Basically you're working unlivable wage compensated by long hours/overtime first 3 years. IF you don't burn out and continue with the trade - you might see the light of the day. It's absolutely bananas to pay that low for such work to apprentices. Many companies run their apprentices into the ground, squeeze the most out of them, so be prepared and focus on your end goals! Best of luck and blessings to all of us.
Please go do a trade, get 2 tickets, you are hearing this from someone who did has a degree and diploma... it serves me no purpose, just hangs on the wall and collects dust... I wasted time and money, I wish I can go back, I would have been in the construction industry hands down
Well I hope your in an electrical union and doing well for yourself? It's a very good field of work and from my experience I have not been out of work that often. God Bless
Thanks Jess, really appreciate videos like this as someone looking to get into the electrical trade but has no idea where to start! Looking into applying to the IBEW!
I've been completely self taught doing electrical work on motorcycles and cars in Chicago for about 3 years. I'm feeling more and more confident about a slight career change thanks to your videos! Definitely subscribed.
Opening my eyes a bit, if you work 5 days a week, 8 hours a day, no days missed, you only clock 2080 hours a year. At least you make it through the first term and you get that year increase but sheesh. If you want it, you gotta work for it.
I had 6 months of automotive electrical school and that training and knowledge has made my life easier as an electrician! Knowing and understanding how electricity works makes my job easier. I’ve had good and bad experiences working with union electricians. It seems to me the union mentality is changing where I work. Most of the folks I have worked with wanted to work and be efficient. There was two or three guys that had the old mentality, sleeping in the corner, saying I already ran my quota today! Ran into that 15 years ago and soured me forever about union electricians. I know that probably isn’t the norm, but that was my experience. I make pretty good money, but benefits are nowhere near as good.
i read your comment entirely. quick question for u brother. do you regret going to school? would you recommend the 1 year electrical techniques program? would appreciate your time
@Mohdzn not sure what the 1 year electrical techniques school is, but any schooling (on or off the job) would be beneficial. In Montana, the apprentice program folks are doing an accelerated program where the school is done in 2 years, not 4 as it's been for a Tradesman. There are still the 8,000 hours on the job required, but less school. I think unless people apply themselves and take it upon themselves to learn all they can about their trade, we are asking for a less desirable product with our younger tradesman. I don't know anything about what the unions do.
I’m looking to get into the ibew in my area (ohio) with my application I have to have a credit in algebra. I didn’t take algebra in school so I could an online course that will give me that credit. The videos I’ve seen of others they don’t mention any of that for them to get in. Did you run into that when you were applying? I know all locals are different so that might be just for my area. Love your videos
I’m 17 and doing research on what trades I should learn when I graduate. this was very informing and helpful I really don’t see myself going. to college so thank you I. was a little concerned about what I would do when I graduate
Very informative. I’m taking a pre-apprentice course in Ontario now and will be applying to jobs soon. Union or non-Union, I’m not sure what route to take. How are the people you’ve worked with when it comes to showing you the ropes?
@ yes. I found a job about 2 months after I finished the course. I think I got registered about 6 months afterwards. Still with the same company now. Non- Union though.
Thank you for your videos ... I am very motivated ... I am an elderly person, and I want to enter the theme of residential electrician ... I liked life. I come from a country in South America and there I study electricity learning, I did Some jobs at that time. But almost 35 years have passed ... Life I take another way, I'm not regretting it, it was wonderful, but I don't want to give myself to the delivery that I can't resume the electricity today. I do not know if there is any government program that sponsored me for a short study (because time no longer gives me to make a university career) .. with what idea could you help me ... thanks to read this. (I live in Orlando Florida)
I've really been wondering about becoming an electrician. Im currently working in film as a painter and I think this would also be more stable. It's math a large part of the job?
Hi Jessica, thank you for your video. I'm 40 years old with WC jobs. I want to get into electrician trades. Is age can be an obstacle to get apprenticeship through union? Thank you
Can anyone let me know if going into the military straight out of high school, then getting my college paid for, then once I’m done with college go to trade school is a smart idea🤔
Probably the smartest idea there are some programs that help you learn and find a job. But military is definitely the best way to go they actually take care of you while you’re getting educated and the job market opens way more when you’re a veteran
Good morning Jess, in Spain, are you studying Vocational Training or an occupation course on electricity? And you could register as an electrician. I had to take an exam and present myself to the general management of industry. In Spain if you are not self-employed there is an agreement and you have to work about 1,800 hours a year and you pay as an Officer 1 of electrician €1,300 x 14 with 2 extra payments and 22 days of vacation.
What's the easiest way to be electrician in the U.S.? I'm new here in California and wanna be electrician. Is it possible with 1 year of training to be employed? Is there such training?
I got into CUSW after doing Pre Apprenticeship, is the union good ? Currently working with high rise construction but I wanna apply for resident or OPG, what do you suggest.
female here, looking to go into the trades as an electrician. It feels good to know there's females on the trade. I wanted to ask, how does it feel to be in the minority? I am scared of not being taken seriously...
