Episode 45 - Should I Stay Or Should I Go? - WHEN SHOULD I QUIT MY JOB?

[@Sparky-2036]

The worst company I ever worked for paid me better than the best, but the managers were the most toxic people you could imagine. (Fire people for not understanding schematics that they knew had dozens of errors, not pledging loyalty to specific supervisors, etc.) The best company I worked for didn't have the overhead to compete with bigger companies in terms of pay and benefits, but the owners would do anything to teach you, help you learn, and even include you when they had cookouts at their house just to let you know you were valued.

[@Sparky-2036]

@@Shamkk they're kind of on their last leg. I ended up moving so I'm not really sure how either company is doing.

[@shanedolan518]

Honestly working with good people that care about you and make you feel important is a job I’ve longed for but still have yet to find

[@themonsterunderyourbed9408]

The People i work with directly are like that, but the upper management couldn't care less.

[@lukegodbout]

I love how straight forward and honest you are. Really gets to the point rather than bullshiting the entire time. Keep it up bro your videos are addicting

[@Aepek]

Back in ‘97 I was given a raise. Called into managers office & they said that they knew I worked hard, was appreciated & deserved a raise. Opened up the offer (letter & paperwork of the “raise” from HR etc....) & it was $0.58. Yeah.....I laughed too.

[@EverydayNews4You]

I've been watching you since the light bulb went off to pursue my career as an electrician. I'm doing a apprenticeship/engineering diploma program and just started at a company as a level 1 apprentice. I just wanted to say Thank You for these videos; from pipe bending to topics such as these. The knowledge has been invaluable!

[@ElectricianU]

Thanks for watching my friend, glad you get some value from what I'm doing! Lots more to come

[@jusrobington]

This goes for ALLOT of jobs people have no idea. I quit my last place in March after being with them for a total of 6 years (I quit before and they beg for me to come back). What I find is management often doesn't realize how much you actually do because issues are resolved before they become a problem. They look good to the higher-ups and you, they guy that makes it happen often goes unnoticed. Not a concern for me, however I want to be compensated for everything I do. So you goin for a raise they give you crap, and you only do what's in your contract/job description and watch them sweat. Then quit for a better job. 😁

[@Subfightr]

Thank you so much for this. You're a good person.

[@Dezmond_Roman]

I remember years back my Forman and I was cool. He appointed me as his lead man for a Dave & Buster's I had my own crew of 5-10 guys. Once the job was finished the company decided I was doing so well, they gave me a 50 cents raise.😂 From $13 to $13.50. I decided that was not good enough so I had to move on. The next company I went too paid me $22.60. At the end of the day know what your worth and don't accept anything less.

[@ElectricianU]

13 to be a foreman?! Yuck.

[@Dezmond_Roman]

@@ElectricianU yeah I was a 3rd year apprentice running parts of the job.

[@antoniohernandez7171]

dezmond roman happy for you bro

[@Malici0u5Intent]

I've just registered as an Apprentice Electrician. Your videos went a long way in influencing my decision. Thank-you!

[@possibility28able]

Hardest/ best decision I ever made was walking off the job. I was a 3/4 year apprentice given responsibilities of a journeyman.. I. E running jobs and training the other 2 apprentices and being yelled at for not finishing under a ridiculous deadline that my boss would bid for.. As soon as I left, 3 separate builders called me and asked when I would be licensed so I could do the work for them

[@Ryan-hr9hw]

That's some rat company taking advantage of you.

[@manganiphiri4331]

The video is spot on, thanks for making this video on the management side of being an Electrician.

[@ElectricianU]

Hey buddy I've been there too ;)

[@andrewbargo1]

Currently 26 years old working as a CNC Programmer, making $20+/hr (shouldn't really disclose the exact dollar amount), My passion has always been electrical. I've grown up remodeling and wiring homes at a very young age. Worked for my families electric company part time for a few years. Was hoping to ride that until I got my journeyman. Due to my bad decisions, we had a family fallout. And it's hard getting in somewhere from my area starting over as a first year apprentice (no backing from my family on hours) and making what I make now. Hard giving up good pay, desk job, with an extremely lax environment. Going into okay pay, harsh elements at times, with a potentially toxic environment. Sometimes weighing things out can be tough. but for that reason I haven't left my current job. Been here 5+ years and they show I'm very important to their business as a programmer. Although I still spend lunch breaks reading Electrical code, researching tools and wiring techniques, and watching learning videos such as this entire channel. Life is full of options, but sometimes the uncertainty makes it hard to decide.. Not that this pointless rant means anything to people, just sharing my experience of my life so far I suppose lol

