Elevator Constructor Apprentice

The International Union of Elevator Constructors Local #17 Joint Apprenticeship Program (based in Cleveland, OH) will begin accepting applications on April 1, 2024 at 9:00 am EST until the 350th application is requested or thru April 29, 2024, at 5:00 pm EST--whichever occurs first. Select "Apply Now" on this page to receive more detailed instructions on how to submit your application. Completed applications must be submitted by April 30,2024 @ 5:00 pm EST.

Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 17 years of age to apply and 18 years of age to be registered by the Local Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

• Submit a copy of a valid photo I.D.

• Provide an original copy of a high school diploma, transcript, GED or DD214.

• Pass an entrance exam and sit for an interview.

Note: A $25 NON-REFUNDABLE fee is required to submit your application.

As an Elevator Constructor Apprentice, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the passenger and freight elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, and moving sidewalks under the direction of a Mechanic.

• Manually loading, unloading, and moving materials, equipment, and tools from vehicles to work areas. Requires lifting parts weighing up to 100 lbs.

• Manually cleaning elevator car tops, machine rooms, pits, rails, and hoistways within non-controlled climate field setting.

• Manually painting machine rooms and pit.

• Using periods of high concentration and knowledge of elevator systems to assist Mechanic in electrical and mechanical installation, repair, or service operations. Requires following written or verbal directions of mechanic and/or field superintendent. Requires color perception to distinguish color-coded wiring components.

• Maintaining elevator lighting fixtures.

• Visually and audibly monitoring equipment operation to determine faulty functioning. Requires ability to withstand heights and cramped working conditions.

The Elevator Constructors are an Equal Opportunity Employer.