Union teaches mostly commercial I know a friend of mine that's got 18 years as a journeyman and still does not know how to wire his own house or troubleshoot live wires. And from the shape of your body you're right it don't look like an electrician you probably tried to do it with a friend and now you don't even look like you could lift a roll of wire😅 but if you are an electrician right why don't you prove it and show a video of you doing electrical let's see how you do it😊
I don't understand how a woman can be an electrician apprentice I'm one week apprentice and I'm already tired of this job. I had to deal with super dirty ceiling, dig a channel outside a building for outdoor lights.
The trades aren't for everyone. Some prefer a desk job where the A/C blows cold in the summers and heater warms your toes when it's cold. Every job has it's benefits and downsides. I personally prefer withdrawing from my uber fat trust fund.
Basically you're working unlivable wage compensated by long hours/overtime first 3 years. IF you don't burn out and continue with the trade - you might see the light of the day. It's absolutely bananas to pay that low for such work to apprentices. Many companies run their apprentices into the ground, squeeze the most out of them, so be prepared and focus on your end goals! Best of luck and blessings to all of us.
i’m in my senior year of highschool and really uncertain about my future but your videos have been very helpful and guiding, thanks.
If you put in your years into this trade youll probably be set to choose another career move along the way or after.
I recommend you don’t take a break right after high school
Please go do a trade, get 2 tickets, you are hearing this from someone who did has a degree and diploma... it serves me no purpose, just hangs on the wall and collects dust... I wasted time and money, I wish I can go back, I would have been in the construction industry hands down
Well I hope your in an electrical union and doing well for yourself? It's a very good field of work and from my experience I have not been out of work that often. God Bless
Thanks Jess, really appreciate videos like this as someone looking to get into the electrical trade but has no idea where to start! Looking into applying to the IBEW!
Yessss do it!!! 🙏🏻 thanks so much for the support
Jess keep building your career as an electrician. I support all females in this field. It's been very good to me. God Bless
Love seeing people getting into the trades! I am a 3rd year HVAC apprentice in Ontario Local 787 another good path for people to take.
Hey, did you apply through Orac ? Was it difficult to get in and do they require some sort of experience before you apply ?
It’s so hard to get apprenticeships these days no one is replying back to me
So awesome to see women leading this! Thank you, very interested on getting in the field
I've been completely self taught doing electrical work on motorcycles and cars in Chicago for about 3 years. I'm feeling more and more confident about a slight career change thanks to your videos! Definitely subscribed.
I’m gonna take my aptitude test soon to try and get into an apprenticeship and you really give me hope and inspo ❤
Omg yessss! UA-cam and google some examples so you can be prepared, you got this🙏🏻
37, been struggling to find a job and now looking into becoming an electrician to better my life. This video has helped alot. Thank you!
Good luck Peter!
age is just a number my friend
love your videos! I’m starting my residential apprenticeship in Oregon!
thanks jess for sharing answers on apprenticeship have a great day be safe
Thanks so much!! You as well 😊
Opening my eyes a bit, if you work 5 days a week, 8 hours a day, no days missed, you only clock 2080 hours a year. At least you make it through the first term and you get that year increase but sheesh. If you want it, you gotta work for it.
Thanks for the informative video
thank you for your insight and sharing, really awesome & valuable to seeee :)
Really helpful info, Jess - thanks for this!
I had 6 months of automotive electrical school and that training and knowledge has made my life easier as an electrician! Knowing and understanding how electricity works makes my job easier. I’ve had good and bad experiences working with union electricians. It seems to me the union mentality is changing where I work. Most of the folks I have worked with wanted to work and be efficient. There was two or three guys that had the old mentality, sleeping in the corner, saying I already ran my quota today! Ran into that 15 years ago and soured me forever about union electricians. I know that probably isn’t the norm, but that was my experience. I make pretty good money, but benefits are nowhere near as good.
i read your comment entirely. quick question for u brother. do you regret going to school? would you recommend the 1 year electrical techniques program? would appreciate your time
@Mohdzn not sure what the 1 year electrical techniques school is, but any schooling (on or off the job) would be beneficial. In Montana, the apprentice program folks are doing an accelerated program where the school is done in 2 years, not 4 as it's been for a Tradesman. There are still the 8,000 hours on the job required, but less school. I think unless people apply themselves and take it upon themselves to learn all they can about their trade, we are asking for a less desirable product with our younger tradesman. I don't know anything about what the unions do.
Thank you for this info, im currently trying to decide what to do with my life, im leaning towards electrical, this helps big time
You’re so welcome! I recommend watching ElectricianU for some real life examples of what kind of tasks you’d be doing on the job :)
Hi Jess- what happens if you don’t finish by 5th year all your schooling and working for the union as an apprentice?
Overtime is time and 1/2
very helpful video，thanks Jess
Thank you.
