Elevator Installer / Maine
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Maine Elevator Installer License Requirements

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Installs and maintains elevators and escalators.

What the Maine data shows for Elevator Installers

Maine sets the entry bar for elevator installers at 4,108 training hours and a passing score on State Elevator Mechanic Exam, with 4 years of supervised work experience expected. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Maine's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Apprenticeship Program".

Upfront cost is $58, with renewal running $57 on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 8 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: Not typically reciprocal — state-specific.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
46/100
Elevator Installer · Maine

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
4,108 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A
$58
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$29/yr
$57 every 2 years
Continuing Education B+
4.0 hrs/yr
8 hours every 2 years
Experience Required F
4 years
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Maine

Education / Training Hours
Apprenticeship Program
4,108 hours
Exam Requirement
State Elevator Mechanic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$58
Renewal Fee
$57
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
8 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years
Work Experience Required
4 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Maine licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Elevator Installer in Maine? ▼
Maine's requirements cover 4108 hours of education or training, the State Elevator Mechanic Exam exam, and an initial fee of $58. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Elevator Installer in Maine? ▼
To become a licensed elevator installer in Maine, you must meet the state's requirements including 4108 hours of education and 4 years of work experience. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Maine licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Elevator Installer license to Maine from another state? ▼
For elevator installers, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Not typically reciprocal — state-specific. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Maine licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Maine require a background check for Elevator Installer licensing? ▼
Yes, Maine requires a criminal background check as part of the elevator installer licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Elevator Installer in Maine? ▼
Maine ties continued elevator installer licensure to 8 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $57 renewal fee.

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What to do with this elevator installer license

Elevator Installer in Maine, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an elevator installer-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Maine's elevator installer requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Elevator Installer in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state elevator installer license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Maine's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Maine overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Maine licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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