Gas Technician license in Tennessee
Tennessee requires a state-level gas technician license.
Tennessee does not publish a state-level licensing board specific to gas technician work. Most gas technician jobs in Tennessee fall under the plumber board's scope. The board, fees, and renewal cycle shown below are the closest related state authority — always verify the specific scope of your job with the board before applying.
Required license type
Tennessee licenses contractors for projects of $25,000 or more (or any swimming pool $5K+) through the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors. Home Improvement is registered for residential projects between $3,000 and $25,000 in select counties.
Application requirements
Working as a gas technician in Tennessee typically requires submitting an application packet to the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C) — including proof of experience, exam scores, and insurance.
- Proof of relevant trade experience or apprenticeship hours
- Passing score on the state trade exam(s)
- General liability insurance + workers' comp
- Surety bond filed with the board (when required)
- Business entity registration with the Secretary of State
- Background check + license fee submitted with packet
This is the standard packet most U.S. state boards require. Verify the exact list with the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C) before applying — requirements change by trade classification.
Fees and renewal cycle
Total cost to become a licensed gas technician in Tennessee ranges from $175 to $7,000 (typical $1,200). The range covers application + exam fees, bond + insurance premiums, and the first year of business registration.
Most state boards renew on a 1-3 year cycle and require continuing education credits. Verify the exact renewal window and CE requirement with the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C) — late renewal typically triggers a reinstatement fee.
Reciprocity with neighboring states
Tennessee borders 8 other launched states ProFix Directory tracks. Reciprocity is set by each state board individually — check the destination state for the current rule before relying on it.
Where to apply
Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C)
Board phone: +1-615-741-8307
Tennessee licenses contractors for projects of $25,000 or more (or any swimming pool $5K+) through the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors. Home Improvement is registered for residential projects between $3,000 and $25,000 in select counties.
Why ProFix verifies every gas technician
Every pro we list in Tennessee is matched against the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C) record, the Secretary of State business registry, and OSHA inspection data. We surface license status, revocation history, and bond filings on every profile so homeowners can shortlist verified pros without trusting a single review-platform score.
Common questions
- Do I need a gas technician license in Tennessee?
- Tennessee requires gas technician contractors to hold a Tennessee Gas Technician license from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C). Apply through https://www.tn.gov/commerce/regboards/contractors.html with a typical $1,200 total fee (range $175-$7,000) and a 1-3 year renewal cycle. Verify the exact classification with the board before submitting.
- Which board handles gas technician licensing in Tennessee?
- Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors — Limited Licensed Plumber (CMC-C) is the relevant authority shown in the Tennessee licensing seed for this page. The verification or application URL in the loader is https://www.tn.gov/commerce/regboards/contractors.html.
- How much does a gas technician license cost in Tennessee?
- The recorded licensing cost range is $175-$7,000, with a typical total around $1,200. That range comes from the page loader and covers application, exam, bond, insurance, or registration costs where they apply.
- What requirements should Tennessee gas technician applicants verify?
- Tennessee licenses contractors for projects of $25,000 or more (or any swimming pool $5K+) through the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors. Home Improvement is registered for residential projects between $3,000 and $25,000 in select counties.
- Are TN plumbers licensed?
- Yes. Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors issues plumbing classifications + limited licensed plumber for small jobs.
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Licensing facts shown for this trade are anchored to the closest related Tennessee state board. Seed-backed numbers are used wherever a hand-curated entry exists.
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