My Son's First Day As An Apprentice!!!

[@Peanutbuttertanks]

My father was a carpenter, when I was younger I didn’t want to learn the trade from him or anyone. Now that we’re both older I look back at that as such a wasted opportunity, I could’ve built a house with my old man. Even if your son doesn’t stick with the trade, it’s awesome that he wants to learn it.

[@jesussosa1579]

Don’t kick yourself down my man!

[@Adobo121]

Sucks that you realized that now. Some kids only want to do their own thing rather than listen to the person than knows wayyy more than them.

[@sempsuno]

Its never to late to learn a skill

[@thespaniard977]

I feel ya my father has his own tile business I worked under him as a labor hand doing all the heavy shit and cuts but he would never really teach me nore would he allow me to lay tile he would just keep saying I have to pay attention and watch mind you I worked with him on and off through out high school and the pay was always shit towards me not sure what he was trying to teach me but now im out here trying to find my own way so now my father and i are on rocky terms always saying I don't work hard enough but I fucked my back up when I was 14 doing brick labor with him He would never teach me anything important he would always let me make my own mistakes and I would always have to tough it out now im 24 and my back fucking swols up every time I get to grinding on a job site no matter how easy it is my fucking back goes into flames now lol

[@namehere8865]

@@thespaniard977 hey man have you done any physio rehab or strength training to improve your back pain it could help tremendously?

[@ArkamasRoss]

Damn he’s got one of the best apprenticeships you could ask for.

[@Ifvcksinglemoms]

I’m pretty good 2 (I hope)I’ve only started school 4 months ago and I’m sure i know more than a 1 year apprentice

[@isaacromero8331]

I started working as an electrical apprentice for my dad when I was 17, I’m 19 now and only work with him when he needs help, but I’ll always cherish the time he took to show me the ropes

[@mathman0101]

Stoked for you and your son working together with the old man one of the best things in life. He will treasure this time. I love the pride in your face money can’t buy those kind of moments.

[@juliusjohnson3177]

Dude, that is so exciting that you have your boy with you gettin shit done! It's great to see good work ethic in the youngsters these days. Great work Josh!

[@qskii5256]

I was always taught not to sit on your butt while doing receptacles

[@tylerrcasement]

@@qskii5256 I mean it’s his fathers business and it’s his first day haha. Let the kid not break his knees while tying in 30 outlets

[@ecospider5]

You were taught by someone trying to get more work out of you and didn’t care about your knee and back medical bills in 20 years. Rolling stool is not a bad idea in big rooms though.

[@alkafps]

Preciate it

[@qskii5256]

@@jackhofalot6705 one knee it’s just a bad example on a job site. You never want somebody to be on their butt on a job site sitting crisscross

[@andrewberain]

This is awesome! A little over a year ago I quit my job as a line technician at a Lexus dealership. With the pandemic, I wasn’t bringing in the hours I needed to support my family. That’s when my dad brought me in to the electrical company he’s working for and I couldn’t be happier! I get to work alongside a master electrician every single day and he’s my dad! I am truly blessed that I get to work with him everyday because I know not everybody gets the opportunity to do so. I’m sure Josh feels the same way. Keep up the great work!

[@kyleogs2780]

I was an acupuncturist before the pandemic and im interested in electrical is it difficult

[@andrewberain]

@@kyleogs2780 For me electrical isn’t difficult. I had been helping my dad with side work since I was 13 and am currently 23 now. As long as you have a good teacher guiding you, you should be fine. The theory behind it is simple enough. There is definitely a lot of money to be made doing electrical however. It may be a worthwhile investment if you are not finding work as an acupuncturist. Of course you’d have to start at the very beginning as an apprentice but if you stick with it, it becomes pretty easy later on. Hope this helps!

[@elmermt]

My grand father was a carpenter and master plumber, my father was a heavy equipment engineer, I became a plumber and maintenance technician at Smithfield. Love what I learned from the past. Life is good.

[@sumdoodguy8879]

Total proud dad moment. You're all smiles. Been there with my son too. Nothing else like it in the whole world. Keep the videos coming man, I learn every time!

[@clifffree8721]

That is truly great to see. The pride and joy you have warms my heart. You are doing a great thing of having him work the summer to see what it is really like and then he can go from there. Regardless of his decision to pursue the trade itself or not, you are showing your interest in him and allowing him to grow. I am so glad to see that.