[@eddyster56]

Thanks brotha I'm 23 man and learned and am learning a lot from your videos please keep going I'm spreading your vids as you post em much love brotha from Reno NV

[@nirpy]

Yeah solid video. I love my company, I'd stay here a long time, but I'm moving. So I've been trying to figure out which "devil I don't know" company I'm going to work for next. Big shop, small shop, Resi, commercial, service, new construction, etc. Looks like I have a lot of opportunities and options to choose from with all the companies hiring. First world problems. Really just want to find a van with a solid dude where I can learn more with 4 tens. Solo resi wireman life can get lonely. Whether you call it a day job or career, it dominates the majority of my finite time, so I'm not gonna rush my decision.

[@philr4724]

I’m so glad I’m in the IBEW and don’t have to deal with this type of BS. Unite you bargain divide you beg.

[@ronbonick4265]

well worded... its a 2 way street and all must be balanced......

[@ElectricianU]

totally agree

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

How do you all feel about labor Unions? I started as an apprentice in the IBEW Local 3 E division in NYC in 2006, making less than $15/hr. Within 3 years I was making B-mechanic rate at over $32/hr. Once I got my Journeyman's card I was making A-mechanic rate at over $40/hr. After 11 years in Local 3, I switched to IUEC Local 1 in NYC in 2017 and my rate went to well over $50/hr. That's not including about $65k/yr worth of benefits. It may seem like a lot but the cost of living in my area (Long Island, NY) is ridiculously high, so we're still very much considered to be working middle class. I enjoy being a Union member though, and even though my dues are rather high (over $2K/yr), I feel well protected and represented by them.

[@MahaffeyMoto]

I work for a pretty big electrical company in the service department a small residential company offered me 5 more dollars an hour but I told them no because I know I will learn more at the company im at and knowledge and experience is worth more than money long term.

[@adamlewellen5081]

Better people is far better than better pay.. if you enjoy your work you will do well.

[@rodvazquez332]

Worked as an apprentice for an electrical company and the boss was a hardass but cool at first. I learned a lot in first 6 months and busted my ass. They all told me " the mistakes you make your first year are all on us cuz your journeyman should be watching you when you work" I ended up drilling an auger bit through someone's wall just a bit and the boss ended up cutting my pay by 2$ per hour. I was making 11 an hour and he dropped me to 9. I had a baby on the way and bills to pay at just 19 years old so I told the guy I can't do that and went somewhere else. Since then I haven't found another company to hire me so I'm worried that I blew my shot.... I love being an electrical apprentice and want to start my own business someday. I just need someone who wants to invest in me.

[@M1thicaI]

I’ve been an apprentice with this company for a year now. I am running my own van and calls already. Probably half the time I’m with the other guys doing whatever and the other half I’m out trouble shooting/ running circuits, insurance reports, panel changes etc. the whole gambit. I’m getting paid 12.50 now with no benefits. (Just got a 50 cent raise) The boss man is really a nice guy and I absolutely love working for him. but he has a 24 year journeyman who gets paid less than 20 an hour. I really enjoy the work I do, and I do feel like i bust my butt a lot more than the the other guys. and I get it. I’m just in a year but it’s kinda really discouraging for my future. At what point would you go looking elsewhere for work?

[@notsure7874]

Excellent advice for any field, not just electrical. Adding to the "you're year 1 and somebodys offering you 25 / hr to drive a truck and run jobs" I agree 100%, but there are some other factors. The gatekeeping is STRONG in the electrical field. My brother - masters degree in electrical engineering, worked for the power company and industrial facilities, enjoys electrical work enough to spend 6 years in college studying electricity, and a VERY hands on kind of guy ... somehow is "less qualified" than a freshly minted journeyman that spent 5 years wiring spec homes because it pays better than being a carpenter and he just doesn't care or care to learn more... There's something very wrong with that. If you're "that guy" - maybe running that truck isn't such a bad idea depending on the company. But you better BE "that guy" and not just be super cocky and think you're the best that ever lived because you can run romex badly faster than a master who's being neat, and careful...

