What You Need to Know About Being a Carpenter in 2023 - Unbelievable Benefits Revealed!

[@MyNicole59]

Thanks for being so transparent & you’ve helped me out a lot

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

That's my main goal to help people understand carpentry. The more informed you are the better you will do.

[@dinosworkinonit3563]

As a forty year Carpenter Foreman , the single most important thing we look for from an apprentice is not what brand of tools you carry. We don't even care if you don't have all the tools. Number one is showing up every day and on time. Number two is attitude and willingness to be a part of a team. We will teach you how to do tasks safely and provide all safety equipment. We don't tolerate people who are always late, can't find a baby sitter, have to go to court all the time, and just plain lazy. we will lay you off in a heart beat.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Showing up is always going to be the biggest factor. I couldn't agree more. Thank you for watching.

[@anythingeverything4424]

Depends who you work for… you can have all the tools except for 1 and get sent home here in cali

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

That's tough!

[@llhcdv7452]

You know the problem with you foreman and people in charge is that all you guys think that when someone doesn’t show up to work, they’re being lazy. Everyone’s life is different and circumstances happen ALL the time. Now I get that there are workers who are just plain lazy and don’t wanna work. But that can’t be the overall reason why all you foreman think happens when someone calls in, or is late. Oh you were able to be on time all your life? Well not everyone gets to live your life. Blaming everyone that they are lazy is not the way to go. Do better.

[@SOCyak]

I’m 18 and am a carpentry apprentice, and I’m excited to build a career that’ll benefit me and my loved ones.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Hell yeah. Let's build America💪💪💪

[@lax_mike11]

Local 1503, being a carpenter changed my life, 23 years old now and I joined at 19. I was able to invest and change it for the better, still working till about 40 then retiring early, but man do I love my job.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Changed my life, and I'm very grateful. Working hard and making good money.

[@cuh4647]

How much did you start off making?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@CUh when I first started out. I was making $17? But journeymen were only making $34 at the time. 1st terms now start at $27 an hour. And progresses from there.

[@seekwrage]

At age 40? That won’t give you 30 years for the pension.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@seekwrage exactly, but that's oregon. So I don't know.

[@carpenterinchief]

About to wrap up a 20 yr career with the Navy. I plan to become a union carpenter when I retire in July. Cant wait!!!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

That's amazing. Let me know how I can help.

[@vonjakobcain1691]

These videos make me proud to go to sleep at night, especially on these Sundays where you’re dreading work, the 95 degree days, framing on a hot roof for 10 hours, etc, ready to get up and tackle each day of the week! New sub, thanks for the content my man!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

We work hard and bust our asses you should be proud!!!! A lot of people don't know how hard we work. So I salute you bro. From one carpenter to another.

[@jacksparrowguy]

I’m a struggling freelance graphic designer who’s considering going into carpentry. The only downside is that it’ll take five years to become certified but my current situation hasn’t improved so it looks like this could be a decent career path. As someone who’s very artistic, I’m hoping carpentry will allow me to apply my skills Side note: Dude, Thanks so much for being very politically partisan in this video! As someone who is voting for Trump in a very hostile environment, I love videos like this. Im very sorry to hear all the horrific drama that happened in that story you mentioned. That’s awful that that happened but I’m glad the Union was able to sort it out professionally

[@sirreginaldlee3576]

Bro im literally at rock bottom with a pregnant gf and ive been applying for jobs everyday for a month and going to interviews getting turned down. I've considered plumbing or electrician or hvac but those are super high stress and a major toll on the body but this trade seems much more viable for me atp. This video brought me some semblance of peace and im honestly thinking about signing up for carpentry this week 🙏🏽

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I was in a similar place when I joined the carpenters union. It was the best choice I ever made.

[@igohardyesme]

As someone in the carpenters union and works with the other trades if that’s your concern carpentry by far has more toll on the body then those other trades and just as much high stress and pressure if not more just don’t want you jumping in and feeling bamboozled

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@weslee marshall that's true. But you have a way higher chance of getting the carpenters than the other high skilled trades. Plus, being a carpenter isn't hard as a Mason, rod buck, roofer, or laborer.

[@assass7012]

Saw this while scrolling through comments watching the video, and I just want to say, good luck man! Hope everything works out as best as you hope!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@assass7012 thank you Fam.

[@john.upchurchiv]

really appreciate this bro. I'm 17 and plan on taking this career on for myself and this made me feel a lot better about it!!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

You got it bro. This career changed my life.

