San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam prep
San Antonio requires an off-premises (billboard) sign operator to pass an approved ICC exam, post a $45,000 bond and pay a $375 yearly fee. ICC lists the exam as 975, Texas (San Antonio) Billboard Operator. Here are the one package, from $95 to $95, each with one-click checkout.
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How do the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) options compare?
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| Option | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Book Package | the reference books the exam is written to, new and unmarked | $95 |
How does the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam work?
The San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam is set by a Texas city or by TDLR rather than by a statewide contractor board. The city or agency approves you, then the exam is scheduled with ICC or PSI.
- ICC exam 975 has 70 questions in 3 hours, is open book and costs $115.
- It is written to the San Antonio sign code and billboard ordinance, plus Chapter 10 building-related codes.
- Texas does not license general contractors at the state level; the Texas Residential Construction Commission was abolished in 2009.
- Cities set their own registration rules, and some, such as San Antonio, require an ICC exam for certain trades.
- San Antonio sign operators need a passing ICC exam, a $45,000 bond and $1,000,000 in general liability insurance.
- Texas code enforcement officers register with TDLR after the TEEX course and a closed-book PSI exam that costs $50.
Which San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) option should I choose?
The Book Package at $95 is the lightest way into the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam: the reference books the exam is written to, new and unmarked. Candidates who fail usually run out of time rather than knowledge, so pick the option that gets you fastest through the references, and call (877) 775-9400 if you are unsure.
San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam questions
How much does San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam prep cost?
San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam prep runs from $95 to $95 across 1 option: Book Package $95.
Is the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam open book?
It depends on the exam. The San Antonio ICC sign exams are open book, while the Texas Code Enforcement Officer exam is closed book. The bulletin for your exam has the rule.
Who issues the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) license or certification in Texas?
It comes from the city that requires it, or TDLR for code enforcement officers. Buying a package here does not register you or make you eligible; the board approves you first, and the exam vendor schedules the test.
Does Texas have a state general contractor license?
No. Texas has no statewide general contractor license, and the residential construction commission that registered builders was abolished in 2009. Cities such as San Antonio and Dallas set their own registration rules.
What does a San Antonio sign operator need besides the exam?
A $45,000 bond, a yearly city fee of $100 for on-premises signs or $375 for billboards, $500,000 in workers' compensation and employer's liability and $1,000,000 in general liability insurance.
What is the San Antonio Billboard Operator (975Y) exam like?
ICC exam 975 has 70 questions in 3 hours, is open book and costs $115. It is written to the San Antonio sign code and billboard ordinance, plus Chapter 10 building-related codes.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Licensing exam questions are confidential. The courses and practice exams are original material written to the same subjects and format, with explanations that point to the reference section.
How do the books and courses arrive?
Printed and rental books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep. Online courses and practice exams arrive by email after purchase, so you can start the same day. Call (877) 775-9400 with any question first.
Sources
- ICC: City of San Antonio exams
- San Antonio sign contractors and operators
- Dallas third-party green providers
- TDLR code enforcement officers
Licensing facts checked against these pages; last updated . Rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply.