I'm 23 and changing my career path to the electrical trade. Just looking for some pointers. I start last week of May and I'm very eager but I want to be prepared. Anything will help thank you
I'm starting soon just wondering some good pointers
Hello! I'm 23 and I've started taking steps toward a new career. I'm starting in a non union shop the last week of May. I am fairly new to the trades I have been a supervisor in food service for the past 5 years and really was looking for a hands on change.
I've been a glazier helper the past month learning how to install windows and cut glass. I've really enjoyed it the being outside and hands on learning. but I am making the shift to electrical as a long term career goal ( glazier was fully supportive knowing I wanted this from the get go )
The contractor I am starting for is very well respected and does both residential and commercial work. He told me I don't have to bring any tools or anything and just asks I show up on time for my first day which is no problem for me. My previous job had me at a 430 am start most of the time. Is there anything I should do to prepare myself. It's always a little nerve wrecking starting something new but I am very eager and excited to learn the ins and outs of the trade.
Also I am starting the electrical NCCER level 1 boces course in the fall to help me build a resume out for my local union 25 as it's very very competitive to get into. So I'm hoping by the time applications open up next year I'll have my boces certificate and a year of experience under my belt to boost me up on the ranking lists.
I would appreciate any tips advice and stories from any of you. Thank you.
Hello! I'm 23 and I've started taking steps toward a new career. I'm starting in a non union shop the last week of May. I am fairly new to the trades I have been a supervisor in food service for the past 5 years and really was looking for a hands on change.
I've been a glazier helper the past month learning how to install windows and cut glass. I've really enjoyed it the being outside and hands on learning. but I am making the shift to electrical as a long term career goal ( glazier was fully supportive knowing I wanted this from the get go )
The contractor I am starting for is very well respected and does both residential and commercial work. He told me I don't have to bring any tools or anything and just asks I show up on time for my first day which is no problem for me. My previous job had me at a 430 am start most of the time. Is there anything I should do to prepare myself. It's always a little nerve wrecking starting something new but I am very eager and excited to learn the ins and outs of the trade.
Also I am starting the electrical NCCER level 1 boces course in the fall to help me build a resume out for my local union 25 as it's very very competitive to get into. So I'm hoping by the time applications open up next year I'll have my boces certificate and a year of experience under my belt to boost me up on the ranking lists.
I would appreciate any tips advice and stories from any of you. Thank you.