5 Things To Consider Before Becoming An Electrician

[@nicholasbranch5781]

Thanks Shaggy

[@DailyElectrician]

my pleasure

[@jayliche3266]

Should’ve said welcome scooby

[@DailyElectrician]

😂

[@stanmoney8470]

😅😅😅😂😂😂😂 why you had to call him shaggy! I'm on the floor brother😂! But he's telling the absolute truth!

[@stanmoney8470]

Work is not always steady in construction though!

[@bashrodriguez3790]

I'd just like to throw in a bit of my perspective too: I found that when I was doing construction and working to be an electrician that you weren't just working a 8 hour day. Depending on the job site, your commute could be an hour away both directions, add 2hrs to your day. If I factored in the time I'd have to wake up in the morning to get to work on time, the commute, preparing my clothes and gear every night before work, meal prep and other things, it truly felt like my days were more like 12-14hrs. Plus that meant I'd have to wait for the weekend to grocery shop and do chores to maintain a clean home, it felt like I didn't even have a full weekend for myself. This may not resonate with some folks that read it, but the time spent getting ready for your job the next day IS work. One last bit of advice, do not work for a company that only pays you if you're on site, that's exploitation. If you are required to show up to the shop to load materials before going to the jobsite, that's labor and you demand you get paid for it. Get paid for every minute you do something for your employer. Thanks for uploading this video!

[@moonflower761]

This was my man's exact perspective when I met him, the commute, meal prep, preparing work clothes, maintaining a clean home, laundry, grocery shopping, it adds up!! He's been a commercial electrician for 16 years now. Everyone wants to live in the Inland Empire and has to commute to the surrounding cities for work. I could not agree with you more Sebastian. Just know there are people just like you out there, working hard shouldn't come at a price.

[@cody8860]

@@Matt-bz8te The difference is if you're in a service job, or any job that requires you to attend a single location rarely relocating to new sites you can rent/buy closer to the site but for a lot of electricians, plumbers and construction jobs they have to travel extended distances. That can leave less time and energy for meal prep, cleaning, laundry or social life. But the pays decent and factors this in, at least in my country.

[@382u3uuej]

Isn't that just being an adult? Cooking and commute to work are things you need to do at any job, 8 hours or work,1 hour of lunch, 2 hours of commute, when you get home you take a shower and eat whatever you cooked the day before or cook something new if you have nothing, but that's with any job you will have, I don't know you age but I'm 30 and that's everywhere, when you are an adult you get up at around 6:30, get to work at 8 and get home at 6pm, then you have around 4 hours to yourself and you go to bed, your free time is on weekends, also I recommend you order food online and have your supermaket deliver it, I have been doing that for over a year and it saves time plus you can buy things with discount more easily. Even if you are busy if you think about it you still have 20 free hours during the work days and the whole day free during the weekend, you still have time to do stuff if you know how to make it count.

[@DailyElectrician]

haha

[@xxx0ox0]

​no most adult jobs you show up to work and if you are expected to travel you get paid extra. Keep getting scammed

[@AbeAlexander]

"It really gets to you after a wire...i mean while." LOL Classic electrician word jumble. 2:10

[@DailyElectrician]

haha

[@Aquatic_Amigo]

Abe Alexander hahahahaha 😂

[@TheCoffeeNut711]

Just finished my 2nd week in construction as an apprentice. All I get to do is drill metallic boxes for switches and receptacles. Is it boring? Yes. Do I want to do something more challenging? Yes. Will I complain to my bosses who are actually nice? No. Just got to be patient for them to teach me more cool stuff

[@DailyElectrician]

yeah it'll get better and easier

[@iMarimbaFTW]

Hey man, it could always be worse. Imagine sitting in a cubicle all day.

[@TheCoffeeNut711]

@@iMarimbaFTW Now that would be a nightmare.

[@DailyElectrician]

i'd have to try it before i judged it

[@Hunter-sf6dd]

The Coffee Nut are you onto more interesting stuff?

[@electropentatonic]

The cool part about the electrical industry is there are SO many more sides to the industry than a construction site. I worked construction through my years of apprenticeship, working as a journeyman and then as a foreman. I eventually moved into the maintenance side for a large school district where we maintain and repair these systems from 21kv down to 120. I think industrial maintenance is a much funner side of the industry and it pays the same. You get to solve problems all day rather than new installation. On a side note, never let anybody treat you like garbage. That is not a requirement of being an electrician (or any job) and allowing someone to make you feel worthless will follow you to every job.

[@DailyElectrician]

thanks for the info! appreciate it! 🔥🔥🔥

[@tacoblend3246]

Well said, and thanks for the input. I recently picked up an apprenticeship and they treated me like shit the first day, and continue to. They told me a couple pointers at the beginning and then made fun of me for not knowing anything, despite never doing that work in my life. Word is the company lost 15 people a few months back, now that fact just ties everything into a shitty bow.

[@DailyElectrician]

I'm sorry to hear that, and i've been there! you should leave and d another place asap :) Wish you the best!

[@tacoblend3246]

@@DailyElectrician Thanks kind stranger i will keep moving forward

[@100XPercentX]

im scared of gettign shocked.

