Elevator Constructor at Int'L. Union of Elevator Constructors Local 63 Jac
at Int'L. Union of Elevator Constructors Local 63 Jac in Oklahoma City, OK
About This Program
The International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 63 JAC in Oklahoma City, OK offers a union-affiliated (JATC) registered apprenticeship in the elevator construction trade. Serving the greater Oklahoma City area, this IUEC-affiliated program provides paid, employer-based training supported by a structured technical curriculum and a strong union framework.
This time-based program runs for four years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training paired with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices develop hands-on skills in elevator installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and modernization under the guidance of experienced journeymen. Classroom instruction covers electrical systems, hydraulic principles, mechanical components, safety regulations, and applicable building codes.
Graduates earn journeyman elevator constructor credentials and IUEC Local 63 union membership, with access to negotiated wages, benefits, and a professional network spanning the regional trade. Oklahoma City's steady commercial and government construction sector supports reliable demand for skilled elevator constructors, offering strong career prospects for program completers.
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 Oklahoma
Elevator Constructors in Oklahoma are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Oklahoma Department of Labor, Elevator Safety Division.
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