Washington Temporary Elevator Mechanic License (09)
The Temporary Elevator Mechanic License (09) allows you to:
- Perform the following work on the conveyances in the category for which the license is sought:
- Installation
- Alteration
- Maintenance
- Inspection
- Relocation
- Decommission
- Removal
- Repair
How to Get the Temporary Elevator Mechanic License (09) in Washington?
- Complete 75% of the education and experience requirements
- Reach out to the Labor & Industries Department to obtain the license
The Temporary Elevator Mechanic (Category 09) license is usually given to elevator trainees or apprentices enrolled in a qualifying program, qualified, out-of-state, licensed mechanics working temporarily in Washington, and qualified mechanics who are waiting on their permanent credentials to be approved by L&I. These licenses may be restricted to a specific conveyance or a geographical area. Note that a licensed elevator contractor must certify the licensee's qualifications and competency to obtain the license and that his license is only valid for a year, after which it may be renewed.