[@Giogiogio4]

Holy shit it's shaggy

[@DailyElectrician]

lolz

[@YouTubeAIbot]

Zoinks

[@christiangonzalez2646]

Pass the weed

[@DailyElectrician]

never smoked

[@zayneali3148]

LOL

[@joshwalczak8115]

I’m a young electrician (28 yrs old been doing it 8 yrs) the best thing you can do is shop a good pay rate with diffrent contractors. Also apply at your local union and get in right away.

[@esskillz9967]

hey, I am 17 right now and I have no experience and will the ibew accept me? Ofcourse this is after i graduate.

[@jayjay2167]

Ess Killz I heard u apply at a local union take a test ..Math included(if pass ) , then get interviewed

[@esskillz9967]

@@jayjay2167 okay thanks :)

[@DailyElectrician]

not at all

[@tylerclark5086]

Ess Killz although I’m 22 I had no experience and I got accepted. It’s a process but don’t be afraid to jump in

[@verloaded2564]

I'm a failed Computer Science kid, went into it to attempt to make my Father proud. Now I'm looking into becoming a Tradesman for Aircraft Mechanic, Electrician or HAVC. I know for sure these careers are not easy but they are not impossible either, I just need to apply myself and do good work. I am trying to get into an apprenticeship as Trade school seems too expensive at the moment.

[@thebigbang7630]

u got this bro

[@light_year6964]

Trade school is garbage anyway. Unless you have the time/money to put yourself through that, just try to find a union or non-union apprenticeship program!

[@PhatCardsTCG]

Dude we are in the same EXACT boat.

[@DailyElectrician]

you guys can do it ❤️

[@PhatCardsTCG]

@@blackpilled_taurean7056 nice! I just got an apprenticeship at a local company i Start next week

[@thomasgoller7621]

I hired a local electrician to do the wiring in my basement and he showed me how to wire the lights and outlets once I got the drywall up and finished. Got to know him pretty well because we have mutual friends and the same interests and hobbies. He called me a couple days ago and out of the blue offers me a job with the electrical service company he manages. Obviously I'd have to go to trade school while working for them but he said if I did well in trade school the company would reimburse me for the school once I'm done. Itll be a total career change for me as I currently drive a truck but I'm really considering it. Once I become licensed he said pay is 35-48 an hr, I'll get a company van and all power tools are purchased by the company. Currently making 25 an hr so I'm going to try to negotiate for that while going to school. I live in southern Indiana which doesn't require a license but some of the local municipalities in the area in which they do jobs do require a license so the company and it's electricians are licensed in KY which is just a few miles drive.

[@DailyElectrician]

awesome!

[@cadencannon222]

Did you take the job? If so, how’s it working out? If not, why not and how’s that working?

[@bullainsworth3130]

Most of the things you’ve mentioned apply to just about all trade jobs buddy. I’ve been working in the trades for nearly 30 years and running my own HVAC and home maintenance company for the last 15. From grounds and facilities maintenance, carpentry, painting, electrical to sales. All in all I’ve worked for and with good people and bad people. I’ve worked in good conditions and bad conditions. Not that you asked, but the best advice I could give is to know your craft, be confident and decisive, respect everyone on the job (even if they don’t reciprocate!), own up to mistakes, and work hard till the job is done. Everything else will take care of itself. You do that and before you know it you’ll be the go to guy on the job site. God bless!

[@zestooo6932]

Should i be an hvac tech?

[@DailyElectrician]

❤️

[@jaboris2x843]

How much u make that’s my goal to have a company like yours I’m 18 and going to try and being towards a career as an electrician

[@DailyElectrician]

if you want to zestooo

[@contramachina354]

Your first name is Bull because what you're saying should be taken with a grain of salt. Frankly, Mr. Bull, what you're saying is bullshit. You sound like a guy who "had a really good mentor" or "grew up doing this with your Dad/Uncle." You don't sound like a guy who started from the Ground up doing commercial electric work in a busy city, like say, New York City.

[@JohnThomas-lq5qp]

As a second generation sparky who spent 50 years in this great trade can give you a few tips. Never enter a job just for possible high pay. Work at something that challenges you and find rewarding. Never cut corners. Be on time, though family must come first you must be available to stay late on emergencies and yes work weekends. I have worked every holiday at least 10 times each due to planned shutdowns, switch gear replacement, fired etc. Purchase quality tools and keep your PPE clean and have rubber gloves inspected, tested & date stamped every 6 months. Never sell your soul or be a whore by securing an electrical permit for anybody. Keep up with all codes. Had a best friend beg me to get his brother a permit for a pizza shop he wired. Told him nope. Not today oy any day. 6 months later placed burnt down from an electrical fire and I would have been sued big time.

[@stalinspfeife9499]

I am an electrician and i dont regret it. Yes it is tough, but if you want to learn as much as possible and being able to help yourself out of almost every trouble, do it!

[@basiclove2489]

What kind of electrician are you?

[@stalinspfeife9499]

@@basiclove2489 a good one. Electrical installations, comissioning, maintaining, field service, solving maulfunctions

[@basiclove2489]

@@stalinspfeife9499 I mean like I want to try residential electrician is that a major you specified in?

