Elevator Constructor Apprenticeship

Company: National Elevator Industry Educational Program
Location: Richmond
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Are you someone who wants to work with your hands? Who enjoys complex machinery? Have you always wanted to join a workforce with a strong union and amazing benefits? Welcome to the International Union of Elevator Constructors. Applying to apprentice with union elevator constructors is an opportunity to work hard, learn while you earn, and enter a stable and reliable career without a college degree or any prior training. LOCATION: 8052 Elm Drive Suite N Mechanicsville, VA 23111 Local 51 - Richmond, VA This recruitment is for the Richmond, VA primary/bench of Local 51, which includes the outlying areas as well Applications will be available beginning February 3rd, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST until the 400th application is requested or February 26th, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, whichever comes first. Completed applications must be submitted by February 27th, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST * Please note: APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 02/03/26 FEES: You will be required to pay the $25 non-refundable fee and upload proof of education at the time of completing your application. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be at least 17 years of age to apply and 18 years of age to be registered by the Local Joint Apprenticeship Committee. . Applicants shall be a high school graduate or provide proof of equivalent educational attainment such as completion of the General Education Development (GED) tests. Each applicant shall submit (upload), with the completed application, a high school transcript, or high school diploma, or an official report of GED test results. APTITUDE: All applicants shall pass an examination designed to test the applicant’s reading, math skills, and aptitude for employment in the elevator industry. TOOL ASSESSMENT: Applicants will also take a Tool Assessment designed to assess knowledge of basic tools and their use, as well as basic measuring skills. PHYSICAL: Be capable of performing the physical requirements of the job without posing a threat to the health and safety of themselves or others. * Upon selection, pass a drug test. (Paid by the employer). * A photo I.D. must be presented during the application process. * If you have ever accepted a job as an apprentice in the IUEC you may NOT apply to this recruitment. Completed applications must be submitted by February 27th, 2026 5:00pm EST Disclaimer: The Elevator Industry will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. The Elevator Industry will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30. The Elevator Constructors are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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