You made the video I requested. Thank you Mike. Just took my entry exam for the apprenticeship through the IBEW on Wednesday

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+Trevor Maday hell yeah. Sorry I didn't give you credit. I totally lost that comment and couldn't remember where I saw it. Thanks man. That was a great idea.

@LionAstrology

6 жыл бұрын

Mike's Tool Shed wish more apprentices listen to your advice in this video..my job would be a 1000 times easier.

@tjm15_97

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you still haven't heard back yet from the IBEW. Supposedly, ill here back in December

@grasshopper2462

6 жыл бұрын

Was it hard?

@tjm15_97

6 жыл бұрын

grass hopper The test? They lay it out for you pretty simply. I do recommend buying the $150 study guide because it really breaks everything down thats going to be on the test

Holy shit this hand knows a lot about electricians.

@yachtcharm

6 жыл бұрын

sam me 😭

@boyleadfoot5369

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the laugh man.

@FreeMindedMason

6 жыл бұрын

I'd rather a hand that knows a lot then one that shakes a lot lol (had an alchy for jman at one of my first companies)

@youpapapo7321

5 жыл бұрын

Good laugh

@FreeMindedMason

5 жыл бұрын

sam me 1 million subscribers = arm reveal

The hand in this video gave me better advice than 99% of my elders did in my entire life.

@Fosellar

5 жыл бұрын

Just wait until you hear what the other hand has to say!

@eddiew2325

5 жыл бұрын

Fosellar the other hand is a foot

@christophersantini2721

5 жыл бұрын

That's sad!

@grizzlycountry1030

4 жыл бұрын

LOL

@Ablazey10

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a talking hand 😂

Stand up for yourself. Don't do something if you think its unsafe.

@jarredkrumm2712

5 жыл бұрын

I agree, then lost EVERY JOB I had for it and other reasonable stands. That's life.

@urface12343

5 жыл бұрын

Jarred Krumm that’s when you call OSHA and ruin that businesses finances

@brady_6692

5 жыл бұрын

@@jarredkrumm2712 I mean they are actually not allowed to retaliate if you refuse to do something thats not safe.

@PlymouthVT

5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. If you disagree please watch CHERNOBYL on HBO. Best documentary of stupidity and pride ever made.

@santiagoolascuaga8062

4 жыл бұрын

@@urface12343 well that depends mostly on common sense, like idiots that don't where safety glasses or move on the ladder without getting down, that's kinda like a rare occasion where someone gets hurt for that (still fucking shouldn't) but I don't agree osha comes in and gives a company a hefty fine just for an idiots mistake, but when it comes to working with entire buildings, lakes, houses they have to make sure there's not even the smallest mistake or an unpredictable amount of people may die

Keep your mouth shut, and ask lots of questions. Got it.

@christophersantini2721

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure he meant talk back or complain to someone that is in charge u don't like and if you are talking keep it related to questions about the job your doing/ don't be scared to ask if you are doing something if your not sure if your right.. I GUESS, was kinda dumb to me to. He seems like a jerk to work for.. a know it all. Hey the fact is that there are many leadership styles and some people are hard to get along with but find a way and be able to adapt to change. Many people don't label and are not neat. Should be though. Read who moved my cheese, help alot. Everyone is business school reads it.

@tunasand44

5 жыл бұрын

dont blaba and talk back. if ever in slight of doubt ask! you can never be in the wrong for asking a question related to your work and want to make sure its done correctly and safely!! bosses remember whos asking questions and whos not when it comes to apprentices

@darkliquid6388

4 жыл бұрын

I wrote the same thing without noticing your comment. lol

@hideoutdodge01

4 жыл бұрын

Your the last guy I'd want to hire if you can't tell what he meant!

@richardtherien5162

4 жыл бұрын

Lol. That's hilarious

Best thing a boss ever told me: "I pay you from the neck down, you let me do the thinking" lol

@rogertorrez1798

6 жыл бұрын

SurvivalInFlames damn

@rustyray420

5 жыл бұрын

That's kinda terrible. I'd like to have employees that can think Looool but I get what he meant

@dakotakuhn6178

5 жыл бұрын

Shitty boss

@Digital_Gangster

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like one of those "I know everything" jackasses. Everyone makes mistakes sometimes.

@mikechung6285

5 жыл бұрын

SurvivalInFlames thats a pretty good one, suprised i was never told that before 😂

"And remember: everyone, who died of electrocution, died surprised."

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

Pavel Mikhalkov im always stressing safety. I like that though. Never heard that one

@ManLikeAce

6 жыл бұрын

Pavel Mikhalkov lmao

@lachlanmackay6586

6 жыл бұрын

Dirt 117 ive seen a dude behind on mortgage repayments cut his finger off

@FreeMindedMason

5 жыл бұрын

Pavel Mikhalkov its shocking really

@christophersantini2721

5 жыл бұрын

That should be number 1 lol!

Tip #6 leave your feelings at home

@tek4

6 жыл бұрын

Justin Byrne I had to say to my apprentice today to learn how to use differential feelings. House shit stays at home. Work stays at work.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+tek413 yeah. It's fine if your not talkative and down in the dumps, but this one time a guy I worked with was crying all day, in the phone with his ex and kids and up and left at like 11 and I never saw him again, lol. Super emotional guy.

