How to become elevator and escalator installers and repairerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$109,910
25th–75th pct. $79,290–$135,720
Top pay (est.)
$206,600
Top 10% $158,890
Pay in 5 years
$129,500est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$152,700est.
$131,300–$177,200
Outlook score
71/100
★★★★☆ Good
AI replacement risk
16%
Very low
Job growth (10 yr)
+5.7%
1,900 openings / yr
How to become elevator and escalator installers and repairers
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Apprenticeship
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Controlling Machines and ProcessesPerforming General Physical ActivitiesRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentRepairing and Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with StandardsDrafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsUpdating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Important abilities
Extent FlexibilityOral ComprehensionNear VisionVisualizationProblem SensitivityOral Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 3 — medium preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as elevator and escalator installers and repairers
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.