If you want to work with elevators, you can be an elevator mechanic or technician, an installer, or an inspector. All of these positions ensure that elevators work properly and follow all construction regulations. An installer puts the elevator car in the shaft and connects the cables to the pulley. A technician or mechanic troubleshoots and conducts maintenance on the elevator when issues arise, working with mechanical or electronic problems. An inspector periodically comes to look at the elevator car, the shaft, the doors, and the pulley and cable system to ensure the elevator maintains its structural integrity and stays up to code.

If you are interested in a Elevatorjob, here are some kinds of positions to explore for this type of work with open positions on ZipRecruiter.

High Paying Elevator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Elevator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

Director Elevator
Salary range: $80,000 - $157,000
A director is a low-level executive in a company or organization that is responsible for a particular project, region, or division. A director of a company is employed to manage the day-to-day business activities of a group or division within an organization. There are different types of directors, but they are all tasked with leading others and meeting the goals of the organization. Directors plan, execute and manage to reach a goal. For example, the sales director would oversee the sales for a particular product or area. An HR director would be tasked with screening applicants and hiring the right candidates, making sure to comply with all employment laws and settling any personnel issues.
Full Time Elevator
Salary range: $48,000 - $94,000
Full-time employment hours are generally determined by the employer. There is no single universal definition; however, various laws and policies govern different types of eligibility and statuses. For example, the Fair Labor Standards Act does not define full-time employment but does require overtime pay after 40 hours of work in a workweek for non-exempt employees. The Affordable Care Act, in determining Applicable Large Employers, defines full-time employees as those working an average of at least 30 hours per week, or 130 hours a month. The H-1B Visa Program defines full-time as 40 hours per week, normally, and in no event would less than 35 hours per week be considered to be full-time employment. In practice, full-time employment is typically between 32 and 40 hours per week.
Elevator Manager
Salary range: $51,500 - $80,000
Managers supervise a team of people; they establish goals, assign tasks, and measure progress. The specific responsibilities of someone in a management position will vary based on the company and industry they work in, but their primary responsibilities remain largely the same. Managers monitor the accomplishments of their staff, focusing on the overall goals of the department. They work with Human Resources to determine and address staffing needs, coordinate and delegate responsibilities, check employee performance, and provide additional training and direction when necessary.
Executive Elevator
Salary range: $50,000 - $75,000
The different types of executive jobs include upper- and senior-level management as well as the C-suite—the highest levels of senior management. The C-suite executives have the word “chief” at the beginning of their titles: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operating Officer (COO), and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) are the most common. Companies with a heavy reliance on information technology may also have a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Other executive jobs include vice president and director of various departments.
Elevator Apprentice
Salary range: $38,000 - $52,500
To become an elevator apprentice, you typically need at least a high school diploma or GED certificate. Taking classes in mechanical drawing, shop, and math is beneficial when applying to apprenticeships. You can find elevator apprenticeship programs through a union, individual contractor, or industry association. These apprenticeships typically last four years and provide hands-on experience as well as education on safety standards, applied physics, elevator components, electrical and digital theory, and blueprints. Additional qualifications include physical strength and stamina, troubleshooting skills, and basic mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
Internship Elevator
Salary range: $30,000 - $40,500
An Internship is a position within your desired field that pays little or no money but offers you the opportunity to gain real-world experience. This may set you apart for your future job search. Generally, Internships are almost expected by employers on an entry-level candidate’s resume. You are much more of an asset to an employer if you have some work experience.
Entry Level Elevator
Salary range: $34,000 - $40,000
Entry-level jobs are positions that do not require any previous experience in the role. Most entry-level jobs are aimed at high school or college graduates as a starting point for a future career goal. A college student may have majored in their ideal career field, but will still need to start in an entry-level position to train in a real-world environment. Some students move from internships into entry-level jobs, but most entry-level jobs do not expect a candidate to have any prior employment or on-site training.
Union Elevator
Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000
The required qualifications to get a union elevator job include experience, education, or a degree in elevator repair and union membership. You can learn the skills necessary for a career in elevator repair through an apprenticeship. The local elevator repair union may offer apprenticeship opportunities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, apprenticeships include at least 144 hours of classroom instruction and at least 2,000 hours of paid training at elevator installation or repair job sites. Some states require a license to work in elevator jobs. You can earn certification from the National Association of Elevator Contractors.
Elevator From Home
Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000
Elevator From Home is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Elevator From Home jobs pay between $34,500 (25th percentile) and $38,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Elevator From Home job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Temp Elevator
Salary range: $34,500 - $38,000
Temp Elevator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Temp Elevator jobs pay between $34,500 (25th percentile) and $38,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Temp Elevator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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