[@JewishDaddee]

I just started my career as an electrician a year ago. My dad does not work in trades, but he was always the type of person to try and fix something himself, and i think him having me work on stuff around the house definitely motivated me to work with my hands in the future. Good on Josh, I hope he enjoys his time working this summer!!!

[@nmancini]

Proud dad moment right there, thanks for sharing

[@j.a.r.family2576]

Major props, Josh. My old man took me the same way (15yrs ago) and I hated it. But I can't do anything else. Glad you're motivated and positive. Keep pushing young man. I love it.

[@hgbugalou]

This is awesome. My father was a master plumber and I worked with him as an apprentice for several years. I ended up in IT, but I still learned a ton of things working with him. We need so many more young people like y our son getting into the trades. Quite honestly once he is your age, electricians may be making what doctors and lawyers make just due to the lack of people getting into it.

[@lf3566]

My 20 year old son just started his second year apprentice with electrical and he absolutely loves it. The electrical company he works for loves him and put him in a company van his first year and a half. I'm very proud of him!

[@Cult5180]

Did he go to trade school ? Just wondering because I’m looking to go into the school program at linclon but I’m just stuck right now on what I should really do

[@lf3566]

@@Cult5180 no he didn't go to trade school. You just need to work an electrical job or whatever trade your interested in job full time each year to complete your apprenticeship program. When you complete your 4th year you can then take your journeymans test. Many guys don't past the test the first, second and even the 3rd try but they are getting paid top wage so it's not the end of the world if you don't pass it right away.. Just keep taking the test till you pass it.

[@Cult5180]

@@lf3566 did you go to trade school ?

[@lf3566]

@@Cult5180 no

[@archerxo1]

Congrats brother...as a father and a man, you made my day with this video!

[@Jack_of_1_Trade]

Dude!!!! That is beautiful. My father is a general contractor, and I used to go on jobs with him growing up. Now I am A chef turned Electrician due to Covid. Your son is right it is fun

[@kylewhite7819]

Yea it’s fun for a couple years until your body hurts.

[@mathewh3766]

@@kylewhite7819 electrical is pretty light on the body though right?

[@kylewhite7819]

@@mathewh3766 hahaha. Ohhhh you are so cute.

[@mathewh3766]

@@kylewhite7819 thanks, compared to brick laying I can't imagine it being very tough.

[@mathewh3766]

@@kylewhite7819 you seem like a whiner

[@michaelmassetti3126]

Among my many hats was an electronic engineer computer's and assorted tv testing etc. My son is about to graduate with a double major in computer's software and hardware development and installation minor in business management. I'm grinning from ear to ear. I'm glad he likes it.

[@Jutilaje]

This is awesome. Growing up, I worked with my dad a lot remodeling houses, and that was some of the best memories ever. I learned so much and am remodeling my own houses now, and every time I come across something dad & I did together, it reminds me of him :)

[@bulkoneeto662]

Being a electrician is a really fun job! Imo I’m 25 and I started like 2 years ago and I’m loving everyday I come to work! I hope your son loves working in this trade!

[@OGCJ10]

How did you get started ?

[@bulkoneeto662]

@@OGCJ10 I started in a trade school then worked for a company. I’m currently working as a temp as a industrial electrician

[@Bludcharg4214]

Lucky son to have a great teacher as a dad

[@jamesupton143]

Nothing wrong with going to work with your old man. I didn't but he helped me install a new electric service in a old house I bought. I learned enough to install sub panels and wire the house for a new heat pump. Working with electricity is a skill that will pay dividends if you own your own home. Congrats on having him work with you. I hope he realizes that not only is he working with you, he is making life ling memories.

[@kevinvt4174]

Proud dad, good for you.

[@admin.901]

Good luck kid. Stick with it. U got a good teacher/father

[@pittste88]

Nice to a dad actually articulate how and why they are proud of their kid

[@angrycowboy7782]

Having your son admire you and follow in your footsteps is a hell of a thing. Don't take it for granted

[@girth8613]

Absolutely stoked for you and your son! I start my first day tomorrow as an electricians helper.

[@jasonweaver1252]

Damn Dustin that's awesome man my son graduated high school on Friday 12th and started his apprenticeship with the company I work for the following Monday he's with me everyday in the 3 subdivisions I'm running and he's doing great man I'm so happy he chose this trade and he loves it glad your son is doing the same man and I know your proud like me

[@bigitalian1307]

That’s awesome I run an electrical company and want my son to get some experience he’s 14 at the moment I was telling him maybe when he’s 15 or 16 he can start helping in the field.

