Program Details:

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.

• Applications will be available beginning November 16th, 2026, at 9:00 AM MST until the 150th application is requested or November 29th, 2026, at 5:00 PM MST, whichever comes first.
• There will be locations in Albuquerque and EL Paso and EIAT will take place in both locations
• Completed applications must be submitted by November 30th, 2026 5:00pm MST
• Applications are not accepted at the address above

*Please note: APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 11/16/26

FEES: $25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE fee is required to submit your application 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.

**Please note APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 11/16/2026

Class Date

Application process starts 11/16/2026 to 11/29/2026

Location

2835 Pan American PKY, NE STE F, Albuquerque, NM 87107 and 7618 Boeing Dr. Suite D El Paso Texas 79925