Ive been lost, im 21 working at starbucks and it’s miserable and I don’t feel like I can take pride in my work. Been interested in trades since i dropped out of college, thank you for this video :)
Hey! I worked for Starbucks for 5 years as a trainer(1 year of being a trainer). I’m in the electrical trade now. I’d definitely look into it. Being a barista is mostly mental than physical and that’s the same with the electrical trade. You have to have some sense. The labor is way more challenging, though. Fair warning. But you’ll get a good work out. The pay off will be well worth it.
@@brandon3605 Don’t listen to Tommy Mac he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. I know hundreds of electricians and not one of them is wearing out their body because of physical demands
@@jrod264winmag eh depends on what stage the site your working on is at, like wiring up lights on the roof can be pretty demanding on your back and neck by the end of the day
Becoming an electrician was the best decision I made in my life. It made me responsible and I absolutely love it. It’s been 8 years and I’ve learned soo much. I must say running conduit is my fav. It is also great for guys who’ve messed up in the beginning of life and trying to make good money with a felony. It will change your life trust me I’m talking from experience.
@@shadynasty6393 I've been an apprentice for about a month when I started I didn't know shit but tbh on construction you don't need to know shit you just need to be able to follow a few instructions and then most times you will repeat the same thing all day, then the next day be a new thing you do all day it's pretty simple if you make sure you do it right the first few times and ask if stuff is done right
Hey ty for that post- I hav a question- I’m a girl with a felony and I need a career change but I’m 40. So I realistically have a shot as a girl at my age? I don’t want to put out all that time and money and effort if no one wud think of hiring me.
I love the new construction side. I believe it’s the best way to learn. I started with service and it was very hard to understand with closed walls. But when you’re the one running the wires and nailing boxes you begin to get it. At least for me. After doing 1 house with my boss, I understand 3 way, 4 way switches, switch loops, everything. Now my boss lets me do my own thing just going off the print. But service is also important to know. Troubleshooting is what makes an electrician different than others. Learn how to use a meter effectively and you can put in work. I’m 18 with zero schooling and 10 months experience and I’m making good money moves through this job. Best decision I’ve made without a doubt
How do you get in without schooling? I’m trying to get into it but I don’t know if going to a trade school then applying for an apprenticeship is better or just apply for apprenticeship? I’m confused
@@officialepm2942 definitely go for an apprenticeship. Schooling is not required and will be provided through who every you do your apprenticeship with
As someone who goofed off and never knew what they wanted to do in life, I hated school forever, never did college but I love learning with my hands and being productive. now at 25 I’ve been looking into electrician apprentice. A career you can grow in and make a decent living. Something I never had. I am female so I am worried looking down upon or treated differently. I heard Union apprenticeships are better. Should I go for it? Better late than never!
I say go for it! There isn’t a large percentage of female electricians but they do exist! The union school is guaranteed to be good, but there are a lot of good non-union shops as well. It really depends on what company you get in with and what your area is like!
school isn’t hard as long as you pay attention. i’m a 2nd year apprentice. you may face some adversity but most company’s don’t play around with people be sexiest.
I worked as a a Union electrician for over 32 years and I have done service, industrial, low voltage. The electrical industry is always changing , something new to do. The apprenticeship teaches you everything you need to know about the code and how to pass you journeyman's test, your field work gives you the experience to solve problems, like where to run you conduit to get from points A to B in the best manner. The last job I was on was in a light industrial plant with no prints, they were building a new plant with old equipment. We figured out how we wanted our pipe runs, how to control all of the equipment in sequence by the code. I still drive by building and say I worked on that building. Lol.
What’s the best place for me to start at? I’m 31 switching careers, worked in healthcare and other manual labor jobs, not a lot of experience with tools, but can learn fast. Currently OTR tanker driver. Outside of Chicago. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
@@brayanswalletz5931 The Electrical apprenticeship teaches everything you need to know to pass the test. Yes it is difficult, but you can pass it if you study and learn.
Dudr I'm about to turn 30 and really hate why I didn't do this sooner even though one of my friends finished right after high school and got a house at like 22 what the hell man why don't I do that after I found out he did that
This was such a positive video ! I was feeling really overwhelmed and not sure of I would be able to learn electrical but this just gave me such a better outlook on my future . I'm a single mom and have an opportunity to enroll into an apprenticeship progr and I'm going to go for it !
Union apprenticeships must vary from place to place. I'm at the end of my 3rd year. We have one class for 8 hours every other week and the rest of the time we are working. They don't pay for our apprenticeship but you can opt to have them take a little out of your check to cover tuition if you don't want to pay it up front. 3rd years are around 22 bucks an hour and Journeymen make about 38 an hour where I am. Free (good) health insurance for you and your entire immediate family. You get a flex spend account that can be used to pay for medical bills (I have about 3 grand saved up not even trying) and they contribute 22 percent of your gross income to your pension. (100% employer contributed) meaning nothing comes out of your check. I was a paramedic for 10 years and just got into the trade a few years ago to do something different and make more money. The training is great, work is plentiful and you meet some really cool people. If you're on the fence about whether or not to become an electrician. Just do it. Having a skill like that is invaluable. Just doing some side work can make you more in a day than a lot of people make in a week.
@@brayanswalletz5931 My local doesn't allow side work, even if you have the municipality-required masters license. You would be seen as taking potential work from the union. I'd bet a lot have this view, also. Check into it before you do it. You don't want to shoot yourself in the foot.
Just started my apprenticeship a week ago. Building a new hospital. Can’t wait to learn enough to do the service side as far as diagnosing. I’m a puzzle guy myself. Nothing more satisfying than to diagnose a problem or system and fix it using the knowledge you’ve got. Great video man
Congrats! Best of luck to you. Just find someone who is good and try to learn everything from them that you can. I do enjoy service work a lot. Thank you!
American electrician: yeah my foreman is already tired of me asking questions and it’s literally only been a week. But if I don’t understand what I’m working on or why, I’ll never learn.
I really enjoy being a electrical apprentice, been doing it for a looking time. I have done industrial, commercial, residential and service work, my favorite is residential because it feels like shop class with the guys but the one downside I have experienced that I must put out there: Some bosses or owners will procrastinate to sign you up, tell you they are to busy for you to go to school, try their hardest to prevent you from moving up the ladder because they don't wanna pay journeyman rates. My advice, those are not career companies you will be happy at and don't stick around to not be appreciated. It goes both ways like respect. I have felt cheated from wasting my valuable time and went thru alot of disorganized and crappy companies. If you second guess yours it's probably one to move on from. ⚡🤟
Been a electrician in London and surrounding areas for over 20 years it’s nice to see someone finding so much enjoyment from there job . I used to be like this a long long time ago keep that enjoyment going ........
