Job requirements Elevator Constructor-mechanic in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as an elevator constructor-mechanic in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Elevator constructors and mechanics (NOC 72406).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.
  • Completion of a four- to five-year apprenticeship program or a combination of over four years of work experience in the trade and some high school, college or industry courses in elevator construction or repair is usually required to be eligible for trade certification.
  • Elevator constructor and mechanic trade certification is compulsory in Quebec and Alberta and available, but voluntary, in British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification and/or license from a regulatory authority (or become registered as an apprentice) before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification and/or licensing process.

Get your foreign credentials recognized in Canada

If you are a newcomer and want to work in a regulated job, you must have your training, education or work experience from another country assessed. This shows if your qualifications are recognized in Canada. This process is called foreign credential recognition.

The steps to get a license or certification are different in each province or territory. You will need to contact the regulatory authority where you want to work to learn what to do.

Did you know?

Getting your qualifications recognized and obtaining a professional license or certification in Canada can take time, money, and effort. If you need help, you can:

Alberta

Job title Elevator Mechanics

British Columbia

Job title Elevator Device Operator
Regulated
Regulatory body: Technical Saftey BC

Manitoba

Job title Elevator Mechanic

Nova Scotia

Job title Elevator Construction Mechanic (Elevator Mechanic)

Ontario

Job title Elevating Devices Mechanic
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades Ontario

Prince Edward Island

Job title Elevator Construction Mechanic

Québec

Job title Elevator Mechanic (construction)
Regulated
Job title Elevator Mechanic
Job title Elevating Device Mechanic

Saskatchewan

Job title Elevator Contractor
Regulated

Yukon

Job title Elevator And Fixed Conveyances

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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