[@johnkimbrough3206]

It changed my family and I life for the better. Local 32 here.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@johnkimbrough3206 You love to here it!!!!

[@quayon8954]

That awsome! Most guys dont even know what they want out of life at 17. Ngl the job is hard work and demanding but its worth it in the long run. I would suggest you join a trade school so its free like i did. More specifically jobcorps! I joined when i was 17 and got my ged, license, and certs in carpentry all for free. The only thing is the most of the people there is immature but if you focus you got it. I went edison jobcorps in nj and they dont only teach you carpentry they teach discipline. But good luck to you bro!

[@robertsever836]

Retirement is 65 for full benefit, you can go early starting at 55 but at 55 you only get 60% of your full payment each month and the payment increases in intervals each year until you get to the full amount at 65. Shout out from local 423 in Pennsylvania.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

That's what I thought good looking out. I appreciate you. Local 1503!

[@MichaelDemapan]

Sir, how many years do you have to work to qualify for retirement?

[@leakyshart9943]

Great video bro! I’m 22 been in the union in Canada since 17. Pension is already at $52k. Lots of overtime lol. Moving to the east coast USA to work in those locals. Salute brother! Stay safe

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you bro. Salute to you. Continue building. Stay safe.

[@mcnkingmadeit799]

How’s the day process of transferring from Canada to US in the union??

[@leakyshart9943]

@@mcnkingmadeit799 super easy bro, all you’re doing is transferring unions. Talk to the union you’re going to transfer to, fill out whatever forms they need, do the required training and you’re good to go

[@JayJudah2k]

I like how transparent you were during this video very informative about lifestyle and the work

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you! You can work with your hands and still enjoy a very fulfilling life.

[@jcummings7247]

I'm an apprentice and I'm honestly not motivated to continue my friend is the reason I got into it because she went through it I don't want her to feel ashamed

[@joelcruz3453]

Great video I’m at Local 14 & 1266 ! Thanks for all the intel . Right on Brother .

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Union strong baby. Local 1503. The choice I ever made.

[@NMIBUBBLE]

lol that's so funny about the card in the ice trick! It's a cool trade.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

thank you for watching. Im not sure about the ice trick.

[@danwilliams4270]

Wish I'd knew about this 30 years ago. I'm gonna send this to my nephew.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I always hear guys say that. We got to get the trades back in the schools in a major way. You can still be respected if you work with your hands.

[@shanesolar3924]

I’m 29 and strongly considering jumping over the union and starting over before it’s too late

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@shanesolar3924 I've heard this story a thousand times. Most people say they wish they switched earlier. Come on over. Let me know how I can help.

[@shanesolar3924]

@@unscriptedwithantonio I’m gonna contact the training center and find out when apprentice programs begin again, I guess that’s the first step?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@shanesolar3924 And contact your local in your region. I know it's a pain in the ass, but it's totally worth it.

[@JustaVegasBaby]

I’m so glad I found your KZbin channel. I’ve watched a couple videos now after I thought well in what grade I wanted to start. I was between carpentry and one other trade but I’m leaning more to carpentry. I’m currently completing my osha 10 card and it’s the first time I’ve ever looked at getting into a trade. The union in all sounds like the union I work for in the culinary for my day job. But I’m 20 years old and I don’t know where to start after I complete my osha course. I am already thinking about going to job sites after I complete my class to gain knowledge from other on how they started. And I’ve also got an apprenticeship program I’ve called that told me to bring certain documents and apply for apprenticeship and they will reach out to companies. Maybe I’m thinking too hard about it haha

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Contact your local and join the apprenticeship. And help US build America.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm been pretty sick the last few weeks. I'm feeling better now. Expect more content coming soon!