@@SgtBerginexactly why it's a waste. It has diminishing returns and only pays out $40,000 total. If you used it for college you'd get more in just housing allowance alone.
I’m a non union 5th year apprentice and our schooling is structured similar to union where I have to take 4 weeks off out of the year for classroom education. But my favorite thing is building something up and getting to see it work how it was designed to (on the first try haha)!
Keep at it work and don’t forget to study because only 19% of apprentices pass the exam in California. There is only 30,000 registered CERTIFIED electricians in CA ever since testing began. The odds might be against you but if you take your career seriously you should be able to succeed
@@kenaanwilliams3245 it’s the state’s test (I’m in California) so it’s the same for everyone. But it wasn’t hard for me, I finished with over an hour to spare
Been doing electrical work in Arkansas for almost 7 years and got my journeyman license recently. I love everything about it. Love figuring out problems and sitting back and look at work that I have done. It’s so satisfying. Love teaching and showing newbies the ways of the trade. Only bad thing is laziness, and people who suck up to boss. And being a yes man when you know it’s not the right way or legal way.
At 44, after leaving my first career in Accounting/Finance, recently working side contracting job and being exposed to working on Electrical, I have decided to seek an apprenticeship. Got a call today for interview, many states away so will continue to search before interview. I really enjoy the challenge
I'm excited for you and your future. I've been part of the electrical trade, not licensed though..,.. always loved electrical, did 10 years of hardware retail as an electrical department manager.... do all my own wiring and build and repair lighting and light fixtures. retired now, just tinkering now... but you have a great future... learn as much as you can and expand your knowledge to the computer industry and other "Electrical/Electronics" fields... just don't get electrocuted!
i finished school here in Iceland as electrician and i can tell you it's a fact most companies don't want to hire apprentices and if you can't finish your apprenticeship you can't become electrician. for every 10 electrician jobs their is only 1 apprentice job and the apprentices don't want to quit even though they have worked in the hour leaving many un-employed including me.
Hey bro, I'm in the middle of an 18 month Instrumentation & Electrical Technician course. I'm LOVING it. Learning how to troubleshoot industrial machinery, electrical transformers, installing VFD's, & writing PLC's, has been some of the coolest things that I've been able to do/learn about.
Right now I am in college but I'm not sure it's right for me. Learning as an apprentice and having a job that's in need sounds great. Thanks for the video and good luck to everyone 👍
I really appreciate this video. Been aspiring to work in the trade. Electrician has always been on my mind since I was 10 these really help me say let's do this !!
@@ovorenzo7408 whatever city you live in you search that with “ local electrical union “ beside it for example since I live in Washington DC I looked up Local Electrical unions near me and called the how to ask how to join , if you tell me your city i tell you your local
I’m a brand new journeyman electrician and getting in this trade was one of the best decisions I’ve made. My apprenticeship was very difficult but I took it like a man and absorbed as much knowledge as I could. Now my biggest problem is deciphering which contractor I want to stick with 😅 currently have 5 opportunities to choose from.
@@Olivia-light.joy.and_peace no an apprenticeship is necessary because you need the on job hours and school hours so you can get your journeyman. My experience was difficult because instead of journeyman trying to teach me they all tried to make me quit and when they were unsuccessful they’d fire me “at Will” with no real explanation
@@alexholland322 that's what I mean by unnecessary gatekeeping. Making it harder for people to reach they're level for their own ego. Alot of people say that "people these days just don't want to work" but really I think it's those in the profession who make a bad name for it. You shouldn't have to kiss anyone's ass to get to be a journeyman or master.
@@Olivia-light.joy.and_peace I thoroughly agree with you if I didn’t learn anything else I learned what not to do so now that I’m a journeyman I have the opportunity to bring people up under me the way I would’ve liked to be brought in instead of sending people to get imaginary tools like wire stretchers and sky benders
I’m a 30 year old female who was lost all my 20s, tried the tried and true healthcare route but it burnt me. Here I am looking at electrical apprenticeship… I think I’m going to jump in and do it.
I just passed my test for the ibew, looking forward for my interview and I hope everything goes well 🙏🏽 God knows I really want this and I’m ready to put in the work !
the electrical apprentice starter pack: - optimism for learning something that even if you dont like, will be useful some time later in your life - "don't do that, you're not ready" - outside people asking why you dont do as much as your coworkers - "can't believe you don't know how to do this one basic thing" - Constant disapproval of your opinion because you are young - "get me that one plier that I forgot I left in my pocket" - Depression
Got kicked out at 17 was in college about to finish my 2 year transfer degree to UW but had to drop out to try and find a place to live and survive. 21 now and am looking to become an apprentice electrician, my step dad is a journeyman I think and has been telling me to do it for years and now finally going to apply. Wish me luck yall I’m tryna change my life around 🙏🏽. I’m a very fast learner and good with my hands as well, my iq is in the 140s. He told me just to do it and if I don’t like it I can stop, I’ll be making way better money so if anything I could save up a certain amount and go back to school and finish my software developer degree while also having a skill I can use for the future 🤷🏾♂️
I wanted to go in to the construction trade but unfortunately my local Laborer School is down and out. I did some more digging and thankfully there’s 2 more trade schools that offer a variety of work (plumbing,sheet metal,etc.) I just might go in to electrical apprenticeship work because from all the research I’ve done, it looks like such a rewarding job with a lot of demand. I’ve been in the F&B industry for 7 years now and I’m just now realizing I should have quit a long time ago and gotten in to a trade. Thanks for the insight man, this is really helpful in my decision💯
i became a spark in 1967, served a 5 year apprenticeship. completed all my city and guilds, then went out into the wide world. having done my apprenticeship in maintence, i found contracting a hard thing to do. so in 1977, i went back in maintenance electrics, i remained with it it ,at the same company until i retired in 2015. being a spark was the best move i ever made,it gave me a great life style and was a pleasure to go to work every day.
Is there a union in your state? I'm a felon and electrician seems like a good career path. I currently make around 30k a year (asphalt). Google says average for a level 1 is 48k a year what's your thoughts since your further along
Hello , I’m probably a little late for this comment but how do you start I’m currently fresh out of high school & I’m really interested in becoming an electrician & be able to do this but I’m not sure how to start
Very True!! All of it. I started as a shop BOY...(I was 20, they still called me BOY) ...Now I am 47 and work for myself as a Service Electrician. I have never been happier to go to work and do something that even the smartest of person is amazed by. If you are a MAN and you work HARD and ABSORB the trade; From what ALL the parts and fittings are specifically known as....To STAYING POSITIVE...you can do it! If you are BRAND NEW ... Ask questions, be prompt, be Aware. It just gets better and better.
