Alternate Elevator Sales and Service LLC is a locally owned and operated elevator company founded through a brother-and-sister partnership. The company was established to provide elevator owners with an alternative centered on better quality, dependable service, responsive customer support, and practical value. Alternate Elevator was established on December 1, 2008, and acquired its Florida DBPR Registered Elevator Company license in March 2009. In 2009, Alternate Elevator began providing preventative maintenance, repair, and inspection services for commercial and residential vertical-transportation equipment. The company expanded into modernizations and alterations in 2011, followed by new-equipment installations in 2013. Alternate Elevator began with one employee and has experienced steady growth throughout more than 17 years of operation. Today, the company employs 18 professional, dedicated, and hardworking individuals. Alternate Elevator serves a broad range of clients, from individual property owners to agencies of the United States federal government. Our clients include condominiums, commercial buildings, property-management companies, real estate professionals, medical facilities, K–12 schools, colleges, universities, churches, government buildings, correctional facilities, military installations, hotels, and amusement parks.
At Alternate Elevator, providing superior service at a reasonable price is our first and foremost priority. Our continued adherence to proven monthly maintenance routines reflects our commitment to maintaining each client’s vertical-transportation equipment to the highest standards possible. We believe preventative maintenance should be thorough, consistent, and tailored to the specific needs of each unit. This approach helps improve reliability, identify developing concerns, and protect the long-term value of the equipment entrusted to our care.
Alternate Elevator and its staff have extensive experience performing and supervising a wide range of vertical-transportation services. As a company, Alternate Elevator has more than 17 years of preventative-maintenance experience, supported by decades of additional industry experience among its individual team members. Our technicians have experience maintaining a broad variety of vertical-transportation equipment, including hydraulic and traction elevators, residential and commercial systems, and equipment serving buildings ranging from two stories to more than 20 stories. Every unit has its own requirements, operating conditions, and maintenance needs. Alternate Elevator currently maintains approximately 600 units of vertical-transportation equipment. All Alternate Elevator employees complete CPR, AED, and First Aid certification every three years. Employees have also obtained OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30 certifications and participate in weekly safety toolbox talks. In addition to required eight-hour continuing-education courses, our staff receives additional opportunities for industry, safety, and code-related education. Our licensed technicians typically have between five and 15 years of experience servicing, repairing, and modernizing elevator equipment.
CEO / Co-Founder
Alternate Elevator Co-founder Nelson Montijo has over 39 years of experience in the elevator industry in service, repair, and modernization. Starting his career in New York Local 3 of the IBEW, he completed his apprenticeship program in electrical and elevators. Nelson also holds CPR/AED/First Aid and OSHA 10 certifications.
In his spare time, Nelson enjoys the company of his family and is an avid fan of the New York Yankees and New York Knicks.
Director of Operations
Alternate Elevator Director of Operations Melvin Marcano has over 27 years of experience in the elevator industry in service, repair, modernization, and installation. Melvin started his career in electrical and mechanical engineering in Puerto Rico.
Director of Sales and Safety
Alternate Elevator Director of Sales and Safety Jonathan Mariotti has over 26 years of experience in the elevator industry in service, repair, modernization, and installation. Starting his career in Florida with the IUEC, he completed the National Elevator Industry Education apprenticeship program and later became an instructor for the program.
Jonathan holds additional certifications in welding, Certified Elevator Inspector, CPR/AED/First Aid, and OSHA 10, 30, and 40. He has also commenced OSHA 500 and 501 and NFPA CESP training. In his spare time, Jonathan enjoys scuba diving and snow skiing.
Business Manager
Christina Rassel is an accomplished architectural engineer and accountant who has been with Alternate Elevator for more than 16 years. She plays a central role in office operations, working closely with each department to support field teams, respond to clients, and help projects move smoothly from start to finish.
Outside of work, Christina enjoys going to the gym, cooking for her family, drawing, and exploring arts and crafts. She especially values Alternate Elevator’s family-like atmosphere and the flexibility that creates a supportive, low-stress work environment.
Her experience, organization, and genuine care for others make her a valued member of the team.
Accounts Receivable & Collections Manager
Wivelisse Alvarado serves as the Accounts Receivable & Collections Manager, overseeing invoicing, collections, client accounts, and day-to-day accounts receivable operations. She works to ensure that every client receives accurate, timely, and professional service.
Wivelisse takes pride in helping clients find practical solutions, supporting smooth business operations, and being someone both her clients and colleagues can rely on.
Outside of work, Wivelisse enjoys playing basketball and expressing her creativity through arts and crafts. Her dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to excellent service make her a valued member of the team.
Accounts Payable
Max serves as the Accounts Payable Manager, helping manage vendor invoices, payments, and financial records for Alternate Elevator. His attention to detail and organized approach help ensure that payments are processed accurately and that day-to-day accounting operations run smoothly.
Max takes pride in supporting his colleagues and contributing to an efficient, dependable office environment.
Outside of work, Max enjoys trading card games such as Magic: The Gathering and tabletop role-playing games such as Pathfinder. His reliability, focus, and collaborative spirit make him a valued member of the team.
Alternate Elevator Sales and Service LLC is locally based in Orlando and serves commercial and residential clients throughout Central Florida and surrounding service areas.
1460 N Goldenrod Rd Ste 125
Orlando, FL 32807