[@drseuss5407]

It's the way it's ordered 1/3 off the world population starving may reach 2/3. Dump ocean water into dry rivers with ocean fish, have an ocean river, desal at farms, steam distiller at the kitchen sink, disinfected and salt free Collect America's lawn mower clippings for more cattle, new jobs. Instead we export corn and beef and have a storage and import meat from other countries Don't eat people, if it's time for cabalism as some are saying it's time for mass suicides, and don't eat them, no, you may not be a zombie. Stop eating people, plant cows eat chicken They tried to make viruses to eliminate half the world, they are unsuccessful, 65 percent of the world would say thanks for a synthetic opioid euthanasia drink by the 10,000 gallon vat, I could have done agenda 21 better 8 years ago If you won't be compassionate to the majority, nor will the the ruling minority to all. To them it is a matter of choice: Theirs Soon your cities will be without water, unless you hire people for US currency which costs the same to print as unemployment without a future and pump desalinated water from the ocean into river systems we're not being drawn to the sun, There's two black holes on the surface, whatever was gravitationally drawn to the core went there, and the overall gravity of the sun increased but it got hotter but we're moving away and angry solar flares and CMEs are coming after us for leaving. Heat pushes clouds causing flooding on other parts of this planet while coronal mass ejection and solar flares from magnetic connections from the sun to the earth are increasing. One day maybe it will arc weld this iron ball if we don't cross elliptical orbit line with the moon. Tell NASA about the moon and a year and a half later they make Moonfall. They should make a euthanasia for everyone who wants to go, or be stuck to endure the future even if you don't want to be here at all??? With the moon it'd be a tsunami one way and a volcano the other, the future of our relationship with the sun is a different issue However, 65 percent of the planet would take a synthetic opioid drink by the 10,000 gallon vat and say thanks, 1/3 off the world is starving to death, 5 percent need bones they can't or don't want to get replaced, 5 percent need organs they can't or don't want to get replaced, 5 percent are terminally ill 5 percent chronic pain, 5-10 percent never wanted to be here anyway, and everyone else will have a peaceful way to go when they want. There's no good way to go, some are 18 and 0 and going through death and not actually dying is not fun, some attempts are violent to go through. Instead of making a euthanasia available to everyone who wants to go they kill .08 percent of the world population in two years. Everyone was the target. I would have helped the 65 percent go 8 yrs ago. They're getting a dime instead of a dollar in creating good There needs to be a peaceful easy way for everyone when they want to go. Guy saves 1M in state aid, paid 600k in social security, doesn't have to die every day, just gets to leave before suffering. The guy with the kids gets 800 k from Uncle Sam in life insurance he never signed up for and Uncle Sam keeps the other 800k. Free euthanasia. Cut inflation by more than half, more than doubled available resources. Have a job by a company which pays all the taxes and picks up grass clippings M-S to take it to fields now with cows on it, 4x your US cattle with lawn mower clippings from every years, save 2500 on property taxes and make sure your clippings are out in your neighborhood on Tuesdays Pump desalinated water from ocean wave current into river systems ASAP. It costs the same to print unemployment and section 8 as it fits a job with a paycheck that won't even take your house away Here's your check if you love your neighbors and don't want to leave your free housing, and here's your bigger check if you want to rent on the private market More confusing paint corporations pay all the taxes making useful cool jobs like a mint company your paper actually goes somewhere and a quarter turns back into a dollar Dig out 10 ' of river bed and cast and set two 10' pipelines to being Atlantic ocean water to every house, use steam distiller for salt free disinfected water at the kitchen sink, dump waste water into sealed pipelines. It took a turn 2 years to dig out 10' of riverbed, everyone could be back to work working in every town and we'd be at with new infrastructure. Don't put salt in your water, have more salt for more roads in the winter. Send salt water straight to homes, they'll use a distiller for their few gallons of driving and cooking water and they're off toilet to tap loop. Use electrolysis for energy from salt water. At the very least, feed rivers with desal water immediately to quickly overcome drought shortages, no problem Make a grass and corn crop that grows in ocean water hybrid with say, oceanic grass root structures, best genetic corn crop growing in salt water in Texas and Arizona while you solar desalinate more oxygen and hydrogen into the air in a 24/7/365 grow season with ocean water and no weeds growing in salt water crops or lawns, fill your swimming pool with ocean water and water your lawn with salt water, don't put salt in your what salt water put it in the roads, use a small steam distiller made of glass and stainless to get disinfected and salt water free water for cooking and drinking, maybe an ocean let for your pool, were have to deal with ocean water rise, how about a Dolphin? Make more indoor fish farms, clean fish into a flash freezer, people eat fish, kid makes 90 k a year running fishing equipment not $9 an hour people eat well People could be cremated visible to the public and the smoke can be required in a gallon of water and the ashes and cement combined and people can be made into a concrete cast or flower pot. Otherwise, if they get cremated, without a filter, or dissolved in alkyld they go down a drain? And they had that place giving fake ashes and selling bodies Maybe you could make a wireless Tesla bridge (like when you touch a Tesla ball and the current comes towards you, though you are in the millivolts) to draw CMEs from to sub to say, Mars, maybe you'll stop the earth from frying A spirit showed me how you could inject an opioid into an umbilical cord and put a baby to sleep peacefully instead of slashing with a scalpel or give the baby up for adoption

[@christopherkilian9763]

Covid? Flu?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@christopherkilian9763 it was covid.