@chrisjones6165

6 жыл бұрын

Justin Byrne that's what hurt feelings reports are for

@Brady.John87

6 жыл бұрын

Justin Byrne the when I'm upset I just use my stress card

@MrGravylegs

6 жыл бұрын

Justin Byrne haha!! Exactly!! What are feelings anyways??

If you're labeling with tape, write on it while it's still on the roll. You're welcome.

@jonathanmitchell7411

5 жыл бұрын

Typical example of apprentice-know-it- all. That idea sounds good, but it is easy for the tape to stretch and then shrink taking it off the roll and then becomes smudged and distorted. I do it that way on occasion that I have plenty of time and can let it dry fully and peel it carefully. But if you are in full swing it can be too time consuming

@tyereksmith8946

5 жыл бұрын

your comment/advoice is under rated no joke. writing on the roll is so easier for real man.👍

@FxCKYEAHGUSTAVO

5 жыл бұрын

not all heroes wear capes, you're a genius mate

@petefernandes7106

5 жыл бұрын

Or use label sticker. But if you do the write on the roll method. You have to use a razor knife to cut it off or you'll stretch it and mess up the label. You can also run the tape out over sometime that won't ruin the stick and write on it then cut it.

@JeremiahLutherPritchett

5 жыл бұрын

Adam Elliott nice

This a GREAT VIDEO! When I was an apprentice electrician I had to develop thick skin because I was getting yelled at all the time and I kept my pie hole shut, but when these guys noticed that I wanted to learn as if my life depended on it, they then started teaching me about the ins and outs of being a journeyman electrician, ohms law and everything. When I received my journeyman's license, I treated my apprentices with respect but when they messed up I was fair but very firm. When they in turn became journeyman electricians they always thanked me for how I guided them through the whole apprenticeship program. I am retired now. I always loved having a trade that I was proud of. Every journeyman electrician knows what I am talking about.

@SuperReallyNice

5 жыл бұрын

When learning electrical, your life does depend on it.

Rule 6. Educate yourself. Read up in schematics, code, truble shooting guides. You should be a walking reference book.

@Lets-Crusade-1095

6 жыл бұрын

Rob Muss rule 7. Spelling. Learn it!

@ElectronFlowSpecialist

6 жыл бұрын

Lites. I saw a box labels CONTATORS. With a labeler and everything.

@lachlanmackay6586

6 жыл бұрын

TylerBear good electricians cant spell Haha

@mikerusso5481

5 жыл бұрын

@@lachlanmackay6586 but great ones can!

@mikerusso5481

5 жыл бұрын

@@Lets-Crusade-1095 I'm sure he knows how to spell seeing he spelled ''Schematic'' correctly lol and just forgot the O for an elementary grade level word.🤷‍♂

If youre shadowing a journeyman, always keep ahead by looking at the next step. if your journeyman needs a tool, have it ready before he asks for it.

@jakerolfe84

6 жыл бұрын

KaddyShack00 dumb! If your journeyman have your shit with you. You're a pro, right?

@ThatGuy-vi8ch

5 жыл бұрын

But if you could do that, why would you not be the journeyman? By the time you'd get that good you'd be ready to test. Assuming you didn't go to trade school first.

@jordanpimentel8182

5 жыл бұрын

Does this mean, give a journeyman your tool for the next step?? Or would they rather use their own???

@shane6450

4 жыл бұрын

@@ThatGuy-vi8ch I can tell you people who commented never worked a job obtaining and requiring tools in your life. You're learning from the journeymen, so you're the one with two free hands sitting next to the tool bag, you get him the tool he needs. It shows your paying attention and itll all pay off.

@pokechamp003

3 жыл бұрын

wrong, the journeyman needs to bring his own tools, if he's not prepared he should GO HOME

I agree with these tips accept the part about listening to a man that is being rude to you. A person with pride dont have to put up with a guy getting his rocks off yelling at you and making you feel like an idiot. I passed my test and am no longer an apprentice and i dont treat new people like a dog. I want my apprentices to love what they do. If your rude to them it makes them hate coming to work and noone can learn like that. Im not saying dont listen to the master or journeyman but i am saying dont be put down on a job when you can find a new job with a master electrician that doesnt mind helping you and talks to you the way a grown man should be talked to.

@highvibegamer7251

5 жыл бұрын

Brandon herring i agree i know there are rude journeymen out there that dont know how to talk to others without yelling or screaming at them probably cause theyve been in the service or theyre just socially awkward!!

@Zanxsterr

5 жыл бұрын

I’m a Plumber Apprentice. My first company, was the biggest assholes. I would ask a basic question and they would flip shits. 6 months down the road I’m working on a job, I have 3 plumber leads with me. They’re sitting in truck by their self for about 2 hours while I’m finishing and pouring concrete. They came in and said “dude this is suppose to be done today”. I stood up and tackled the guy and kept hitting him, I could not take it anymore. My new company, treats me with respect. I ask questions and they will break it down step by step no problem. I honestly don’t know why people are assholes. I can see why Plumbing is in need of plumbers. Work is hard, but the leads are dicks. I will never treat my apprentice with disrespect unless needed.

