Become a Union Carpenter: How to Double Your Salary in 2024!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ธ.ค. 2021
- In this video I describe how I make almost 6 figures as a union carpenter. College isn't for everyone. There is a skill labor shortage and so many of the older boomers are retiring. seize this opportunity and change your life for the better. And even if you have no background working with your hands. The carpenter's apprenticeship is here to provide assistance. The Carpenter's Union provide a great path to the middle class. #Unioncarpenter #carpenterapprenticeship #local1503 #blackcarpenter
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I literally got my call and had my orientation yesterday. I will be indentured and paying my first due’s tomorrow morning. I’m in my early 30s it’s never too late! With zero experience in Northern California i start at $30/hr + full benefits and get a 3 dollar raise every 6 months until I finish the 4 year apprentice and become a journeymen carpenter which is $55/hr I’m beyond excited!
Congratulations! I love to hear stories like this! Thank you for watching.
I'm in Ohio and Cap out is not no where near what your saying it is in North Carolina
@@georgecleancut2853 I never said anything about North Carolina I’m talking about Northern California. Right now without benefits we have four regions the highest being right under $58/hour and the lowest being $49.97 an hour. They just passed some huge bills and propositions dumping billions into construction and all kinds of tax breaks (there were huge projects on hold do budget and the tax being too high so with these new changes it’s allowed them to get moving).
Our master agreement ends in July and with the new one they have negotiated us raises for the next few years so our wage go up something like $4 dollars this year, then $5 for ‘24, ‘25 is $5, etc. If I remember correct it’s something like a 25 dollar raise to wages over the next 4-5 years.
There’s also a small increase on pension, annunity, vacation but nothing like the jump for wages (we already have a great package compared to a lot of places I had looked at and most are half what we get it’s crazy) since our benefits package is already up over $45 an hour.
A first term apprentice makes 60% and goes up evenly until journey. I’ve also been told that technically we should get $1 an hour extra for each year of journey and that’s makes sense a new journeyman shouldn’t recieve the same pay as a 6 year, especially since we have to take extra classes and get more training each year it’s not just the work on the job site if someone has more qualifications on their card then they def should make more.
Our total hourly pay is actually starting at 34 and change so we will say $34 on check + $45 benefit package so an apprentice walking on the job site for the first time in their life is making $79 an hour and his journeyman teaching him if he’s a first year journey is $57+$45 = $102/ hour. After July it will be a little over $106/hour or about $61 and change/hour on check.
Sure California has high rent but if wasn’t worried about it I could easily rent an apartment for under even shoot high 2k a month I was just seeing some incredible houses for 2800-3500 a month and we are paid every Friday.
Working (5) 10 hour shifts a week covers the bills the 10 hours of over time are paid at 1.5x so those two hours a day is an extra almost 200 bucks daily. I can cover rent purely off about 2 weeks overtime pay alone.
I was looking into different locals because I thought maybe once I journey out I’d want to move to a different state or even down to say Los Angeles or San Diego but even the So Cal wages and benefits package aren’t as good as ours so I’d be taking a pay cut if I moved anywhere out of my region and in some cases our 1st period apprentice makes more then the journeys and foreman would make so it looks like I’ll be planting my ass here for quite awhile.
Maybe once I’m not worried about money I’d explore some other places but as far as making money I honestly don’t see a better place to be in so if anyone has some better options then above let me know I’d love to look at different areas but I won’t give up the $100+ an hour pay scale 😂
@@georgecleancut2853 I live in Oregon. I can't really speak on other states. We have a pretty good union over here.
@CaliRedNoseSav Mucho gusto compa consigame jale como se llama la compania que lo patrocino
I really appreciate all you shared! You answered so many questions I think many folks have and address important topics that are certainly on my mind as a biracial woman with zero experience in carpentry. Thank you!
Don't let any of that hold you back. If your willing work and give your best effort. You will do just fine. The union would love to have you.