[@TeamRosserDad]

Great content

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I appreciate you

[@freedomchurchINT]

Thanks for the video brother, very compendious

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you. I really appreciate it.

[@D4G_Fragrance]

Yes sirrrrr!!! Glad to have you back fam 🔥🔥🔥

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm back fam. Just been sick and what not.

[@MandiriPlafond]

nice info ☕🔔

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you. I'm trying.

[@jeffalan6339]

You are for real. After a customer cheated me on a deck project refurbishing a deck with composite boards, . At the end refused to pay for my services. Plan to sue him. A union friend told me to join the union or you will be selling hotdogs at ball games. I called the union hall and they hired me on the door as z journeyman . With my experience, on my second assignment coming down off 4 x 4 lift I felt for the ground after they leveled it I dismounted my leg was damaged, they fired me for getting injured with permanent furlough. Denied work Comp unable to work for awhile Hired an attorney as the union said we stay out of it.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm sorry to hear about that.

[@jeffalan6339]

Wasn't looking for sympathy, just adding events I have experienced. I have heard from self employed, subs and union workers it is changing for the worst. It's about the money not about the employee or contractor. From those who are retired to middle age to younger. Your videos are straight forward, no holds barred, tell it like it is. I'm glad you tell all let's decide. The training is more than just experience and ability Good job bud !.

[@Matthew-i3h]

For 40 hours yeah that outstanding. I work 70 a week big dog but im going to apply for carpenter union

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Come on down, fam. We need help building America. Thank you for watching.

[@zadokfoster7891]

I’m starting at $24.66 an hour in indiana as a 3rd year and next pay jump is 29 for 4th year apprentice. Went from working in the family construction business since 11 years old and I showed up in the union and it paid off, lol my 2nd year is 35 years old I’m 21

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

How is the cost of living over there? $29 is good money if you don't live in the city. Getting started early alway pays off.

[@g.johnson2001]

What did you start at first year? I'm in the same state and was hoping to enroll in the apprentice through IKORCC.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@g.johnson2001 Indiana or Oregon?

[@g.johnson2001]

@@unscriptedwithantonio Indiana but I appreciate the quick response!

[@maxthomas8126]

​@@g.johnson2001I'm in Louisville and also gonna apply with IKORCC. Might bump into you some time

[@emanuelteshome3587]

Local 129 baby. Here’s the truth we are the Unite brotherhood of carpenters and joiners of America. We build this mighty nation !!!!!!!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Hell yeah.

[@Humanspider616]

Fresh out of 562 Whittier training

[@IAqwh]

I’m 18 and I’m about to going to the union soon but I’m so nervous about messing everything up, I feel like I won’t know where to start.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Listen just breathe. Alway ask this question. How I can help? Show up everyday. And give your best effort. You should be fine!!!

[@salstar_yt1063]

@@unscriptedwithantonio I have a question, so I know that there are many benefits of joining a union, But what are some of the “CONs” of joining the union❗️❓

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@salstar_ yt Some of the cons are that you may not agree with the unions politics. If you are a superstar carpenter, you can get paid more working for yourself. (But you're going to be working your ass off).

[@nonyobussiness3440]

I’m 31 thinking about the trades. I don’t enjoy the corporate job life. I miss my farm job and working at ups.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I think a lot of people view the trades as lesser jobs. But I find my job to be super rewarding.

[@Lumberzackk]

32 Switching from my office job to joining carpentry union.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Hell yeah. Help us build America!

[@TeamRosserDad]

New subscriber

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching.

[@Doughboy1554-z6e]

Just came across this video in finna start school for carpenter any invise

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Join the discord. Link in the description.

[@lamar8828]

Good video, keep it up 🤙🏾

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

🙏🙏 I appreciate you.

[@gerardoluna5383]

great video, I'm considering it

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

The work isn't alway easy, but it's worth it. Let me know how I can help.