Its awesome that youre spreading the word about what a good career choice it is to be an electrician. The pay starts out okay and can grow super high after a few years, its well respected and generally isnt boring work as you have so much opportunity to learn and grow (and solve challenges). Keep up the great content.
I’m nervous, I was offered an apprentice ship by a private contractor. I’m leaving my stable job that I’ve worked hard to get a decent pay at and I have gotten so good. But I’m taking a leap of faith, hoping that I can grasp this amazing line of work and make it my own! Seeing so many comments of fellow tradesmen have me sold and I will give it all I got!
One of the better videos I’ve watched talking about becoming an electrician apprentice. Thanks for making this 💪🏼 Definitely have some meditating to do.
This was helpful, just dropped out of school trying to figure what to do and one of our family friends is an electrician he’s like 40 something now but he makes good money and said he’d help me out with I decided to try out an apprenticeship so ima give it a try !
Thanks for the insight. I’m 47 years old. I’ve been a trucking owner operator for 25 years. With decreasing rates, rising fuel costs and strangling regulation I’ve been thinking about the next stage in life. My only electrical experience is DIY projects at the house like changing out plugs and light switches.
I’m an infantry veteran and have been to school and tried a bunch of jobs , but nothing will make me feel the satisfaction of my work like I did when I was serving. I look forward to starting an apprenticeship
Union apprenticeship programs vary by local. When I started 25 years ago we went to class 2 evenings a week for 3 hours after work like a normal school year. Summer off, 2 weeks off for Christmas, 1 week off in spring for 5 years. So we worked full time year round.
Even though this video is two years old. This gave me some hope. My current career is a Butcher/Meat cutter been doing it for alittle over a decade and I see signs of it dying. Or, should say, changing in away i cant be proud of my work. I have looked at local butcher shops, but either they arent hireing or on the verge of closing down. I have been thinking of changing trades, and have been leaning into the electrion feild. I have been exposed to some of it since my dad is very D.I.Y. I may had looked over his shoulder when he was getting his electrical technician degree years ago. Thank you again, and I'm looking forward to making this change in my life in a couple of months.
How are we able to tell if the union and or the city we live in will have steady work? Or how do you recommend that we find if a city has stable work if we're willing to relocate? How can we assess if it's a good union or not before becoming a member?
I'v been really thinking about being an electritian my family doesnt believe in me basically because im a girl but i want to do it so badly i want to work hard and do something that i can be proud of and your videos have really been helping me thank you:)))
Thank you. After years working unhappily I'm deciding to go back to learning at 36. My brother in law and father in law are electricians so I need to get on the team anyway.
My moms job is offering me a 4 year paid program to be an apprentice and I was really debating it I really don’t like school and don’t wanna go back I think ima give this a try especially since it’s free
I really considered being an electrician or plumber in my early 20s (about 15 years ago). My mom talked me out of it (whole other story there) and I’ve regretted ever since. I looked back into during Covid after I got laid, but IBEW wasn’t taking apps at the time and seemed almost everywhere wanted 1-2 years experience. I just happened to check Indeed this weekend and found a couple companies that seem to hire with no experience (K Thompson, JMEG, Cummings Electrical) and am considering it again. Biggest downside I’m worried about is I have 3 kids, oldest being 11. Afraid I’ll have to work a lot in order to make money and will miss out on them. At the same time, I’m willing to make sacrifices to support them. Anyone have stories about going to the field late like this? Also, if anyone knows anything about the companies mentioned, I’d appreciate input.
I wouldn’t worry too much, they can only force you to work 40 hours a week and if you don’t want to work the overtime their running you’ll be shipped to another job where no overtime is needed. Another benefit is we start around 6 which means your out by 2:30 and have the rest of the day! You probably wouldn’t be able to take your kids to school in the morning though!
I left the trade 2 years ago and boy do I wish I hadn’t it’s hard to get back in at the wage I’m currently making in a factory however as a sparky you can top out way higher .
I am Currently 22 years old and I went through an electrical apprenticeship and now have my Masters license, was the best decision I made career wise!!
I have a friend who is a licensed electrician, has been doing it for 30+ years. Out of the blue this week he calls and offers me a job with the electrical service company he manages. They do both service and new construction, residential and commercial. Really considering it. I'm currently driving a truck so it'll be a total change.
I'm in the Low voltage end of things as a first year apprentice and I enjoy going to work and learning something new everyday, multiple times a day. Even just being on a jobsite and watching someone do something you can learn a ton. Its a great balance of using your body and brain at the same time, office work just isn't for me. Being in low voltage is great because a lot of systems are switching over but I would still like to learn some residential work as well. If any of you have any tips on how to get out there and learn something new it would be much appreciated!!!
Dude your video is awesome! I’ve been working corporate office sales jobs for the past 7 years since I got out of the military and have been miserable. Been feeling stuck and lost. I’m 33 and have been thinking changing careers about becoming an electrician. I may have to find an apprenticeship and pull the trigger.
I am 16 years old and I dropped out of highschool I was in a bad group of friends and they where taking me down the wrong patch but I am glad god had a plan for me bc my dads friend hired me as a apprentice thank you for theses videos god bless you
I'm a JW with 11 years experience, 7 years in service. My job better than video games. I'm about to transition into project management in the EVCI Sector.
I’ve been told to become an electrician etc coz all the adults around me refer not going into a trade and this vid has convinced me ima look for an apprenticeship thnx a lot!
I've worked retail for 14 years. I like moving around and working with my hands and hopping around doing different tasks throughout my day. What I don't like is the unpredictable scheduling that has me working early mornings, late nights, holidays and weekends. What are the hours like for an electrician? Is service more predictable than construction?
Just got an invite for an interview for Mister Sparky Apprenticeship program. I’m excited. I wanna get out of the customer service field and into a career
I’m currently 25, I have a two year degree in vehicle design (community college no debt), and I’m making $19 an hour. I have been job searching for 7 months and I can’t seem to find any jobs with better compensation. I am very frustrated and I feel my mental health slipping sitting 10 hour days at a desk. I’ve been considering this option, but I can’t tell if my head is in the right place or not. I am very lost. I appreciate this video.
