1. (1) The Division may issue a temporary license when:

   1. (a) a licensed elevator contractor notifies the Division that the contractor cannot find a licensed elevator mechanic to perform the work of erecting, constructing, installing, altering, servicing, repairing, or maintaining an elevator, which is confirmed by the Division;
   2. (b) the contractor requests the Division to issue a temporary elevator mechanic license to an individual;
   3. (c) the individual submits an application for temporary licensure accompanied by the appropriate application fee; and
   4. (d) the contractor certifies that the individual has completed 3,550 hours of training that meets the requirements of Section R156-55e-302a.
2. (2) The expiration date of the temporary license shall be the expected duration of the shortage of licensed elevator mechanics, but shall not exceed 180 days.
3. (3) A temporary license may be renewed if a shortage of elevator mechanics is ongoing on the expiration date of the license, but shall not exceed 180 days.

KEY: elevator mechanics, licensing

Date of Last Change: May 1, 2026

Notice of Continuation: June 26, 2025

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 58-1-106(1)(a); 58-1-202(1)(a); 58-55-101; 58-55-308(1)(a); 58-55-

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