[@user-uh7dx1rs5h]

Great video Dustin! I appreciate your channel. I made a playlist of your videos because I'm looking forward to becoming an apprentice after I graduate HS.

[@davcot3675]

This issue can even be More tricky when family businesses Those of us who fall into group know what I mean

[@Fret01]

Family members can't do wrong.

[@ElectricianU]

@@Fret01Truth. Friends are pretty hard too.

[@kmbrees]

Good info, I’d come to work for you in a second. I’m union LU 617 San Mateo California. Here I’m treated well, but how you treat your guys is everything.

[@michaelgarcia9139]

I’m planning on applying to an electrical union that pays 16.50 starting for new apprentices. This is a pay drop from my 19 I’m making doing telecommunication but I feel like it will be way worth it in the long run once I’m a journeyman.

[@ElectricianU]

It's definitely worth it in the long run. Maybe a little bumpy for the first few years but it will correct the longer you're in.

[@RB-xv4si]

That’s similar to the boat I found myself in. 16.50 is for guys coming in who are totally new and know nothing. Problem is, you can actually know a lot and get paid accordingly in non-union like I do but they would still start me at apprentice rate coming in as I am just because I don’t have a jcard yet. It’s all about those credentials! Lol

[@tedd7661]

How is it? Are you an electrician or did you end up going a different route? I have a telecom tech position offering 20 entry level but I'm stuck on deciding if I want to be an apprentice electrician

[@michaelgarcia9139]

@@tedd7661 I ended up not getting in actually but I still moved to the city it was in and became a contractor for Cox. Was rough in residential but once you're a commercial tech it's usually 30+ an hour, at least that's what I've been making.

[@midamultitool1387]

So I make 33 bucks an hour and absolutely love my company, great benefits and everything. The problem is im so good at my job that theres nothing else to learn. It got super boring. So in the next 5 years I can either still be working here and not grow.. or I could become an electrical apprentice and learn a new trade and eventually make more then im making now. Its a hard choice but I think im gonna switch careers after my 2nd kid is born in February 2020.

[@joejoe6949]

Don’t do it your not going to get paid more the $ 33 dollars

[@andrewspangler2149]

Only way to earn more than you make now is to become master or contractor to run your own company.

[@stansummers6259]

Great video agree with u love the way u explain this really cool

[@techvenger]

Hey dustin...im not sure if you did this video. But. I think doin a video on doing a rough-in job examples. Like setting up the rough from the panel to out outlet or switch. What to do if you get to a job that wasnt finished? It needs to be completed to pass inspection residential wiring. Something like that. If you did this already then sorry. I must have missed it. Also.good question. Whats the best way to communicate with a Master electrician to survey a job and let a person know what needs to be corrected before the inspector comes in? Will an electrician even help another electrician ?

[@zippythechicken]

another thing that i bet you never realized is .. another company will offer you a job that you think is worth taking and then they will fire you intentionally after a few months.. this takes you out of the market... you aren't working for them anymore and you can't go back to the old job.. so you're fucked.. but.. that other company now has more work because you aren't working for a competitor. shit like that happens a lot so you got to know who your employer is before you take the job.

[@BLud_Bro_FoE]

I'm with ACME elec.here in ft worth and I'll probably be with them for life.ive had other offers for more money and I havent left.

[@tomaszzaleski7103]

got screwed with overtime and the guy is big on that. I am half way through my apprenticeship and I am just a tool handler when working with certain guys. I miss commercial and do not really like residential. The coin is good though. What should I do?

[@nasircooper9260]

Yo real talk I never hit the like button that fast before 😂 tht intro was real asf bro

[@ElectricianU]

hahaha I thought some people would get a kick out of that. I also thought it would piss a lot more people off, I'm disappointed lol

[@marcelp7059]

I’m almost at a year and make 3-4 less an hour then guys I know who have the same time in or less but my boss is 7 years in his dad is about 40 in and I’m learning far more and faster then those guys and that was my biggest factor deciding to stay with them

[@justme228]

I went to company that did not give me a journeyman to work under as an apprentice. I was asked to call the inspector if I had a question on the job 7 months in. So for that reason I left the company.

[@TheCoffeeNut711]

1st year here with 6 months in with my company and a new guy with no experience gets paid 4 bucks more than me. I can't ask for a review until I've worked a full year with them.