Thank you so much for this vid brother, I had a lot of anxiety going into this, but after watching your vid it’s allowed me to stay motivated and really want to continue pursue this! God willing everything goes my way 🙏🏼
I bet. I was just as anxious as you when I first started. It nerve-wracking. You're going to make a ton of mistakes and feel really foolish, but if you stick with it. The knowledge and experience will come. My best advice. Ask questions when you don't understand and have a good attitude. Nothing is worse then an apprentice with a bad attitude. Cheers
@@unscriptedwithantonio thank you brother I most definitely will! Thank you for the advice 🙏🏼
Thank you! Just got a pre interview appointment for Nov 11 in Portland. Been watching your videos and it’s been very helpful
Thank you for watching. I really appreciate it. Let me know I can help.
Great video man! Subscribed
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Great message bro! Support the youth!
I want to show young people that your not a failure if you don't go to college. You make a good living in the trades.
You are dope bro thanks for the review, I’m waiting to hear back from a company about an apprenticeship I applied for. No unions in FL tho 😬
I know Florida is right to work. But those skill should be able to translate everywhere in the country. Let me know how I can help.
Love this. I am currently trying to get into the Carpenters Union in Oregon.
Let me know how I can help. Join my discord if you have any questions.
I'm so Proud of this and this video is inspiring esp since it was such a rough start ..I'm so so PROUD 👏 of my SON
Thank you!!!
Thank you Brother 🙌🙏...2nd yr App Out
Of NYC LOCAL 212 ...keep up the Great Work👍
How has your experience been in the apprenticeship? Would you be down to do an interview?
I came here just for information. Not only was this video informational, it was super inspiring! You’ve definitely earned yourself a subscriber. I’m currently trying to get into the union 💪🏼 I just had an interview a couple weeks ago and am still waiting on the phone call
Becoming a union member was the best decision I ever made. Let me know how I can help.
@@unscriptedwithantonio I’m not sure how the interview went for you. For me, they had two portions. First one being questions, mostly the ones that were on the application (about whether I’m okay with having to work in the weather, afraid of heights, etc.) the second portion they had me do a few physical tasks including hammering a few nails into a 2x6, carrying 2x4s, and screwing drywall screws along a line on some drywall using a screw gun. I didn’t know how much my proficiency at those affects my chance of getting in, but I didn’t do bad, anyways
@@ed5649 I went thru the interview process. I didn't go thru the second portion. I assume they are trying to assess what term you will be once you get in the apprenticeship based on previous knowledge.
@@unscriptedwithantonio right on, thank you!
@@ed5649 I hope you get In quick.
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I admire you. You are an incredible person with a lot of experience. Your videos help me keep going and continue my career as an electrician, but I also want to learn more different things if my dream comes true. I want to become a general contractor some day. I am from Mexico and I have almost finished my trade school in California. After I finish my trade school, my plan is to go to a union to learn more about electricity. I need to learn more English.
I appreciate the comment. It means a lot. Let me know if I can help. I'm working on my Spanish as we speak.
I'm 26 right now I feel exactly what you are saying. I've worked installing windows for a couple years and just recently quit a framing job. I want to join the Union to get serious training. I don't like the unprofessionalism of non union. Also good luck getting any good benefits non-union.
Safety is one the biggest benefits! Some say we spend too much time on it. But it doesn't matter how much money you make if you don't make it home! I'm not sure what state you in live in, but the carpenters union is nation wide.
Can you do framing though still in carpentry? I mean, is it worth it?
Framing is done by some union companies, but most of the time it's subbed out.
@@unscriptedwithantonio
We do A LOT of framing. Local 213
@@EastSideGz which state is that?
Awesome mindset 💪💪💪 it is incredible that physical workers get paid fair in the US, i am 22 and a mechanic for mechatronics and automationtechnology and i almost have my beachelor engeneering degree in mechatronics. Some union carpenters get even better paid than engineers, so if i am coming to US one day, i will probably start as a carpenter👏 Greetings from Germany ✌️
Hell yeah bro. We want anyone who is willing to work and grind. The union makes a big difference. Thank you for watching.
@@unscriptedwithantonio 💯the union is one of my goals what city is your union?