[@tavonjoseph2692]

What you think about using the gi bill for your time as an apprentice

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I've heard of guys going that route. I believe you get journeyman wages your whole apprenticeship. So I think it's a great deal if that's true.

[@breaktimetips]

Delegate / eboard/passion4training. Im primarily interior austems. out of local 425. In Washington. Our pay scales a little higher but this is very accurate. thank you for sharing. I look forward to watching your videos

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you for watching!!! I appreciate it!.

[@kennyahasims274]

Hey, I enjoyed the video. Im trying to be in this field as Im a senior in high school, and want to pursue construction. but my first step would be getting into the carpentry field to know the basics. but could you possibly make a video for young adults trying to pursue this field and what it might look like? and I want to know if we would be getting paid just weekly like most jobs or day by day. I just want to know what I'll be working with, and what my options are. My dream career is interior design but we've all got to start somewhere! Lol thanks a lot. 😁

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I got you. I've been working on a video. That would go over a couple of these topics.

[@kennyahasims274]

@@unscriptedwithantonio Awesome bro thanks alot.😪😪

[@rando6298]

Whats the most stessful part about carpentery and your favorite part

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

The most stressful part for me. Is working with new material under a tight schedule. The key is to be honest and transparent. It's better to get lined out properly. Then waste a hour trying to figure it out yourself. The best part is seeing the finished product. Knowing you had a part of creating something. That feels really good. When you cut a piece of material and it fits perfect is really good feeling too.

[@jeffalan6339]

I've been elf employed for thirty years a customer cheated me out of near three grand on a deck refurbish. I called the local union I was hired as a journeyman, being a newbie barely work one company I was by accident injured, they denied me me work comp by putting m on furlough. I called the union they won't back me and don't get involved. What a rip

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm sorry to hear that. Thank you for watching.

[@m1quatro]

43.80 holy shit! you a foreman? carpenter? or laborer?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Just a journeyman carpenter. We make around $45 now.

[@Mrjferguson]

great video!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Thank you. I'm just trying to spread the word.

[@tightlines280]

Homie had me when he said he goes to see Dave Chappele

[@danielredelk2277]

Local 541 it changed my life as well

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Best choice I ever made.

[@arthurmiller8336]

How many hours a day do you work normally and do you get to work if is raining do they have some sort of pay for like rainy days I am interested in becoming a carpenter anyway thank you great movies

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

We work at least 8 hours a day. Sometimes more. We work in the rain all the time. In fact I work in the rain most of the year. We only get paid when we work. But the pay is pretty good, so it all balances out.

[@damoncustodio6577]

Is there a cap on your pay? Say you been there past all of your apprenticeship deals and training say you been there for 10 years how much more do you get paid a year? I’m wondering if you been there 10 years and that paper says cap is $45 a hour is there still a chance to make more money if you been there longer?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

First, our pay usually goes up every year. The journeyman wage is just the floor. Their are chances to become a foreman or superintendent. Also, if you're really skilled, you can negotiate a higher pay.

[@damoncustodio6577]

@@unscriptedwithantonio usually? Does that mean you gotta pretty much fight for one every year? Or do you get a 0-5% raise every year or something like that

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@damoncustodio6577 the union negotiates for our contract. As a union, we ratify the contract. We usually get a $1 or more raise every year. The only time that didn't happen was around the 2008 recession.

[@steveohettinger]

Hey! I’m from Vancouver! Lol

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

That's dope. Right across the river or B.C.?

[@steveohettinger]

@@unscriptedwithantonio right across the River!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@steveohettinger nice, bro. Are you currently working in the trades? It seems like their is a lot of work on the Vancouver water front.

[@steveohettinger]

@@unscriptedwithantonio No, I work at a lumber yard. But the carpenters Union has always been on my mind. And from what I can tell it seems they’ve built a lot of the waterfront already.

[@steveohettinger]

I take that back. I think there’s is still a lot of work around there.

[@taylorparks650]

Hey bro I just applied for nwci out of Kennewick wa. I live in eastern oregon. Thanks for the advice. I was just wondering once you journey out does your journeyman “card” work for every state? I also have a lot of other questions! Thank you. N hoping I made the right choice going into carpenters union. It is probably what I’m the most interested in out of all the trades. But makes the least amount of money. So we will see.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Carpenter makes great money. Their are a ton of trades that make less. If you're in the union, you can work in different states. You just have to switch your book over. So you get all your benefits. Ask whatever questions you want. I'm here to help.

