Apprenticeship – Elevator Constructor Mechanic – Open Shop | Washington Career Paths

Elevator Constructor Mechanic

Open Shop

Elevator constructor mechanics are responsible for assembly, installation, maintenance, and replacement of elevators, escalators, chairlifts, moving walkways, and similar equipment in buildings. Elevator mechanics usually specialize in installation, maintenance, or repair work.

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Vertical Options Elevator Service

Region Covered

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
Physically able
High School diploma/GED
Current valid driver’s license
Pass drug screening and background check

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact office to apply
Submit application with copy of DD-214, driver’s license, birth certificate, proof of residency
Pass COMPASS® Test and Spatial Relations & Mechanical Reasoning Test
Complete interview

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Ranked based on interview
Offered employment based on rank order

Step 3: Start

Apprenticeship

8,000 hours / 4 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of education each year

Wages

Start at 50% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 5-10% pay increase after every 1,000-2,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6-12 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.
Eligible for GI Bill® Housing Allowance

Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

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*Contact union local for updated wage information.

GI Bill Usage Breakdown:
100% - 1-6 months
80% - 6-12 months
60% - 12-18 months
40% - 18-24 months
20% - 24-30 months
*Usage Optional

Eligible veterans in an approved Apprenticeship Program can use their GI Bill® benefit and receive a tax-free stipend on a monthly basis. The Post 9/11 GI Bill® stipend is the equivalent of the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of an E-5 with dependents (based on the zip code of the training facility) which is paid addition to normal wages. Refer to the chart below to understand how Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits are paid, or consult the VA website www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Link) to see how other VA chapters are paid for Apprenticeship Training.