[@stalinspfeife9499]

@@basiclove2489 i've started as an appretice for electrical installations, i assume as a residetial electrician it could be the same. You will learn all the basics about electricity. I have started like that. After my graduation i've specified in fire detecting panels/devices. If you are not qualified you should apply as an apprentice so you can graduate. But as a helper/trainee without degree you will stay in this position forever, you'll need the degree in future. after that you can specify how you want where you want. But as a residential electrician its not a bad start at all. Straight from scratch. How much do you know about buildings? What is your profession

[@basiclove2489]

@@stalinspfeife9499 I know nothing tbh I’ve worked at a different field but this was something that caught my attention but didn’t know anyone that went down that path

[@jayart8751]

You forgot to mention that it takes 8000 hours or 4 years if you work 40 hrs a week to get the actual electrician license so you'll be an apprentice for 4 years or maybe 3 if you do a lot of OT and even if you go to trade school you still have to be an apprentice for a few years as well, you'll just go in knowing more than someone starting from scratch

[@mylesmccunningham5520]

I completely feel you on the bad work environment part. I’m currently 18 years old and I’ve been framing for my dads company for 3 or 4 years now and no matter what I did he’s always put me down. If I made a a screw up I wouldn’t here the end of it and just constantly get called retarded and dumb (by my own father) and it would get brought home with me (as I live with my dad) and if I don’t understand something and ask questions he says “figure it out or calls me stupid” he’s just constantly making me feel dumb and it made me lose all motivation. I just don’t feel appreciated even tho I feel I should be shown some appreciation as I am the one driving the tools to work everyday and throughout my whole time working for him I have never missed a day even when he was out of town. I just recently quit because I couldn’t take it anymore and I’m staying at my moms house trying to get into apprenticing in electrical! But I know I will enjoy it! I’ve been studying it/ looking into it a lot and I’m excited to get a opportunity! Thank you for the video just thought I’d share my story

[@hobissprite928]

I'm sorry working with your dad was so rough. I'm glad you finally took action and decided to do something that interests you. I wish you the best of luck!

[@DailyElectrician]

dang im so sorry that sounds like it was really hard. im proud you left and are pursuing another choice. I wish you success and happiness ❤️ thanks so much for sharing. keep me posted of your progress 🙏🏼

[@damianhernandez8484]

Mylesmc Cunningham,same,my dad always makes me feel negative and make me feel unmotivated and calls me stupid or retarted when I don’t do something right,even if it’s the first time doing it.

[@andreo.7633]

That hell with that fucking asshole. Thats not ur father. He just got lucky one night. To hell with him. Similar w my pops. U dont need to he put down Aby ur own family. FOH U got this man. U can do it.

[@unerone4155]

He’s teaching you young how mean the world is and how to be tough, better sooner then later to have tough skin. Not saying disrespect is good but let’s say tough love. Don’t listen to these guys talking about “fuck that guy you don’t need him”. Your dad will always be your dad that will never change. You’ll know when your older. Shit I’m only 21 but felt the same. Time heals all

[@bencollins9099]

It's a trade if you're gonna have a problem with people cussing dont go into any trade

[@DailyElectrician]

hence the video about this.

[@marcmedrano7753]

@ben Collins fuck up

[@tylerbachman9049]

@@marcmedrano7753?

[@Hallo-yv1ks]

Hahhahaha so true

[@yaheem59]

OR its a fucking work environment so need to be a fucking professional!!!!!

[@warriorthawitt9971]

#3. For me, any job is more about the people and not the actual work. I've heard some people say that being a part of a union instead of working for someone is better as in, get more money and less likely to be treated like shit. Considering becoming an electrician.

[@JCC56]

Starting out as an apprentice is rough at first, especially when you know nothing at all. Hopefully you get to work with good journeyman electricians and great contractors. It can be a great career choice.

[@salty8544]

It's hard to not get injuries, they make you do manual labour

[@TonyGonz69]

Forgotten sloth, obviously it’s a mans job not some little bitches job

[@anthonyeisses1266]

Thanks for the vid CorvetteKid, keep it up! I like the down to earth approach...and as you hinted at, there are those of us who actually prefer not to hear profanity all day. I've been an electrician for eight years, and definitely some job sites where the crude language and cursing is present. But as an electrician there is lots of work when you are by yourself, and work that is not on the bigger jobs where the cursing and negativity is more prevalent. Ultimately what matters more in a job is who do you work with and who do you answer to. Find a good boss and you're likely to find good co-workers too.

[@DailyElectrician]

Appreciate the comment, for sure! Coworkers/Leaders make a world of difference, either good or bad lol

[@Julesdapimp]

Looking into it because it doesnt seem too hard to get started and people are making 100k+ 😳 but im not good with heights i was wondering as an electricion will i be on tall buildings often or in high up areas?

[@DailyElectrician]

really just depends on who you work for

[@anthonyeisses1266]

Yeah, it does depend on the type of work, but usually jobs in any sector involve some work to install lights and other electrical higher up. The other question is how scared of heights? If climbing an 8’ ladder or being on a lift 20’ up is too much it would be hard to make it as an electrician. But some fears can be overcome too : )

[@Julesdapimp]

@@anthonyeisses1266 yeah like i would be fine on top of like a normal house a 2 story house would be too much for me to just be on top of but being on around a 20 feet on a roof id most likely be scared but on a lift i think i would be fine maybe a little spooked

[@americanpride9733]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It really helps people like me out who need to figure out what theyre gonna do for a living

[@DailyElectrician]

Glad you found it useful! :)

[@Austin-sk9sp]

Most motivating video I’ve seen today, kept it simple & went straight to the point. Ty Brother.

