lic-175x175.png 175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-3006-1-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-1-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2>California C-10 Electrical Contractor License<\/h2>\n<p>A <strong>C-10 Electrical Contractor License<\/strong> is issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). It is the primary contractor license for businesses performing electrical contracting work in California.<\/p>\n<p>To qualify for a California contractor license, the qualifying individual must meet experience requirements and generally pass both trade and law and business examinations.<br \/>\n<strong>Why this matters to you:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Licensed Electrical Contractor:<\/strong> A C-10 license shows that we are qualified to operate as an electrical contractor in California.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Experience Requirements:<\/strong> California requires qualifying experience at the journey, foreman, supervisor, or contractor level.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Knowledge of the Trade:<\/strong> The licensing process tests electrical knowledge as well as California contracting requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Added Protection:<\/strong> Customers can verify a contractor and current license status through the California Contractors State License Board.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-3006-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-2\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-2-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3014\" src=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/California-Certified-Journeyman-Electrician-badge.png\" alt=\"California Certified Journeyman Electrician\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/California-Certified-Journeyman-Electrician-badge.png 300w, https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/California-Certified-Journeyman-Electrician-badge-175x175.png 175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-3006-2-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-2-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2>California Certified Journeyman Electrician<\/h2>\n<p>California formally refers to this credential as <strong>General Electrician Certification<\/strong>. To qualify for the certification exam through the California Department of Industrial Relations, a general electrician must document at least <strong>8,000 hours of electrical work experience<\/strong> covering multiple areas of the trade.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What this experience means for your project:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extensive Field Experience:<\/strong> Thousands of hours of hands-on electrical work are required before certification.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tested Knowledge:<\/strong> Electricians must pass California's certification examination.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Broad Electrical Training:<\/strong> Experience can include residential and commercial wiring, troubleshooting, maintenance, fixtures, conduit, and other electrical work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Experienced Workmanship:<\/strong> You benefit from a certified electrician who has spent years learning how electrical systems are installed, maintained, and diagnosed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-3006-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-3\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3015\" src=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/EVITP-Certified-Electrician-badge.png\" alt=\"EVITP Certified Electrician\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/EVITP-Certified-Electrician-badge.png 300w, https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/EVITP-Certified-Electrician-badge-175x175.png 175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-3006-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-3-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2>EVITP Certified Electrician<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP)<\/strong> provides advanced training specifically for electricians who install electric vehicle supply equipment, commonly called EV chargers or EVSE.<\/p>\n<p>Working with an <strong>EVITP-certified EV charger installer<\/strong> gives you a licensed electrician with specialized training in the electrical systems, codes, and safety requirements involved in EV charging.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why EVITP certification matters for EV charger installation:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>EV-Specific Training:<\/strong> The program focuses on the safe and proper installation of EV charging equipment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety &amp; Code Knowledge:<\/strong> Training covers important electrical and code requirements involved with EV charging systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proper Planning:<\/strong> EV charger installation may require evaluating your electrical capacity, dedicated circuit, equipment, and charger location.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized Experience:<\/strong> You are hiring a certified EV charger installer with training beyond general electrical work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-3006-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-4\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-4-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3016\" src=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChargePoint-Certified-badge.png\" alt=\"ChargePoint Certified\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChargePoint-Certified-badge.png 300w, https:\/\/bigwesttemp.com\/amelectric\/wp-content\/uploads\/ChargePoint-Certified-badge-175x175.png 175w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-3006-4-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-4-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2>ChargePoint Certified<\/h2>\n<p>A&amp;M Electric is also <strong>ChargePoint certified for EV charger installation<\/strong>. ChargePoint provides specialized training for electricians and technicians working with its EV charging equipment.<\/p>\n<p>This product-specific knowledge can be valuable when installing, setting up, maintaining, or troubleshooting a ChargePoint charging station.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits of working with a ChargePoint-certified installer include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Product-Specific Knowledge:<\/strong> Training covers ChargePoint equipment, components, and installation requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proper Setup:<\/strong> Certification includes training related to installation and commissioning of charging stations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Troubleshooting Knowledge:<\/strong> Certified technicians receive training for diagnosing and servicing ChargePoint equipment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Warranty Considerations:<\/strong> Using properly certified technicians can be important for meeting ChargePoint installation and warranty requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-3006-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-3006-5\" data-stretch-type=\"full\" ><div class=\"so-panels-full-wrapper\" ><div id=\"pgc-3006-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-3006-5-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h2 class=\"modh1\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Hire a Licensed &amp; Certified Electrician?<\/h2>\n<p>Electrical work is about more than making sure something turns on. The installation needs to be properly planned, safely completed, and suited to the electrical demands of your property.<\/p>\n<p>This is especially important with <strong>EV charger installation<\/strong>, since charging equipment can place a significant continuous load on your electrical system. Working with a <strong>licensed electrician and certified EV charger installer<\/strong> means you have someone who can evaluate the complete project, including your existing electrical capacity, panel, dedicated circuit, charger location, and charging equipment.<\/p>\n<p>A&amp;M Electric combines California electrical licensing and experience with specialized <strong>EVITP and ChargePoint certifications<\/strong>. Whether you need an EV charger, electrical panel work, lighting, generator installation, or another electrical service, these qualifications provide added confidence that you're working with an experienced electrical professional.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our Electrical Licenses &amp; Certifications When you hire a licensed electrician, certifications and specialized training can help you understand the experience behind the work. A&amp;M Electric is a licensed C-10 electrical contractor in California with additional training and certifications for EV charger installation, including EVITP and ChargePoint. 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