What is the salary of a Elevator and Escalator Installer and Repairer?

The typical salary range is $74,606 - $149,212 per year.

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Elevator and Escalator Installer and Repairer

Operational-level

Also known as: Accessibility and Private Residence Lift Technician (Accessibility and Private Residence Lift Tech), Accessibility Lift Technician (Accessibility Lift Tech), Building Serviceman, Contract Serviceman

ConstructionBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Assemble, install, repair, or maintain electric or hydraulic freight or passenger elevators, escalators, or dumbwaiters.

Elevator TechnologyVertical TransportationElectrical SystemsHydraulicsConstructionMaintenanceSkilled TradesTechnicalBuildingSkilled Trade

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

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Future Perspective

Stable Job Market

This field maintains steady employment levels with consistent demand. Job opportunities remain available with moderate competition.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will primarily augment, rather than replace, elevator and escalator installers and repairers by enhancing predictive maintenance and diagnostic capabilities. Technicians will increasingly leverage AI-powered systems to anticipate failures and pinpoint issues faster, making their work more efficient and data-driven, focusing on complex physical repairs and system integration.

Salary

$74,606 - $149,212 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position