[@nhzxboi]

Nearly all electrical contractors are dog-squeeze. It's the nature of the business. Trusting the company you work for is dumb unless you're friendly and conversant with the owner. Even then, skepticism is the rule. Blind loyalty is foolish.

[@dski2266]

And this is exactly why you go union.

[@salg500]

youre just a number to some unions. yes the pay and benefits are fucking phenominal. but some of those guys are lazy as fuck and dont respect guys under them just because theyre green or learning

[@ElectricianU]

I've heard this same story in the union too my friend. Any long-time electrician, inspector, or instructor will tell you there's shit work and shit companies both IN and OUT of the union. I think the union definitely has benefits beyond this though that do make it a great option for a lot of people.

[@dski2266]

@@salg500 this is true. I've experienced this myself. But there are always pros and cons to each way in this occupation.

[@dski2266]

@@ElectricianU thanks for the reply. Great work on the channel btw It's invaluable. Wish you started this 6 years ago.

[@salg500]

@@dski2266 oh of course! i definitely get that. i would join a union tomorrow if i could but they wont take me :( local 134 chicago waiting list is fucking nuts

[@xXBuckOFiveXx]

Keep in mind this crazy good economy wont be around forever. If you're at a company that treats you good, pays well, and has been around forever; jumping ship for a newer company that is paying more isn't a good move, long term.

[@brandongomez5032]

So I have been with this company for almost 3 years. We work in Austin. I have started as a green apprentice. Now I have no problem with service calls and running crews on jobs, communicating with the contractors or warranty companies and what not. People have come and gone since i have been there, I use my own vehicle as well as my own money occasion for material as well. They reimburse but i have to really remind them. Im in a wierd place because they just dont seem to be able to book good commercial jobs. Just crappy little remodels and service calls.They had a good contract with the Department of transportation but messed it up and lost it. It just baffles me they cant lock down any good jobs in Austin where its booming. I started at 15 and only got a dollar raise since then. I like the people I work for but I have no faith that they will make it come together. What would you do in my situation.

[@f3wbs]

I've lowballed myself for quite some time and my mom hates it but I don't know my value. I'm used to being treated like horseshit so what else am I supposed to do? I agree with having a good person to work with rather than having more money, though. I could write a story on how I got treated badly at my job (which I did but just erased it because I know people don't care). Overall, my manager was not well respected and I found myself alone working in a huge store pushing carts with poor footwear and most of the time no cover from the elements. I'm a hard worker and a kinesthetic/tactile learner (i.e I learn with my hands, by doing stuff). I did really well and got the highest raise the store would give me (CDN $14.40 from 14.10 which is a 2.1% increase) and yet I was waiting for someone to help me on a consistent basis because I was doing two jobs in one. I ended up leaving after a year and a half but honestly before that it was no better; solid pay for the job but the environment is toxic. My current job's environment is OK but I work once bi-weekly. Hopefully one day I'll have solid pay and people I can learn from.

[@AT-pw9dx]

I can relate. Can I share some advice with you?

[@f3wbs]

Sure! I’m all ears.

[@mills7588]

Solid video, my boss see this

[@eddkbk34]

Hey Dustin what's up? So I've been in my company for 8 months and dont know when is a good time to ask for a raise? I've started off as an apprentice and been going to shutdowns and solving the problem, I feel like I'm worth more then 20 just want your advice on that thanks man

[@johnjefferson1104]

Ha. I'm quitting this week and jumping ship to another company. Hopefully it pays off!

[@ryanthepianoman27]

Where did you end up

[@johnjefferson1104]

@@ryanthepianoman27 uh I jumped around to like 2 or 3 companies since then. Getting paid more with every jump, and learning new stuff at every gig.

[@ryanthepianoman27]

@@johnjefferson1104 all residential?

[@johnjefferson1104]

@@ryanthepianoman27 went residential to commercial now back to residential...but it's high end and fancy this time.