[@RudyG78]

My son wants to go to apex to be a carpenter how long did it take for you to make money. I don’t want him to be under the impression that he will come out making money

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

im not sure about this program. i completed a 4-year apprenticeship. 1st term apprentices make $27 an hour in Oregon. it all depends on what making money means to you.

[@RudyG78]

@@unscriptedwithantonio he’s in New York City and his program is 7 months. The average rent in New York is $27k a year so for him to live comfortably he would need to start of with at least 55-65K

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@kennethgray4798 I think New york would pay more than oregon. If we start at around $27. I would think starting at like mid $30s wouldn't be out of line.

[@asiancambo21]

What can you do to stay in the union and always working or moving up ? I just join the apprentice program

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

The more skills and experience you gain the higher you can go. Foreman, to general foreman, to superintendent. Maybe even starting your own company. The key is learning as much as you can. Show up everyday and give your best effort. I hope that helps.

[@christophercollins2397]

Would you say going to college is pointless if you want to go into carpentry? If so going out of highschool where should I start

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I mean, if you're trying to get into upper management, it makes sense. You can also attend college while you're doing your apprenticeship. In oregon, you get the majority credits required for an associates degree. Plus, if you attend class while you are in an apprenticeship, it's less likely you will have to take out a ton of student loans.

[@christophercollins2397]

@@unscriptedwithantonio but then why pay a ton of money for college if you can get straightforward information from an apprenticeship or some type of trade school?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@christophercollins2397 My point exactly.

[@asiancambo21]

Hi does everyone in class gets a diploma when they graduate ? Or would you have to pass each exam/ test ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

When you get all your classes and hours done. You graduate to journeyman in Oregon. No test. But I've heard some states do it differently.

[@asiancambo21]

Do you just work with concrete or do you frame and hang drywall also ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@asiancambo21 we do all types of stuff. It really depends on the company to be honest. Some companies only do site services. Other do everything.

[@koltoncampbell1712]

Hey man so I’m starting a job in the union in Ohio at 17 I was just not understanding like the pay like I have this card it says 1st year is 17.70 on check so does that mean that is what I’m getting after the stuff is taken out of

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm not sure. But I believe $17.70 will be your pay. And you will pay dues from that. Most likely $50 a week. The benefits should be something separate.

[@jarredjones4701]

I apologize if you said it in the video and I missed it but how many years have you been in it?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I've been in the trades for about 6 and half Years.

[@AntSmoo2]

Just got an email to take the practice test for the Bridge and carpenter for the union can someone help or give any tips ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Keep your ears open. And walk with purpose. Think about the next task and plan a head. If you put one foot in front of the other and be patient. You will be just fine.

[@rickysanders1695]

Brooooo I’m young like I turn 21 in a few months and I know a lot of masonry nd concrete. Not a master but I know enough that I can get the job done. I’ve been thinking soooo bad on going union for either plumbing , electrical or carpentry. I know electricians make good money but I don’t think i could be a sparky. I just don’t think I would be interested in it and honestly I can not understand electric for the life of me. But on the other hand I am really really interested in being a carpenter and or plumber. I was just wondering if there was anyway someone could tell me what the going rate for a journeyman carpenter is in Cincinnati ohio now days. I want to learn carpentry because from what I understand they do a lot of work when it comes to homes and really building any kind of structures. My life long plan is to also have my own company which I think being a carpenter would help me tremendously since I would know a lot of knowledge about building. PLEASE SOMEONE HELP ME WHAT IS THE GOING RATE FOR A JOURNEYMAN CARPENTER IN CINCY OHIO !!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I have the information you asked for. carpenterslocal351.com/wages

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Ohio isn't a strong union state, so the wages will be lower. But I'm also assuming the cost of living is lower also. Join the trades changed my life for the better. I would do it again a thousand times over. Let me know how I can help you.

[@asiancambo21]

Is school once a week or is it for a week everyone month. ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

2 classes every 6 months. 4 ten hour days.

[@asiancambo21]

@@unscriptedwithantonio the first year how much do you make a hour ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@asiancambo21 it depends on what local your in. I was making $14 an hour when I first started. But now 1 terms make $26 an hour.

[@asiancambo21]

@@unscriptedwithantonio okay thank you, and what is the highest you can make a hour ?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@asiancambo21 Are you talking about regular journeyman or foreman. Journeyman make $44.80. General foreman make like 5 dollars more.