@tyereksmith8946

5 жыл бұрын

@@Zanxsterr well said bro

@tyereksmith8946

5 жыл бұрын

@@highvibegamer7251 👍

@tyereksmith8946

5 жыл бұрын

real talk

"If you borrow it more than 3 times, you need to buy it." That couldn't be more true. I always followed the same rule as a mechanic. If I borrowed a tool from the lead tech, I wrote the tool down and then tried to pick it up from the Snap-On dealer on his weekly visit. Sound advice.

@mrdoe7283

5 жыл бұрын

🤣 snap-on = wasted money

@TANQ31

4 жыл бұрын

Hmmm that's weird. Never seen a shop owner or master technician without at least a minimum of a selection......or all Snapon.....must be because it's a waste of money.

@mrdoe7283

4 жыл бұрын

@@TANQ31 I guess auto mechanics are the only people that use tools. No snap on targets you saps because you're gullible. We don't buy that shit in industrial mechanic shops. Why?Simple, we don't think paying 400 dollars for a set of wrenches is worth buying. I had a snap-on guy come work in the shop, his shit didn't hold up to the abuse of working on industrial equipment. It's over priced and made in China (mostly). If I wanted to buy Chinese junk, I'd go with crapsman. At least I don't have to wait for the snap on guy to come around to return there over priced Chinese tools. Why pay premium prices for the same quality as all the other Chinese made brands. Hell Pittsburgh, has held up better then snap-on in my shop, for fraction of the money. You snap on guys, just like to brag.

6. Bring your lunch.

@HoangNguyen-jf2wl

6 жыл бұрын

Mike Clark that’s what I tell the guys who go to the roach coach. Save some money and time bring your lunch

@847lucio

6 жыл бұрын

Mike Clark #FACTS

@mikechung6285

5 жыл бұрын

step 6 part 2: Get yaself a good girl to make your lunch for you 😂

@kokishogaz6608

5 жыл бұрын

Ahahhahaa!😆😆😆

@aesaehttr

5 жыл бұрын

Eaten too many burritos

I have been in the trade for 24 years and I always try to treat my apprentices with respect. Yes. I expect them to pay attention and do what I ask, but I don't yell at them. I try to remain professional. I don't buy in to the Good old boy bullshit that says you have to treat apprentices like slaves. I also don't put up with younger journeyman who think they know everything. That being said, if an apprentice gets an attitude with me, I will straighten them out quickly, but diplomatically. If that does not work, then I may yell at them. I have worked with a lot of buttheads in my career, and all it does is make the day drag-out. The neatness comment was spot on. Good video. Thanks, Russ

@olvera6710

Ай бұрын

You sir must be awesome to work and learn from. I have always hated, the you have to put up with being treated like a slave or a stray dog because you are learning under someone. That makes people not want to work for you or go the extra mile. And a lot of places wonder why they can’t keep young employees.

@Cmill0588

Ай бұрын

That’s the best approach when training someone. Hard to learn when the trainer is an asshole and just pissing you off. I can’t stand the you’re my bitch and one day you’ll have a bitch mentality. Just makes for a toxic environment. You get respect when you give respect. That goes from the top down not just the bottom up.

Rule #6 REPEAT! If the journeyman tells you something. Repeat what he just said.

"All work is to be done in a neat and workmanlike manner" is actually in the code book. 110.12

@MikesToolShed

5 жыл бұрын

I did know that was in the code, but I feel it needed to be on the list. "workman like manner" has a wide range of interpretations based on some of the crap I've seen.

@wyattjohnston1156

5 жыл бұрын

I read that as womanlike manner

@ginger2770

3 жыл бұрын

@@wyattjohnston1156 same

Last Aug. 23 was my 50th anniversary as an electrcian. When I got in the trade I was carrying tools, getting coffee and lunch for three Journeymen. I cleaned up after them and did all the labor work.

@kcklub

4 жыл бұрын

Well done, great discipline. I hope to live as long as your years in the trade.

@hachi180

4 жыл бұрын

Fuck that I ain't no maid

should get a puppet dude.

@ynamaxa

4 жыл бұрын

GOLD!

6) after your first year you’ll start noticing how shitty some of the journeyman really are at their jobs.

@StevieMcV

5 жыл бұрын

Seems the older they get the less they care about how the job looks as long as it works...

@aesaehttr

5 жыл бұрын

Still an apprentice after three years but ... Heavily agreed. Still... Listen and shut up because the trade is run by idiots some time. Just definitely speak up if it's immediately dangerous.

@aesaehttr

5 жыл бұрын

"Label everything" people. It doesn't seem important. It is later.

@danielestrada1995

5 жыл бұрын

It’s like that at any job, I’m doing auto glass and the dudes that have been there 5+ years are doing shittier work than 1st year guys.

@link6397

5 жыл бұрын

@@danielestrada1995 Trust me, you will too.

Always take a photo and label before you disconnect something you haven’t done before! So you know how to reconnect it.

@LeeEverett1

5 жыл бұрын

That's what I do, I'm extremely anal with taking pictures of things.