[@DailyElectrician]

Awesome, happy to hear that ☺️ Thanks!

[@osvaldo0593]

hey man so i'm graduating this year from high school i don't know anything that has to do with Electrical i wanna be an electrician because of the money ..i'm planning of going to a trade school when i graduate so i can start learning. What are some tips you can give me?

[@DailyElectrician]

First I would say don't do it for the money, but see if you like it and then continue if you do. I have 3 videos in mind that might help you, let me know if they help. Wish you the best! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZLMYoZ3rq1jqLs kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5mQaZ6jp7xosKc kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5mngqmLhc6Wpqc

[@osvaldo0593]

TheCorvetteKid thanks man I will check them out for sure

[@luissantibanez3081]

The ideal electrician is a person who loves physical work but would rather do mental work someone who is good with tools as well as math as well with a shovel. Brains and grit. Hyper is a plus.

[@colelynch7250]

I just started my new apprenticeship for an electrician on Monday and all I do is clean and bring stuff in and out of sights

[@DailyElectrician]

nice, easy money

[@stn7172]

How did you start your apprenticeship and where? Pls

[@TexasMan77]

I’m thinking about it but am 43, is that too old? Thanks..

[@markaltamirano4640]

I am 53 and I am a fourth year IBEW Apprentice. So, no you are never too old if you have the drive and motivation.

[@DailyElectrician]

Agreed, never too old. Had a coworker starting in his 60's and another guy I worked with started at 45. Never too late.

[@caueklein5076]

Mark Altamirano ohh that’s very inspirational, thanks for sharing. If you don’t mind me asking, did you do the Cert II in Electrotechnology to find employment? What are your thoughts in doing it for a mature age apprenticeship? Thanks

[@Dman4901]

@@markaltamirano4640 did the pay increase after each year

[@markaltamirano4640]

I’m getting a 10 percent raise every year until I become a journeyman, or over 4 dollars an hour raise every year. You have to work at least 1800 hrs. in a year and pass your classes tests but that is easy.

[@niallooo]

Pepe silvia this name keeps comin up, i got boxes full of pepe, i go up to carols office and i say CAROL

[@TheCooksTV]

1:58 sounds like working in a kitchen lol I’ve been cooking for 4 years now

[@PeteS_1994]

I’ve been a kitchen porter and don’t like it. I was thinking this though.

[@thisdude1286]

Do you travel a lot as a career? I heard electrians drive up too 100 miles sometimes in order to work and seem to be driving 20-50 miles daily I assume. Is this true ?

[@DailyElectrician]

i've never travelled much, but occasionally have. it's pretty normal to drive 10-20 miles to a jobsite. hope this helps :)

[@BigWalka]

@@DailyElectricianare you driving your personal car or a company vehicle?

[@DailyElectrician]

@BigWalka personal currently

[@jadenomeara7773]

Not sure if this comment section is still active 4 years later lol, but quick question. I am 17 years old in high school looking to become an electrician. I’m currently going into my second year of this program called Monroe2boces in western ny that teaches a lot of aspect of residential and commercial electrical work. So I will have good experience coming out of high school. My question is, how will this affect the requirements for getting in with the union or another company? Will I have to go to another trade school?

[@DailyElectrician]

Each states requirements are different but most likely you will have to go to another school to get your license but your schooling might look good on a resume

[@lucidtickle8347]

It can be really tedious a lot lol

[@DailyElectrician]

yeah just depends on your mood too haha

[@schlookie]

Most jobs are.

[@azlizzie]

I’m 5’5” and somewhat small. I know there aren’t very many females in trades in general. But are there any small women? I’m not afraid of manual labor. I’ve been interested in electrical for a couple years.

[@lui1367]

yeah when i was in trade school b4 rona, we had a girl in my class that was small and was graduating she got a job and the fact that shes a women makes her a better candidate on paper

[@DailyElectrician]

how small? size shouldnt matter :)

[@azlizzie]

TheCorvetteKid 5’5” , athletic build

[@DailyElectrician]

you'd do fine :)

[@azlizzie]

TheCorvetteKid I’m battling myself only cause I am contracted to teach the rest of the school year. Also my wife worries that safety depends on other people not fucking up. So plumbing and welding are the next options.

[@dark8893]

What’s the best trade to get in overall?? And is being an electrician the equivalent of the Air Force for the military?

[@DailyElectrician]

I'm not sure to both of those questions, do whatever job makes you happy :)

[@oscarbear7498]

2:10 "definitely gets to you after a wire...I mean while " those flashbacks tho 😳

[@sawkwar5050]

I’m 15 and I wanna be an electrician for some reason because I just find it appealing and I’m trying to find more about it

[@DailyElectrician]

nice! hope my channel can help :)

[@Arteaga4K]

I'm thinking about trade school for a 7 month electrician program. Is it a good idea before I become an apprentice? Or can I jump straight to it, although I know nothing about the field currently.

[@joeshmoe8952]

If you are good at math then becoming an electrician would be easy for you. If you are terrible at math or don’t like math then I would look into another career.

