NEW HAMPSHIRE CAREER DATA PROFILE

Elevator Mechanic Career Guide in New Hampshire

Explore elevator mechanic salary, licensing requirements, training pathways, apprenticeships, job outlook, and career opportunities in New Hampshire.

Last reviewed Reviewed by Career In Trades Editorial Team

Elevator Mechanic in New Hampshire Snapshot
Median Salary $106,580
Training Time 4 Years Apprenticeship
Job Growth Not published (2024–2034)
License Required

How to Become an Elevator Mechanic in New Hampshire

A paid elevator apprenticeship can provide supervised experience and classroom instruction. New Hampshire law describes a two-year in-state supervised-experience route and an out-of-state credential-and-experience route.

Note: Training pathways vary by employer, program sponsor, and licensing category. Classroom education may provide useful technical preparation, but it does not automatically replace supervised work experience unless the applicable licensing authority specifically allows that credit.

Elevator Mechanic Salary in New Hampshire

State-specific wage data is not currently displayed for elevator mechanic workers in New Hampshire. The salary figure shown on this page uses the national median wage reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It is not a guaranteed starting salary.

Actual earnings may vary by experience, license level, metropolitan area, employer, industry, overtime, and union agreement.

OFFICIAL REGULATORY SOURCE

Licensing Authority for Elevator Mechanics in New Hampshire

New Hampshire Department of Labor — Inspection Division

Official Website: https://www.nh.gov/labor/inspection/elevators-lifts.htm

License Types:

  • Elevator Mechanic
  • Accessibility Lift Mechanic

Authority Notes:

RSA 157-B:8-a sets out experience and examination provisions for mechanics. An accessibility-lift credential has a different scope from an elevator-mechanic credential.

Note: Licensing rules, fees, examinations, exemptions, and renewal requirements may change. Applicants should verify current requirements directly with the authority listed above before beginning work, applying for an examination, or enrolling in a training program.

CAREER PREPARATION

Elevator Mechanic Training Requirements in New Hampshire

1Registered Apprenticeship
2Trade or Technical School
3Employer Training

New Hampshire requires an elevator mechanic license for covered elevator work. Candidates may qualify through documented supervised in-state experience or an eligible out-of-state credential and experience, followed by the required examination.

  • Train in electrical systems, mechanics, elevator controls, and safety.
  • Document qualifying experience under a licensed mechanic where applicable.
  • Pass the examination required by the New Hampshire Department of Labor.
  • Confirm the current application and renewal rules before practicing independently.
EDUCATION DIRECTORY

Elevator Mechanic Training Providers in New Hampshire

Provider City Program Website
Manchester Community College Manchester View Program
Nashua Community College Nashua View Program
Great Bay Community College Portsmouth View Program
Lakes Region Community College Laconia View Program

Note: Program availability, admission requirements, tuition, and credit toward licensing requirements may change. Verify current details directly with the provider and the applicable state licensing authority before enrolling. Listings are informational and do not constitute rankings or endorsements.

PAID TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Elevator Mechanic Apprenticeship Programs in New Hampshire

Elevator Constructor Apprenticeship

Organization: NEIEP / IUEC

Program Website

Certified Elevator Technician Apprenticeship

Organization: NAEC / participating employer

Program Website

Elevator Field Vocational Training

Organization: Schindler

Program Website

Elevator Early-Career Apprenticeship Pathway

Organization: TK Elevator

Program Website

STATE AND LOCAL RULES

Elevator Mechanic Licensing Requirements in New Hampshire

New Hampshire licenses elevator and accessibility-lift mechanics through the Department of Labor. The elevator mechanic pathway includes an examination and qualifying experience.

EMPLOYMENT PROJECTIONS

Elevator Mechanic Job Outlook in New Hampshire

Not published (2024–2034) Projected Employment Growth
2024 - 2034 Projection Period

O*NET does not currently publish a New Hampshire 2024–2034 projection or annual openings figure for this occupation.

Note: State employment projections may use a different base period from national BLS projections. Projected growth is an estimate rather than a guarantee of employment, and local demand may vary by metropolitan area, industry, construction activity, and employer investment.

CAREER QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the elevator mechanic salary in New Hampshire?

A state-specific median wage for elevator mechanics in New Hampshire is not currently displayed. The national median shown on this page is approximately $106,580 per year, based on May 2024 occupational wage data. Actual earnings vary by experience, license level, location, employer, overtime, and industry.

Does New Hampshire require elevator mechanic licensing?

Yes. New Hampshire requires individuals performing regulated, non-exempt elevator mechanic work to hold the appropriate license or credential. Applicants should verify the current license category, experience, examination, and renewal requirements with New Hampshire Department of Labor — Inspection Division.

How long does it take to become an elevator mechanic in New Hampshire?

The time required depends on the license pathway and training program. A typical training pathway takes approximately 4 Years Apprenticeship, although licensing, apprenticeship, and employer requirements may differ.

Are elevator mechanics in demand in New Hampshire?

Demand for elevator mechanic workers in New Hampshire varies by metropolitan area, industry, construction activity, and employer investment. State employment projections are estimates rather than guarantees of employment.

DATA TRANSPARENCY

Career Data Sources

State wage, employment outlook, and licensing information is reviewed using government and official regulatory sources. Data and requirements may change after publication.

  1. May 2024 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates — U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. May 2024 State OEWS
  2. New Hampshire Wages for Elevator Mechanic (SOC 47-4021) — O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor. New Hampshire Elevator Mechanic Wages
  3. New Hampshire Elevator Mechanic Employment Trends — O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor. New Hampshire Elevator Mechanic Employment Trends
  4. New Hampshire Department of Labor — Inspection Division — Licensing authority. New Hampshire Department of Labor — Inspection Division
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