“Buy tools”. That is my favorite tip of all.

My brother in law wired my home when I built it. Inspector walked up to the main panel and said, "This is one of the nicest panels I have ever seen, tell your electrical guy he is very good." He signed off all my electrical, got in truck and left. Yes he would be back many times for other inspections but never even mentioned electrical in any walk through, except to say how anal my electrician was, and it helped in my relationship with the inspector trusting me to fix any other issues after signing off so I could move along without reinspection. Your reputation means you can charge more and helps the whole project move along. Thank you brother in law.

Avoid arrogance, it will surely pissoff any journeyman.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

Ron's Shed unless you actually get good enough to earn it (Which could take 10 years)

apprentice first year : bring kneepads and a broomstick your the dude that will do all the outlets and clean

@robbkhalifa22

3 жыл бұрын

Super accurate just started my apprentice two weeks ago nd thats all I do

@juanlorenzo7341

3 жыл бұрын

@@robbkhalifa22 were all been through there , im a journeyman now but usually the apprentice is the one making the journeyman job faster, the company sees the journeyman making thr money for the company, stay safe ! goodluck on your apprenticeship

@zacharyziskowski6710

3 жыл бұрын

Fake electricians even apprentices are unable to pickup brooms let someone else clean it

@ItsaRomethingeveryday

3 жыл бұрын

Facts, I did the lights and plug ins, the journeyman did the panels and junctions

@zforde809

2 жыл бұрын

@@robbkhalifa22 how’s ur apprentiship going bro? Thinking about doing one

I love being a journeyman. Fuck, it was so hard to keep my mouth shut for 5 years.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+tek413 lol. Hell yeah it is. I tell someone to fuck off a couple times a year now (I generally work with good guys now)

These tips are spot on! For #2, I try to explain the “why we’re doing it this way” with the what we’re doing when I feel it helps. But if I’m short on time, or I feel my guy is too green to understand, I just need them to do exactly what I say. So I advise you green horns to write down notes when ur supervisor is talking.

I start my electrician apprenticeship in 2 hours I haven't been to sleep I'm so excited!!!!

@mcs-21277

5 жыл бұрын

I'm 6 months in. Hope you get a nice journeyman. Always a few bad apples that ruin it for you.

@maynedon666

5 жыл бұрын

Beyonson 21 oh yeah no doubt thanks man

@prodigyx112

5 жыл бұрын

Tayys Gaming how’s it going so far? Is it a learning experience and you like it or you’re hating it?

@AlfieTank

4 жыл бұрын

@@prodigyx112 Me and you both know by now he is Jaded as fck by Now 😂😂😂

@Sklumbo

4 жыл бұрын

So how are you doing thinking of doing this after hs this year

This wouldve been funnier if you wore a sock puppet over your fist

The less you have to bother a journeyman or a foreman for a tool, the better. You get stuff done without bothering them and they appreciate it.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

InYourFaceBudday 100% agree just as long and your doing things the right away

@Kevin_Hutchison

3 жыл бұрын

Jesus christ yes lol if they aren't investing in tools they don't care

I think you forgot Rule 0 : stay safe! If you think you're being asked to do something that is unsafe, speak up! Back when I worked in the trade as an apprentice, I got asked to do things like: work on a live circuit, use a conductive (aluminium) ladder, use a ladder unsafely (step ladders against walls, ladders elevated with buckets or scaffolding etc) work at heights without proper fall arrest. Needless to say, I didn't work with that electrician very long. Your apprenticeship is portable, you can get it re-assigned to another electrician if you have to. When studying the electrical and building codes, also include studying the labour and union (if applicable) laws in your area. Get that working at heights training and certificate!

You're a legend mate. 2 years in and some of these were a real eye opener. Started to apply them at work and they've really helped.

2 years in the trade and I’m happy to see that I’m doing all the correct steps. Thanks for the knowledge!

@Tiegen.Reibin

Жыл бұрын

How’s it going now man

Damn bro if i could like this video twice i would. Thank you for taking the time to make this video, i cant stress enough how accurate and relatable it really is. Im almost 6 months in working for an electrical company and yeah it really be like that. Thank you for making these kind of videos that i know a lot of new apprentices like myself will really appreciate when starting to learn a new trade. You're awesome and cant wait to watch more, you just got a new subscriber (-:

@Mike's Tool Shed It's amazing how well the craft translates into being an electrician in Sweden. Every word you said goes to heart, even though we have a completely different electrical system and ways of working (50hz, 230V single phase/400V 3-phase) and don't use loose wires in the walls. It's all in tubes, which makes re-wireing much easier once the wall is completed! The essence is exactly the same, even the old tools you keep around for when you need to abuse something. Great video.

Changing careers at 40 to an electrician. This is some good advice

@Gottalovetigers

4 жыл бұрын

Jeremiah Jones that’s awesome 👏🏽 how’s it going for you?

@PieRobot314

4 жыл бұрын

How's the trade for you. Impressive switch

@a.tanner8524

4 жыл бұрын

That’s what I’m doing too. Good luck to you.