[@leslieestrada2830]

Great Dustin. So proud of you. Josh you’re awesome. See a kid following fathers steps is so rare today. Great decision Josh.

[@JoseGarcia-yh9zi]

Happy Father's day man, your a great teacher and an awesome dad! Love your content here and on tiktok! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@auspicioustoot]

He's got real high dollar tools too. Hope he appreciates starting 20 steps ahead of most.

[@jacobmartin6602]

for real bro, i found my strippers on the side of the road 😭😭

[@MiguelGomez-tb8ve]

Around here we like to say starting on third base

[@dericmederos1514]

If he starts at 18 then by 23 he'll be a journeyman. Hell, he could take over his dad's business!

[@auspicioustoot]

@@dericmederos1514 and doesn't even need to buy anything bc dad already has it all

[@dericmederos1514]

@@auspicioustoot bingo. Like I'm happy for him, but i knew a guy who had the same position as him and thought he was hot shit; zero humility for the privilege he had. Dustin is a good guy and good father, I'm sure he'll raise his son right

[@joelboutier1736]

Yup, a sign of intelligence & good work ethic is an inquiring mind. An apprentice that asks questions is one that wants to get better & grow. The industry needs people like that.

[@nickm9123]

My dad was a Greasemonkey. Im both glad and sad that he isn't a fellow sparkie, but he did help where he could. He bought me milwaukee tools for Xmas one year, and I haven't gone back to default since. Good to see that your son is following in your footsteps. Hope he keeps it up and don't spoil him. Best of luck to both of you.

[@columbuspalmer846]

I’m so proud of you Dad! Each one teach one the law nature.

[@866martin]

One thing, I’ve read a few post on this video and if anyone is saying negative things about this video shame on you there is nothing but pure greatness in this video

[@glizzyhendrix]

My first day as an apprentice was hilarious, salute to your son

[@richardc7433]

I see how proud this man is in the click bait and that is so fucking cool congratulations on raising a man willing to work

[@fiddlesticksjr1807]

I can see how proud he felt just by the look on his eyes 👀 when he was talking about the kid asking all the right questions..

[@dan260140]

It’s awesome when being shadowed to learn but it’s even more AWSOME when it is your dad! Glad to see your guys day going well

[@aidanray4846]

I’m coming up on 11 months as an apprentice electrician (journeyman) and it’s been so rewarding. When we go into a house and it looks like crap before the remodel then after when it’s all pretty it just makes me more motivated to work.

[@joeshmoe8952]

11 months to become a journeyman is quick, it takes 4 or 5 years in California to get to that level.

[@bradfordjones71]

Congratulations Josh!!! This is great news brother. I feel so happy for him. Exciting!!

[@Nicarnivoro]

Super cool dude, I want it to be an electrician when I was young but circumstances of life killed that dream but my son did become an electrician and I know how proud you are. Joshua is going to be a Master electrician in no time, with a Dad like you there is no doubt. Happy Father's Day by the way, what better gift than your son following your trade. Peace brother. Congratulations to both of you.

[@jarrydee2799]

THis is a great thing. My son started working for me almost 2 years ago. Love it

[@daytona_200]

Dude reminds me of me last summer when I worked for my dads company down south for the summer, but now I work for someone else closer to home, wish him luck and hope he can be a great electrician

[@WiliamBennettwildarbennett]

One of a Dads Proudest moments is when you son or daughter decide that they can earn their own paycheck and follow in your footsteps AWESOME TO SEE THIS ONE

[@soter305]

You must be so proud man. I can only imagine the joy.

[@eldergeektromeo9868]

Congrats! You definitely have one of the BEST teachers there is!

[@TheChemicalBassist]

Man....this is beautiful right here! Wishing the best for you and your son. He definitely has a great teacher.

[@luckyboltz29]

Wow that’s so cool. Started watching you back in 2017, now I’m 2 years into my 5 year program. How time flies

[@koczeniakmike]

Very endearing. Happy for you both

[@danielsoroken9596]

That's very cool man! I had the pleasure of working with my dad for many years before he passed away. Remember, he's his own man with his own ideas and different ways of doing things that maybe just as good as yours!

[@secondchanceretro5739]

Got to Start them young! I was 18 when i started my apprenticeship. You are a great dad man!

[@Mightymouse2400]

Hell yeah, I been working residential with my dad but I want to take further steps to open up and go on and do bigger things, I start tomorrow with his old commercial company and I hope I can make him proud. Definitely cant thank him enough for all that he’s taught me in residential this past year but I hope I can go in and tackle this commercial work, hes told me its a whole different beast.