I know I’m late but maybe another fellow electrician can give me a suggestion, been doing electrical for 5 years, I did start in the service side but I quickly went to the commercial construction side and have excelled at my work, have gotten great opportunities since and spent 3 years exactly in the apprenticeship, however I had to take time off of work, school and life.. literally. I was hit by a car and I literally had to stay bed ridden until case was up. My thing is I’m back at work and I’m the exact same if not better because all that off time I spent studying and watching videos and what not, but I really don’t wanna go back to school anymore, I get tired faster every day, don’t have the energy to even take my dog out at the end of the day. Now mornings are my thing so it’s not like I’m crippled I’m just having a hard time seeing the schooling being a valuable addition to my life anymore so should I and can I skip the rest of it and get credit and just take the test? I feel like I’ve been ready for the last year but I have no idea if that’s even possible, google and TH-cam doesn’t give a definitive answer. I’m just asking if I can get like a sign off and just take the test, if not I was planning on paying for my remaining schooling I have left next semester.
I'm finding it hard to find work as a green apprentice. It's definitely something that I would like to get into since I enjoy hands-on and learning to solve problems
Nonunion ABC associated builders and contractors school is usually one night a week plus OJT training…usually paid for by the contractor although the student/employee must maintain attendance to all classes and make up missed classes and maintain a passing grade ,, and if that employee drops out than usually he will hav to payback the costs the contractor paid…good content here on your channel!
I’m almost 40, recently divorced and trying to start a new career. Applied for IBEW chapter and got a phone call. They said it will be hard for me to get in with no experience-I’d be competing with 2000 people (only the best 300 are selected) so that is a discouragement. Either that or I can go the “R program” and do OTJ training making $14/hr. I’m feeling discouraged.
I’m in my apprenticeship currently and I think this is the career for me . I just like to see other peoples view of this job .. I have no experience, super green but I love a challenge😎
So I was in local 26 here in Maryland. Unfortunately I didn't finish and have been away from it for a while. I'm very eager to get back into it, but I'm weary about the placement test because I've been away from the math. But I LOVE IT, so I'm torn
Bro thanks, currently I work in storage as a property manager. I want something that pays more and something I can make a career out of, so I'm gonna give this a try
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Ive been lost, im 21 working at starbucks and it’s miserable and I don’t feel like I can take pride in my work. Been interested in trades since i dropped out of college, thank you for this video :)
Basic bitch ftw
Being an electrician sounds more badass than starbucks ngl; go for it!
@@davyjones611 you're edgy. cool!
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Hey! I worked for Starbucks for 5 years as a trainer(1 year of being a trainer).
I’m in the electrical trade now.
I’d definitely look into it. Being a barista is mostly mental than physical and that’s the same with the electrical trade. You have to have some sense. The labor is way more challenging, though. Fair warning. But you’ll get a good work out. The pay off will be well worth it.
I enjoy working hard to the point that when you get home you get the best sleep!! And get to do it again. PASSION dawg!
That’s what I’m saying. It’s a good life!
How physically demanding is this trade?
@@brandon3605 Depends on what work you do. Generally your shoulders and knees will get worked a lot, that is why you wont see many old electricians.
@@brandon3605 Don’t listen to Tommy Mac he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. I know hundreds of electricians and not one of them is wearing out their body because of physical demands
@@jrod264winmag eh depends on what stage the site your working on is at, like wiring up lights on the roof can be pretty demanding on your back and neck by the end of the day
Becoming an electrician was the best decision I made in my life. It made me responsible and I absolutely love it. It’s been 8 years and I’ve learned soo much. I must say running conduit is my fav. It is also great for guys who’ve messed up in the beginning of life and trying to make good money with a felony. It will change your life trust me I’m talking from experience.
But I don’t know shit about electrical work big dawg !
@@shadynasty6393 I've been an apprentice for about a month when I started I didn't know shit but tbh on construction you don't need to know shit you just need to be able to follow a few instructions and then most times you will repeat the same thing all day, then the next day be a new thing you do all day it's pretty simple if you make sure you do it right the first few times and ask if stuff is done right
@sirlagsalot are you receiving an associates or a certificate?
@@sirlagsalot3960 good looking out brotha. I’m out here in socal so hopefully same here
Hey ty for that post- I hav a question- I’m a girl with a felony and I need a career change but I’m 40. So I realistically have a shot as a girl at my age?
I don’t want to put out all that time and money and effort if no one wud think of hiring me.
Middle-aged female who just passed her Aptitude test and got into IBEW apprenticeship. Excited at the prospects.
Started my apprentice right out of high school, so far I love it
It’s a great trade to get into! Especially young, you’ll be making great money and be debt free by 22. It’s a win win
@@americanelectrician how long does it take to be an construction electrician
You joined the union? Im afraid that if I wont get accepted into the union then have wasted all that time trying to get in.
@@rickastley3167 nah, not the route I took
@@atraintheboss406 How hard was it to become an apprentice?
I love the new construction side. I believe it’s the best way to learn. I started with service and it was very hard to understand with closed walls. But when you’re the one running the wires and nailing boxes you begin to get it. At least for me. After doing 1 house with my boss, I understand 3 way, 4 way switches, switch loops, everything. Now my boss lets me do my own thing just going off the print. But service is also important to know. Troubleshooting is what makes an electrician different than others. Learn how to use a meter effectively and you can put in work. I’m 18 with zero schooling and 10 months experience and I’m making good money moves through this job. Best decision I’ve made without a doubt
I agree that it helps especially to see what’s inside the walls. I think a big one was seeing a parking garage built. Glad to hear you’re doing well!
@@americanelectrician aye thanks man
How do you get in without schooling? I’m trying to get into it but I don’t know if going to a trade school then applying for an apprenticeship is better or just apply for apprenticeship? I’m confused
@@officialepm2942 definitely go for an apprenticeship. Schooling is not required and will be provided through who every you do your apprenticeship with
I want to learn how to install and service so I can do both!
As someone who goofed off and never knew what they wanted to do in life, I hated school forever, never did college but I love learning with my hands and being productive. now at 25 I’ve been looking into electrician apprentice. A career you can grow in and make a decent living. Something I never had. I am female so I am worried looking down upon or treated differently. I heard Union apprenticeships are better. Should I go for it? Better late than never!
I say go for it! There isn’t a large percentage of female electricians but they do exist! The union school is guaranteed to be good, but there are a lot of good non-union shops as well. It really depends on what company you get in with and what your area is like!
school isn’t hard as long as you pay attention. i’m a 2nd year apprentice. you may face some adversity but most company’s don’t play around with people be sexiest.
