Elevator Construction Apprentice

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.

Local 19 - Seattle, WA

2264 15th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119

• Applications will be taken from 09/01/2026 at 9:00 AM PST until the 500th application is taken or 09/18/2026 at 5:00 PM PST, whichever occurs first.
• All applications must be completed by 09/19/2026 at 5:00 PM PST to be accepted for processing
• Please note: APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 09/01/2026
• Applications are not accepted at the address above
  *Please note: Aptitude testing will be conducted, tentatively, the week of October 5, 2026. All testing and interviews will be conducted in person. Please plan accordingly.

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:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• 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 September 19th 2026 by 5:00 PM PST*

*Please note: APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 09/01/2026

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.