{"product_id":"texas-maintenance-electrician-highlighted-and-tabbed-book-package","title":"Texas Maintenance Electrician - Highlighted and Tabbed Book Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTexas Maintenance Electrician - Highlighted and Tabbed Book Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the Texas Maintenance Electrician examination with a \u003cstrong\u003ehighlighted and tabbed 2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to support faster code navigation, organized study, and efficient open-book exam preparation. Texas adopted the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e as the state electrical code effective September 1, 2026, and the current Texas Maintenance Electrician examination uses the 2026 NEC as its technical reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Maintenance Electrician license is administered by the \u003cstrong\u003eTexas Department of Licensing and Regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the licensing examination is administered through \u003cstrong\u003ePSI\u003c\/strong\u003e. The credential is intended for electricians who perform electrical maintenance work while working under the general supervision of a licensed Master Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis package includes the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e prepared with highlighting and tabs. The prepared book can help candidates organize commonly tested NEC topics and become more familiar with the location of important articles, definitions, tables, exceptions, and cross-references before examination day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and faster NEC reference navigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Electrician Exam Preparation Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e The current NEC edition used for the Texas Maintenance Electrician examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepared Physical Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to make frequently studied electrical-code subjects easier to locate during preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Maintenance Electrician examination covers electrical definitions, calculations, theory, plans, services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, generators, controls, disconnecting means, and special electrical installations. Candidates should be prepared to apply the NEC to maintenance-oriented situations involving existing electrical systems and equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the examination is open book, familiarity with the NEC is an important part of preparation. Highlighting and tabs can help organize the code, but candidates should also practice repeatedly with the book so they know where major subjects are located without depending on a lengthy search for every question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Maintenance Electrician examination is administered through PSI after the applicant has been approved to test by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Maintenance Electrician\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLicensing Agency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting Provider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime for Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Time for Non-Scored Items:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open book\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e National Electrical Code, 2026 Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current examination content outline distributes the 60 scored items among the following subject areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions, Calculations, Theory, and Plans:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services, Service Equipment, and Separately Derived Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Control Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices\u003c\/strong\u003e are the largest individual categories with 10 scored items each. Wiring Methods and Electrical Materials accounts for nine items, while Services and Special Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions each contribute eight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnless a test question specifically states otherwise, conductors are treated as copper for examination purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Maintenance Electrician examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current approved examination reference is the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own acceptable NEC book to the examination site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAny soft-bound edition of the NEC may be used. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound NEC copies are not permitted in the examination room. The NEC Handbook is also not permitted as the examination reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe NEC may be highlighted, underlined, and contain notes prepared before the examination session. Permanent index tabs manufactured or provided by the NEC publisher are permitted under the testing rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates may not write, highlight, underline, index, or otherwise mark the NEC during the examination. Homemade, DIY, or non-NEC tabs are not permitted. Additional paper that is loose, taped, adhered, stapled, or otherwise added to the book is also prohibited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed package is intended to support preparation before exam day. Candidates should still spend time navigating the book so the location of important topics becomes familiar. Articles related to branch circuits, services, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, equipment, motors, and special installations deserve repeated review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGain qualifying electrical maintenance experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e Texas requires substantial supervised on-the-job electrical training before an applicant can qualify for the Maintenance Electrician license.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork under qualified supervision.\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualifying experience must be completed under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician or Maintenance Electrician.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete 8,000 hours of on-the-job training.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full experience requirement must be documented before applying for the license.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObtain experience verification.\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualifying supervisors must verify the electrical work used to satisfy the experience requirement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit the Maintenance Electrician application.\u003c\/strong\u003e The completed application and required documentation are submitted to TDLR.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive examination authorization.\u003c\/strong\u003e After the application and experience have been reviewed and verified, the applicant is approved to test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule the examination through PSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e Approved applicants follow the PSI scheduling process for Texas electrician examinations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare with the 2026 NEC.\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the current content outline and practice locating the provisions most relevant to maintenance electrical work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTake the Texas Maintenance Electrician examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the scored and non-scored items within the allotted time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarn the required passing score.