[@aqqatone]

Bro. It's the first video i watch from your channel. I'm both hyped and proud on your behalf. Stand strong kings! Keep being amazing!

[@haroldpowers245]

I see I'm 2 weeks late. What a great story. Had a few connections with my dad accomplishing some home projects. Nothing like sharing and accomplishing a goal. I broke out into software engineering in the 70's and definitely drew parallels with my dad and I's approach to problem solving. Born in 1924 he was totally old school but had that inventor / out of the box thinking and was a sought after or respected mechanic. All that helped me to break free from logging, ranching, etc. I have so much respect for people's knowledge but I'm blown away with your drive to educate. Thank you

[@Realfmgrose]

Love your videos I’m a apprentice in the Cayman Islands 🇰🇾

[@bayareareefs8616]

Congratulations Josh I’ve been a electrician for 22 years enjoy and try and learn as much as you can about all electrical systems, Don’t rush one day it will all come together

[@georgedavis9943]

Happy dad moment. Excellent. I have my four year old on the job with me when it’s safe (I’m a general contractor, she loves to help me with the finish work). Happy for your family 👌🏻

[@hobbsgaming4043]

Great to see it! I’m 23 so I love seeing other young people getting into the trade. You seem like a good boss keep up the great work homie

[@Cult5180]

Hey I’m looking into starting trade school at Lincoln .. do you think I should start the school ? What do you recommend I should do I’m just kind of stuck

[@hobbsgaming4043]

@@Cult5180 I did a 9 month trade school program, and I mean I learned a lot, got some good information from my instructors, but it’s definitely not the same kind of experience that I’ve gotten working for a good boss that wants me to learn. There’s pros and cons to both of them

[@Cult5180]

@@hobbsgaming4043 oh ok nice if you don’t mind me asking how much did the program cost you ? My program is 12 months for 32k

[@AzKingSavage]

Just started today , bro has been in electrical for 12 years. Been watching your videos the past 2 days , the wiring a switch video helped a lot (episode 3) cause I was doing that and running flex and mc tubing in the wall all day among other things , cool your son going after this pretty cool trade , my bro got me into it and hooked me up with tools and stuff but still need to watch episode 2 to fill up my tools and stuff but got alot of the basics

[@elc2k385]

Happy for you and your son 👏

[@esteven8442]

That’s amazing I started working with my dad as well 2 years ago am 17 now and starting electrical school next year Hod willing

[@tasobouzinelos8027]

That's amazing! I started my apprenticeship last week. Best decision I have ever made.

[@TheKyleee18]

Stoked for you both. Thats awesome!

[@FOH3663]

I loved the time I worked with my Dad. Both my Dad and I had entire 35yr careers in our local IBEW jurisdiction. We both went through our 4yr apprenticeship training 25yrs apart. Fortunately, I got to work with my Dad on two separate occasions; once I transferred to him, several years later he transferred to me. He essentially spent 90% of his career on a service truck, supporting his own clients, within the Service department. Myself just the opposite, I spent 90% of my career on big industrial projects etc., then my last ten years I went inside to our Convention Center/NFL Stadium. Appreciate the content Safety first

[@jorgekimbell1428]

That awesome! It’s a beautiful thing when a young man takes interest in the crafts. I salute him for his work ethic’s. In this case it’s true, The apple does not fall far from the tree.

[@jimanderson4495]

Neat… father / son time always GOOD. THANKS

[@EnProto]

As a father of two i can totally relate, i can tell how excited you are about it! Mine are much younger, but maybe someday!

[@bkbythesea1768]

Nice. Both my sons are in vocational school as plumbers. My oldest, 17 is on co-op, starting beginning this year. My youngest , 16, goes out year next. My oldest is like yours, he likes a physical work day getting stuff done. He is constantly telling me about his work day and I love hearing it. I used to be in the construction field, all concrete work, residential, commercial, bridge work etc. So i know too what a hard days work sounds like and I'm glad they are happy about their choice of work. I've had plenty of friends whose kids went off to college only to come back with degree in hand and say they don't like the field.

[@alexbaum5171]

Bro, this is great! Proud of Josh with ya! Thanks for putting up a hearty video like this, we appreciate the "business as usual" videos but this was a nice change up! Josh is going to make a great journeyman one day no doubt.

[@chato12377]

I love how proud you are of your son! Make sure to teach him about EGC's!

