The Dirty Secrets in an Electrician’s Van

[@bradawilliams1]

I am an electrician and I come home and watch videos about electricians... Love it!

[@ElectricProAcademy]

LOVE IT! 😆

[@ElectricProAcademy]

Me too!!

[@lowvoltdude1418]

Me too! I’m an IBEW C card and love watching your videos . Thanks for all the uploads and quality content!

[@thomasdouglas4943]

Same

[@STHelton1]

And I come home and read comments from electricians who are watching videos about electricians… lol

[@ptso7580]

The 3 service vehicles we had in our fleet had an emergency kit to get it self out. Jumper cables, tow strap, fuses, tire plug kit, a gallon of water, 5 ton jack, extra lug nuts and assorted fasteners. Never trusted paid car services, the wait time is lost.revenue. Being in AZ Southern Cali base I kept the AC system in check. Emissions system is a major cause of the check engine light to come on. So it's nice to take care of it right away. A OB2 reader in glove box is a handy thing to have in the truck.

[@richardevon6410]

"The list goes on and on." As a former general contractor and someone intimately familiar with all building trades, I am of the opinion that electricians have the most parts and tools to keep track of. There's no way carpenters and plumbers, even HVAC guys can compare to the sheer volume of small and large parts and devices needed to arrive well equipped to a jobsite. Your video perfectly illustrates this fact. No shade on woodworkers or any other trade; just fact.

[@ElectricProAcademy]

Thanks! It feels like a lot :-)

[@WiliamBennettwildarbennett]

Speaking From Experience on the safety panel behind the front seats. Jan 2009 was rear-ended by a guy doing 60+ in a 35 as I was slowedto about 5 mph. My 89 Chevy panel van, W/out safety panel, loaded with my tools Rolled 2½ times. The front windshield had tool's sticking out of it. They picked up tool's scattered over 300 foot area. Thanks for the walk around on your company. So much to learn.

[@Gruntled2001]

😮

[@ElectricProAcademy]

That's INCREDIBLE and yet I believe you!

[@billdanbury]

I am a tinkerer and home owner. I saw you demo that husky box and immediately went to Lowe Depot and picked that up to get my you-know-what organized. Thank you for all you do to help boost or knowledge and confidence.

[@docferringer]

You mean, to get your shit organized? So when you have everything closed and stacked, does that mean you have your shit together? :)

[@tristanstefanetti6072]

Thanks for this content! Always thinking there ought to be a better way. I like to see the high level of organization and thought that went into this van build. Just the video i was looking for.

[@Eightball2516]

There is one thing I always add to my vans it is a 3000 watt inverter so I always have a way to charge my batteries if I’m in an area where there is no power.

[@a_dubs_]

Take this one further and put a solar system in the van.

[@atease3464]

Good to see you're taking pride in your business and employees

[@claytonmiller63]

I am a licensed master electrician for the past 51 yrs !! FORGET THOSE 1/4 LEAD ANCHORS ARE A PIECE OF GARBAGE!!!! I HAVE AN EASILER WAY AND CHEAPER. BUY HILTI, FASTENAL SLEEVE ANCHORS . A 1/4" SLEEVE ANCHOR WILL HOLD ABOUT 1200 POUNDS. ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS DRILL 1/4" HOLE AND USE A 1/4" ANCHOR, TAP IN THE ANCHORS WITH A 3/8" NUT DRIVER AND TIGHTEN DOWN THE ACORN NUT!!!!! THINK HOW LONG IT TAKES TO DRILL THE HOLE, MOUNT YOU OBJECT, DRIVE IN THE ANCHOR WITH NUT DRIVER AND LINEMANS PLIERS (KLEIN) AND TIGHTEN DOWN IN LESS THAN 3 TO 5 MINUTES!!!! DONE THAT, BEEN THERE SEVERAL THOUSANDS OF TIMES!!!

[@briannorthrip]

Man I thought I was big Klein/Dewalt fanboy!! You make me proud, love your setup. Subscribed!

[@JohnSmith-ms2cl]

Hey mate, love the van segment, all sparkies should jump on this and share tips and tricks. Love the enthusiasm and pride, great job 👍

[@Gruntled2001]

8:40, now, THAT’s what the wire stretcher looks like! 🤔

[@MilkDrinkz]

Wow, as I’m taking over my (unorganized) dad’s mostly residential electrical business, I’ve been searching for an inventory example and layout for organizing a van. This is a great help!! Would love a more in-depth look in the van and/or what you stock in your warehouse and how you have it organized if possible. Thank you very much from Delaware!

