Elevator Mechanic

An elevator mechanic specializes in installing, maintaining, and repairing elevators, escalators, and other vertical transportation systems. They work in various settings, from residential buildings to high-rise structures, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of these complex mechanical systems. Elevator mechanics must have a strong understanding of electrical and hydraulic systems, be able to read technical schematics, and adhere to strict safety standards while working in potentially hazardous environments.
Estimated Pay
Hourly Pay: $24 - $68
Annual Pay: $49,920 - $141,440
The above estimates reflect pay for tradespeopls across all experience levels, from apprentice to journeymen. They also do not include additional compensation, such as retirement benefits and healthcare coverage.
About the Elevator Mechanics Unions
The International Union of Elevator Constructors (IUEC) is a specialized trade union representing workers who install, maintain, and repair elevators, escalators, moving walkways, and other types of vertical transportation systems. Founded in 1901, it's a relatively small but highly skilled union within the building trades. IUEC members, often referred to as elevator mechanics or constructors, perform a wide range of tasks related to vertical transportation. They install new elevator systems in buildings, which involves assembling and aligning complex mechanical and electrical components. This work requires expertise in hydraulics, electronics, and computerized control systems. Maintenance and repair form a significant part of their work. Elevator constructors perform regular inspections, troubleshoot issues, and conduct repairs on existing systems to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This can involve anything from minor adjustments to major overhauls of elevator machinery. The union also represents workers who modernize older elevator systems, updating them with newer technology to improve safety, energy efficiency, and performance. This often involves integrating advanced computerized controls and safety features into existing structures. IUEC members work in various settings, from residential buildings to skyscrapers, hospitals, shopping malls, and industrial facilities. Their work is critical for ensuring the safe vertical movement of people and goods in multi-story structures. The union places a strong emphasis on training and safety. Elevator construction is a potentially dangerous field, and the IUEC runs extensive apprenticeship programs to ensure its members are highly skilled and safety-conscious. These programs typically last several years and combine classroom instruction with on-the-job training. The IUEC advocates for fair wages, workplace safety, and comprehensive benefits for its members across the United States and Canada. Given the specialized nature of their work and the critical safety implications, the union plays a vital role in maintaining high standards in the elevator industry.
Elevator Mechanic Locals
Alabama

Birmingham, AL

Arkansas

North Little Rock, AR

California

San Francisco, CA

Glendora, CA

Florida

Jacksonville, FL

Tampa, FL

Pensacola, FL

Sanford, FL

Hollywood, FL

Iowa

Des Moines, IA

Illinois

Chicago Ridge, IL

Peoria, IL

Indiana

Indianapolis, IN

Kentucky

Louisville, KY

Massachusetts

Dorchester, MA

Springfield, MA

Maryland

Lanham, MD

Halethorpe, MD

Michigan

Detroit, MI

Lansing, MI

Minnesota

Little Canada, MN

Missouri

St. Louis, MO

Kansas City, MO

North Carolina

Hillsborough, NC

Charlotte, NC

New York

Long Island City, NY

Buffalo, NY

Rochester, NY

Albany, NY

Syracuse, NY

Poughkeepsie, NY

Ohio

Cincinnati, OH

Columbus, OH

Toledo, OH

Cleveland, OH

Kent, OH

Oklahoma

Broken Arrow, OK

Oklahoma City, OK

Oregon

Portland, OR

Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA

Harrisburg, PA

Pittsburgh, PA

Madison Township, PA

Tennessee

Memphis, TN

Goodlettsville, TN

Texas

Houston, TX

San Antonio, TX

Round Rock, TX

Arlington, TX

Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

Virginia

Virginia Beach, VA

Mechanicsville, VA

Wisconsin

New Berlin, WI

Madison, WI