[@waynejanik9668]

Thank you for sharing. The proud dad. It is great your son has taken an interest in your trade. The is a life skill that will always keep you employed. Congratulation to you and all the best to your son. Wish him a long and successful career. Stay safe.

[@towtruckaj]

That's exactly how I was when I started working, I always hated school but once I started actual work I loved it, so much more enjoyable going out and doing my own thing than sitting in a room and being told what to do all day.

[@neftalirosado6167]

Congratulations 🎊🎉!!! Great moments for you and your family!! God bless your family!! Thanks 🙏🏽

[@corydavey3026]

Working with my son has been some of the most fun I have had at work

[@shakes5847]

I actually fumble-fucked my way in to the trade after wasting 3 semesters at college and my club friend was like "Hey there's this thing called IEC I joined...." . 18 years later and now in the Union, it's probably the best accidental decision I've ever made. I would have withered and died in a office environment and instead I get daily exercise and a fullfilling..... well usually, career. He made a good choice.

[@marcorojas771]

Hey maestro I love to watch your videos thanks for keep teaching us stay safe and blessed Electrian U

[@ttmproductionshalifaxnovas5968]

That is super great! So good to see proud dads and their sons doing great! Congrats! Jeff, TTM Home Inspections, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada. :)

[@noiseismymiddlename5669]

The beauty of being a dad!

[@bluej511]

Very cool, hope we get tons of videos and longer as well. I actually just helped a family friend add new circuits and a few new outlets here in France in our apartment. Being on your feet all day absolutely sucks lol. Can't wait to see more of you two.

[@AngelHernandez-ws3sv]

Son of a GOAT ! 🤙🏽 Your fellow sparkys are just as stoked !

[@bangler62]

I followed my father and grandfather into construction and property ownership and management but my son had no interest and went a different way. There's no surety about it so it's really fantastic that your son has an interest and has a drive to learn and is suited to the environment, and it sounds like you know how truly great that is.

[@shaneoakley8757]

This is amazing! Congratulations Dustin. I’ve been following for a long time. What a journey Brother! My son is 14 now. I had him in the excavator the other day trying some trenching. It’s awesome to see them get exited.

[@tommycho9068]

Great job for your son and keep it up no matter what. Always, I am going to two thumbs up to your son and you as well. Thank you.

[@Keatononame13]

Don't only be proud of him, give yourself some credit, you helped teach the dude how to be kickass in everything in the first place. 👍

[@bradunderhill157]

Super excited for you man! And super excited for your son getting a head start on life! I'm 27 and I'll be a journeyman in here soon! My son is almost 4! I can't wait to teach him all these cool things 😎 keep it up bro! Good shit 🙌 👏

[@lazy4278]

Should be a very proud DAD you win some and loose some but always celebrate the ones that finally gets it. So proud of my Daughter she came a long was but found hee purpose doing something she desired.

[@DominickRuocco]

I remember my first day on the job like it was yesterday. I put in devices for the first couple of weeks and honestly fell in love with trade immediately.

[@mario7_electrician]

Best of luck to your son. Congrats Josh 👍

[@85ht27]

Oh yea man this is nice I’m always helping out my pops when he out working in his welding business and electricians are always at he jobsite when we are there and this catching my eye !

[@104silvae]

Thats amazing man. You both should be very proud.

[@tylerulahel3607]

nice man! my father owns an electrical company. I've been with it for 7 years full time!

[@hegodamask7922]

That’s great man, I know it’s a proud feeling.

[@nolimit3937]

Proud and happy DAD ❤

[@alvarezjmjr]

I started literally like 2-1/2 months ago and it’s a lot of fun I love it I hope your son does to

[@866martin]

Awesome,your a great father. If more fathers were like you all of this craziness would not be happening best of luck to your son as he goes through his apprenticeship and career. 👍👍👍👌👌👌

[@MrCmgl1]

That’s awesome. We need more young people interested in the trades. To work with your son and teach him is the best feeling.

[@turboflush]

I am not an electrician. But I learned allot of basic electric skills from my dad when I was a kid. I look up to him. And he now looks to me as now I have skills that he does not.

[@daltonpethel5697]

This is so cool my father has his own plumbing and electrical company and I to am learning the trade I’m 20 with 9 month old triplets and I hope to be able to show my son and daughters the same things I’ve learned from my father over the years.

[@MrDontcareify]

That’s very cool!!! I work with my dad in the Solar electric trade! 🙂