Overview
To ensure the quality of workmanship on buildings and structures within the City of Saint Paul, and to safeguard public health and welfare, certificates of competency are required of skilled workers in specific building trades. The state Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has a search tool that allows you to see if a person or company has a current license, bond, certificate or registration issued by DLI. The License and Registration Lookup portal is found here.
Different classes of certificates are specified under each type of work to recognize levels of expertise. For details about certificate requirements, please see the Saint Paul Legislative Code, Chapter 370 here.
Trade Licenses
Boards of Examiners Meetings: Upcoming meetings listed in alphabetical order by board name
All boards are scheduled to meet at 375 Jackson Street, 3rd floor, Saint Paul, in conference room 3W.
| Exam | Time and Date |
|---|---|
| Fuel and Burner Board | 10 am, Friday, April 29 |
| Plumbing Board | 9:30 am, Thursday, April 21 |
| Refrigeration and Equipment Board | 1:00 pm, Tuesday, April 26 |
| Steam Fitting and Piping System Board | 11:00 am, Tuesday, April 26 |
| Warm Air Hearing and Ventilation Board | 10:00 am, Friday, April 22 |
Competency Card Information
For each of the trades listed you will need to contact the senior inspector using the contact information provided below. Requirements for the competency exams are listed as well.
Trade Worker Registration
Information may be found below.