Elevator Constructor at Above and Beyond Elevator, Inc.
at Above and Beyond Elevator, Inc. in Norton, MA
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$47
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
4 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
About This Program
Above and Beyond Elevator, Inc. sponsors this registered Elevator Constructor apprenticeship in Norton, MA. This non-union, employer-sponsored program provides a structured, paid pathway into the elevator trade for individuals in southeastern Massachusetts. Apprentices begin earning wages on day one and develop practical skills under the direct supervision of experienced elevator mechanics throughout the program.
The apprenticeship spans four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training alongside 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn to install, service, and repair elevator systems, developing proficiency in mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, hydraulic systems, safety testing, and code-compliant inspection procedures. Classroom instruction addresses electrical and mechanical theory, hydraulics, and ASME A17.1 safety standards.
Graduates are prepared to work at the journey level as elevator constructors. Based in Norton, this program is well-positioned to serve the active commercial and residential construction markets across southeastern Massachusetts and the greater Boston metro area, where qualified elevator mechanics remain consistently in demand.
Elevator Constructor Career Outlook
National Median
$46.56/hr
~$96,844.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$25/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Elevator constructor employment is projected to grow faster than average, driven by new high-rise construction, elevator modernization requirements, and building code changes mandating accessibility upgrades. The small size of the workforce relative to the installed base of equipment means strong job security. Aging elevator systems in major cities require ongoing modernization, creating sustained demand.
What to Expect as an Elevator Constructor Apprentice
Duration
4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~40 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~144 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Elevator Constructor
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Massachusetts
Elevator Constructors in Massachusetts are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Massachusetts Department of Public Safety, Elevator Program.
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