Trades in Alberta
On this page:
- Apprenticeship Education Program
- Trades Qualifier Program
- Employment in the Trade
Elevator Constructor
Elevator constructors install, modify, service and repair electric and hydraulic elevators, personnel and man-hoists, moving walkways, stagelifts, escalators and related equipment. Elevator constructors may specialize in construction, maintenance or repair work.
4-Period Apprenticeship Program
Compulsory Certification
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Apprenticeship Education Program
Apprenticeship blends hands-on work experience with classroom learning, so you can build skills, knowledge, and a career all at once.
Credential
- Certificate of Achievement
Certification
- Journeyperson Certificate
Program Requirements
- 4 periods (levels)
- All periods:
- 1800 hours work experience per period
- Apprenticeship training provided by the Canadian Elevator Industry Educational Program (CEIEP) is the only training presently recognized.
- Theory exam required
- Each period designed to take ~1 year
- Up to 18 months allowed between each requirement
Classroom Instruction
- Apprenticeship training provided by the Canadian Elevator Industry Educational Program (CEIEP) is the only training presently recognized.
- See the Recognized Programs section for information on how to access CEIEP training in Alberta.
- Entrance requirements:
- English 20-2, Math 20-3, and Science 10
- or GED/CAEC
- or Entrance Exam
On-the-Job Instruction
- 1800 hours in all periods
- Sponsorship agreement required to earn hours.
- Must be completed with a qualified mentor.
- Demonstrate competence in activities outlined in the record book to receive credit.
Exams
- Theory exam required to complete each period
High School Credit
Recognized Programs
- Recognized programs offered by:
- International Union of Elevator Constructors (Local 122 and 130)
Trades Qualifier Program
If you have experience in the trade without an Alberta Journeyperson Certificate, the Trades Qualifier Program is your pathway to qualify.
Work Experience Program
- Complete 72 months and 10800 hours of verifiable Elevator Constructor work experience.
- Pass a theory exam.
- Provide an Employer Declaration Letter (EDL).
Recognized Credentials Program
- Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.
- Pass a theory exam.
Employment in the Trade
As a designated trade under the Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act, employed individuals or those employing tradespeople must meet certain regulated standards.
Restricted Activities
- Specific tasks and function within the trade may only be performed by authorized individuals.
Authorized Individuals
- To perform restricted activities, you must be:
- a registered apprentice or
- a certified journeyperson or
- hold a recognized trade certificate.
Apprentice-to-Mentor Ratio
- Employers may employ two apprentices for every one assigned mentor (2:1).
- AEITP Regulation (open.alberta.ca)
Recognized Credentials
- If you hold a recognized trade certificate from outside of Alberta, you are authorized to work in the full scope of the trade in Alberta.