@marka.arcenas5211

4 жыл бұрын

Im a security guard for 4 years im changing my carreer planning on becoming a electrician i hope it'll work out for me. Im taking classes for the trade any serious advise you guys can give me. Thanks

@santosvilla8607

4 жыл бұрын

Right there with you.

Also, always come to work prepared, have your tools ready before the day start. I usually ask my boss or other tradesman what we are doing the next day so i know what to expect and what tools to prepare.

Dude I’ve been an electrician for 36 years. You were absolutely spot on with this. I wouldn’t change a thing.

As a 1st year I agree with this advice. I think the frustrating thing about it, is I want to ask questions, and I want to know the “why.” It helps me learn faster. Unfortunately it can frustrate some journeymen, and they don’t feel like explaining. Instead it’s just “do this.” Which to me is inefficient, because when it’s a multiple step process, I have to memorize every step, which can create chances for mistakes. But if I understand the “why”, I see the reasons, I see the path and I don’t need to memorize individual steps anymore.

@maxrussian7362

Жыл бұрын

I relate to that 200%, sir. It is very truth about the "why". I'm the same way

@briansalazarleal6829

11 ай бұрын

Join a school. Either IEC or IBEW. They will help you out.

great advice on everything! asking "why" you are doing what you are doing is a big one. i found when i went through the apprenticeship and i asked questions like that the journeyman took more of an interest in teaching me more of the theory and efficiency of the job. i over labeled as well. the backs of the box cover plates looked like a menu board at a restaurant.

Excellent tips Mike.👍 When I worked at Generac, anyone could open the panel of different generators and detect which one came off of our line. The three of us that wired the sets on our line were meticulous about how we did them, down to the bends in the wires. It was our signature. Not to mention that we had to initial everything we torqued or tightened to spec anyway, so any failures in the field could be traced back to the line and the individual on the line.

these are really good tips for newer guys starting their careers in the trade. Thanks for taking the time to make this. Love your videos!

This is actually helpful because I started a co-op placement at Canadian Tire and all these things you mention happen to me and these tips are all applicable! Thank you so much.

This is an awesome video, a lot of what I’ve been taught but in a more detailed fashion. I’m a first year apprentice and I work under my dad and uncle who have over 38 years in the trade each. One tip to add they told me, carry a notepad around. Write down the things you need to remember and a to do list.

Great video, I agree with everything you said. After working in mainly domestic properties for about forty years I know why labelling is so important. I always labelled circuits in my fuseboards, but most electricians didn't bother, so then I had to mess around trying to find the fuse/MCB that I needed. This often meant pulling each fuse and upsetting the householders by causing them to have to reset all their mains alarm clocks, timers, etc. All unnecessay work, which could have been avoided by proper labelling from the start. So, I hope as many young apprentices as possible watch your video and take your advice (on all the tips).

THANKS BRO, I've been having so many nerves about getting my apprenticeship. I'm currently a trade student, I bust my ass to make sure my work is as neat as it can be, but I'm probably lacking on the quickness side. You cleared up a solid amount, and gave some great advice. Keep it up man!

Been a first year apprentice since late August 2017.. this guy knows what's up. Couldn't agree more with what ya said bud. Great video!

As an electrical apprentice (late to the game) I 100% agree with all of your tips. On tip two I actually had a boss who didn't want me to ask a lot of questions because he "didn't have the time" but like you say ask as many questions as you need to make sure you get it right the first time. (I could go on with my experiences but I will leave it there) Thanks for a 'work ethic' affirming video

When you say "neatness matters" I think about all the times I've done something, sealed something, caulked something, rewired something on my car... I'm not an electrician, but I'm a hobbyist of many things, and I can say that being neat doesn't just help to see the job was done correctly, it helps ensure the thing you did lasts longer. For instance, I bought good quality silicone sealant and did a vent on my roof, I made sure the edges of that silicone look like a machine stamped it out nice and smooth, and that vent still looks great. One of the OTHER vents a guy fixed when I had him fix roof damage I had, the silicone he used was shitty and cheap and he globbed it allover, and now it's crumbling apart and pieces are falling off... the elements are getting into the nooks and crannies of that filthy job and making it come apart faster. You do it nice, you do it with good tools, you do it with longevity in mind, and you'll save yourself time and money down the road.

I love how clear you are. Thank you. I'm trying to get my son to become an electrician.

Thanks Mike. As an electrical apprentice, your videos are a great help!

@Alex-jo2oi

5 жыл бұрын

How has the trade been for ya man

Good video mike,im a current apprentice and luckily I already knew some of these things your mentioning..keep the good vids coming I agree with neatness,your work Carries your reputation

thank you for making this. i’m nervous and about to start my apprenticeship journey. currently studying for the aptitude test, which i’ll hopefully pass. I’m excited and trying to learn as much as i can before i get in there. Thank you for making this!

@DJVICTOR-es7gs

2 жыл бұрын

How are you doing now bud? I’m about to get into it after a graduate in a couple years so I’d like to know

@kevinf.1702

2 жыл бұрын

So how did it go?

@vrz2000

2 жыл бұрын

Hope it went well for you man, I scored a 9 pretty easily so I’m sure you did fine. My first day is tomorrow with fisk electric

Excellent video dude! One thing that my boss beat into my head that served me well is NEVER WALK AWAY FROM SOMETHING WITHOUT FINISHING IT!

