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Propane
And Natural Gas Technician
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Description
A Propane
and Natural Gas Technician is a person issued a license by the
Board that contains one or more of the following endorsements:
Delivery Technician; Plant Operator; Tank Setter and Outside Piping
Technician; Appliance Connection and Service Technician up to
500,000 BTUs per appliance; and Large Equipment Connection and
Service Technician over 500,000 BTUs per appliance.
Application
Information
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FEES
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- Every
two years based on first licensure date
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Any
person working as a technician in the propane or the natural
gas industry before January 1, 1996 is deemed qualified
to sit for the examination.
Persons
entering the propane and natural gas industry after January
1, 1996 must complete a Board approved training program
to be deemed qualified to sit for a license examination;
however, a license will not be issued until the applicant
has completed Skills as evidenced by the Skills affidavit.
Applicants must notify the Board of completion of Skills
within one (1) year from date of examination or the examination
will be null and void.
In
order to become licensed with the Large Equipment Connection
and Service Technician endorsement, an applicant must either:
- Hold
a license as a technician with the Appliance Connection
and Service Technician endorsement and pass the Large
Equipment Connection and Service Technician examination;
or
- Present
proof to the Board of passage of the Basics and Appliance
Connection and Service Technician examination and pass
the Large Equipment Connection and Service Technician
examination.
EXAMINATION
WAIVER - Any person who has successfully completed and
passed the National Propane Gas Association's Certified
Employee Training Program (CETP) shall not be required to
sit for the examination.
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
Examination:
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CETP
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Previously
Passed Exam : DOWNLOAD
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Renewal Information
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FEES
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- Biennial
renewal fee of $130.00
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date.
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A late fee of $10.00 is assessed for licenses renewed
after the license expiration date.
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person who submits an application for renewal more than
90 days after the expiration date shall be subject to
all requirements governing new applicants.
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Renewal
Procedure
To
renew this license, click the RENEW LICENSE button below and fill
out the required information in the electronic form.
RENEW
LICENSE
WARNING: Online submission
of your renewal application must not be construed as automatic renewal of your
license. The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal
before your license is renewed.
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Propane
And Natural Gas Technician - Add An Endorsement
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Description
A Propane
and Natural Gas Technician is a person issued a license by the
Board that contains one or more of the following endorsements:
Delivery Technician; Plant Operator; Tank Setter and Outside Piping
Technician; Appliance Connection and Service Technician up to
500,000 BTUs per appliance; and Large Equipment Connection and
Service Technician over 500,000 BTUs per appliance.
Application
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In
order to Add an Endorsement, a person must presently be
licensed as a Propane and Natural Gas Technician in the
State of Maine.
The
Propane and Natural Gas Board issues one Propane and Natural
Gas Technician license with endorsements as follows:
- Delivery
Technician
- This endorsement is required for persons who deliver
propane at a customer's location. This endorsement is
not required for a delivery technician to operate a motor
vehicle.
- Plant
Operator
- This endorsement is required for persons who work at
a bulk plant and handle propane and propane equipment.
- Tank
Setter and Outside Piping Technician - This endorsement
is required for persons who set and maintain propane tanks
and outside piping.
- Appliance
Connection and Service Technician
- This endorsement is required for persons who install
and service propane and natural gas appliances and indoor
piping up to 500,000 BTUs per appliance.
- Large
Equipment Connection and Service Technician
- This endorsement is required for persons who install
and service propane and natural gas appliances and indoor
piping over 500,000 BTUs per appliance.
In
order to become licensed with the Large Equipment Connection
and Service Technician endorsement, an applicant must either:
- Hold
a license as a technician with the Appliance Connection
and Service Technician endorsement and pass the Large
Equipment Connection and Service Technician examination;
or
- Present
proof to the Board of passage of the Appliance Connection
and Service Technician examination and pass the Large
Equipment Connection and Service Technician examination.
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
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APPLICATION
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Description
A Dispensing
Station is a facility consisting of fixed equipment where propane
or natural gas is stored and dispensed into portable containers
or containers that are not suitable for the shipping of cargo
and that are mounted on vehicles.
Application
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FEES
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date
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All
dispensing station owners must register the dispensing station
with the Board. A dispensing station that undergoes a major
repair, revision or relocation must provide the Board with
updated information within 30 days of the completion of
the change.
LIMITED
OPERATOR - The on-site owner or operator of a dispensing
station must hold a limited operator's license issued by
the Board. The holder of the limited license is responsible
for training other dispensing station employees and documenting
that training. The training for the limited license must
include a manual prepared by a regional propane gas association,
a video prepared by a national propane gas association or
equivalent materials approved by the Board. The training
documentation must be kept at the station. A record of this
training for all operators must be maintained on-site at
all times and available for inspection (refer to Dispensing
Station Affidavit).
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
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Renewal Information
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FEES
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- Biennial
renewal fee of $196.00
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date.
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| REQUIREMENTS |
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A late fee of $10.00 is assessed for licenses renewed
after the license expiration date.
- Any
person who submits an application for renewal more than
90 days after the expiration date shall be subject to
all requirements governing new applicants.
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Renewal
Procedure
To
renew this license, click the RENEW LICENSE button below and fill
out the required information in the electronic form.
RENEW
LICENSE
WARNING: Online submission
of your renewal application must not be construed as automatic renewal of your
license. The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal
before your license is renewed.
