Elevator Installer / Ohio
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Ohio Elevator Installer License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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Installs and maintains elevators and escalators.

What the Ohio data shows for Elevator Installers

Becoming a licensed elevator installer in Ohio means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 6,054 training hours, a passing score on State Elevator Mechanic Exam, and 4 years of supervised work experience, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Ohio regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Apprenticeship Program".

Upfront cost is $204, with renewal running $178 on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 8-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

On reciprocity, elevator installers should know: Not typically reciprocal — state-specific.

Licensing Ease Score

F
Licensing Ease Score
22/100
Elevator Installer · Ohio

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
6,054 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$204
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$89/yr
$178 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 Ohio

Education / Training Hours
Apprenticeship Program
6,054 hours
Exam Requirement
State Elevator Mechanic Exam
Required
Initial License Fee
$204
Renewal Fee
$178
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 Ohio licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Elevator Installer in Ohio? ▼
In Ohio, the license path calls for 6054 education/training hours, a passing score on State Elevator Mechanic Exam, and a $204 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as an Elevator Installer in Ohio? ▼
Certification as an elevator installer in Ohio means clearing the state's checklist: 6054 hours of education plus 4 years of work experience, and a passing exam score. The Ohio licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Elevator Installer license to Ohio from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for elevator installers nationally works like this: Not typically reciprocal — state-specific. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Ohio. Verify the specifics with the Ohio licensing board.
Does Ohio require a background check for Elevator Installer licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for elevator installer licensing in Ohio. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Elevator Installer in Ohio? ▼
Licensed elevator installers in Ohio must complete 8 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $178.

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

  • See how Ohio'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 Ohio's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Ohio overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Ohio 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.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.