My aunt is an electrician. Before she joined the school, she couldn’t read a tape measurer. Anyone can do it
Unions are shit
I’m 30 and just joined the union so I’d say go for it. Just had a 40 year old girl join as well. Never too late
I worked as a a Union electrician for over 32 years and I have done service, industrial, low voltage. The electrical industry is always changing , something new to do. The apprenticeship teaches you everything you need to know about the code and how to pass you journeyman's test, your field work gives you the experience to solve problems, like where to run you conduit to get from points A to B in the best manner. The last job I was on was in a light industrial plant with no prints, they were building a new plant with old equipment. We figured out how we wanted our pipe runs, how to control all of the equipment in sequence by the code. I still drive by building and say I worked on that building. Lol.
That’s awesome! That project sounds like a hand full. Glad to hear it!
What’s the best place for me to start at? I’m 31 switching careers, worked in healthcare and other manual labor jobs, not a lot of experience with tools, but can learn fast. Currently OTR tanker driver. Outside of Chicago. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
*I know learning would take time, humbly, should say eager to learn, think I could pick it up eventually
Is the journeymans test hard ?
@@brayanswalletz5931 The Electrical apprenticeship teaches everything you need to know to pass the test. Yes it is difficult, but you can pass it if you study and learn.
Being an electrician can give your career a jolt!
It can!
Isn’t being an electrician a career tho?
It really amps up your career, yes. Not to offer resistance to what you said of course.
@@peterteeter wdym i genuinely thought electrician and other trades were full on careers am i wrong?
@@devondropemoff1757 We're making puns, friend. Sorry we're just a little wired
Damm I hate that I didn’t do this fresh out of high school, I’m a 26 year old warehouse worker, literally going to give it all I got to join 🙏
Go for it man
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How’d it go bro
How has it been man?
Dudr I'm about to turn 30 and really hate why I didn't do this sooner even though one of my friends finished right after high school and got a house at like 22 what the hell man why don't I do that after I found out he did that
This was such a positive video ! I was feeling really overwhelmed and not sure of I would be able to learn electrical but this just gave me such a better outlook on my future . I'm a single mom and have an opportunity to enroll into an apprenticeship progr and I'm going to go for it !
Go for it! You can do anything you want to do. Your mind creates reality
You go girl!!!!! 🎉you can do it!!!
Union apprenticeships must vary from place to place. I'm at the end of my 3rd year. We have one class for 8 hours every other week and the rest of the time we are working. They don't pay for our apprenticeship but you can opt to have them take a little out of your check to cover tuition if you don't want to pay it up front. 3rd years are around 22 bucks an hour and Journeymen make about 38 an hour where I am. Free (good) health insurance for you and your entire immediate family. You get a flex spend account that can be used to pay for medical bills (I have about 3 grand saved up not even trying) and they contribute 22 percent of your gross income to your pension. (100% employer contributed) meaning nothing comes out of your check. I was a paramedic for 10 years and just got into the trade a few years ago to do something different and make more money. The training is great, work is plentiful and you meet some really cool people. If you're on the fence about whether or not to become an electrician. Just do it. Having a skill like that is invaluable. Just doing some side work can make you more in a day than a lot of people make in a week.
How did you decide on what was the best electrical apprenticeship program that was best for you?
shoot, that's what I'm routing for side work for now, until I become a master's I'm an apprentice right now
@@brayanswalletz5931 My local doesn't allow side work, even if you have the municipality-required masters license. You would be seen as taking potential work from the union. I'd bet a lot have this view, also. Check into it before you do it. You don't want to shoot yourself in the foot.
Just started my apprenticeship a week ago. Building a new hospital. Can’t wait to learn enough to do the service side as far as diagnosing. I’m a puzzle guy myself. Nothing more satisfying than to diagnose a problem or system and fix it using the knowledge you’ve got. Great video man
Congrats! Best of luck to you. Just find someone who is good and try to learn everything from them that you can. I do enjoy service work a lot. Thank you!
American electrician: yeah my foreman is already tired of me asking questions and it’s literally only been a week. But if I don’t understand what I’m working on or why, I’ll never learn.
And thanks
@@yuknasty9199 how has it been?
Been there six months, so far so good. I’m surrounded by guys who know their stuff so I’m learning a lot. Life’s good and getting better.
I really enjoy being a electrical apprentice, been doing it for a looking time. I have done industrial, commercial, residential and service work, my favorite is residential because it feels like shop class with the guys but the one downside I have experienced that I must put out there:
Some bosses or owners will procrastinate to sign you up, tell you they are to busy for you to go to school, try their hardest to prevent you from moving up the ladder because they don't wanna pay journeyman rates.
My advice, those are not career companies you will be happy at and don't stick around to not be appreciated. It goes both ways like respect. I have felt cheated from wasting my valuable time and went thru alot of disorganized and crappy companies. If you second guess yours it's probably one to move on from.
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Been a electrician in London and surrounding areas for over 20 years it’s nice to see someone finding so much enjoyment from there job . I used to be like this a long long time ago keep that enjoyment going ........
Thank you!
How did you get your apprenticeship
what happened?
Recently got out of the military and this seems like my calling and future career path. Need to pass the aptitude wish me luck!
Left the military after 8 years and starting my electrical apprenticeship next week, thanks for the tips mate!
How was that for you? I’m almost finishing my 4 year contract in the Marine Corps and I’m honestly nervous in joining the union apprenticeship
@@b1gmanassassin724 did you use your gi bill with apprenticeship. Super cool benefit.
@@SgtBerginit's a waste to use it on an apprenticeship.
@@ivar-the-terrible why was it a waster? True GI bill pays you as if you’re a journeyman.
@@SgtBerginexactly why it's a waste. It has diminishing returns and only pays out $40,000 total. If you used it for college you'd get more in just housing allowance alone.
I’m a non union 5th year apprentice and our schooling is structured similar to union where I have to take 4 weeks off out of the year for classroom education. But my favorite thing is building something up and getting to see it work how it was designed to (on the first try haha)!
It is awesome. Yeah I have to say the education structure really differs from place to place!
Keep at it work and don’t forget to study because only 19% of apprentices pass the exam in California. There is only 30,000 registered CERTIFIED electricians in CA ever since testing began. The odds might be against you but if you take your career seriously you should be able to succeed
What was the exam like in nun union
@@kenaanwilliams3245 it’s the state’s test (I’m in California) so it’s the same for everyone. But it wasn’t hard for me, I finished with over an hour to spare
I've listened to this video like 6 times already! I'll probably listen to it a few more times. Great video.
Thank you!
Been doing electrical work in Arkansas for almost 7 years and got my journeyman license recently. I love everything about it. Love figuring out problems and sitting back and look at work that I have done. It’s so satisfying. Love teaching and showing newbies the ways of the trade. Only bad thing is laziness, and people who suck up to boss. And being a yes man when you know it’s not the right way or legal way.