I’m looking to get into the ibew in my area (ohio) with my application I have to have a credit in algebra. I didn’t take algebra in school so I could an online course that will give me that credit. The videos I’ve seen of others they don’t mention any of that for them to get in. Did you run into that when you were applying? I know all locals are different so that might be just for my area. Love your videos
I’m 17 and doing research on what trades I should learn when I graduate. this was very informing and helpful I really don’t see myself going. to college so thank you I. was a little concerned about what I would do when I graduate
Very informative. I’m taking a pre-apprentice course in Ontario now and will be applying to jobs soon. Union or non-Union, I’m not sure what route to take. How are the people you’ve worked with when it comes to showing you the ropes?
WHAT PRE APPRENTISH PROGRAM?
@@StreamsInTheSpotlight North American trade schools in Brampton. 8th month intensive course.
@@GBlaquedid u finish the course? Did you find a job?
@ yes. I found a job about 2 months after I finished the course. I think I got registered about 6 months afterwards. Still with the same company now. Non- Union though.
Thank you for your videos ... I am very motivated ... I am an elderly person, and I want to enter the theme of residential electrician ... I liked life. I come from a country in South America and there I study electricity learning, I did Some jobs at that time. But almost 35 years have passed ... Life I take another way, I'm not regretting it, it was wonderful, but I don't want to give myself to the delivery that I can't resume the electricity today. I do not know if there is any government program that sponsored me for a short study (because time no longer gives me to make a university career) .. with what idea could you help me ... thanks to read this. (I live in Orlando Florida)
We do 4 yrs
Im wondering about your what hours u end up working
Union pays more! Non union has more work.
My dad was IBEW Local 3
What if you’re already an experienced electrician and try to enter the union. How much of a difference is the route?
The IBEW apprenticeship application process in USA was little different.
@jessthesparky What did you mean at the end by "I think the pay will get worse"? Why do you think that might happen?
I've really been wondering about becoming an electrician. Im currently working in film as a painter and I think this would also be more stable.
It's math a large part of the job?
Hi Jessica, thank you for your video.
I'm 40 years old with WC jobs. I want to get into electrician trades. Is age can be an obstacle to get apprenticeship through union? Thank you
Can anyone let me know if going into the military straight out of high school, then getting my college paid for, then once I’m done with college go to trade school is a smart idea🤔
Probably the smartest idea there are some programs that help you learn and find a job. But military is definitely the best way to go they actually take care of you while you’re getting educated and the job market opens way more when you’re a veteran
Good morning Jess, in Spain, are you studying Vocational Training or an occupation course on electricity? And you could register as an electrician. I had to take an exam and present myself to the general management of industry. In Spain if you are not self-employed there is an agreement and you have to work about 1,800 hours a year and you pay as an Officer 1 of electrician €1,300 x 14 with 2 extra payments and 22 days of vacation.
Then they send to school night
What's the easiest way to be electrician in the U.S.? I'm new here in California and wanna be electrician. Is it possible with 1 year of training to be employed? Is there such training?
are the dollars you mentioned cad or usd?
does going to a trade school improve your chances of getting accepted into the ibew?
Hey could you explain what you said at 9:15 please😦. So you worked for 5 months straight, but u were only paid as if it was 40 hr weeks??
You get paid for all hours you worked. However, you can only submit 40 hours per week towards the school required hours. That's what I understood.
I got into CUSW after doing Pre Apprenticeship, is the union good ? Currently working with high rise construction but I wanna apply for resident or OPG, what do you suggest.
cool...
This is very beautiful electrician 😗
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Not so hard . Apply at the local ibew
female here, looking to go into the trades as an electrician. It feels good to know there's females on the trade. I wanted to ask, how does it feel to be in the minority? I am scared of not being taken seriously...
Union teaches mostly commercial I know a friend of mine that's got 18 years as a journeyman and still does not know how to wire his own house or troubleshoot live wires. And from the shape of your body you're right it don't look like an electrician you probably tried to do it with a friend and now you don't even look like you could lift a roll of wire😅 but if you are an electrician right why don't you prove it and show a video of you doing electrical let's see how you do it😊
My professor sucks learn more watching u then I go to trade school
I wouldn’t say that you don’t look like an electrician but I will say you look like Nicolas cage
U cant be licensed as a union electricians
I don't understand how a woman can be an electrician apprentice
I'm one week apprentice and I'm already tired of this job. I had to deal with super dirty ceiling, dig a channel outside a building for outdoor lights.
Hey that’s what we signed up for! 😉
The trades aren't for everyone. Some prefer a desk job where the A/C blows cold in the summers and heater warms your toes when it's cold. Every job has it's benefits and downsides.
I personally prefer withdrawing from my uber fat trust fund.
Is this the same thing for journeyman? Like dirty ceilings and digging for outdoor lights?
Don’t get into aviation maintenance.
Union electricians make better money
Go Iowa lol
Electricians don't have a particular look.
No if your not a union electrician you get paid bull shit money, unless you have your own business
Woman become electricians