CONNECTICUT
Licensing Details
Connecticut requires all Pool Builders, Service Contractors and Maintenance Contractors doing business in the State to hold a license Below are more details about the individual licneses.
SPB - Pool Builder
New installations of below-ground pools and spas must be by a licensed “Swimming Pool Builder” (in-ground pools and spas only and for new installation work only). Swimming pool" means a permanent spa or any in-ground or partially above-ground structure intended for swimming that is greater than twenty-four inches in depth, and "swimming pool builder" means a person who, for financial compensation, excavates and grades for and constructs and installs a swimming pool, including, but not limited to, tiling, coping, decking and installation of associated circulation equipment such as pumps, filters and chemical feeders.
Any person seeking a license as a Swimming Pool Builder shall apply to the commissioner on an application form provided by the commissioner. Applicants must include the appropriate required documentation for license type “Swimming Pool Builder (SPB)”:
- Proof of five (5) years experience under the supervision of a Licensed Swimming Pool Builder under this chapter, or equivalent experience as determined by the commissioner;
- Satisfactory evidence that the applicant has obtained or works for an employer that has obtained a home improvement contractor registration, and a written statement that the applicant shall at all times maintain or work for an employer that has maintained, during license period and renewal of the Swimming Pool Builder license, a home improvement contractor registration;
- Proof that the applicant has obtained the designation entitled “Certified Building Professional” from the trade association “Pool & Hot Tub Alliance” (“PHTA”), or equivalent education and experience to be determined by the Commissioner.
➔ If applying for equivalent experience and training (any license type), submit notarized statements from occupational related employers as to the dates and duties of employment AND copies of any diplomas and degrees of education related to the occupational license type for which you are applying. If you are a military service member with a Recommendation for Review, submit your recommendation in lieu of statements and diplomas.
Application and Qualifications
SP-1 Limited Spa and Pool Contractor
The holder of this license may perform all plumbing, heating and electrical work necessary to service, modify or repair any swimming pool, hot tub, spa or similar recreational or therapeutic equipment, where such work commences at an outlet, receptacle, connection, back flow preventor, or fuel supply pipe previously installed by a person holding the proper license. The requirements to qualify for this license exam shall be two (2) years as a properly licensed journeyman or equivalent experience and training.
Application & Qualifications
SP-2 Limited Spa and Pool Journey Person
The holder of this license may perform all plumbing, heating and electrical work necessary to service, modify or repair any swimming pool, hot tub, spa or similar recreational or therapeutic equipment, where such work commences at an outlet, receptacle, connection, back flow preventor, or fuel supply pipe previously installed by a person holding the proper license and only while the licensee is in the employ of a plumbing contractor licensed for such work. The requirements to qualify for this license exam shall be the completion of a bona fide apprenticeship program or equivalent experience and training.
Application and Qualifications
Swimming Pool & Spa Apprentice Trainee
Registration Prerequisites: When registration is requested for an area of the trade which is not available through the Connecticut Department of Labor, said contractor shall make his/her request to the appropriate board prior to the employment of the employee. No person that has been issued an apprentice / trainee registration shall at any time engage in any work for which a license is required without direct supervision. Direct supervision and/or hearing of said licensed person and not exceeding one apprentice / trainee to each person on site.
Maintenance and Repair Trainees Cleaning and Backwash: Sec. 20-417aa-2. Trainee requirements
A swimming pool maintenance and repair trainee shall not engage in the draining, acid washing and backwash filtration of a swimming pool for which an SP-1 or SP-2 license is required, unless such trainee (1) is under direct supervision, or (2) has completed a minimum of forty (40) hours of on-the-job training. For the purposes of this section, "direct supervision" means under the guidance of a licensed swimming pool maintenance and repair contractor or journeyman, and within the sight or hearing distance of such licensed individual.
Required Documentation: Attach applicant training program outline including content and hours for both related instruction and on the job training which shall be followed.
Attach list of all licensed persons and license numbers and type(s) that are available to supervise and train such applicant.
Application and Qualifications