At 44, after leaving my first career in Accounting/Finance, recently working side contracting job and being exposed to working on Electrical, I have decided to seek an apprenticeship. Got a call today for interview, many states away so will continue to search before interview. I really enjoy the challenge
Hey man how did it go? I’ve been to 2 interviews and I’m finding it difficult to get my foot in the door
@@jman5258any updates?
I'm excited for you and your future. I've been part of the electrical trade, not licensed though..,.. always loved electrical, did 10 years of hardware retail as an electrical department manager.... do all my own wiring and build and repair lighting and light fixtures. retired now, just tinkering now... but you have a great future... learn as much as you can and expand your knowledge to the computer industry and other "Electrical/Electronics" fields... just don't get electrocuted!
Thank you! Very excited for the future. Yes I am trying to get more knowledgeable about low-voltage and controls. That will open up a lot of doors!
i finished school here in Iceland as electrician and i can tell you it's a fact most companies don't want to hire apprentices and if you can't finish your apprenticeship you can't become electrician.
for every 10 electrician jobs their is only 1 apprentice job and the apprentices don't want to quit even though they have worked in the hour leaving many un-employed including me.
Day 1 of my apprenticeship starts monday. I have absolutely no idea what Im doing, but I get the feeling that problem will solve itself.
How did it go?
You’ll do great!
Hey bro, I'm in the middle of an 18 month Instrumentation & Electrical Technician course. I'm LOVING it. Learning how to troubleshoot industrial machinery, electrical transformers, installing VFD's, & writing PLC's, has been some of the coolest things that I've been able to do/learn about.
Im currently in electronic tech associate degree course and it’s kinda hard lol wish I had your motivation
Right now I am in college but I'm not sure it's right for me. Learning as an apprentice and having a job that's in need sounds great. Thanks for the video and good luck to everyone 👍
Best move you can make man no student loan debt trying to find job once school is finished. Ibew apprenticeship was a life changing move for me
I’m about to start probably this Monday coming up, I’m excited
Congrats man! Best of luck
I really appreciate this video. Been aspiring to work in the trade. Electrician has always been on my mind since I was 10 these really help me say let's do this !!
I’m a 1st year at a union apprenticeship I love it because I get to meet new people everyday and learn everyday it’s a grind that’s worth it !!
What education or classes do I need to apply to be a union apprentice? I am very interested.
@@ovorenzo7408 whatever city you live in you search that with “ local electrical union “ beside it for example since I live in Washington DC I looked up Local Electrical unions near me and called the how to ask how to join , if you tell me your city i tell you your local
@@KinggKwon What about san antonio texas?
I’m a brand new journeyman electrician and getting in this trade was one of the best decisions I’ve made. My apprenticeship was very difficult but I took it like a man and absorbed as much knowledge as I could. Now my biggest problem is deciphering which contractor I want to stick with 😅 currently have 5 opportunities to choose from.
Is apprenticeship unnecessary gatekeeping? Is it challenging because of the work or because of your peers?
@@Olivia-light.joy.and_peace no an apprenticeship is necessary because you need the on job hours and school hours so you can get your journeyman. My experience was difficult because instead of journeyman trying to teach me they all tried to make me quit and when they were unsuccessful they’d fire me “at Will” with no real explanation
@@alexholland322 that's what I mean by unnecessary gatekeeping. Making it harder for people to reach they're level for their own ego.
Alot of people say that "people these days just don't want to work" but really I think it's those in the profession who make a bad name for it. You shouldn't have to kiss anyone's ass to get to be a journeyman or master.
@@alexholland322 I'm sorry they tried to make you quit. There's alot of assholes in the trades, and that's why people won't go for it.
@@Olivia-light.joy.and_peace I thoroughly agree with you if I didn’t learn anything else I learned what not to do so now that I’m a journeyman I have the opportunity to bring people up under me the way I would’ve liked to be brought in instead of sending people to get imaginary tools like wire stretchers and sky benders
I’m a 30 year old female who was lost all my 20s, tried the tried and true healthcare route but it burnt me. Here I am looking at electrical apprenticeship… I think I’m going to jump in and do it.
I just passed my test for the ibew, looking forward for my interview and I hope everything goes well 🙏🏽 God knows I really want this and I’m ready to put in the work !
You can do it!
the electrical apprentice starter pack:
- optimism for learning something that even if you dont like, will be useful some time later in your life
- "don't do that, you're not ready"
- outside people asking why you dont do as much as your coworkers
- "can't believe you don't know how to do this one basic thing"
- Constant disapproval of your opinion because you are young
- "get me that one plier that I forgot I left in my pocket"
- Depression
So true 😂😂
At least when u get home u dont smell like a mechanic ; sprinkler fitter 🥴
Fucking true.
yup because of this comment i’m gonna fuckin do it
It's "Depression" for me.
Thanks bro.. Giving me hope for my impending mid life crisis.
Got kicked out at 17 was in college about to finish my 2 year transfer degree to UW but had to drop out to try and find a place to live and survive. 21 now and am looking to become an apprentice electrician, my step dad is a journeyman I think and has been telling me to do it for years and now finally going to apply. Wish me luck yall I’m tryna change my life around 🙏🏽. I’m a very fast learner and good with my hands as well, my iq is in the 140s. He told me just to do it and if I don’t like it I can stop, I’ll be making way better money so if anything I could save up a certain amount and go back to school and finish my software developer degree while also having a skill I can use for the future 🤷🏾♂️
I start my first day as a Electrical Apprentice on Monday very anxious but excited!
How was it
@@jibnerjuarez4288 it was nerve racking, however I’m learning comercial I would like to do residential I hear it’s easier.
It's very difficult to find a company or someone who's willing to take you on when you have no experience.
I wanted to go in to the construction trade but unfortunately my local Laborer School is down and out. I did some more digging and thankfully there’s 2 more trade schools that offer a variety of work (plumbing,sheet metal,etc.) I just might go in to electrical apprenticeship work because from all the research I’ve done, it looks like such a rewarding job with a lot of demand. I’ve been in the F&B industry for 7 years now and I’m just now realizing I should have quit a long time ago and gotten in to a trade. Thanks for the insight man, this is really helpful in my decision💯
i became a spark in 1967, served a 5 year apprenticeship. completed all my city and guilds, then went out into the wide world. having done my apprenticeship in maintence, i found contracting a hard thing to do. so in 1977, i went back in maintenance electrics, i remained with it it ,at the same company until i retired in 2015. being a spark was the best move i ever made,it gave me a great life style and was a pleasure to go to work every day.