13:42 elevating, being that first corner stone to success and generational wealth😤 I love it💯
@@UdxPugilist portland Oregon local 1503
Thank you for making this video, this was very informative and helpful. I definitely vibe with your situation and I hope I make it to union Carpentery. Do I need to. Take and apprenticeship before going in?
To join the union you have to be ether a journeyman carpenter or in the apprenticeship. It was a life changing choice for me.
Im 34 been a trucker for ten years ,
You guys got it made im gonna head down and apply
Best choice I ever made. We just got a nice size raise. America still needs to be built. Come join us.
I'm 24 and am looking to start a trade my friend told me about carpentry thanks to him and this video I'm strongly considering it
Becoming a union carpenter changed my life. It's the best decision I ever made.
I took a pre apprentice carpentry class in job corps and graduated with my certifications in July. I applied for the union here in New Jersey. First I had to do an interview, after the interview I had to go do a physical examination (carrying material), also a math and reading examination. Did that in September & was told my next step would be a drug screening. Idk when but whenever they let me know. I’m looking forward to doing general construction.
Congratulations! Let me know how I can help.
Hey bro. this story was inspiring and almost similar to my story as I began my journey as a union carpenter..bro, i too was laid off from my job at a hospital in Sf at the time, i had small children and had to go back to stay with my mother and oneday there was a flyer circulating threw her community that said do i want to make $28.00 an hr..At this point i needed to find work so i could take care of my kids and get out if moms house so at this point i didnt have nothing to lose. I go and meet up a couple of key players of the program they were trying to offer but would have to be tested, take classes and if i did well pass the construction courses i would have an opportunity to be first in line for the pre apprenticeship program. So i did very well and got put in there to give me the basic skills and building techniques and after graduation i choose were my skills were the most strongest, which were readjng a tape measure, i could pound a nail pretty good, and could take instuctions well, i could work as a team. before we graduated from the PA program i had a decision to make and that was what trade would i think id be good at, I prayed about it and then i choose to be a carpenter, i found out that i liked working with my hands, being out in the elements and that i wanted to be a part of creating things in this world. I got indentured as an apprentice carpenter in sept.2010 and still standing strong as a journeywoman carpenter 14 years later. The trades really change my life for me and my family, good wages, health and welfare a pension& annuity and vacation pay like clock work, journeyman upgrade courses to insure im .mastering my craft and growing, leadership courses its just an awesome opportunity to be a part of and Im Proud to be apart of a 1st class organization as a sister in the brotherhood.#STAYSTRONG#KEEP FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT#UNION CARP PROUD💪💪
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Thank you for sharing your story. I love hearing stories of other brothers and sisters success. #unionstrong
@@unscriptedwithantonio your welcome..Stay safe out there💪
Very informative
Thank you for watching.
Nice work bro
Thank you for watching!!
Here in Ohio you make 17.90 to start.
Carpenters make about $55,000 base in Ohio.
You also get medical, dental, vision, and pension.
Also, with any skill like this, going solo is a possibility and the sky is the limit with that.
Besides that, if you do cabinets or speciality carpentry the sky is the limit as well, but being employed you’re looking at about 65-75k.
Heavy Highway (bridge building) can get you about $40 an hour as well. (About 80)
I can see that. Ohio is a fairly conservative state. i assume it doesn't have a strong union presence. But its all relative to where you live. Oregon's cost of living is pretty high. You can make a lot of money working for yourself. The risk is much is higher so is the reward. I think the most important part is inquiring the skills and tools.
Like your video, work in Boston 22 years in, keep putting stuff out there for us as carpenters Boston is 89 percent union
I'm not stopping bro. Only thing holding me back is time.
By the way. Boston is a beautiful city. I got to watch Tom Brady throw his 500th touch down.
@@unscriptedwithantonio That's awesome, wish he would make his mind, about retirement, love the guy
Did you do the 300 hitters course.
@Philip Loughlin I haven't done it yet.
I pray for the carpenters union of Philadelphia. 20 years in. I’m praying. Oh my god.
What's up? How are things over there?
