Are you too old to become a carpenter?

[@MattHmm-rq6dn]

Gc here but alot of the principles apply. When looking for help I like when you have skills but it's not nessary. If I have to hear I've done it this way for 100 years that's a good way to being exiled. If your willing to learn, show up on time and pay attention then that's all I ask. I have worked with a few mid 30 and 40s handy capable people adhd/physical disabilities there some of the best when they focus. Skills can be taught being bearable to work with can't. I like your segment on safety I carry a big magnum sharpie red colored and when I see something unsafe I mark people's hands fingers ect. Workman's comp claim is far more expensive and disruptive than stop and thinking about what your doing. I tell clients it takes what it takes for a reason if I got a crew of very ichy neck folks I'll be out of business fast on the back end. So yea if someone that's semi retired 50s 60s wants a shot there age isn't nessary a factor unless there short we need more small people. My current crew is all 6f4in plus and we can't fit into places we're like trees.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for your input and experience. And thank you for watching.

[@LightBulbAlley]

Thanks for the video. I’m a 42 year old apprentice 2.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching. I appreciate it.

[@thetrailoutthere]

Im 35 about to get back into the trades. I did 1 year in the IBEW before joining the Marines back in 2008. I got out in 2016 and tried to get back into the IBEW, but i was wait listed twice, so I went into sales. Fast forward to today, i finally decided that despite all the money sales brings, there's no pension, and im constantly relying on the economy to make a check. I got in contact with Norcal Carpenters, and thanks to helmets to hardhats, i iust need to land a job to get into the union. As long as you're fit, it's never too late to join a trade.

[@clubkabuki3414]

I want to thank you for your video. I’m an older person seriously considering the trade. You gave me a lot to think about. Thank you.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching. Let me know how I can help.

[@MrLurkin4life]

Im 37 and just sent in my application to take the apprenticeship test at the end of the month. No experience in carpentry and no idea what im really getting myself into besides asking a friend that's doing it and watching your videos. Im tired of working my shitty warehouse job and need something that can set me up for the rest of my life and start a family. My only worry is my health, I've been battling chronic Lyme disease for a couple years now. Some days/weeks it's really bad and i have extreme fatigue and no enegery. But im still going for it and hoping everything works out. Inshallah.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@MrLurkin4life i think if you're honest and up front. Most crew will work with you. I don't think anyone is perfect. We all have our weak and strong points. I would just focus on doing everything right the first time. Let me know how I can help

[@larrybrooks9763]

Worked non union in the trades my whole life (20 years) Came in as a first period apprentice to earn my place and gain the respect of my brother and sisters. Your never too old to challenge yourself. Get out of your comfort zone and don't be complacent. UNION PROUD

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Union strong 💪 💪 💪. Thank you for watching

[@YouDaMAL]

I've only watched a couple of your videos including this one but you've already given me a good amount of information about what to expect from this line of work. I just turned 57 and have grown tired of the office and desk scene and have always been curious about learning carpentry. So I looked at my local technical college and found the courses affordable enough. What was holding me back was the concern that I may find it just as difficult finding work (due to age or lack of experience) as in my line of experience (IT/technical writing). But your explanations have given me useful information that make me realize I probably shouldn't go down this path at my age. I don't need to fall or injure myself in any kind of life-altering manner just to try and earn a buck. Thank you for your videos and wish you all the best! 🤜🤛

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching.

[@themitchster359]

Nice video. I’ve been in the fire service for the past 10 years but decided to get into building post frame construction this past year on my days off for a small local company. At 39 with some guys I work with been doing a lot longer than me. I’ve never worked construction before to make money, but with my experience as a fireman and dealing with the elements; and always like building/fixing things throughout my life, it’s come fairly naturally. Still a pretty big learning curve.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

These get easier over time. Thank you for watching. I appreciate you.

[@justinyoungstown]

About to join the millwrights at 42, been a mechanic, and also welder for years. Sick of crap wages.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@justinyoungstown the wages are way better in a union.

[@Krippztr]

43years and about 2.5years left before i can title me as an "real" carpenter. But it is the best damn thing i ever did! Thats for sure.. No matter how hard the work is, i feel it´s worth it. You have to struggle thru the bad days, to get to the good days!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I totally and utterly agree.

[@847INFANTRY]

I’m local 217 , and this hits home

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching.

[@williamjmccartan8879]

I like the close caption font, Antonio, when I was injured I was 50 years old, and still felt like I was the strongest guy on the job, your strength will get you to 60, the final years learn to use your head. 50 hustling down the underground with a 17 ft jack on each shoulder, and was told to slow down by someone 15 years my junior, 2funny.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Did you work exclusively in the trades, or did you switch career paths?

[@williamjmccartan8879]

@@unscriptedwithantonio I thought I shared my resume on your site Antonio, but I'm tired and going to bed, if you need me to go through my history I will, peace

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@williamjmccartan8879 That wasn't for me. It was for the audience, lol.

[@mikeyneth4320]

What about the pension and benefits for someone that is older? Don’t you gotta put in 30 years for your pension?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@mikeyneth4320 I can't speak on every union. You should talk to your union rep. But we once did have 80 and out. So it was years worked + your age. With a minimum age or 55, I believe.

[@charlesjacksoniii8787]

Thanks for the video i am taking cabinetmaking classes at local community college i am 41 and cabinetmaking instructor is trying to get me to join there local carpenter union

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I think it's a really good choice, in my opinion.

[@847INFANTRY]

What’s your Discord

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

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