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Elevator Mechanic Apprenticeship Opportunities

Job Description

Elevator and escalator installers and repairers install, maintain, and fix elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and other lifts.

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Working Conditions

Elevator and escalator installers and repairers often work in cramped areas inside crawl spaces and machine rooms, and they may work at heights in elevator shafts. Most elevator and escalator installers and repairers work full time. Repairers may be on call 24 hours a day or may need to work overtime.

Minimum Qualifications

Eighteen (18) years of age and high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Available Apprenticeship Programs


Committee NameCityAverage Wage
OREGON SW-WA ELEVATOR INDUSTRY JATCPORTLAND$67.89View for #10470173 Apprenticeship Details