[@DailyElectrician]

you can jump straight in without trade school

[@tylorj001]

So basically if your sensitive don’t do it 25 n hour I really don’t give a shit what they say pay me lol 😭😭😂😂😂

[@DailyElectrician]

😂

[@nateguerra319]

Pretty much lol I like it tho it’s better then my retail gig I had 3 years ago

[@israel6917]

@@nateguerra319 how’d you start?

[@plaguex1]

This sounds like heaven to me

[@DailyElectrician]

join and enjoy :)

[@lastbornrelic3430]

Have u done it

[@bramboteler5835]

Hey really I enjoy your video I'm 26 out of the military, this stuff looks interesting and just wondering how hard is it to learn?

[@DailyElectrician]

shouldnt be too hard, practice makes progress :)

[@frankiejohnson2702]

It’s easy just don’t be afraid to make mistakes but ask questions if you’re not sure

[@DailyElectrician]

agreed!

[@TexasCardShark]

Take A calculator and divide 480 volts by 1.732 and you come up with 277 volts. Not hard at all.

[@TexasCardShark]

Every hot wire is 180 degrees out of phase excluding the grounded conductor.

[@Rdotr]

Can Canadian electricians work in USA ?

[@DailyElectrician]

as long as they are qualified and know what to do, i don't see why not?

[@happythecat9231]

Not sure to either become a eletrican or plumber. Im not really good at math so should i lean more towards becoming a plumber

[@DailyElectrician]

your choice, do what you wanna do most. worst case switch to the other.

[@ksosb1234]

Give electrical work a try first. You will have to use math in both but you can get help with math. I believe electricians will have a better job outlook years from now.

[@sllothy]

yo im a senior in hs bout to graduate i plan on going to trade school to be a electrician i hv no knowledge on anything in trade school im just researching but i dont know about being a electrician and being treated like shit 50% of the time. if u could maybe give me a couple references on what to go to trade school for please!

[@crazycrookerr]

Any update on how it's going? Really curious how it all turned out

[@DailyElectrician]

I didn't go to trade school so I can't help you out on that one, sorry. Sorry for the late reply. Try to find an apprentiship and avoid a trade school if possible :)

[@sllothy]

@@crazycrookerr damn man 11 months ago i said that and im in community college rn it sucks but idk what to do i kinda want to get into computer science or somethin easier but still kinda clueless :/

[@crazycrookerr]

@@sllothy damn ok. what happened to the electrician idea ? I myself am in 3rd year of college with a degree that ill get me no where so no idea what to do atm lol

[@sllothy]

@@crazycrookerr i dont know im not really interested in that im starting to get into cars a lot so maybe ill go into that field of some sort later because its something i enjoy other than pointless school

[@makesaveinccomm]

Hi guy some one please tell me the different between home depot 2 gauge thhn copper wire and Lowes wire. They both made by southwire but why does lowe list it can only carry max 110 amp while home depot listed on their site 125 amp max. If I don't remember wrong, I think in store even said 130 amp. I plan to run 25-28 feet inside conduit over head inside garrage ceiling. 125 circuit breaker box. Thanks

[@RandomLuckk]

really thinking about becoming a apprentice my dad has been electrician for 20yrs and makes almost $40 a hr. ive been working on cars for almost 2 years and it’s killing my love for cars and i can’t stand flat rate pay. Might leave being a mechanic as a hobby

[@therestorationofdrwho1865]

i'm currently doing a pre-app. my problem is i currently don't have a license. That's my main problem. I hate myself for not having gotten it ages ago like most people. I'm 19 and finished year 12 last year. I really don't know where i'm going in life..... I'm worried about committing and putting in a bunch of effort into something i might not be good at or even enjoy at all.

[@DailyElectrician]

gotta take a chance sometime on something, wish you success in whatever you choose.

[@Quick--]

Update?

[@saladcaesar7716]

The Restoration of Dr Who good luck

[@lolphaynes7757]

Any update???

[@najodo5209]

I’m terrified. I graduated from my electrical course at Moraine like 2 months ago with high honors and shit but this is just scary. There’s still SO fucking much I don’t understand/know and I don’t think I have the memory for it cause I forget things too easily. I want to be dependable and a good worker but I don’t think I’m even good enough at it to start. Idk this is serious work in my eyes and I don’t know if I’m qualified.

[@gaara10122]

Bro im trying to figure out what the fuck to do with my life but my memory is soooo shit :(. Tired of manual labor jobs in factories and warehouses but idk if I can hack it doing anything else :(

[@najodo5209]

87Fox same shit here dude. Been working in retail for 5 years and I don’t know where I’m going

[@eifersuchtkim669]

mmm Im about to start my career in this field and after reading your comment I totally see my future self writing a similar comment somewhere else.... but fuck it, I'll do it until I get fried to a crisp! lol

[@DailyElectrician]

just gotta take the leap. being afraid will get you no where in life. better to try and fail then not try at all. not saying you will fail but you dont know unless you try :)

[@damion1121]

Are you already working in the field? And how are you doing now? The residential part seems simple to me but we’re getting into motors and PLC and I’m kind shitting myself. I get REALLY good grades, I float 95-98 on all my classes but I literally forget so much I learned. My memory isn’t the best either and my code book can’t take anymore sticky notes. Please tell me it’s gets better when you’re in the field.

