KENTUCKY · elevator-constructor
Elevator Mechanic
Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Division of ElevatorsScope of Work
A Kentucky Elevator Mechanic license authorizes an individual to construct, install, alter, service, repair, or maintain elevators and related conveyances regulated by the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. License is required to work as an elevator mechanic; helpers and apprentices are exempt. Source: KRS 198B.4009 (https://law.justia.com/codes/kentucky/2013/chapter-198b/section-198b.4009/).
Experience and Training
Applicants must have at least thirty-six (36) months of work experience in the elevator industry. Source: KRS 198B.4013 (https://www.lawserver.com/law/state/kentucky/ky-statutes/kentucky_statutes_198b-4013) and 815 KAR 4:030 (https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/titles/815/004/030/).
Exam
A written, oral, or computerized examination is required.
Renewal
Initial license application fee is $96 for a 12-month license. Source: Kentucky DHBC Elevator Mechanic License Application (https://dhbc.ky.gov/Documents/KHBC_EV-4%20-%20Elevator%20Mechanic%20License%20Application%20-%20CLEAN%2011.1.18.pdf). Editor must verify renewal cycle and continuing-education hours from 815 KAR 4:030 before public launch.
Verified May 1, 2026 · compiled from public sources, verify current rules with Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction — Division of Elevators before acting