\u003c\/strong\u003e A score of 70% or better is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the remaining licensing process.\u003c\/strong\u003e After satisfying the examination and other TDLR requirements, the Maintenance Electrician license can be issued.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas Maintenance Electricians are licensed to perform \u003cstrong\u003eelectrical maintenance work while working under the general supervision of a Master Electrician\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplicants must document at least \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 hours of on-the-job training\u003c\/strong\u003e under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician or Maintenance Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe experience requirement reflects the practical nature of maintenance electrical work. Candidates are expected to have substantial exposure to existing electrical systems, conductors, overcurrent protection, wiring methods, equipment, motors, controls, grounding and bonding, and other electrical installations encountered during maintenance and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter TDLR receives and verifies the completed application, the applicant receives authorization to take the licensing examination through PSI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maintenance Electrician license is different from a Texas Journeyman Electrician license. The Maintenance Electrician credential is specifically directed toward electrical maintenance work and does not create the same general scope associated with the Journeyman Electrician credential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas electrician licenses are valid for one year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually. License holders must satisfy the renewal requirements that apply to their credential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTexas adopted the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e effective September 1, 2026. The current Texas electrician examinations are referenced to the 2026 NEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Highlighted and Tabbed Book:\u003c\/strong\u003e The primary technical reference for the current Texas Maintenance Electrician examination. The 2026 NEC covers definitions, services, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, electrical equipment, motors, generators, control devices, disconnecting means, special occupancies, special equipment, special conditions, tables, and electrical calculations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe highlighting and tabs are intended to support organized study and quicker navigation of the NEC. Candidates should use the prepared book throughout their study process so common article locations and code relationships become familiar before testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2026 National Electrical Code is the approved technical reference for the current Texas Maintenance Electrician examination. Current examination rules permit highlighting, underlining, and notes prepared before testing, along with permanent NEC index tabs manufactured or provided by the NEC publisher.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates should make sure the physical codebook brought to the testing center remains compliant with PSI requirements. Loose-leaf, spiral-bound, and ring-bound copies are prohibited. Homemade or non-NEC tabs, added loose paper, and the NEC Handbook are also not allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions, Calculations, Theory, and Plans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 100 definitions, electrical theory, basic calculations, and plan-reading concepts. Candidates should understand voltage, current, resistance, power, circuit relationships, and common electrical terminology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Services and Service Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight scored items address services, service equipment, and separately derived systems. Review load calculations, fault current, service equipment, grounding and bonding, and transformer-related requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparately Derived Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study transformers, grounding electrode conductors, system bonding jumpers, equipment grounding conductors, and related Article 250 provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Feeders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review feeder load calculations, grounded conductors, grounding and bonding, and feeder overcurrent protection. Understand how feeder requirements interact with downstream equipment and branch circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBranch Circuit Calculations and Conductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the largest exam categories. Review GFCI and AFCI protection, branch-circuit calculations, branch-circuit overcurrent protection, conductor sizing, and grounding and bonding conductors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding and Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Article 250 is important across several examination categories. Study grounding electrode systems, equipment grounding conductors, bonding jumpers, services, feeders, and separately derived systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Wiring Methods and Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nine scored items cover raceways and cable trays, boxes and enclosures, cabinets and panels, cables and cords, and underground wiring. Candidates should become comfortable navigating Chapter 3 and related tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaceways:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review raceway installation, support, conductor fill, bends, wet locations, underground installations, and physical protection. Maintenance work frequently requires evaluating or modifying existing raceway systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoxes and Enclosures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study box fill, enclosures, junction boxes, pull boxes, accessibility, covers, and equipment protection. Existing electrical systems often require maintenance electricians to identify whether boxes and enclosures remain code compliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConductors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review ampacity, insulation types, temperature limitations, adjustment factors, correction factors, terminal ratings, and conductor identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Equipment and Devices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ten scored items address receptacles and switches, luminaires, air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment, appliances, and workspace clearance. This is another major study category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAir-Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Heating Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review disconnecting means, branch circuits, conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, equipment ratings, and the NEC provisions applicable to HVAC equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppliances:\u003c\/strong\u003e Study fixed and cord-connected appliances, branch-circuit requirements, overcurrent protection, disconnecting means, and equipment grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorkspace Clearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Review Article 110 requirements involving working space, access, dedicated equipment space, equipment condition, and safe maintenance