Elevator Mechanic License Details


Elevator Mechanic License

General Info - Statewide License


This Maryland license, as issued by the Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation, allows an individual to work on the interior of an elevator involving the removal or installation of the nonstructural surface of the elevator’s wall, ceiling, floor, rail, or handle as long as the work does not affect the elevator’s moving operation.


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    Approval time

  • $200.00

    Application cost

Obtaining the License

Ready to get your license? - Steps, Requirements, and Documents

  1. 3 years of experience engaged in elevator renovation and passage of an exam with a score of at least 70%.

  2. Employment verification form and copy of W2 forms.

  3. Copy of completion of approved apprenticeship and training council program.

Apply for the License

Maintaining Your License

Renewal and maintenance -

Maintaining your License (aka Related forms/requirements to maintain License/stay in good standing)

  1. Complete renewal application.

  2. Pay renewal fee

  3. Completion of at least 8 hours of continuing professional competency prior to submitting renewal application. Continuing professional competency providers can be found at here.

Agency/Contact

License Issuer - Information

Who issues the license?

Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation dllr.maryland.gov

Contact Information

Sean Heeter

Email: sean.heeter@maryland.gov

Tel: (410) 230-6196 / Fax: (410) 244-0977

Work hours:

Purpose

Why the License is required?

The Maryland Elevator Safety Review Board licenses and regulates individuals who engage in the business of erecting, constructing, wiring, altering, replacing, maintaining, repairing, dismantling, or servicing elevators, dumbwaiters, escalators, and moving walks. The Board investigates complaints against licensees as well as complaints related to unlicensed practice. The Board may issue a reprimand, suspend or revoke a license and/or assess a civil penalty up to $5,000 for violations of the law and regulations.


Legal Authority

What laws and regulations give Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation the legal authority to issue this approval?