[@ANONM60D]

Thank you for the insight

[@DailyElectrician]

happy to help :)

[@clongshanks5206]

What if companies/individuals don’t get back with you? I’m interested in being an electrician but haven’t gotten any responses to my inquiries

[@tttttttt8482]

Change yourself ir company

[@gregjameston3210]

I’m an electrician apprentice. Don’t know who he worked for but what he passed on is garbage.

[@DailyElectrician]

cool story

[@hyphyricardo5285]

I’m an iron worker, don’t know if being an electrician would be better?

[@DailyElectrician]

would be less dangerous for sure, about the same wage or a little less

[@Thisismyhandleonyt]

Is there a lot of Math involved with being a Electrician? I’m 16 and pretty bad at Math. Could I still get away being successful still?

[@jessicakelly9110]

lol is there a lot of maths? On the job not so much but in school its all about math's and physics.

[@DailyElectrician]

Just during school there is some involved and just basic math at work 🙂 If you can pass school then you'll be fine in the field 🤘🏻

[@itsDjjayyArt]

@@DailyElectrician but what about the wiring aspect of it I'm decent with math algebra/algebra 2 not good with science at all and not sure on technical stuff that'll have me confused for hours

[@GanjaGabe]

I put my application for apprenticeship in but it can take up to 6 months until they even decide weather to accept you or not. any thoughts on what I can be doing to be productive pre apprenticeship or training. Any books to read or something?

[@DailyElectrician]

pre knowledge doesnt hurt but i wouldnt say its required or needed. videos can help a lot, and ive been making a playlist full of beginner videos if youre interested. no books come to mind for reading except the nec code book.

[@1evilgsta1]

What age did you start your apprenticeship

[@DailyElectrician]

20

[@je820rry7]

By heavy objects do you mean heavy long thick wires?

[@IbanezBassist]

Likely, because that's one thing my electrician teacher told my class. Lifting conduit of various sizes especially if you work in Industrial like he did. Or even large feeder cables which are eventually downsized in residential units.

[@jerryparrack4123]

Lift up heavy ass rolls of wire and shit. Carrying a 12 ft lader around, along with all your tools on your side. Thats what he means

[@DailyElectrician]

theres many different things it could be. rolls of massive wire, heavy ladders, giant disconnects, panels and such, tools, etc

[@djoffical3742]

Im getting out of the army soon i was wonder should i try to go to a trade school or just look around and try to land an apprenticeship? I havent been seeing many apprenticeship options available got any tips to find them?

[@user-sd4gb8nl9p]

Try to do a electrician or another trade course while doing a job part time,if u do that you can get qualified and they will hook your up with a job the course or you can ask a online agency they will Teach you the theory and get into complete practical work I decided to change into a course instead of a trade school because less fees same qualification at age 18 I started without prior knowledge of electrican work now I am 19 doing my practical assessment I went that route on my way to work experience and the a job

[@DailyElectrician]

no tips to find them but just search online probably, definitly suggest an apprentiship over a trade school.

[@pantera1125]

I did the same thing when I got out of the marines. I bought books and made it a point to read a chapter a night while on my last deployment. It took me a month to land a job as a helper when I got out. 6 years later I had a contractors license.

[@battousaicrescent]

I haven't gotten into an apprenticeship yet, but I'm in the interview phase, should I have the tools before I interview or after?

[@DailyElectrician]

After, they might them all to you for free anyways.

[@DisEthan]

I’m in trade school for electrical construction, and I can agree with the people swearing part cause it’s true

[@DailyElectrician]

i wouldnt lie to ya :)

[@E32-o1j]

Thats literally any job unless you work in an office building. Any other job people curse like they get paid to do it

[@vsteele1672]

@@E32-o1j right I work in housekeeping rn doing bitch work which sucks ass and the maintenance guy is my boss and he uses "fucking" in every sentence.

[@MadElectrician]

Thanks!

[@DailyElectrician]

😱 My pleasure

[@bobsmith-ud9xi]

I don't know if the comment section is still active but I was wondering what the better trades into would be (by the way where I live in rural America the average nice house is like 45 thousand so this is good money where I live)

[@DailyElectrician]

its just personal preference. i dont know everyones wages or id tell you.

[@sephangelo4603]

Thanks for the tips and I would gladly give up autobody maintenance for electrical maintenance. I need the knowledge of an electrician so I can live off the grid with renewable energy. So basically, I am on a quest for knowledge.

[@vanillabean8649]

Should I go go a trade school or join an apprenticeship?

[@DailyElectrician]

apprenticeship

[@vanillabean8649]

@@DailyElectrician thank you

[@DailyElectrician]

anytime

[@stephenmoran5855]

10 years as an oilfield electrician. You sound precious.

[@DailyElectrician]

thanks ☺️

[@crookeddonald4761]

Take your oilfield bravado and shove it!

[@Smith-qt4us]

I’m in HVAC right now but hate it I think I might go to trade school for electrician, what route did you take did u go to school or just find a helper position?

[@VermHat]

What do you hate about it?

[@DailyElectrician]

i was told to go to school by my employer after 4 days, so i did.

[@michaelmontemayor6434]

TheCorvetteKid which school did you go to?