1 of the best choices i've ever made!. UBC local 1977
What state is that?
@@unscriptedwithantonio .las Vegas Nevada
@@raulviera234 how is the work out there? Are you guys busy?
@@unscriptedwithantonio .its ok we have our ups and downs. Work is supposed to pick up soon
@@raulviera234 nice how do you work in the summer? I've been curious about that.
Good video and Im waiting to start my apprenticeship but it has been “no work as of yet “ since passing my drug test been calling every week but same answer from the agent it’ any suggestions to found work at the the start and do we have to buy our own equipment like drill etc ?
We don't have to buy any power tools for work. But we have to come with hand tools. As for the work. It has been kind of slow. I heard things should pick up now that's it's summer.
Union Painters in Chicago make 49.30. Best decision I’ve made. But it’s not all about the money. I just did it for the free health issuance . I make more doing siders then working hourly.
The Healthcare is huge. So is the retirement. $49.30 that's big time. I wonder how much more the cost of living is over there?
More info on how to get started?
Amen brother
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Thanks bro 3rd year apprentice out of Michigan Local 687. Great information!
Thank you watching! I appreciate it.
You guys make so much out in the west coast I was considering moving west. For a bit. What’s your focus? I’m into interior systems/welding/residential
@@Vonte21 I'm a general commercial carpenter. So concrete, framing, tenet improvements, columns, walls, doors hardware, finish work. We do everything and fill all the gaps.
@@unscriptedwithantonio Yeah commercial is where that big money is. Have you been to the international training center in Vegas?
@@Vonte21 hopefully I should be going there in September
What salary do you expect as a Carpenter un New York ? Please
23 years old in my 4th year right now going for my readseal. I'll be makeing 40-50$ after with bouneses for evey house I build
That's amazing. What is a readseal? I haven't heard of that term.
I'm in the process of being a union carpenter the union emailed me almost 60 construction companies they work with how do I choose which one to go with
Said that right 👍
I'm trying to tell people.
Hi bro thanks so much for the advice I will like to join the union but am in Dubai also doing the same job and I want to come to your end for better life how can you guys help me,
Thanks
I have no idea how I can help. I wish you the best. If you come to America. Hit me up.
Just changed my hole put look on like
the problem i have is how do i get into the field idk anybody to get information about it
Bro, 1st period apprentices in So Cal are only making $20.15. What's going on with that?
1st term in Oregon makes $27 an hour now. $20 kind of seems low.
This vid stand out from other carpenter vid who say the job pay shit and worst job to do.
You make sound like hard work does pay off if you work union.
I heard theres carpenter union in northern Ontario and i am wondering if i should say good bye being close to Toronto or not just to get a neat job.
I personally rather do cabinet making. However the job isnt as handcrafting as it used to be.
So i might look into union carpentry and see if moving north is worth it or not
To me seems like the handcrafting furniture aspect of carpentry is no longer valued because of ikea. The union has been great for me. I love it. let me know how I can help.
how can i join the carpenters union where do i apply on a website or ?
It depends on the state you live in. Some states have a stronger union presence then others. Usually you can look it up online. Join my discord. I will try to help any way I can.
way less outside nyc in the mid hudson valley. starting is 17.34 (50% journey rate). 60% is sec year (60%) is 20.81 per hour.
How is the cost of living outside the city? Because the cost of living in Oregon is pretty high. It's hard to find a 2 bedroom under 2k.
@@unscriptedwithantonio high. its a big area but the major cities/towns are expensive kingston ny (the former capital of the state) had the second largest pop increase during covid increasing housing prices 35-40%.
@Carolyn Riccardi Damn that surprising. I thought New york made more than us. I know seattle and California does for sure.
@@unscriptedwithantonio nyc is also complicated by manhattan is now 43 for a journey person but now they have an additional hoop - you can become a certified journey person which is 55. nyc apprentices start at 19.80 per hour (which living in nyc - thats insane).
@Carolyn Riccardi starting wages in Oregon is around $27. For a first term. What are the qualifications to become a certified journeymen?
