Now Live for Trades Credentials and Renewals!
All initial, reinstatement, and renewal applications for a Trades credential must now be made through
LicensE, your online, self-guided licensing platform.
- To apply for a license or renew your license, go to license.wi.gov.
- For those renewing in LicensE for the first time or looking for more information about LicensE, including exams, refer to the “Trades LicensE Information" document.
- Please review the
LicensE Applicant User Guide for help.
- If you are having trouble with anything, please submit a support ticket at this link. Please provide complete contact information and a detailed description of the issue you are experiencing.
We are transitioning our forms to an online platform, AccessGov, that meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidance. You will be able to submit some forms directly within the platform, while some may require you to download as a PDF and upload to another system. As of May 6th, 2026, all forms must be completed using the AccessGov system. Please follow the instructions on each form to ensure proper submission.
License Information
Per Wis. Admin. Code § SPS 305.991, the activities that may be undertaken by a person who holds license or registration as a licensed Lift Mechanic, a registered Lift Apprentice, or a registered Lift Helper shall be limited to the erection, construction, alteration, replacement, maintenance, repair, remove or dismantling of conveyances covered under ASME A18.1 and ASME A17.1 sections 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, and 7.8.
Per Wis. Admin. Code § 305.997, a licensed Lift Mechanic provides supervision of a registered Lift Apprentice or a registered Lift Helper shall be responsible for the work of the apprentice or helper with respect to compliance to Wis. Admin. Code ch. SPS 318.
Application Information
Form
| Description
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| 3146 | Lift Mechanic License Application Information (includes Form 3146T)
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3198
| Trades LicensE Information
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2255
| Trades Convictions and Pending Charges (if applicable)
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