Eligibility requirements.

(a) An applicant for licensure as an elevator contractor shall establish to the satisfaction of the Board that the applicant:

(1) Has in his or her employ individuals licensed under this part who perform the work described by the applicant in the application;

(2) Has complied with the bonding and insurance requirements established by rule; and

(3) Meets any other requirements established by rule.

(b)

(1) An applicant for licensure as an elevator mechanic shall establish to the satisfaction of the Board that the applicant:

(A) Has passed the examination required by the Board; and

(B) Meets any other requirements established by rule.

(2) Until rules are promulgated pursuant to paragraph (1) of this subsection, the Board may issue a 2-year license to an applicant who has:

(A) A certificate of completion of an apprenticeship program for elevator mechanic registered with the Bureau of Apprenticeship Training, U.S. Department of Labor, the District of Columbia Apprenticeship Council, or an equivalent state’s apprenticeship council;

(B) Worked as an elevator mechanic for 2 years in any combination of construction, maintenance, or repair without direct supervision and for an employer licensed to do business in the District, within the previous 3 years;

(C) A valid license from a state having standards substantially equal to those of the District; or

(D) Has passed the examination required by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs.