Elevator Constructor at Elevator Constructors, IUEC Local 79
at Elevator Constructors, IUEC Local 79 in North Little Rock, AR
About This Program
Elevator Constructors IUEC Local 79 sponsors this union elevator constructor apprenticeship based in North Little Rock, AR. As part of the International Union of Elevator Constructors, Local 79 operates a JATC program that connects apprentices with signatory employers in the region and delivers training aligned with national elevator industry standards. Apprentices receive paid training from day one.
This four-year program is built on 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices gain hands-on experience installing and servicing elevators, escalators, and related vertical transportation equipment. Technical coursework addresses electrical and mechanical systems, hydraulic and traction elevator technology, ASME A17.1 safety code compliance, and industry-standard troubleshooting methods.
Upon successful completion, apprentices are recognized as journeyman elevator constructors. This credential reflects a high level of technical skill and is respected by employers across the elevator industry. For those looking to enter a specialized, well-compensated trade in Arkansas, this IUEC Local 79 program offers a clear and structured path.
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.
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.
This is a union-affiliated program. Union apprenticeships typically offer strong benefits packages, pension contributions, and structured career advancement through the local hall.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Elevator Constructor
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Arkansas
Elevator Constructors in Arkansas are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing, Elevator Safety Section.
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