I joined this year as a stocker/ scrapper and im 23years old and honestly its a good investment I did and well its good money!!!!
Hell yeah. Thank you for watching I appreciate you.
how much is apprentice make in houston first starting out ?
I like Oregon. I have no idea. I would contact your local in the Houston area.
How do I get started on an apprenticeship in califnoria?
I live in Oregon. But this site should lead you in the right direction. www.carpenters.org/councils/ca/
So I’m struggling to find the right sponsor right now and it’s really hard to find a sponsor. I finally got an interview with one but it’s not the work I wanna do. I wanna work more in the city doing big buildings. Should I just get a sponsor and go to school and finish my three years to four years there and then go to a different company later on? Let’s say I get them as a sponsor in a big company comes my way and wants to hire me. Is it wrong if I leave them and go to the bigger company.
The most important thing is getting a job. Once you get a job attend union meetings and while your in class keep your ears open. Most guys don't work for the same company for their whole career. You will have opportunities in future. Trust me.
@@unscriptedwithantonio thank you this really helps me figure things out. Do some people don’t finished there four years with same company then started with ? I just want to know well company know I leave one for a better one and opportunity
@@asiancambo21 some unions are different. But I would just be honest. If you find another that's going to hire you. I would yell your employer. Never burn bridges. You might need to work with them again in the future.
And wow some people,say pay to work, 25.00 a month is nothing for full, benefits with pension and annuity, get the message out, thank you.
Even $75 a week is worth it. I love my union.
Absolutely, but try to talk to nonunion guys, they have shit for benefits, and Thay say not going to pay to go to work, at that point I'm banging my head against wall, if there that stupid can't save.
Even after I tell them it's 25.00 a month for all we get.
@Philip Loughlin We can't save 'em all.
I’m almost done with a state recognized, but non union apprenticeship, and I’m looking for a local in/near southeast PA cause I feel like I’m paying to work at $18/hr
Unions aren't perfect. But the pay is usually better. $18 now a days is trash. People are McDonalds are making that much.
@@unscriptedwithantonio that’s first stage.
@@EastSideGz Are you talking about first term? 1st term in Oregon is $27 an hour.
@@unscriptedwithantonio WTH!! What y’all journey out at?
Yea that’s terrible. My first period starts at 29.94 and jumps to 33 in 6 months. Journey is 55…. And that’s what’s called on check. We actually make more then that because benefits are extra they don’t come out of our pay. We get like $11 for health, $9 for pension, 4.95 for vacation, and a few others so our on paper is almost 90 an hour for journey
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In which state is the best paying carpenters union?
Depends oregon journeyman get $43.80. Places like Seattle Washington get more. But the cost of living is higher. Same thing with L.A., New York, Boston, Hawaii. So it's a trade off.
i’m currently trying to get into the carpenters union in WA training day June 17. I’m 18 and i’m nervous. any tips ?
Come in with confidence. Really convey why you want to join the carpenters union. I have talked to a lot of people who actually accept the apprentices. Having a good answer for why you want to join is huge. Let me know if I can help.
@@unscriptedwithantonio yo thanks for the reply! anything i should look out for specifically on training day?
@@joshepi3022 For actual training or interview process?
@@unscriptedwithantonio i have to go to the training and pass certain tests, was it like that for you?
@JoshEpi No, I only had to do an interview. I was completely green when I started. But if you're going to training. I would come work ready. Bring boots a hard hat.
Yea im the only black guy on my crew i work for an union utilities district I never really cared about it just work my ass off everyday these other guys don’t pay my bills
I totally agree. If you work hard your going to be fine.
Black almost second year carpenter apprentice working commercial in Canada
That's dope. How many years is the apprenticeship in Canada? Commercial is where the money is.
@@unscriptedwithantonioit's 3
years after you challenge the journeyman exam in Montreal
Can you make a tool belt setup? Like the tools you used on the job
@@3Cliffhanger I have a video called tools of the trade. It doesn't exactly give the lay out of the bags. But it talks about all the tools I use. And a price point.
