Elevator Constructor at International Union of Elevator Constructors LOCAL 10
at International Union of Elevator Constructors LOCAL 10 in Lanham, MD
About This Program
The International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 10 sponsors this JATC-affiliated Elevator Constructor apprenticeship in Lanham, MD. This union program provides apprentices with paid, structured training under collectively bargained wages and benefits. Apprentices work side by side with journey-level elevator constructors on projects throughout the greater Washington, D.C. metro area, gaining real-world experience in one of the most active construction markets in the country.
The four-year program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop skills in elevator and escalator installation, modernization, and maintenance, working with mechanical assemblies, electrical wiring, hydraulic systems, and safety inspection protocols. Classroom study covers electrical and mechanical theory, hydraulics, control systems, and ASME A17.1 safety standards.
Upon completion, graduates earn journey-level elevator constructor status and full IUEC membership. The D.C. metro market's steady commercial, governmental, and residential development ensures a strong and consistent demand for skilled elevator constructors, making this a compelling long-term career 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.
How to Apply
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 Maryland
Elevator Constructors in Maryland are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Labor and Industry, Elevator Safety Unit.
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