[@williamholsey]

I'm an apprentice, the or electrician on the job in all 3 sites. Which I'm the only employee that actually traveled to those sites using my own car cause my boss said that I couldn't use the company car anymore (turned out to be a lie) I have only needed up twice in the year I've been here (once I missed the ul listing before o installed something, the other was a customer who didn't like me hanging the coat hangers they wanted). I have done way more than the last electrician which he apparently liked. Yesterday a customer worker and I was talking about the different sites and I started taking about how cool one of the other sites were cause they allowed their employees to wear a thin cotton shirt which is much better than our button down shirt, my boss comes over and literally said " he does double the work than both of you". While we're working hard on a job outside the company scope. My boss is the only journeyman on my sites and he never helps me learn shit and it turned out he barely knows shit. This clown redid my outlet claiming that the #12 wire I put on wouldn't allow 15amps it. He's literally told me that wrapping stranded wire around the terminal on a duplex terminal isn't allowed in nec. And I should've had a crimped fork connector. We others were having a conversation about work, my boss started talking about how he could beat me in a fight out of the blue. I'm gonna quit, but I'm going Union first

[@thomasbakke778]

I started electrical work 8 months ago at 11 p/h which I am grateful for the opportunity but been told that it was not enough especially with a degree in electrical technology (associat).

[@joseh899]

One of the things that SUCK ABOUT BEING NON UNION, is having to ask for a raise. As an IBEW member, I never had to, it's already negotiated. Much respect to non union electricians who at times have to put up with bad working conditions and not paid what their worth.

[@timmac8049]

Well said!

[@abcardenas35]

Well said thank you

[@heavyhitter8637]

Solid ass advice brother!!!

[@powwow8796]

I also think it may be important to address the failings of federal Pacific breaker boxes especially for the new guys

[@ElectricianU]

I've been planning on doing one on this, I have a FP panel at my house that I'm about to redo so I think it'll be a good piece of content - also want to talk about Challenger and Zinsco

[@av_990]

Im actually leaving my company really soon. Ive been there for almost 3 years. The reason is because im not learning as much i think i should be. Our work mostly consists of changing light bulbs and changing ballasts. My boss really cares about me, and its a VERY small company with me basically being the only full time electrician. They really do need me, and i felt bad leaving recently. But now im okay with leaving. To me, i value experience over pay as of right now. Seeing as how i am very young, i wanna take advantage while still can. What are your guys opinions?

[@ElectricianU]

Experience is more important than anything, unfortunately. Be sure you tell the person you work for that this is the reason you're leaving. Be honest with them, I'd say "I really like working here and I appreciate having such a good boss to work for, however, I need more experience while I can get it." They may not like it but they'll respect your reason for going. Don't just bounce without reinforcing that relationship. Who knows, you may need that job back in the future.

[@av_990]

@@ElectricianU i agree with everything you said, thanks for the reply man means a lot

[@elmasbuscado909]

Look at it as a job not a career at the end of the day everyone is looking after themself you need to look after yourself and your family. Everyone is replaceable learn the trade and jump ship as long as your getting paid well and have good benefits dont let the bullshit that comes with it. Im an electrician for the state i got a worry free job but i worked for various contractors before i landed this job. Just a word of advice

[@richardcranium5839]

if its just money you are looking at it wrong. live within your means. once you have enough experience you can work for yourself and make a ton if you want to put up with the bullshit that goes with it. if you come home at the end of the day and sulk in the work move on. if you can switch modes and have a good life away from work you got something right!

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

Question...I get zapped by the basement outlets if my knee is on the concrete floor. Zapped hard. Outlets are wired correctly. Not sure about the breaker box. Ground wires correct at the outlets

[@truthbebold4009]

That's interesting problem you got. Is there any other details you can provide? What are you doing when you get zapped?

[@ElectricianU]

need more info, what are you touching when you get zapped. Are the plates metal? Build this for us a bit more so we can put ourselves in your shoes standing in front of the plugs

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

Had the covers off. Doing drywall. Touched the mounting ears. Where you screw the outlet to the plastic box. The 2 loops at each end of the outlet. Only shocks if bare skin is on the concrete floor when touched

[@gregoryfairchild2460]

Also tested the outlets all read reversed polarity but wired like your videos. Black to copper white to silver. Bare wire to green corner screw

[@nasircooper9260]

How about benefits should someone jump ship bc of benefits Nd not being trained properly

[@davidadame1313]

I once heard someone say, "if the contractor wants loyalty he should look into a dog. Im here to make money".

[@notsure7874]

There's some truth to that, but you're not going to get anywhere if you're constantly jumping ship mid-job to go make a nickel more somewhere else.

