Elevator Constructor at All-Ways Elevator, Inc
at All-Ways Elevator, Inc in Hauppauge, NY
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
All-Ways Elevator, Inc. in Hauppauge, NY sponsors a non-union registered apprenticeship program for individuals pursuing a career as an elevator constructor. Located on Long Island — a region with substantial residential and commercial elevator infrastructure — this employer-based program provides direct, paid training in elevator installation and maintenance.
The four-year, time-based program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work directly with experienced elevator professionals to build skills in the installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of elevator systems across diverse building types. Technical coursework covers electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulic components, safety standards, and relevant code requirements.
Graduates complete the program as qualified elevator constructors with substantial real-world experience gained through employer-based training. Long Island's dense residential and commercial market, combined with proximity to New York City, creates strong and ongoing demand for skilled elevator technicians, positioning graduates well for continued employment in the field.
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 New York
Elevator Constructors in New York are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by New York State Department of Labor, Division of Safety and Health, Elevator Safety Bureau.
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