How long does a career change to Lift Installer take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Lift Installer cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Lift Installer?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Lift Installer?

The median salary is ~CHF 76'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Lift Installer

You install, maintain, and repair elevators and escalators.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Lift Installer qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 76'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 60'000

Mid

~CHF 76'000

Senior

~CHF 95'000

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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