State of Oregon: Licensing - Steps to get licensed

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First, do you need a license?

Generally, Oregon law requires anyone who works for compensation in any construction activity involving improvements to real property to be licensed. Learn more.

Licensing steps:

1. Complete 16-hour pre-license training and take the exam. Select a Responsible Managing Individual to complete the training and exam. Find a list of approved pre-license educators here. Once you have taken the training, you will be directed to take the test from your pre-license training provider.

2. Determine your endorsement type. For more information about endorsement and structure types, click here.

3. File your corporation, LLC, and/or assumed business name.
File with the Oregon Secretary of State, Corporation Division or call 503-986-2200. For more information about setting up your business, click here.

4. Submit a CCB surety bond in the required amount(s).
Find your proper bond amount.

5. Provide proof of general liability insurance in the required amount.
Make sure it names Construction Contractors Board as the Certificate Holder.

6. Obtain workers’ compensation insurance if you will be hiring employees.
For more information about workers compensation, talk to an insurance agent, visit the Oregon Workers' Compensation Division website or call 503-947-7810. Learn more about who is exempt and non-exempt here.

7. Obtain other employer account numbers.
You may need state and federal tax numbers, for example. For information, contact the Oregon Department of Revenue at 503-378-4988 or the Internal Revenue Service at 1-800-356-4222.