@@3Cliffhanger I'm going to make another video tomorrow about the milwaukee pack out set up. And and all the extra tools I bring to jobs.
Hello. I'm a Afrikoid man just like yourself. I'm 30 years old, with $700. I am sleeping in my car to save money. I am learning carpentry on TH-cam. I am broke, yet I want to be hypergamous and improve. Thank you for your story.
I've never heard the term afrikoid. Thank you for watching.
Any advice on felon’s getting started
I'm making a video on that exact topic today. Being a felon hasn't stopped me at all. In fact, it has never really come up. Their are even programs that help felons get into the union. It all depends on your location.
@@unscriptedwithantonio wow man you messaged back quickly I just sheaf a tear of joy 🥲I have one common law robbery conviction in 2010 no other convictions I don’t do drugs or drink I had been hearing thT violent felons are not welcome in the union I’m willin to relocate I have money saved up for a room for and board carpentry is something that I’ve been on and off with my family but nothing major
@@unscriptedwithantonio I shead a 😢tear seeing that you messaged back so quickly thankyou I have a common law robbery charge from 2010 I have heard the union doesn’t accept violent felons I don’t do drugs or drink and have a good attitude raised with a father I have very good temperament I’m hoping that willl help me get my foot in the door
@@fredricksmith59 I have person to person felony also. I haven't heard that holding people back.
Local 174 Chicago 💯
Hell yeah!!!!
we are screwed! 85k annually in Cali is poverty.
I just made 95k this year. Cali is out of control.
@@unscriptedwithantonio I'm teetering on the edge of the clift. I'm having my union carpenter friend call me because there's not much work. They all want to be paid cash so they can collect unemployment at the same time. Many of them operate as unlicensed contractors and they are stealing the work under the licensed non union companies. They do the job so cheap. People are desperate and dont GAF. If I survive this crash landing we are going to experience gonna need to make major changes after 15 years in business. Started the process 6 months ago
@1mandrywallarmytv144 What kind of changes are you thinking about? I've been working pretty steadily for the last 6 years. I started by channel to give myself another source of income and learn new skills. I'm not sure what's going to happen in the future, but I am concerned.
@@unscriptedwithantonio once again because of the shortage of work the unlicensed contractors are destroying the private sector. Killing real businesses, non-union yes but still a real legal business. Been getting my registrations to do government work. There is no unlicensed activity screwing things up. All you compitition play by the rules. I could even utilize union workers because those jobs meet and exceed the union standard where I am from which San Diego County. Davis-Bacon wages
@1mandrywallarmytv144 I heard the labor market is really screwed up in Cali. I was unaware of the undercutting that was going on. In oregon, being an unlicensed and insured business is super risky. You will lose almost any lawsuit. And it's very easy to get taken advantage of.
Let's talk about the bag 😂
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🤙🤙local 745 hawaii carpenters
You making the big bucks!!! Salute
Would you be down to do an interview about the union in Hawaii?
@@unscriptedwithantonio for sure bro
@@unscriptedwithantonio anytime let me know
@@jordansiple6832 I have discord channel. discord.gg/CPgA6MRg
Hit me up. The youth needs this knowledge. I appreciate you fam.
The hard part is joining the union 😅
I got into the drywall and lath union local 9144 back in 2019 I was lucky af 😅
Went down to the hall got me a list of contractors left a voice mail for a company . Owner called me and said if I wanna work and join the union . I said yea and boom I became a stocker scrapper pre apprentice the next day !!
Im still in the union rn . Yes it’s worth it
You're totally right. Sometimes, it's just the right place at the right time. The union is the way to go "if" you can get in.
Roll up on job sites and spit your game.
Hell yeah! You already know. Shoulders back head up.
@@unscriptedwithantonio Local 213 Los Angeles
@@jaimesandoval1988 How is the work down there? Are you guys busy?
@@unscriptedwithantonio Really good. Olympics coming soon.
@@jaimesandoval1988 oh snap. I forgot all about. Is the homelessness as bad as they say downtown? What is the journeyman scale?
Is this a joke😂
Yup it was a joke made just for you!