Apprentice! Just finished level 1 electrical class and I start my apprenticeship this Monday excited! Might make some videos of my journey
I would subscribe
Heck yeah I'm sure you will do great, and if you make video about your journey I'd watch
Is there a union in your state? I'm a felon and electrician seems like a good career path. I currently make around 30k a year (asphalt). Google says average for a level 1 is 48k a year what's your thoughts since your further along
Hello , I’m probably a little late for this comment but how do you start I’m currently fresh out of high school & I’m really interested in becoming an electrician & be able to do this but I’m not sure how to start
@@dondada7623 what state are you in?
Very True!! All of it. I started as a shop BOY...(I was 20, they still called me BOY) ...Now I am 47 and work for myself as a Service Electrician. I have never been happier to go to work and do something that even the smartest of person is amazed by. If you are a MAN and you work HARD and ABSORB the trade; From what ALL the parts and fittings are specifically known as....To STAYING POSITIVE...you can do it! If you are BRAND NEW ... Ask questions, be prompt, be Aware. It just gets better and better.
No bs...I think this video is gonna be the change of my life... Thanks Bro for this video💯💯
I’m glad bro. It’s the best decision I made career wise. I’m happy to be doing what I’m doing!
As a kid i was always wanting to be paid to cram unwanted information into my mind.
Trade school is where it’s at.
Its awesome that youre spreading the word about what a good career choice it is to be an electrician. The pay starts out okay and can grow super high after a few years, its well respected and generally isnt boring work as you have so much opportunity to learn and grow (and solve challenges).
Keep up the great content.
I’m nervous, I was offered an apprentice ship by a private contractor. I’m leaving my stable job that I’ve worked hard to get a decent pay at and I have gotten so good. But I’m taking a leap of faith, hoping that I can grasp this amazing line of work and make it my own! Seeing so many comments of fellow tradesmen have me sold and I will give it all I got!
bro good luck!! and remember, life happens. anything can happen, but always stay strong and courageous. much love
Best of luck man! You’ll do great. Just keep up with those around you and ask question
Any update?
i start a 9 month course a month from now and than apprenticeship, for 2 years i cant wait
One of the better videos I’ve watched talking about becoming an electrician apprentice.
Thanks for making this 💪🏼
Definitely have some meditating to do.
This was helpful, just dropped out of school trying to figure what to do and one of our family friends is an electrician he’s like 40 something now but he makes good money and said he’d help me out with I decided to try out an apprenticeship so ima give it a try !
That’s awesome! Good luck!
@@t0mmy1 hows it going
Thanks for the insight. I’m 47 years old. I’ve been a trucking owner operator for 25 years. With decreasing rates, rising fuel costs and strangling regulation I’ve been thinking about the next stage in life. My only electrical experience is DIY projects at the house like changing out plugs and light switches.
I'm a 42 year old trucker, and looking to get into other trades too. Good luck!!
@@thefilmcometh4785 me 3 lol!
Delivery driver here, do you mind me asking what you decided to pursue?
@@340doc No. I’m still trucking.
Love your energy man! I’m heavily considering switching careers and this video gave me some hope
I’m an infantry veteran and have been to school and tried a bunch of jobs , but nothing will make me feel the satisfaction of my work like I did when I was serving. I look forward to starting an apprenticeship
Union apprenticeship programs vary by local. When I started 25 years ago we went to class 2 evenings a week for 3 hours after work like a normal school year. Summer off, 2 weeks off for Christmas, 1 week off in spring for 5 years. So we worked full time year round.
Even though this video is two years old. This gave me some hope.
My current career is a Butcher/Meat cutter been doing it for alittle over a decade and I see signs of it dying. Or, should say, changing in away i cant be proud of my work. I have looked at local butcher shops, but either they arent hireing or on the verge of closing down.
I have been thinking of changing trades, and have been leaning into the electrion feild. I have been exposed to some of it since my dad is very D.I.Y. I may had looked over his shoulder when he was getting his electrical technician degree years ago.
Thank you again, and I'm looking forward to making this change in my life in a couple of months.
Been in the electrical trade for 2 years and I love it I'm commercial, conduit runs are satisfying when you finish themm
Thats very encouraging. Im a mature age person and I have been doing my own solar install and the whole field interests me greatly.
How are we able to tell if the union and or the city we live in will have steady work? Or how do you recommend that we find if a city has stable work if we're willing to relocate? How can we assess if it's a good union or not before becoming a member?
Thank you for posting this video. This is good to know the two different sides of being an electrician
I'v been really thinking about being an electritian my family doesnt believe in me basically because im a girl but i want to do it so badly i want to work hard and do something that i can be proud of and your videos have really been helping me thank you:)))
Do it I’ve seen plenty of woman electricians few amount but it’s growing
I am a member of local union #269 out of Trenton New Jersey (25yrs) our apprentice work 40hrs a wk and go to school 2 nites a wk 3hrs a nite.
Thank you. After years working unhappily I'm deciding to go back to learning at 36. My brother in law and father in law are electricians so I need to get on the team anyway.
My moms job is offering me a 4 year paid program to be an apprentice and I was really debating it I really don’t like school and don’t wanna go back I think ima give this a try especially since it’s free
I really considered being an electrician or plumber in my early 20s (about 15 years ago). My mom talked me out of it (whole other story there) and I’ve regretted ever since. I looked back into during Covid after I got laid, but IBEW wasn’t taking apps at the time and seemed almost everywhere wanted 1-2 years experience. I just happened to check Indeed this weekend and found a couple companies that seem to hire with no experience (K Thompson, JMEG, Cummings Electrical) and am considering it again. Biggest downside I’m worried about is I have 3 kids, oldest being 11. Afraid I’ll have to work a lot in order to make money and will miss out on them. At the same time, I’m willing to make sacrifices to support them. Anyone have stories about going to the field late like this? Also, if anyone knows anything about the companies mentioned, I’d appreciate input.
I wouldn’t worry too much, they can only force you to work 40 hours a week and if you don’t want to work the overtime their running you’ll be shipped to another job where no overtime is needed. Another benefit is we start around 6 which means your out by 2:30 and have the rest of the day! You probably wouldn’t be able to take your kids to school in the morning though!
I left the trade 2 years ago and boy do I wish I hadn’t it’s hard to get back in at the wage I’m currently making in a factory however as a sparky you can top out way higher .
Yeah especially right now with the start out pay at a factory. Over time it is definitely one sided. Hope you can get back into it!
why did you leave
I am Currently 22 years old and I went through an electrical apprenticeship and now have my Masters license, was the best decision I made career wise!!