[@DailyElectrician]

area1jatc.com

[@gregjameston3210]

I went into an apprenticeship program in Minnesota. Make sure you pick the side you want. Here I had 2 options, 1. Low voltage, or 2. Med/high voltage. It matters for pay and how and where you work. Low voltage is safe and less physically strenuous, so typically it pays less. Go union if you have the option, union has great benefits. Plus as a union member, the journey electricians training you, will be expecting you to be paying their benefits when they retire. That’s how the brothhood works. It’s not perfect, but if you add up cost vs rewards between trade and college, you will have to side with the trades.

[@josemontouy9869]

Hey Boss what about traveling do good paying elect. Jobs do most require you to travel?

[@DailyElectrician]

Answered in todays video! :)

[@strafay9985]

Hi, just wondering what is the hardest task as a electrician

[@DailyElectrician]

not sure, depends on the person. I'd say working under pressure/in a time crunch.

[@MrEvldreamr]

@@DailyElectrician what about working w ppl you dont like?

[@DailyElectrician]

thats probably one of the worst, besides a bad boss

[@ItsaRomethingeveryday]

The worst part of being an electrician, at least for me was figuring out other people's wiring nightmares, otherwise it's not bad, especially if ya work solo, have wired several commercial and private businesses, another negative of wiring is the cramps and pains in your hands after a long day of wiring, Liked the vid

[@thyeconomy]

Working on a live panel or most remodeling work in a hospital. Hospitals suck.

[@Xrp31]

One quick idea maybe think about a video about funny story’s

[@DailyElectrician]

yeah thought about that before, ill try to do one sometime if i an make a list

[@val3077]

Would you say the heavy lifting is too much for women? Or would it be manageable?

[@DailyElectrician]

Definitely manageable

[@val3077]

@@DailyElectrician thank you! 😊

[@DailyElectrician]

anytime :)

[@lobos342]

The most I'd have to lift alone was about 70 lbs jack hammer. When it comes to the wacker I need help. I've mostly done underground, my advice is not to do too well with the heavy lifting, so you don't get stuck there like me. Be efficient, but don't over do it and hurt yourself. Good luck.

[@edsimmons4641]

Do most most electrical companies drug tests? And what kind of test do they normally use ?

[@letsgobryden5063]

Yes they do, it's just a typical urine drug test. If you're a druggee you an always use fake urine with the heating pad.

[@thedude3189]

I'm 30 quit my carpenter job I been doing for 9 years, they treat you like a nobody pay stays the same very low... I know nothing of an electrician trade my math is also bad, can I still get accepted in? I've always wanted to do it plus pay seems great.

[@knowledgebornsmith9719]

I’m about to go to a data center do you know what electricians normally at data centers and I’m not license or an apprentice I’m basically a helper a R6 residential wireman

[@VinceNSN]

I’m 16 and definitely going for being a electrician. Thanks 🙏🏽

[@ejcleopard9843]

I'm 17 and will graduate this year. Looking forward to start my apprenticeship right after getting my diploma.

[@DailyElectrician]

nice guys!

[@VinceNSN]

@@ejcleopard9843 imma do the same thing, good luck on your journey 🤝

[@Fleshcaskets]

bro me too idk if I wanna be a plumber or electrician tho

[@hihowareyou799]

Where do you find a apprentice I don’t know where to find one

[@DailyElectrician]

through an apprentiship program

[@B-MO1998]

Taking an electrician course right now

[@DailyElectrician]

nice! congrats!!

[@frugephoto2191]

Thanks for the info man. Much appreciated

[@DailyElectrician]

you're welcome :) thanks for watching

[@Lastredneck11]

Hey man I’m considering going to school to be an electrician is there anything I should freshen up on before hand it would most likely be union thank you

[@nyykoo9041]

are they paying good? for electricians

[@DailyElectrician]

they?

[@nyykoo9041]

@@DailyElectrician sorry i’m not good at englinsh i meant if is electricians making good money?

[@DailyElectrician]

depends what you consider good. i'd say yes

[@nyykoo9041]

@@DailyElectrician lot money

[@DailyElectrician]

give me a number in usd

[@josephspence6107]

Truly appreciate it my dude🤙🏽

[@DailyElectrician]

my pleasure ☺️

[@josephg.8919]

“Let’s go ahead & get started before I waste another 48 seconds” 😂🤣 Your good bro made my day lmfaoo

[@DailyElectrician]

hahaha happy to hear 😂❤️🙌🏼

[@jawidahmadi8032]

Hey man thanks for great info but a quick question I am 17 and I am just starting to look for apprentice how did you find it’s hard for me to find thanks

[@DailyElectrician]

my boss told me about the apprentiship school close by and i applied.

[@user-dw2tm3jm5h]

Associated Builders and Contractors.

[@mikebreezytv8811]

Gets to you after a “wire” I can tell you been doing this a while! 😂💪🏾

[@rahiemlewis5534]

Which is more qualify electrician or an electrical technician?

[@DailyElectrician]

I'm not sure I know what you mean

[@rahiemlewis5534]

@@DailyElectrician I mean like who is at a higher rank?

[@DailyElectrician]

no idea, not sure what an electrical technician is/or does

[@cipher1167]

I think he mean like, low voltage technician. Which is the guy that does phone lines and as such (telecommunications) and low voltage stuff. It goes both ways, but usually real electricians can do low voltage easily, so I’d say an Electician is the higher rank.

