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Install, maintain, and repair elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. One of the highest-paid trade careers — median salary exceeds $90K with union membership common.
$72,000
Lower reported wage
$106,580
Median
$149,250
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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Create free account →BLS says nearly all workers learn through apprenticeship and most states require a license. [1]
Search CareerOneStop by occupation and state, then confirm the rules with the issuing agency. Coverage is incomplete; an empty result does not mean no license is required.
About license data coverageAsk about apprentice wages and progression; paid apprenticeships are the usual route.
U.S. career guide. Program, employer, and state requirements can differ.
BLS 'Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers' (47-4021). Median $106,580 — highest-paying construction trade without college degree. Heavily unionized (IUEC).
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A related major can be preparation; it does not by itself qualify you for the career.
Relevant technical preparation; verify connection to an actual apprenticeship. [1]
Install, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair elevators and escalators. [1]
Construction sites, shafts, machine rooms, and occupied buildings. [1]
Usually full time; repairers may be on call or work overtime. [1]
Heights, cramped spaces, and moving equipment require strict safety habits. [1]
Experience may lead to specialist, mechanic, or supervisory roles. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.