Mechanics don't like to share tools...Been there done that...

I can’t wait to be an electrician. I just dropped out of uni.

@w1lbur823

5 жыл бұрын

Good decision I tried both fuckn hated uni

@369ZIR

5 жыл бұрын

W1LBUR oh really? Did you also feel like uni was draining the life out of you?

@w1lbur823

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah bro definitely

@TANQ31

4 жыл бұрын

Keep at it bro. Blue collar has a lot of different needs at different positions. Dont get discouraged, learn learn learn. If electrician isn't your bag, we could always use more automotive technicians 👍🏻

@cdub.91

4 жыл бұрын

There’s a lot of solid trades. Just find your niche and what you enjoy doing. Electrician, pipefitter/plumber, glazier, carpenter, hvac, sheet metal, etc. It’s all construction. You’ll work hard. Just different specialties. Unions pay a lot too.

Perhaps, this is why the trade is hurting for people. Too many a$$holes bossing people around.

@laszlovass7326

6 жыл бұрын

Joseph Velasquez No. To many boys who do not aspire to be men. There are fewer who will work hard and like it. To those who yell too much, bid higher on jobs and then you might not get upset when things go wrong, or go work at Radio shack.

@realmoe6410

6 жыл бұрын

Laszlo Vass what trade are you in and how much money does a electrian make

@brandont4545

6 жыл бұрын

Thats true, im an electrician and i made it passed my apprentice program and i hated being treated like an idiot. I dont mind being bossed around but i do mind someone yelling at me. There is no need in acting like a child. A person cant learn when he or she is being treated like a child.

@lionelhutz5137

6 жыл бұрын

I do agree with you as I worked in construction for 12 years (high rise towers) and it was ab-so-fucking-lutely *brutal* when i started out at 22. You're treated like dog shit by miserable alcoholics with short tempers and violent tendencies. A lot of the guys I worked with were ex cons who had no other employment options but construction and hated their lot in life (it was a depressing work environment). I'm glad I went through the fire young because it helped condition me for the other trades and what to expect on the social side of the work (I have a rough, "Don't fuck with me and we'll get along fine" exterior because of my prior construction experience). *Most* people are reasonable and if you show respect they'll reciprocate.

@johnsullenger9677

6 жыл бұрын

True..as a current new apprentice I get tired of being treated and talked to like shit. This is the absolute worst way to train anybody for anything. Just getting into the program is not an easy task, and then to be treated like s*** when you get there is ridiculous. And yes then they wonder why nobody wants to do these jobs.

Dude I really appreciate this video I'm starting my apprentice program in August and I'm trying to soak up as much knowledge as I can before I go in and this helped alot.

@infiniteblue895

5 жыл бұрын

Justin Jackson how's it going

@SnowyGolem

5 жыл бұрын

How is it going now?

@MC-nw4ok

5 жыл бұрын

Anyone learn any cool tips?

@LeeEverett1

5 жыл бұрын

How did it go for you?

started my apprenticeship in March & watched this video before my first day. Took on all these tips and am flying, thanks very much Mike, great videos keep it up 👍

3:00 its a valiant statement usually not the case, people think they want you to ask questions and do it right the first time but realistically they want you to be a gifted psychic and know how without saying a single thing. Oh and if you do ask sometimes you encounter the i told you 5 times guy and realistically he didnt say shit.

@BreathEmpowerment

5 жыл бұрын

I've never had a lead get mad about asking questions...even when I could tell they were busy and a little frustrated they had to deal with showing me something, they didn't get mad at me or chew me out because I wanted to make sure I was doing it right the first time.

@jillybeenerw1165

4 жыл бұрын

I only accept apprentices that have some electrical understanding. Enough to keep people safe and understand that apprenticeship is 50% from the employer and 50% of your own free time learning. The best in any construction discipline are the ones who strive to be the best and show they are worthy of the gift of a paid education, it takes sacrifice. There is always college for those that dont want to earn funds while they intern and go into debt for the privilege to be in debt, by kinder more civil career paths, that pay about the same many less. Its up to you. I know the industry is changing and soon they will be changing apprenticeship programs to 2 years at structured tech colleges, an education you pay for, and then an additional 2 yr hands on under a journeyman internship at the same apprentice low wage (youll lose 2 years of wages and pay for the school and do homework on your own time 🙂) im actually glad to see this change, the 18-25 yrs olds of today were not born into lives where dads worked on cars and did their own general plumbing and electrical, and then passed that on to their children, this generation is born into high tech products and fast changing environments, attention is a thing of the past, its not bad thing, it is evolution, and soon robots will do trade skills jobs. Emotional problems solved.

We don't need nice guys. We need good electricians. Having been through two different Apprenticeships, it takes 5 years to be good at anything. No one learns from getting everything right- mistakes must happen for progress. Neatly as time provides. 98% of customers don't care, they just want the lights on.

@DLmohh

6 жыл бұрын

Andy T lmfao this is so true.. Especially when it's late and you still need to run wite throught the walls and you're just opening holes and drilling through the studs as fast as you can 😂

@AT-pw9dx

6 жыл бұрын

Not true. Customers also want people they trust.