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Description
The on-site
owner or operator of a dispensing station must hold a limited
operator's license issued by the Board. The holder of the limited
license is responsible for training other dispensing station employees
and documenting that training.
Application
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FEES
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date
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The
on-site owner or operator of a dispensing station must hold
a limited operator's license issued by the Board. The holder
of the limited license is responsible for training other
dispensing station employees and documenting that training.
The training for the limited license must include a manual
prepared by a regional propane gas association, a video
prepared by a national propane gas association or equivalent
materials approved by the Board. The training documentation
must be kept at the station. A record of this training for
all operators must be maintained on-site at all times and
available for inspection (refer to Dispensing Station Affidavit).
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
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Renewal Information
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FEES
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- Licenses
are renewed every two years to coincide with the Dispensing
Station license renewal.
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Renewal
Procedure
To
renew this license, click the RENEW LICENSE button below and fill
out the required information in the electronic form.
RENEW
LICENSE
WARNING: Online submission
of your renewal application must not be construed as automatic renewal of your
license. The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal
before your license is renewed.
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Propane
And Natural Gas Helper
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Description
A Propane
and Natural Gas Helper is a person licensed by the Board to assist
a licensed person. A helper must work under the direct and continuous
supervision of a licensed person on-site.
Application
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FEES
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date
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- Completed
Application
- SBI
Form and separate payment for $8.00
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
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Renewal Information
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FEES
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- Biennial
renewal fee of $40.00
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| TERM |
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Every two years based on first licensure date.
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A late fee of $10.00 is assessed for licenses renewed
after the license expiration date.
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Any person who submits an application for renewal more
than 90 days after the expiration date shall be subject
to all requirements governing new applicants.
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Renewal
Procedure
To
renew this license, click the RENEW LICENSE button below and fill
out the required information in the electronic form.
RENEW
LICENSE
WARNING: Online submission
of your renewal application must not be construed as automatic renewal of your
license. The Department must verify that you have met all the conditions for renewal
before your license is renewed.
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Temporary
Permit For Plant Operator And/Or Delivery Technician
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Description
A Temporary
Permit for a Plant Operator and/or a Delivery Technician is issued
to persons that files an application with the Board. The applicant
must register with the Board within 90 days of hire and become
licensed within one year.
Application
Information
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FEES
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| TERM |
- Every
two years based on first licensure date
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- ·Completed
Application
- SBI
Form and Separate Payment for $8.00
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
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Renewal Information
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An
applicant may only apply and receive one temporary permit
every three years.
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Permit
For LP Gas Storage Tank(S)
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Description
The Board
shall inspect and issue permits to aboveground and underground
propane and natural gas storage facilities and rooftop installations
of ASME containers.
Application
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FEES
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- The
cost for a Permit is $50.00
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Application
Procedure
To
apply for this license, click on the 'DOWNLOAD APPLICATION' link
below. This action will link you to the actual application form
and instructions in Adobe Acrobat Format. If your browser has
the Acrobat Plug In, you will see the form and can print it from
your browser. If it is not installed, you will be asked for a
location to save the file on your computer. To obtain the Adobe
Acrobat Reader, download it for free at http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep.html.
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About
This Profession
Staff
Directory | Contacting
Us | Laws and Rules | Adverse
Disciplinary Actions | Related Links | Calendar | Publications
Our Purpose
The Propane
and Natural Gas Board was established to oversee and protect the
public through the regulation of propane and natural gas in the
State of Maine.
The primary
responsibilities of the Board are to examine and license qualified
applicants for licensure in the endorsements of delivery technician,
plant operator, tank setter and outside piping technician, appliance
connection and service technician, and large equipment connection
and service technician, to establish and maintain required board
standards for safety, to investigate all complaints of noncompliance
or violations of board law or rules, and to recommend suspension
or revocation or refuse to renew licenses after proper notice
and hearing.
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Our Staff
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Mail
comments and inquiries to:
Department
of Professional and Financial Regulation
Office of Licensing & Registration
#35 State House Station
Augusta, Maine 04333-0035
Call
us at (207) 624-8610
TTY (Hearing Impaired) (207)
624-8563
Fax us at (207) 624-8637
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Laws
The State
of Maine Legislature has developed a database of laws for all
State agencies. For the text of current Board Laws, please visit
please visit http://janus.state.me.us/legis/statutes/32/chapdoc/01300.doc.
The
publications of the Maine State Legislature are made available
on the Internet as a public service and reliance on any such information
is at the user's own risk. The State of Maine, its agencies, officers
and employees do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, completeness
or timeliness of any information on the Maine State Legislature's
web site and may not be held liable for any losses caused by any
person's reliance on the information available on this web site.
Rules
For the text
of current rules, please visit http://www.state.me.us/sos/cec/rcn/apa/02/chaps02.htm
on the Secretary of State's Web site
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Adverse Disciplinary
Actions
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to Report
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Related Links
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Calendar of Events
- Board
Meetings scheduled for Y2000:
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DATE
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ROOM
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TIME
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4/19/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 5/17/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 6/21/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 7/19/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 8/16/00 |
ANDROSCOGGIN
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 9/20/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 10/18/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 11/15/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
a.m. |
| 12/20/00 |
CENTRAL
CONFERENCE ROOM |
9:00
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Publications
- Advisory
Rulings
- Agendas
and Minutes
- Bulletins
- Newsletters
- Press
Releases
- Proposed
Rules
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Legislation
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Last
Revised:
June 8, 2000
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Despite our efforts to be accurate, these pages may contain errors.
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