access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotors and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four scored items address motors and generators. Review motor conductor sizing, overload protection, branch-circuit short-circuit and ground-fault protection, controllers, disconnects, and generator requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Devices and Disconnecting Means:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three scored items cover electrical controls and disconnects. Review ratings, accessibility, location, grouping, lockability, and safe isolation of equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occupancies, Equipment, and Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight scored items address specialized installations. Review the NEC chapters covering special occupancies, special equipment, and special operating conditions relevant to maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExisting Electrical Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintenance electricians frequently work on equipment that has been in service for years. Preparation should include understanding how present NEC requirements interact with repair, replacement, and maintenance decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlighted and Tabbed Navigation Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the prepared NEC during timed practice sessions. Identify the subject first, move to the likely article or table, confirm the requirement, and return to the question efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Candidates receive 180 minutes for 60 scored items. Practice maintaining a steady pace of approximately three minutes per scored question while reserving extra time for calculations and complex code searches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1 Exam Prep helps Texas Maintenance Electrician candidates organize preparation around the subject areas identified on the state licensing examination. A highlighted and tabbed 2026 NEC can make study more structured and help candidates become familiar with major code locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrade-focused review supports branch circuits, services, feeders, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical equipment, motors, generators, controls, disconnecting means, and specialized electrical installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReference-navigation practice is especially valuable because the examination is open book. Candidates can use the highlighted and tabbed NEC to practice locating code rules, definitions, tables, and exceptions without spending unnecessary time searching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePractice-oriented study can also reinforce the maintenance perspective of the license. Candidates should be comfortable evaluating existing equipment, identifying proper conductor and overcurrent protection, understanding control and disconnect requirements, and recognizing code issues encountered during service and repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exam blueprint can help guide study priorities. Branch Circuit Calculations and Conductors and Electrical Equipment and Devices are the largest categories, while Wiring Methods, Services, and Special Installations also represent substantial portions of the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to combine organized study guidance, maintenance-focused electrical review, reference navigation, calculation practice, and confidence-building preparation. 1 Exam Prep supports candidates without guaranteeing a particular test score, license approval, or professional outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is included in this highlighted and tabbed package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes the \u003cstrong\u003eNational Electrical Code, NEC, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e prepared with highlighting and tabs to support organized study and faster reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long should I allow for my order?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease allow up to 15 business days for tabbed and highlighted book package orders.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat NEC edition is used for the Texas Maintenance Electrician exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe current Texas Maintenance Electrician examination uses the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 National Electrical Code\u003c\/strong\u003e as its approved technical reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs the Texas Maintenance Electrician exam open book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The examination is an \u003cstrong\u003eopen book test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow many scored items are on the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Texas Maintenance Electrician examination contains \u003cstrong\u003e60 scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre there non-scored items?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The examination also includes \u003cstrong\u003e5 non-scored items\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much testing time is allowed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCandidates receive \u003cstrong\u003e180 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the scored items and an additional \u003cstrong\u003e20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the non-scored items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat score is required to pass?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA score of \u003cstrong\u003e70% or better\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan the NEC be highlighted before the exam?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Current examination rules permit highlighting, underlining, and notes completed before the examination session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre NEC tabs permitted?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePermanent NEC index tabs manufactured or provided by the NEC publisher are permitted. Homemade, DIY, and non-NEC tabs are prohibited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eCan I use the NEC Handbook during the examination?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The NEC Handbook is not permitted as an examination-room reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much experience is required for the Texas Maintenance Electrician license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApplicants must document \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 hours of on-the-job training\u003c\/strong\u003e under the supervision of a Texas-licensed Master Electrician or Maintenance Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat work does a Texas Maintenance Electrician perform?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA licensed Maintenance Electrician performs electrical maintenance work while working under the general supervision of a Master Electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat should I focus on during final preparation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFocus on branch circuits, electrical equipment, wiring methods, services, feeders, grounding and bonding, conductors, motors, generators, controls, disconnects, special installations, and efficient use of the highlighted and tabbed 2026 NEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50516375502905,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1789\/0861\/files\/TX-MAINTENANCEELECTRICIAN-HT.jpg?v=1790264154","url":"https:\/\/1examprep.com\/products\/texas-maintenance-electrician-highlighted-and-tabbed-book-package","provider":"1 Exam Prep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}