@andyt3938

6 жыл бұрын

A T it is always assumed your trustworthy- “soft skills” Like speaking and writing clear, telling the truth is a nonnegotiable. If I don’t trust you i walk away.

@Thatboyroy

6 жыл бұрын

5 years to be good at anything lol?? must not be too good at much are you

@andyt3938

6 жыл бұрын

Roy Garcia yep 5 years. How many kids have you worked with fresh out of college? They have 4 year degrees and are clueless. Have you gone to school or been through an Appenticeship? If not, you should consider it. Dumb people get a job. Smart people get whatever they want.

I really appreciate it I just got started in this trade about a month ago and thankfully I have a coin foreman and great coworkers that have been helping learn the right way. And you are so right about keeping quiet and doing what your told

@JJH-jc1fg

2 жыл бұрын

How is it going so far?

As a low voltage guy, I agree with you on the labeling. Everybody in our company has label makers to label up the cables. Helps shit loads.

I've got someone I work with that's always making fun of me for the amount of tools I carry on my person as I work. He says I only need 2 screw drivers: a phillips and a flat. I carry 4: a phillips, a flat, a Demo (beater), and a twirly for plates. Each tool I carry is used everyday and serves its own purpose!

@XxGR4V3R41D3RxX

6 жыл бұрын

I actually had a 10 in 1, but it mysteriously vanished on site one day. Never got around to buying a new one

@ElectronFlowSpecialist

6 жыл бұрын

Fuck em. Carry what you want.

@lachlanmackay6586

6 жыл бұрын

Ironic considering im trying to create a 75% toolkit and i get laughed at for not taking the whole lot hahaha

thank you sir, I needed a brief entry level explanation of being an apprentice, to share with apprentices. Thank you

This video is great and the rules apply everywhere for all people new to a job: 1) Don't talk back to superiors, 2)Ask questions to understand what are you doing and why, 3) Take good notes of what you are doing, 4) Don't be sloppy at work and 5)invest at the things you need and take good care of them

Asserting your opinions clearly - this is the Mike we've been waiting on. Not a single tool was thrown at the bench in frustration. Best video yet.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+J Sterinschy I know right! I was even surprised how well this video flowed with out rambling or saying something completely wrong. I'm proud of this one to be honest. Thanks

At work I put my Poker Face on , my boss questioned me if I like the job or not . 10 minutes before we start the shift and we are having coffe I joke, speak, overall interact with everybody, when the shift starts ... it's another story ! I told him, you pay me to get the job done, nothing else, goes without saying I was never yelled at or offended by anyone ! Fly under the radar and let the noob take all the flak ! :)

@caseyrobinette805

3 жыл бұрын

Good advice. I try to be like this.

Thanks for the tips man.

I'm going to college in the spring to become an electrician and get my technical degree this is my first time seeing your channel and it's already helping me out a bunch. Subscribed!

Being nice goes a long way on most jobs. Helping guys carry gear around if you have a free hand, jump their cart over extension cords, etc... Being nice attracts nice people that can help you, guys that will give advice and not just shove you aside and do something without showing you how it should be done.

Swallow your pride and do what your told. I learned this in the military good advice i wish i knew before i joined!

Love the video man, I'm a first-year myself at the JATC. Definitely be watching more videos to get some more good advice! Thanks.

@twiggs0

Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah man, local 343 in MN here. Started June 20th. The contractor I'm working with is keeping me after laying off 85% of the other folks that were working with the contractor.

@mythology0007

Жыл бұрын

@@twiggs0 Well keep it up buddy I left that message 3 years ago I just completed my journeyman's exam in Oregon!!

I agree with number 4 so much. Get good, then get fast. Nail down the work, the procedure, the cleanliness! Then work on speeding up your groove.

I’m a journeyman but I watched this to see if I agree and I couldn’t agree more with the neatness tip. When I first started where I am now they got on me about how slow I was but they never said anything about how neat and clean my work was, speed came later.

I am 20 yo looking to become an electrician ..thanks for the tips!👍

@Vlad7sokruta

5 жыл бұрын

Bro. Same.

@cameronbedrava120

5 жыл бұрын

i hope an apprenticeship will help me learn more than school does i dont know shit😂

@bryanbridges2987

4 жыл бұрын

@@cameronbedrava120 Lol, same here. I have two degrees, and on my 1st job I was TERRIBLE. I had a boss who rushed me too much, but I myself was still awful. Have two degrees and couldn't do jack lol.

Most favourite jokes for apprentice are: "Can you get me a skirting board ladder"," Can you run down to the shop and get a long weight" and so on. Love being an apprentice.

Am thankful that when I was an apprentice for a journeyman, he was a very patient and good guy, he took the time to walk me threw each step and showed me exactly how without any attitude or bitch work, it was very enjoyable and educational, I am still trying to obtain my journeymens certification, have wired countless places including my own house, it's a Great way to save money as well as make extra cash

Thank you so much for the tips man I barely started the trade in electrical apprentice 3 days ago all I keep on me is the pliers screw driver marker and a measuring tape and a driller

I found an awsome boss and he litrally went through all these tips with me. He's awsome I had a shitty hammer and the dude went out of his way to buy me a £27 hammer!

