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Obtain an: Elevator Agency Helper Card

All new license applications are required to be submitted online through DOB NOW Licensing. Read the related Service Notice for more information.

NOTE: The Licensing & Exams Unit will not be accepting any walk-in transactions, or paper applications for this process.

STEP 1: Applying for the Card

To obtain an Elevator Agency Helper card, you must meet the following qualifications:

Be at least eighteen (18) years old

Be able to read and write the English language

Be fit to perform the work authorized by the particular license

STEP 2: Submitting Required Documents

For step by step instructions on how to file a new elevator license application, please view the links below.

Pay Elevator Director/ Inspector Exam Fee Step by Step Guide

New Elevator License Application Step by Step Guide

Elevator Business Approval Application Step by Step Guide

Full training presentations on how to use DOB NOW Licensing for Elevator Licenses:

Elevator Helpers & Technicians Training Presentation

DOB NOW: Licensing – Elevator Helpers & Technicians Webinar

To become an Elevator Agency Helper, you must submit the documents listed below as scanned PDFs via the DOB NOW Portal. Applicants that do not currently have an eFiling account will need to create an account by completing the registration form.

Submit these documents:

LIC2-EL Application

Elevator Worker Attestation Form

Current Photo ID (Driver’s license, State ID, permit, green card or passport)

Child Support Certification Form

Original Social Security Card

Registration Issuance Fee – $50.00 payable within the DOB NOW Portal

STEP 3: Obtaining Your Registration Card

Once all documentation has been submitted and approved, you will be able to schedule an appointment within the DOB NOW Portal to take picture and receive the Elevator Agency Helper card.

Due to the expected high volume of applicants, new card holders will receive a link to a downloadable version of the card until applicants are able to receive appointments to get a physical card.

Helpful Links

Printable Version

NEW Elevator License Requirements FAQs

Check Elevator Agency Licensee Status (use Licensees Search, no Log In required)