[@steelfabulous]

I'm working with an EJ that is a hack. He cuts corners cant read plans correctly. When the boss is not around he fucks off. The boss and the rest of the crew keep coming behind us n redoing our work when I know the right way to do things but he tells me it's okay. I fear he is making me look bad n will get us both fired.

[@kiraslight4750]

The company I'm at right now is horrible. The electricians basically rule the company over the owners. One of our owners isn't even an electrician. I'm the only helper at this company and no one has patience for me. I've made mistakes but even the smallest things that are quick fixes, these guys blow up. Everyone at this company has between 20- 30 years in the trade so they hate having a helper with almost no experience. Unfortunately, the company is giving me benifits and great pay. I'm not sure what to do.

[@danieldollar1495]

Excellent video and topic. But check this, I'm a long-term Apprentice. Didn't start taking it seriously until the last two years I've had my apprentice license since I was 16 and my father is a career journeyman. Right now I'm only making 14 an hour but I'm doing journeyman level work. In Bryan Texas 3 years ago I was making $21 an hour on a commercial project. I live in a very rural place in Texas called Centerville and there is little to no professional license help. I believe I'm being underpaid, and I would really like to know your opinion. I've been meaning to ask for a raise but I do show up 5 to 10 minutes late one or two times a week but I do go above and beyond by working late, dealing with contractors and customers and never say no. By the way I was born and raised in Austin Texas, when I got back in the trade I found your Channel and it was inspiring to say the least. So thank you for all the content.

[@AlwaysBeSmart674]

I know a couple dudes who just go from company to company saying they know way more than they actually do so they get hired on at like $25/hr until they get found out

[@josev6660]

A high end resedential company I worked for started me off at 15 and after 2 years I finally got a 1 dollar raise. I was so pissed cause I knew I was worth way more. I quit a month later and found a job that started me off at 21/hr working commercial and industrial. 😎

[@aaronwidder9624]

The grass is greener on the other side because you ain't over there screwin it up.

[@nograves456]

Much love bro

[@ElectricianU]

back atcha homie!

[@nujomaclarke8064]

Damn I needed dis but I'm definitely underpaid but I get alot of experience outta this company

[@donaldbittner4654]

well said!

[@joejoe6949]

I only work for one electrical company 20 years now

[@JohnSmith-lv8xk]

You have the same hands as Mike from Mike's tool shed, maybe it's an electrician thing ?

[@draaks1]

I have seen too many guys jump ship for better pay and end up neck deep. Stick with the devil you know, if you are paying your bills and putting some away to savings don't get greedy. Just because you could make more money doesn't mean it is better for you. Weigh it all out and also be cautious of salaried positions.

[@terrydebord7878]

That guy that offers 1 dollar more, might cut you when business slows too.

[@notsure7874]

If somebodys dangling a dollar more in your face, 9 times out of 10 they're trying to sucker you. Theres going to be strings attached - like ... oh yeah but instead of a company truck and gas card, you drive your own and pay for your own gas. If the sole selling point to get you to bail is a buck / hour don't waste your time even talking to them unless you're already at a shitty place.

[@filipnikolic8652]

I work for like 380 dolars a month, main repairman/electrician idk how its called in America. :))

[@jmason2092]

Hi Dustin I'm a second year apprentice in Texas and work for a good boss who cares about his employees but at the same time the employees are a bunch of unhappy assholes who bad talk each other behind their backs.. I like the work I do but I dont like who I work with I've even considered looking for a different job because of it any advice?

[@ElectricianU]

have you talked to them about it? If i were in your shoes I would be the one guy that doesn't. That speaks volumes about your character, and I guarantee your boss will see it. After long enough the chips will fall in your favor. I do understand it though, that shit can be toxic to be around. If you have a good relationship with your boss maybe bring it up and let him know you love working for him but coming to work sucks a lot because of everyone else. May make him stand up straight and make something out of the situation. It's always better to let someone know what's going on. They're probably so busy with the business side of things that they don't step back and see the forest for the trees. Then again, if you aren't close with them and you say something you could be seen as a complainer. I'd think long and hard about your place and your relationship, AND whether or not speaking up or staying silent is the best move. Only you know your boss, so think hard and move your pieces accordingly. No shame in finding a better deal out there as well. There are companies where this isn't a problem, just may have to cycle through a few before you find it.