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+Jason A thnats an amazing mentor, I've worked with some great guys but no one bought me a hammer

@tonyp2878

6 жыл бұрын

First year apprentice. I am 37 yes yes i know its kinda late to reroll but i have decided My foreman bought me CK square tool bag and help me a lot,puts me on price work often. I can do second fix on my own now also can do 1 fix a flat but i am still not very confident, i know almost everything but keep confusing myself. The other guy bought me small stabila level which is 24 pounds and Milwaukee M18 multitool cos i use milwaukee power tools. Most interesting and challenging thing is fault finding and fixing it, thats very hard. No regrets i ve changed my path and turned into electrics. I go to guildford college)

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

Tony P that's awesome man. it's a really good skilled trade to be in. you can go in so many different directions once you learn the basics.

@TimWhippen

6 жыл бұрын

Tony P I'm 33 and trying to start the apprenticeship program through IBEW, never to late to start. I needed a change bad.

@int9814

6 жыл бұрын

Tony P it's never too late bro, good work.

I started working in the electrical trade when I was 16 and my dad was my crew leader and he literally gave me this same talk

Great advice that I will apply in my electrical trade. A year 3 apprentice that wants to learn as much about this field as possible

This knowledgeable talking hand is helping me begin my apprenticeship. High five.

U should put two eyes on your hand like the old taco bell​ commercials. Make this video way better

Be the first guy on the job and the last to leave Don't sit down Keep the FUCK OFF YOUR PHONE ! If you have to check the time buy a watch !

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+Kenney Chappuis I'm gonna do a part 2 and include these

Thanks mate, that talk was good efficient advice. Keep what you do.

Im so glad i came across this video and ur channel. Gonna be starting my apprenticeship soon. Great video!

I’m tripping out here. Word for word this is me at work. Especially explaining to the apprentices the part about neatness with inspectors. I get a lot a shit about it. “It’s not a million dollar job” is what I’m told. Good stuff.

My journeyman gets pissed if I have to ask twice.

@jaluntaylor4596

5 жыл бұрын

Well then hes a dick

@TheChadavis33

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I find this as well with certain journeyman. It’s an unfortunate part of the trade and doesn’t do anyone any favours. It’s easy to forget what it is like learning new things in electrical when you’ve been doing it for so long. The truth is, just because you’ve been doing it for 20 years and you know what’s what, doesn’t make you a good teacher.

Label everything!!! Thank you! I work building maintenance and this can save me hours. There's nothing like finding a circuit you need to work on but it's not labeled. Even worse when the breaker schedules aint accurate.

" keep your mouth shut " was hands down the most valuable thing I learned when I started SpaceX. Lasted almost 5 years in hell but was the best/worse time ever!

Doing this for 40 years. Its all about tools. Best tools out there are JIS screwdrivers. Japanese Industry Standard. The Phillips and straight blade fits 100% better than any other tool. Its all I have used in the last 20 years. American Phillips screwdrivers are designed with Cam out that have a little bit of slop and designed to slip out under high load instead of stripping the screw. They just fit sloppy. JIS have no cam out they fit extremely tight. Superior tool you will feel the difference the second you use it. You can buy them at Vessel Tools. Vessel MegaDora. The other things are wear safety glasses at all times and also the labeling thing he's talking about. 100% right. And neatness. Nothing worse then a nasty ass fucked up wired panel. No pride.

@P_steez

Жыл бұрын

Your awesome, buying these!

Tip 5: buy ONLY insulated tools for electrical work

This guy speaks the 100% truth man! I've been yelled at for taping off a piece of wire too much by one person. Then I've been yelled at by another for not taping a wire enough

im loving your vid just getting into the trade n you are awesome lol thank you

Good info, Mike. Thanks. Thinking about seeking an electrical apprenticeship but interested in carpentry too. I like the artistic aspects of some carpentry areas, but I like the troubleshooting aspect to electrical. I know this might be hard to say given how varied electrical work and job sites can be, but if you had to break down the time spent by a typical electrician in these task categories, what percentages would you assign to each? Planning New Systems, Installing New Systems/Components, Troubleshooting Existing Systems/Components, Repairing Existing Systems/Components. Thanks again!

I got some tips for new people on site they are buy the same battery power tools as your work mate And talk to other trademan eg carpenters are you got to know how to make tea!

Good tip on neatness. We had to do that when I worked in a chemistry lab. Everything was spotless when being inspected by groups like the FDA.

I'm a green electrician, less than a year (non-union) Southern California. I've been to 3 different job sites so far and all i can say is i try my best (schooling included) but it really depends on your Foreman/Journeyman. They are the guys with the knowledge and if they take the time to teach apprentices how do properly do things and "why" they are doing it like your said in your video it would make a world of a difference. I've had the foreman's that just talk shit all day and teach you nothing, sometimes they're just stand up guys but I prefer the foreman that actually cares about teaching the newbies the purpose of their job. Not the stuck up knuckle head who makes the big bucks to stand around putting employes down. Love the vid, good points.