[@DailyElectrician]

for sure

[@mmelvin6760]

How much do you end up making a year?

[@DailyElectrician]

non union i made 70-80k union now, i should make around 100k

[@Victor-zw2tl]

@@DailyElectrician that’s awesome to hear man

[@DailyElectrician]

🙏🏼

[@DailyElectrician]

usd and ibew 48

[@Itsnotanymore-ku7dz]

Would you say a toxic work environment is commonplace

[@DailyElectrician]

they are out there but i'd say no

[@Itsnotanymore-ku7dz]

@@DailyElectrician do you regret your career

[@DailyElectrician]

nope

[@MP-vf8qz]

Bad attitudes are contagious. Have nothing or as little as possible to do with these people. Too many people put up with this, until they are effected.

[@DailyElectrician]

agreed!

[@light_year6964]

Unless they're the boss, I ALWAYS shove it back into their face

[@marcomizzoni8323]

Was your experience union or non union?

[@DailyElectrician]

non union

[@emrikallen437]

@@DailyElectrician I’m trying to go for non union mostly how was it

[@DailyElectrician]

was good

[@emrikallen437]

@@DailyElectrician I’m doing my ged right now

[@JattChahil]

What country do you work in ?

[@DailyElectrician]

united states

[@TexasCardShark]

What about the commute, I live in Dallas and have A Master Electrician license. DFW is A huge metroplex. You have to drive to the jobsite under construction. I have been on projects 50 miles away in the same metroplex with rush hour traffic to and from work. Work 8.5 hours 2 to 3 hours commute each way not getting paid. Turns into A 15 hour day with no overtime pay. They pay you 30 to 34 per hour, but after you add your time commuting it comes out to minimum wage. DON"T DO IT. Go to college and get A rewarding job.

[@user-dw2tm3jm5h]

Construction trades aren't for pussies

[@RoronoaJah]

I hate being broke so I’d rather hate my life and not be broke, I think Ill get into this field.

[@DailyElectrician]

smart choice!

[@RoronoaJah]

@@DailyElectrician sarcasm at its finest

[@RoronoaJah]

@@DailyElectrician should I have no experience or knowledge at all when it comes to wiring, would u say the education is beginner friendly?

[@DailyElectrician]

you will learn everything you need to, some people teach better than others tho

[@RoronoaJah]

@@DailyElectrician appreciate that bro, I’m gonna make sure to subscribe

[@pink_lemon1164]

They usually "fix" the lines when they don't need to which usually causes the wifi to go down

[@kaylibdebusscheree7614]

Also FIND OUT WHAT CODE IS BEFORE JOINING. I’m 3 months in and this is just way to hard of a course. I wish I took a job where it’s same thing every time this is too complicated

[@Chaielectric]

Number 5 doesnt make sense! The title is 5 things to consider before becoming an electrician. How does #5 fit in, if its about working at the job, and to leave if you dont like it.

[@DailyElectrician]

its advice to consider before becoming an electrician. seems to apply to me 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Chaielectric]

You said "number 5, if you dont enjoy the work you should probably co sider leaving". Isnt this supposed to be for people who are considering becoming an electrician, i would have added something more applicable to what its like to do the work and learn the trade. It doesnt make sense to tell someone before they start that they should leave if they dont like it.

[@DailyElectrician]

it still makes sense though. dont do a career if you don't enjoy it. 👍🏼

[@hadesobsidian5231]

2:12 It gets to you after a wire... lmfao badum-tss

[@DailyElectrician]

lolol

[@TheSebastian5978]

This past July I got into a drag out fight with my foreman. It was glorious, I got the dude on the ground and choked him out until he submitted. Never talked shit to me again, that’s for sure:)

[@brighamcardon5076]

Sure you did, bud

[@DailyElectrician]

😂😂😂

[@MrKongatthegates]

And you both got fired? Or no? Cause assault at work aint cool neiher is verbal abuse

[@KSslopestyle]

Hey man what school did you go to? im moving back to oregon in a few months and really want to become an electrician.

[@noname-ct2rw]

Thanks

[@DailyElectrician]

Happy to help :)

[@onearmjawn1700]

THERES NO PEPE SILVIA

[@brandondierwechter2492]

I am a firm believer in enjoying your job versus how much money you make

[@DailyElectrician]

Agree

[@TheDrakanMaster124]

If it wasn't for me wanting to do stuff with my hands I'd probably become electrical engineer which I'm better at doing but hey what you going to do about it

[@bennyrodriguez8788]

I really like this guy!

[@870garage3]

How hard is it to learn a job like this? I’m 17 and thinking of going into a trade job after school.

[@DailyElectrician]

not too bad, alot to wrap your mind around at first if your totally new to it all but over time it becomes second nature :) everyone has to start somewhere tho and theres no shame in that.

[@bg_azn]

all 5 things described my entire job in the military

[@DailyElectrician]

😬

[@didafm]

You have to have thick skin in the trades. Im a 24yr old Journeymen and I've worked with many harsh co workers..let me tell you it give you thick skin

[@DailyElectrician]

lol yeah

[@human_appeal_org7028]

My friends uncle also makes wood stuff he in scotland he hard worker as well he no 80 plus

[@JZGreengo]

Ima just work for the money

[@DailyElectrician]

👍🏼