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 taken from 06/16/2026 at 9:00 AM until the 500th application is received or by 5:00pm on 07/02/2026 whichever comes first
• All applications must be completed by 07/03/2026 at 5 PM to be accepted for processing
  

***Please note: APPLY BUTTON will be available when Application period begins on 06/16/26

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:

• 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.

Class Date

Applications will be taken from 06/16/2026 at 9:00 AM through 07/02/2026 at 5:00 PM

Location

1900 Cross Beam Drive Charlotte, NC Charlotte, NC