[@jmason2092]

@@ElectricianU thanks so much for responding man! It means a lot I've watch your videos my whole 2 yrs as an apprentice and I know you are an extremely sharp fella I think I will continue to keep my head down hell I may even go for my journeymans and go to another company just to get away from these egotistical, arrogant, negative assholes who hate teaching newbies and well this would be a whole 5 pages of sh*t if kept describing these guys but I like try to stay positive and even that is hard around these guy but nonetheless I appreciate your advice!!!

[@JM-fo1te]

Tom Brady could've chased the dollar. Gets paid less just to play with the Patriots.

[@Ressy66]

truer advice was never given!

[@PollutedMindsUS]

Is this a non union cat?

[@kahlil4745]

What if your Master electrician or Journeyman are burnt out and not teaching you shit?

[@blueskies4715]

Dustin, you scared the shit out of me. I thought you were leaving youtube. I respect everything you show and you are teaching me so many things even after twenty years of experience. Just now, you've taught me a different way to look at apprentices. And how they probably look at me. Thank you. Monetize and get with the TDLR to train electricians. But keep the videos coming. Don't quit on me. Blue Skies!

[@theodoreroberts3407]

Never. Retirement will drive you crazy!

[@powwow8796]

Can you explain to us why to 220 doesn't need neutral

[@powwow8796]

Guess I'm just not seeing how it completes the loop

[@veganlvl5202]

It's not that 220 doesn't need a neutral. Some 220 devices like in an air conditioner do not need a neutral. The load is balanced. Neutral only balances the load.

[@powwow8796]

I guess I just needed explaining stupid why it doesn't need to return to source

[@veganlvl5202]

@@powwow8796 it's not stupid its theory

[@powwow8796]

My apologies I didn't mean to say that it was stupid. Just that I need it explained in stupid because I'm not catching it.

[@ninerjoe6733]

I like ur videos

[@lifesgood8958]

Here in PHILIPPINES linemen are underpaid and most of these guys don't have hazard pay. Minimum wage is 10$ a day.

[@Marcel_Germann]

You can't compare such different countries. The thing is: The costs in countries were you earn much more money are also much higher. In some cities here in Germany some people are paying half of their monthly income just for the rent of their appartments. The average rent in Frankfurt is 17 Euros (~19 US$) per squaremeter (~11 sqft).

[@arth.4196]

Episode 45 Is The Real Truth. Say it like it is.........

[@ElectricianU]

Too many people want to bullshit around the bush my dude, I'm here to say what's on my mind. Thanks for the appreciation homie

[@that_guy_right_there_2945]

Was this video made for your apprentice? Nah lol... good advice tho

[@albertoo8461]

Wow that's so true I started working for an electrical company when I dropped out of school in 1999 to help my parents and the owner didn't payed me enough but he treated everybody with respect of you needed to leave early for an emergency wouldn't mind he will always says family comes first then your job he would take care of you and then after so many years working for that company the owner and his son they helped me to study and get my journeyman license and now thanks to them I have my masters license and now i get payed good and other companies had offer me more pay but with the company I owed them alot for hiring a high school drop out and then helping where I am today and they treat me with respect and my friend are working for this other company and get payed more than I do but the owner is a dick one day I met the guy at home depot and he stared insulting my boss and the company that I work with and I stared going at him defending my boss and the company that I work for until my boss saw me and he just told me to walk away that he is always like that saying that his company is the best in south texas just ignor him when you see him that's what I do my boss told me I don't care about what other companies think of his company aslong their is work for our employees that's what he cares about I love the company that I work with and my co-workers we are a family

[@bigmacsalad]

But they haven't taught you how go use a . yet?

[@nicholasbackwell1869]

Talk some more, please

[@dogcat6558]

don't stay at a job get a passive income. relying on a paycheck is for losers.

[@ForrestS]

Ouch! I've really appreciated your videos as I try to learn more about the trade to help me in my role as a service coordinator for an electrical contractor...but your language in this video made it hard to watch. I'm glad my kids weren't around. I have even shared your channel with teammates...but I'm not sure if I would have I had seen this video already. It's just not mature or professional. You're better than that! You seem very intelligent, knowledgeable, and professional in your other videos... Maybe a language warning on this video would help!

[@Daltoncom]

Whats the appropriate amount of time working for someone before you touch their beard? Asking for a friend.

[@ElectricianU]

depends how awkward your lunches are. when it's time, you'll know. lol

[@nicholasbackwell1869]

Talk some more, please