What's Being Discussed

Roll call and opening: The board will confirm attendance and officially open the meeting.
Meeting minutes: The board will review and approve minutes from its July 24, 2026 meeting.
Licensing applications: The board will consider applications from individuals seeking to work in the elevator industry, including:

Ten applicants for Elevator Mechanic Apprentice registration
One applicant for a full Elevator Mechanic license
Ratification of licenses already issued to three people who passed their exam, four people awaiting their exam, and three apprentice permits recently issued

Next meeting date: The board will note its next scheduled meeting on March 5, 2027.

Decisions Expected

Approval or denial of apprentice registrations and an elevator mechanic license for named applicants
Formal ratification of licenses and permits already administratively issued
Approval of the July 2026 meeting minutes

Who Should Pay Attention

Individuals named in the agenda who applied for an elevator mechanic or apprentice license in Hawaii
Anyone working in or entering the elevator repair and installation industry in Hawaii
Members of the public interested in professional licensing decisions made by the state

This meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person in Honolulu, via Zoom, or by phone. Public testimony is limited to five minutes per agenda item. Written testimony may be submitted to elevator_mechs@dcca.hawaii.gov.