Construction / Elevator Mechanic Continuing Education / Texas
- Texas
- Elevator Mechanic CE
- Elevator Contractor
- Updated Oct 2026
Texas Elevator Mechanic Continuing Education: Hours, Deadline and Approved Courses
Texas elevator contractor designated responsible parties need 8 hours of TDLR-approved continuing education before each yearly renewal, due on the anniversary of the registration’s issue date.
Last updated October 28, 2026 from Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requirements
Hours per cycle
8 hrs
Required each year for each designated responsible party
Cycle
1 year
Texas elevator contractor registrations expire every year
Deadline
Issue date anniversary
Issued April 4 expires April 4 the next year
Online allowed?
Yes, all hours
TDLR-approved online CE courses count
Who needs CE
Who needs continuing education for a Texas elevator license?
To renew a Texas Elevator Contractor registration each year with TDLR, each designated Responsible Party on the registration must complete 8 hours of TDLR-approved continuing education. Texas registers elevator contractors and inspectors at the state level rather than issuing a separate individual elevator mechanic license.
CE applies to
- Designated Responsible Parties for Registered Elevator Contractors
Exemptions
- A newly designated Responsible Party added within the 12 months preceding the contractor’s renewal is exempt for that first renewal under 16 TAC §74.25
Texas elevator mechanic CE at a glance
Texas elevator mechanic renewal, one box
| Renewed with | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) |
| CE required? | Yes, for elevator contractor responsible parties |
| Hours per cycle | 8 hrs |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Required topics | Health & Safety Code Ch. 754, 16 TAC Ch. 74, ethics/business practices, or §74.100 technical rules |
| Online allowed? | Yes, all hours |
| Deadline | Anniversary of your issue date |
| Who reports | CE provider reports electronically within 7 days |
| Carryover | No |
| Grace period | None to operate; late renewal up to 18 months with penalty |
| Renewal fee | $115 |
| Last updated | October 28, 2026 |
Hours
How many CE hours does a Texas elevator license need?
Each designated Responsible Party for a Texas elevator contractor needs 8 hours of TDLR-approved continuing education before each yearly renewal. Under 16 TAC §74.25, courses must cover one or more of four approved subject areas.
| Class | Total | Required topics | Electives | Delivery limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevator Contractor (Responsible Party) | 8 hrs | Texas Health & Safety Code Ch. 754 Subchapter B, 16 TAC Ch. 74, ethics/business practices, or §74.100 technical requirements | Any combination of the 4 approved topic areas | Yes, all 8 hrs allowed online via TDLR-approved providers |
Deadline
When is the Texas elevator license renewal deadline?
Texas elevator contractor registrations expire every year on the anniversary of the issue date. A registration issued April 4, for example, expires April 4 the next year. The designated Responsible Party must finish all 8 hours during the active 1-year term before you renew.
| Deadline rule | Anniversary of your registration issue date |
| Cycle | 1 year |
| Grace period | None to perform elevator contractor work while expired; late renewal up to 18 months |
| Late penalty | 1.5x renewal fee ($172.50) up to 90 days late; 2x fee ($230) from 91 days to 18 months |
| CE completion deadline | Within your active 1-year registration term before you submit your renewal |
Steps
How to renew a Texas elevator license, step by step
- Take approved CEBefore your deadline
Have each designated Responsible Party complete 8 hours of TDLR-approved elevator CE before the registration anniversary. - Get your certificateSame day
Save the certificate of completion you get when you finish and keep it for at least 2 years. - Confirm it’s reportedWithin 7 days
Your TDLR-registered CE provider must report your completed hours electronically within 7 days. Check the TDLR CE lookup to confirm completion is on file. - Pay the renewal fee$115 fee
Submit the contractor renewal application, proof of insurance and $115 fee to TDLR. - Check your license statusAfter renewal
Look up your registration with TDLR to confirm the new expiration date.
Providers
Approved Texas elevator license CE providers
We haven’t compared CE providers for this license yet. Use the board’s approved provider list to confirm a course counts before you pay.
Approval
How to check a Texas elevator mechanic CE course is approved
Under 16 TAC §74.25 and Chapter 59, only TDLR-approved courses offered by TDLR-registered providers count toward the 8-hour requirement.
- Confirm the provider and course number are approved by TDLR for elevator CE.
- Check that the course totals 8 hours and covers Health & Safety Code Ch. 754, 16 TAC Ch. 74, ethics or §74.100 technical requirements.
- Keep the course details with your certificate for at least 2 years.
Reporting
How Texas elevator mechanic CE is reported, and what happens in an audit
Under 16 TAC Chapter 59, your TDLR-registered CE provider must electronically report course completions to TDLR within 7 days. You then submit the contractor renewal to TDLR.
- Print or save your certificate of completion and keep it for 2 years.
- Confirm your hours are on file in TDLR’s online CE lookup before renewing.
- Keep your certificate in case TDLR audits your registration.
Cost
How much does Texas elevator license renewal cost?
| Item | Fee | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Elevator Contractor renewal fee | $115 | TDLR |
| Late renewal (up to 90 days) | $172.50 | TDLR |
| Late renewal (91 days to 18 months) | $230 | TDLR |
| CE course (8 hours) | Varies by provider | CE provider |
Fees from 16 TAC §74.80 and the TDLR Elevators, Escalators and Related Equipment fee schedule, checked October 2026.
Late or lapsed
Late, expired or inactive Texas elevator license
An elevator contractor may not operate in Texas while its registration is expired. TDLR allows late renewal for up to 18 months with a scaled late fee.
Grace period & late fees
There is no grace period to work while expired. Renewing 1 to 90 days late costs $172.50 (1.5x the $115 fee); renewing 91 days to 18 months late costs $230 (2x the fee).
Makeup CE
Each designated Responsible Party must still complete the 8 required hours within the 1-year period prior to a late renewal application.
Expired over 18 months
Registrations expired 18 months to 3 years require an Executive Director request. At 3 years or more, you must apply for a new registration.
Who controls
Who controls Texas elevator license renewal?
Renewal authority
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
920 Colorado St., Austin, TX 78701
Phone: (800) 803-9202 or (512) 463-6599
Website: tdlr.texas.gov/elevator
Responsibilities
- Issues and renews Texas elevator contractor and inspector registrations
- Sets the 8-hour yearly CE requirement for designated responsible parties under 16 TAC §74.25
- Approves elevator CE courses and providers
Getting licensed
Getting licensed
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FAQ
Texas elevator license CE FAQs
How many CE hours does a Texas elevator contractor need?
Each designated Responsible Party for an elevator contractor needs 8 hours of TDLR-approved CE before each yearly renewal.
When is the deadline?
Your registration expires on the anniversary of the date it was issued, every year.
Can I take CE online?
Yes. TDLR-approved online courses count toward all 8 hours.
Who reports my hours?
Your TDLR-registered CE provider reports your completion electronically to TDLR within 7 days. Keep your certificate for at least 2 years.
Do hours carry over?
No. All 8 hours must be completed within the current 1-year registration period.
Sources
Official sources for Texas elevator mechanic CE rules
- TDLR Elevator Contractor Continuing Education
- TDLR Elevator Contractor Renewal
- Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 754, Subchapter B
- Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Chapter 74 & Chapter 59
Last updated October 28, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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