[@ElectricProAcademy]

@brads.4848, we'd be happy to do that with you 1-on-1 via EPRO-2-Call: electric-pro-academy.square.site/ !

[@robertyork524]

Thank you Joel for sharing some insights into a professional's set up. I'm very impressed at the level of care that you and your team exercise with both personal safety and customer care. I see so many examples as of late where "craftsmen" have abandoned the basic principles of professionalism. You guys are top notch!!

[@thinktank8286]

You mentioned the man who uses the truck earned it. He had only home project electrical experience. That is amazing! I'd love to be an electrician but only have home and some experience helping a Master E in a school district.

[@SavedByFaithInJesus]

My Dude. I'm 45, I fell in with an Electrician 4 years ago. EVERYTHING clicked from the first day. I love Everyday, even the days I'm crawling under a house or crawling through an attic. There is not much that is more satisfying than flipping that switch for the circuit YOU just ran all nice and straight with on kinks or twists.. Attitude is a BIG factor, "Can Do" is my moto (even if spiders are a factor) Go for it.

[@cordcd7]

I feel now is a great time, if you're looking for a career or career change. I left a corporate IT job this year after a decade and am working on starting as an apprentice electrician soon. The trades are hurting and there needs to be some good solid folks stepping up to fill the void.

[@thinktank8286]

@@SavedByFaithInJesus thanks for the reply. I'm right behind you at 42. Spend my 20s working dead-end jobs. My 30s as a small church pastor. Lately found my way into I.T. so far to meet family needs. Perhaps somehow, Jesus will find a way. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@thinktank8286]

@@cordcd7 I work in IT now. I can say . . . I pretty much hate it. Boring. Impractical. Agile dorky philosophy. Desk job. Perhaps a way forward will be found for me. Very glad you found your way! I. T. Isn't everything it's been sold as for 30 years. Without the Sparky's, no I.T. :)

[@jrbay1]

Nice service van template, something you really have to look out for is how the Upfitter attaches your shelving, cannot tell you how many vans came from the dealer where the shelves came loose within weeks, attached with no 14 screws, or screws hitting wiring, harness, or brake lines, make sure your shelves are nut and bolted in place.

[@alg.5748]

I love the videos, and I'm thinking about a new career when I retire. I've taken a few NFPA courses at work as safety training, but I love learning and doing my own electrical and plumbing works that have passed inspection

[@shawnphillips1220]

Glad to see yall are team RED

[@CorenergyElectrical-xe8ew]

Start reinforcing the floor.. I've seen people cut the floor out right by the sliding door to gain entry.. alarm won't go off because the doors are closed the whole time and they are kinda hidden under the van..

[@michaeljavert4635]

Great video !

[@martin11603]

I enjoy watching and learning from your content. Thank you

[@ElectricProAcademy]

Martin, many thanks.

[@johnsandlinjr]

Just saw that tool Today on rack a tiers KZbin channel. That’s for pulling rope or flatline

[@FernusTalks]

Great content, from one sparky to another

[@vince6829]

Thanks for sharing. Love your videos.

[@hidnpain]

You should check out lock picking lawyer slick locks, and all puck locks suck and provide pretty much no protection.

[@SavedByFaithInJesus]

Love the LockPickingLawyer.

[@MrKen59]

Nice overview

[@fikalaredo5762]

Jeez I’ve been watching these videos for a while and didn’t realize how massive your company is. I see you’re in Indianapolis I’m in Chicago but a couple years ago came out there to buy a used cargo van from Kirby Risk it was an electrical supply house just a funny coincidence

[@mattgayda2840]

Every van needs quality first aid kits setup for high blood loss and trauma. Quick clot bandages are a lifesaver!

[@WiliamBennettwildarbennett]

Also need to add to my comment, if you have a MENARDS (or order on their app) I highly recomend their KETER toolboxes. I have 1 of the 24" MASTERLOAD ROLLING & 2 of the 22" CANTILEVER toolboxes.

[@aidanray4846]

I’m a 1st year apprentice with 2 years in the field. I drive a 2009 mercury grand marquis my company doesn’t let us have company vehicles until we become journeyman.

