Welcome to the #1 practice spot for the Elevator Industry Aptitude Test, AKA the EIAT. Here you will find:
- a free EIAT practice test
- test content breakdown with examples & tips
- prep courses to maximize your score potential
Access all the tools and advice to prepare for and improve your score on this test!
EIAT Test Quick Overview
- Duration: 15-20 minutes
- Content: verbal, numerical, and mechanical reasoning
- Calculator: not allowed
- Pass score: 70%
The EIAT is a nationally validated exam, used by the National Elevator Industry Educational Program (NEIEP) as part of the application process for elevator apprenticeships.
Numerical Reasoning
These questions will assess your ability to work with and understand numbers. Question types will include:
- Arithmetic
- Basic algebra
- Fractions and decimals
The bad news is that you cannot use a calculator!
Arithmetic
- Calculate 10212 ÷ 222
- Express 1 and 5/8 as a decimal
- Which number has the lowest value? 0.3 | 1/3 | 3/8| 20% of 0.6
See more examples in our free practice test.
Verbal Reasoning
This section assesses your ability to read and infer written data.
- Sentence completion
- Passage analysis
- General vocabulary
The destruction of the world’s forests has proceeded at an alarming rate over the past two decades, mainly as a result of economic pressures in the developing world. Forests of growing trees absorb carbon dioxide, but this is released into the atmosphere when they are cut down and allowed to rot, or are burnt. The tropical rain forests, home to half the world’s plant and animal species, are of special concern.
Statement: Countries in the developing world get much of their wood from tropical rain forests
- True
- False
- Can’t tell
Mechanical Reasoning
This is perhaps the most challenging section of the test. Questions will review different topics including:
- Gears
- Pullies
- Levers
- Forces
Which shelf will support the heaviest load?
EIAT Free Sample Test
Take a test to get a feel of what the real Elevator Industry Aptitude Test would be like.
Upon submission, you’ll get a score report that will break down your performance in each section and will compare you to the general population of test-takers who’ve taken this quiz before. You’ll also get a chance to read the explanations per question and to grab some time-saving tips.
Tool Assessment
In addition to the Elevator aptitude test, you will also be asked to complete a short tool assessment, which will test your knowledge of different tools.
- Tool recognition – identify how each tool looks
- Tool application – understand what each tool can do
- Measurements – use rulers properly
We have prepared a free tool assessment PDF guide for you:
Elevator Mechanic Apprenticeship Process
Here’s an infographic that summarizes the step required to apply for an apprenticeship at NEIEB
The Benefits of Practice & How We Can Help You
Practicing for the EIAT test can improve your score. apart from the general sense of confidence you will gain, training allows you to perform better in each section of the test.
- Numerical Reasoning. By far the most important part to train for in advance. This is because calculators are not allowed. Training will help in non-calculator skills and calculating faster.
- Mechanical Reasoning. The second most important section to train on. You’ll be surprised at what topics appear here and what tricks and skills you’ll need in order to score high on this section.
- Verbal Reasoning. The most straightforward section on the test. You could claim that preparation is not required here, but that’s incorrect. This is because you want to solve these questions quickly. Without training in advance, you will likely be able to solve the questions, but they will take you more time. Time is a precious resource and you can’t afford spending too much time on verbal reasoning questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NEIEB offer a practice test?
The NEIEB does not offer a practice test, unfortunately.
How long is the EIAT test?
The test takes between 15 to 20 minutes.
How long should I prep for the EIAT test?
The answer to this question depends on your current level of knowledge of basic math and mechanical concepts.
The more rusty you are, the more time you need. This could be even two weeks of extensive practice in advance to get back on the horse.
Start now with a free practice test
External Resources
NEIEB's recruitment openings
Here you’ll see all the available recruitment openings by local:
https://www.neieprecruitment.org/
Good video about the recruitment process
National Elevator Industry Educational Program:
