how to become an elevator mechanic

Elevator Constructor

Elevator constructors install, modify, service and repair electric and hydraulic elevators, personnel and man-hoists, moving walkways, stagelifts, escalators and related equipment.

Elevator constructors may specialize in construction, maintenance or repair work.

In general, elevator constructors and their apprentices:

read and interpret blueprints to determine the layout of cylinders, electrical connections and other system components,
do preparatory construction work including steelwork, wiring and piping,
install doors and frames, guide rails, counterweights, and elevator, escalator and walkway chassis,
connect car frames to counterweights with cables and assemble elevator cars,
wire electronic control system equipment,
test and adjust equipment,
trouble-shoot when mechanical or electrical systems fail and make the necessary repairs, and
carry-out preventative maintenance programs to ensure public safety.

Program Information

Program	Information & Requirements
Apprenticeship	The term of apprenticeship for an elevator constructor is 4 years (four 12-month periods) including a minimum of 1800 hours of on-the-job training each year. Technical training provided by the Canadian Elevator Industry Educational Program (CEIEP) is the only training presently recognized.
Trade Qualifier	More information on obtaining a Qualification Certificate based on a recognized credential or work experience.

Program Credit

Category	Information
High School Credit	A high school student can become an apprentice through the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) and gain credits toward apprenticeship training and a high school diploma at the same time. A student involved in the Career and Technology Studies (CTS) stream in high school may be eligible for credit towards their apprenticeship first period training.

Supporting Resources

	Description Description / Resources	Resources
Trade Information	Get important information about the duties, working conditions, and skills and abilities needed to work in this trade. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) Trade Profile	Trade Profile
Job Information	View job postings in this trade, and learn about the current job market, average wage and resources for finding a job. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) Alberta Job Postings	Alberta Job Postings
Entrance Requirement	You must satisfy the educational requirements or pass the entrance exam to start an apprenticeship program. If you are writing the entrance exam, there are entrance-level competencies to help you prepare, as well as an exam counselling sheet and study guide. Entrance Requirements Entrance Level Competencies Exam Counselling Sheet Entrance Exam Study Guide	Entrance Requirements Entrance Level Competencies Exam Counselling Sheet Entrance Exam Study Guide
Course Outline	Get information on all of the program requirements and what you will learn. Course Outline (PDF)	Course Outline (PDF)
Technical Training	View a list of currently scheduled technical training classes. Apprenticeship Training Catalogue	Apprenticeship Training Catalogue
Financial Assistance	Student loans, grants, scholarships and other financial assistance may be available. For more information visit our Financial Assistance section, visit an Apprenticeship and Industry Training office or call toll-free to 1-800-248-4823. Financial Assistance	Financial Assistance
Examinations	Get exam counselling sheets for your upcoming apprenticeship, interprovincial or qualification exam. Exam Prep Centre - Exam Counselling Sheets	Exam Prep Centre - Exam Counselling Sheets
Recognized Credentials	A person who holds a valid recognized credential is permitted to work in Alberta, but some employers may require Alberta documentation as proof that the holder is allowed to work in the trade or that the holder's credential is recognized. Recognized Credentials by Province/Jurisdiction	Recognized Credentials by Province/Jurisdiction
Trade Regulation	For more information regarding tasks and activities, please review the Trade Regulation. Trade Regulation	Trade Regulation