[@imark7777777]

I must've hit the lottery, Nissan van amazing condition 2018 at a reasonable price, totally beats the Flintstones Mobile car with holes in the floor. So you went decals rather than rap that's a good idea I've heard that the wraps tend to do bad things after a while. Well I like how shiny and white it is it's very white. So you're saying I should get licensed and put myself in the front seat.

[@Eddy63]

Good vid and if you were in my area I'd use ya just because your a great business ...

[@cengeb]

Insurance for them vehicles and stuff has to be astronomical!!!!

[@matthewbrown4895]

I love the video! Been watching you for a bit to learn as much as I can. I am on my 4th year if solar, and thinking about getting my card next year after I finish my masters program. Your videos are so helpful to get me immersed in the electrical world as I do homework. Soooo..... what is that tool at the 8:40 mark? I need to know if I need to add something to my list for Santa last minute....

[@matthewbrown4895]

My guess is that it is some sort of wire puller?

[@SavedByFaithInJesus]

Ropematic Pro. for pulling DOWN on rope. I did not know this, I saw the name on the tool. Unless you're doing a lot of commercial.

[@SavedByFaithInJesus]

@@matthewbrown4895 Ropematic Pro. for pulling DOWN on rope. I did not know this, I saw the name on the tool. Unless you're doing a lot of commercial.

[@matthewbrown4895]

@@SavedByFaithInJesus I wonder why it says pulling down. It cant pull up? Interesting.

[@JamesHalfHorse]

I was looking at going the used suburban route but ended up with a full size escalade for the same costs. I have to have a 4 wheel drive and considering building a drawer system for it. Can't find anything for sale that isn't well over book, high miles and needs work unless you are well north of the 30k price range. Also I have been judged by customers, perspective employers and quite honestly at least formed an opinion on people working for me based on the type and neatness of what they are driving.

[@HeScreamsEpic]

What’s that black folding material bin? looks like maximum brand or husky? I need one!

[@binaryglitch64]

When the boss comes and confiscates materials from your truck...

[@SavedByFaithInJesus]

This is a major annoyance, cause I KNOW MY truck, and I KNOW I had one last week...

[@binaryglitch64]

@@SavedByFaithInJesus I feel ya... a text, at least, would be nice. Not all bosses are good about this though.

[@bearded_electrician]

@8:40 rope pulling handle

[@me4654]

I just wanna wrap the copper wire around a bolt sticking outta the wood on the new balcony I'm on the 3rd floor and that's the way it was before I had to disasemble it? I mean dose an antenna even need a ground wire?

[@quintenclark5280]

8:40 the wire stretcher!

[@1KDave]

I was in a transit with no divider. Got in a bad wreck when someone ran a red light and had tools in my lap and on the floor up front.

[@ElectricProAcademy]

😬 Glad you didn't take a drill or sledge to the head! You get a nice divider with that insurance money?!

[@1KDave]

@@ElectricProAcademy got another transit. It had a divider. Wreck was at keystone and fall creek. I was going NE on fall creek, someone was in the turn lane blocking my view of what was coming east on keystone. Hit them hard and spun them around. They were driving on a suspended and no insurance, so that was nice.

[@markg8547]

My guess on the mystery tool at the 8:40 mark is to pull grounding rods out of the ground.

[@ElectricProAcademy]

It's a fish tape puller, but it's possible it would work for that

[@davidwayneprins]

If you ever add a satellite office in Grand Rapids, MI, I'll send my resume.

[@AmericanWireman]

8:48 rope puller lol

[@jasonquinn5330]

video was lit

[@mackfisher4487]

Buddy pluming van had Slick Lock Protected doors the thief "cut the hinges off" What protected him from loss was his alarm system notified him by cell phone.

[@JV-pu8kx]

An armed guard would help, too.

[@cole580]

What kind of van is that?

[@danielkofman4592]

What van is that? 2020 Ford Transit?

[@1001JStacy]

Where's the Pipe Stretcher? Or the Breaker Fluid at? lol

[@ElectricProAcademy]

😂

[@cengeb]

Wagos!!???

[@dsingletary06]

Secure puck lock? Have you not heard of the lock picking lawyer? KZbin him

[@eastwick81]

Apprentice van??? More like a masters van lol

[@bosvark4x4adventures]

Where is the megger and earth resistance tester? Essential for solar installations

[@DijoevyCrew]

That tool is the old wire stretcher

[@ElectricProAcademy]

😂

[@mikedrake5738]

The tool is a rope pulling tool.