I have a friend who is a licensed electrician, has been doing it for 30+ years. Out of the blue this week he calls and offers me a job with the electrical service company he manages. They do both service and new construction, residential and commercial. Really considering it. I'm currently driving a truck so it'll be a total change.
Beside your reasons, i like being electrician because its a good workout. I lost from 180 lbs to 150lbs in few couple months.
Hey bud, I am about to start my apprenticeship next week and am a little nervous. This video took a little of the fear away! Thanks Bud!!!
You’ll do great! Just find someone who is good and try to work with them!
Hey how is the apprenticeship going ?!?
I'm in the Low voltage end of things as a first year apprentice and I enjoy going to work and learning something new everyday, multiple times a day. Even just being on a jobsite and watching someone do something you can learn a ton. Its a great balance of using your body and brain at the same time, office work just isn't for me. Being in low voltage is great because a lot of systems are switching over but I would still like to learn some residential work as well. If any of you have any tips on how to get out there and learn something new it would be much appreciated!!!
Lv is the best kept secret
Dude your video is awesome! I’ve been working corporate office sales jobs for the past 7 years since I got out of the military and have been miserable. Been feeling stuck and lost. I’m 33 and have been thinking changing careers about becoming an electrician. I may have to find an apprenticeship and pull the trigger.
Thank you! I appreciate it man. Glad I can help
I'm in my first year of my Electricians Apprenticeship. I do a little bit of both service, and installation/construction. Great Vid!
I am 16 years old and I dropped out of highschool I was in a bad group of friends and they where taking me down the wrong patch but I am glad god had a plan for me bc my dads friend hired me as a apprentice thank you for theses videos god bless you
I'm a JW with 11 years experience, 7 years in service. My job better than video games. I'm about to transition into project management in the EVCI Sector.
Man im coming soon for that apperticeship im 2 months off from high school man im a great worker and I just cant wait to get in this field !
Congrats man! Best of luck!
Hell yea couldn’t have said it any better I’m passionate bout being a sparky. Very good trade and a good start for anyone ⚡️💯👍🏼
I just got a job as a construction electrician apprentice! Idk if that means commercial or industrial yet, show up and work is one of my specialties 😎
Thanks for sharing your experience! Looking to break through and this helped alleviate my concerns. Sending love from Canada!
Im from Germany and an electrican. You told the truth about that. Keep going bro !
Im from Germany and an electrican. You Told the truth about that and we both love knipex. Keep going bro !!
Thank you!
I’m 15 and learning everything I can to become a great electrician and have a career that’ll last
It’s shocking how well you do this job! Keep up the good work!
Thank you!
He delivers his points lighting fast.
I’ve been told to become an electrician etc coz all the adults around me refer not going into a trade and this vid has convinced me ima look for an apprenticeship thnx a lot!
Definitely worth a shot man!
Been thinking about becoming an electrician I think I made my mind up
That’s awesome!
I've worked retail for 14 years. I like moving around and working with my hands and hopping around doing different tasks throughout my day. What I don't like is the unpredictable scheduling that has me working early mornings, late nights, holidays and weekends. What are the hours like for an electrician? Is service more predictable than construction?
Just got an invite for an interview for Mister Sparky Apprenticeship program. I’m excited. I wanna get out of the customer service field and into a career
Solid advice.
Thanks, man.
I’m currently 25, I have a two year degree in vehicle design (community college no debt), and I’m making $19 an hour. I have been job searching for 7 months and I can’t seem to find any jobs with better compensation. I am very frustrated and I feel my mental health slipping sitting 10 hour days at a desk.
I’ve been considering this option, but I can’t tell if my head is in the right place or not. I am very lost. I appreciate this video.
I’m going into trade school for electrical in 3 months and have never been more excited about something.
I’m a 2nd year apprentice with a controls company working out of DC, nice video 👍
When you started out how much knowledge did you have about what to do and we’re you nervous
I know I’m late but maybe another fellow electrician can give me a suggestion, been doing electrical for 5 years, I did start in the service side but I quickly went to the commercial construction side and have excelled at my work, have gotten great opportunities since and spent 3 years exactly in the apprenticeship, however I had to take time off of work, school and life.. literally. I was hit by a car and I literally had to stay bed ridden until case was up. My thing is I’m back at work and I’m the exact same if not better because all that off time I spent studying and watching videos and what not, but I really don’t wanna go back to school anymore, I get tired faster every day, don’t have the energy to even take my dog out at the end of the day. Now mornings are my thing so it’s not like I’m crippled I’m just having a hard time seeing the schooling being a valuable addition to my life anymore so should I and can I skip the rest of it and get credit and just take the test? I feel like I’ve been ready for the last year but I have no idea if that’s even possible, google and TH-cam doesn’t give a definitive answer. I’m just asking if I can get like a sign off and just take the test, if not I was planning on paying for my remaining schooling I have left next semester.
Idk how the hell I ended up here, but I was intrigued and watched the whole thing. Good job fam
Appreciate it!
I'm finding it hard to find work as a green apprentice. It's definitely something that I would like to get into since I enjoy hands-on and learning to solve problems
Nonunion ABC associated builders and contractors school is usually one night a week plus OJT training…usually paid for by the contractor although the student/employee must maintain attendance to all classes and make up missed classes and maintain a passing grade ,, and if that employee drops out than usually he will hav to payback the costs the contractor paid…good content here on your channel!
I’m almost 40, recently divorced and trying to start a new career. Applied for IBEW chapter and got a phone call. They said it will be hard for me to get in with no experience-I’d be competing with 2000 people (only the best 300 are selected) so that is a discouragement. Either that or I can go the “R program” and do OTJ training making $14/hr. I’m feeling discouraged.
I’m in my apprenticeship currently and I think this is the career for me . I just like to see other peoples view of this job .. I have no experience, super green but I love a challenge😎
Would you recommend going the trade school route?
Looking into the limited energy side 😁 after going to University and working dead end jobs, I am looking forward to starting my career 😁
I’m about to get out of the ARMY and I am thinking about becoming a electrician and very interested
So I was in local 26 here in Maryland. Unfortunately I didn't finish and have been away from it for a while. I'm very eager to get back into it, but I'm weary about the placement test because I've been away from the math. But I LOVE IT, so I'm torn
I am 60 retiring, and don't want to stop working, but want something new, is 60 to old to be an apprentice ?
Bro thanks, currently I work in storage as a property manager. I want something that pays more and something I can make a career out of, so I'm gonna give this a try