[@troymine6221]

The foreman wage you showed is the same as a 3rd year apprentice here. You need to move to Washington haha

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Yeah you guys in Washington are lucky. Is the cost of living that much higher? What do you guy top out at?

[@wolfmanjack8402]

@@unscriptedwithantonio seattle carpenters get 51.44 right now till june

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@wolfmanjack8402 Wow. The cost of living is that much higher is it?

[@wolfmanjack8402]

@@unscriptedwithantonio it’s starting to get a bit pricier, one bedroom apartments start around 2k . Cheapest you can find seattle area is 1800 for a 2000s complex that got renovated decently

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@@wolfmanjack8402 God damn.

[@kendrickf-d6695]

How are you staying employed? I have a few friends in California in trades that can't find work.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I try to give my best effort everyday. I show up everyday early. I don't call out if im not sick. I haven't been layed off in 5 years. I'm not sure California.

[@josuesolis326]

Go to your union get On the Ready To work list and on the out Of work list. Get involved with your union participate with your local and that’s how you will meet and get numbers of companies

[@Davo_CaponeTV]

hey bud, what’s journeyman rates in portland?

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

$44.80 bro!

[@Davo_CaponeTV]

@@unscriptedwithantonio so with benefits and pension, the package it’s like 70 something? i’m looking to relocate

[@Ouma-l7v]

Your able to acquire over(priced and rated) Jordans, Kobees are more worth it.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm not the biggest fan of kobes. But you're right. You are able to invest in your hobbies and side jobs.

[@nancysmith9487]

Just a thought, Union workers get paid by hour, so back in the day her and nails takes x amount of time making all there earned money... Now days doing 3x5x amount of work same money... Sir tools easier, faster SAFER , ergonomics! Think about all the money your not making over all... Now if paid per job beginning to end for same amount that you'd make by hand. In fraction of time then it's a win... Now out smarted under paid...so go faster faster equals less money in your pocket. Hey go on unemployment instead of working all year around and worrying. Go Union!!! All union's Good luck

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I'm kind of confused. Are you talking about piece work. Where you get paid for your production?

[@nancysmith9487]

@@unscriptedwithantonio not confused. If did the job with her and nails the project would take x amount of time. Power tools air nail guns speed up job. Therefore completing jobs faster.doing more work completed for same pay not More pay equalivant to amount of work completed. 30 days of work hammer 🔨 nails 15- 20 air guns... No extra money, incentive. 10-15 less days of work not getting paid for... unemployment we go Example

[@nancysmith9487]

Not her/ hammer

[@nancysmith9487]

What's benefits of completing projects sooner cutting days of pay???

[@jameshardey398]

1,230$ a week?!

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

Just about. After taxes too. (That's including the vacation pay)

[@23tracy91]

Good video but the breathing pattern you had was driving me crazy.

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

The breathing was crazy. I try to edit it out. But the video sounds disjointed. I'm still learning. I appreciate the feed back.

[@linorful]

Yeah but you have to be good

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

We all had to start somewhere. Even if you're just starting out. It's all about effort and grit.

[@FKNTONY450]

So you get paid 43 but get taxed 500?? Ain’t that a bit much??

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I would agree. But it is what it is.

[@rodneyharper2275]

You are telling people your age you don't get something for nothing never have and never will The problem in the past abuse of the workforce Inadequate health care unfair taxes etc have broken the back of the middle class that adds to the disgruntled worker

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I totally agree. Nothing is ever given. Almost every worth having in this life is earned. Everyone won't be a millionaire. That doesn't mean you can't have a good life.

[@officialtjtrev8910]

Would you pick carpentry over welding? My friend makes 38 in trim carpentry

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

I would pick carpentry personally because you have more variety. And more applicable skills outside your job. I don't mind getting dirty. But welding is filthy work.

[@officialtjtrev8910]

@@unscriptedwithantonio thanks for the reply my friends are also telling me this especially since i have some construction background

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@Official TJ Trev 💪 If you have construction experience that's even better. Let me know if you have any other questions. I'm here to help.

[@officialtjtrev8910]

@@unscriptedwithantonio haha yes one more bro! Im in LA and have no idea where to start my friend told me go to a carpenter school but idk which one is best t

[@unscriptedwithantonio]

@Official TJ Trev 💪 look up your local carpenter's union in your area. They should have connections to an apprenticeship program. www.carpenters.org/councils/ca/