Electrical Training for a New Career

[DoElectrical]

You are at a good age to start your career. I was recently at the graduation of apprentices that had completed their training. One of the graduates was 55 years old. Several were in their mid thirties. It's a good career. Go for it.

[sorcerio]

I'm 36 years old. Is that too old to make a career change and become an electrician?

[67Zaka]

Hi,

I'm willing to start my own Electricial Training Company back here in Norway

Al though I'm only at the age of 15

Could you give me a advise (s)?

Thanks. - Zaka

[67Zaka]

@67Zaka Spelling check *All*

[DoElectrical]

67Zaka Hello Zaka

We do need good electrical trainers. Most trainers have worked in the field for a while. You may want to consider training and working for an electrical contractor. In the US we have apprenticeship programs. They are terrific because you can earn a living while you get your education.

[DaMostEnigmatic]

I'm in Queens, New York and I want to get an on-the-job training apprenticeship and hopefully move forward. I don't care about the money, I want an interesting job working with my hands.

[taccognaman]

Can colour blind people be electricians?

[Zeleqzam]

@taccognaman

Unfortunately, they can't be electrician because of colour code for cable..

Correct me if i'm wrong...Have a nice day..

[DoElectrical]

@taccognaman I know an Electrical Engineer that is color blind. He needed to be able to see colors on resistors and capacitors to determine their value. He was able to distinguish the difference in colors by the shades of the color. There are different degrees of colorblindness and people are very resourceful. Nothing would surprise me.

Good Luck

[sparklerbombg]

@taccognaman no

[TAPOUTacb21]

i am only 15 in highschool,

i have been looking into being and industrial electrician for a long time,

however im having a hard time seeing how i would get into this field after highschool. all i can find is info about becoming a general or residential electrician. how would i go about being an industrial electrician from schooling/training to specific things to industrial work.

thanks,

Aaron

[DoElectrical]

@TAPOUTacb21

Go to the web and look for Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC). Then find the IEC chapter in your area. IEC has a four year apprenticeship program. If you qualify, your employer usually pays for your education and you "earn while you learn".

[DoElectrical]

You do not need prior experience to get into an apprenticeship program. You do need to be hired. At the present time the job market is slow.  I suggest you call Lisa Hunter at IEC New England by phone: 860.563.4953 and enquire about openings.

[DoElectrical]

The cost is ususlly paid by the employer. In some cases the students pays when registering for the course and is reimbursed after the student has completed the class.

[DoElectrical]

The cost is ususlly paid by the emplotyyer. In some cases the students pays when registering for the course and is reimbursed after the student has completed the class.

[lemoney20071]

how much does this cost

[This19]

How do I become an apprentice without the seemingly required prior field experience? I live in Boston where there is always work but I have no connections. Can someone please answer? Thanks.

[nihilus123451]

Heya, similar to false.. i have 1 more year of high school and i really want to become a electrician... i am not worryed about the math side of it.. but what is the practical work like? is it very difficult?

[DoElectrical]

Electricians use physical skills to do their job. (An electrician can have many different jobs such as construction, estimator, service in different industries such as hospitals and schools, ) Most parts can be put on a cart and pulled to the jobsite.

Keep taking the math it is important for electricians. To contact an apprenticeship training center, Google, Independent Electrical Contractors for a chapter in your area. You will be proud of what you have accomplished at the end of the day.

[nihilus123451]

@DoElectrical Thanx alot mate your really helpful=) im gonna try hard to get a apprientership for electrician and hopefully i will succeed =D im confident on math its just do i terrible when it comes down to physical activity i make too many mistakes.

[DoElectrical]

@nihilus123451 Don't worry. Everybody makes mistakes. Always check and then double check your work.. That=the secret.

[DoElectrical]

Electricians install wires, make connedtions and make electrical productswork. If they don't work they fix them.

An electrician can do many different jobs in many industries. some more dificult than others. If you like to use tools and work with your hands and not spend most of your time at a desk in an office, you will like it. At the end of the day you can see what you have done and get a feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment. It doesn,t hurt that the pay can also be good.

[Alavance00]

lol one person dislikes this video. hope you enjoy living without electricity for that ps3 of yours!!

[FalseTrinityTeaching]

Hello, I've just gotten out of High School not too long ago and I was wondering if the job of electrician requires a lot of mathematics. I did pass my algebra class but I don't know if I can handle advanced mathematics... Also would you call this a hard job? I really want to do this trade as a career.

[DoElectrical]

@FalseTrinityTeaching

If you can do a reasonably good job in Algebra and are able to handle the trig functions you should be ok. You also must to be able to look at charts to correctly select the proper wire gage and conduit.

[MICHAELSARFO12]

how can i be an apprentice in Bronx New York?

[DoElectrical]

@MICHAELSARFO12

IEC offers apprentice trainin in Boonton, NJ you may speak with the Chapter Training Director, Joseph Esposito by phone at 973.334.4744 or e-mail at

jesposito@nj-iec.org, good luck You could also google "apprentice training NY" to find others in the New York area.

[MICHAELSARFO12]

omg this is my passion i took a break from my community college so i can pursue an electrician career. i reside in the Bron New York City how do i get to be an apprentice i don't care about the money what so ever i want to get out the house and learn. please whoever posted this help me out

[DoElectrical]

@MICHAELSARFO12

This is your luckey day. Contact your New Jersey office of IEC at 973-334-4744 and tell them you want to be an electrician. They will explain the duties of an electrician. They will also go over teh requirments for training to become an electricain and to enter an apprenticeship program.

[xninjazx6r]

5:54 LOL

[DoElectrical]

@xninjazx6r Best wishes with your future

[Pantheist333]

What qualification must one have in order to be accepted into the apprenticeship program?

I'm very interested. I live in Louisville, Ky

[DoElectrical]

@Pantheist333 You need to have good math skills. A good understanding of science is also important, Many electricians use hand and power tool to do their jobs. Also, many work outside. Some jobs such as estimator or electrical service may require good writing skills. You may want to give Dan Endris a call at the IEC office in Louisville, KY. by phone at 502-493-1590 to find out more about the apprenticeship program where you can earn while you learn.

[saviour82jv]

Im an electrician in Australia in my 1st year i was getting about $250-300 2nd year 300-350 3rd year 350-450 and my 4th year around 450-550, when you turn tradesman you can earn anywhere from $25-$30+ an hour. Practical work is fun and challenging but to tell you the truth i hated theory work be prepared for some hard maths though lol Im 27 left high school started my apprenticeship at 16 and never looked back

[shrekazoid]

@saviour82jv how many hours where u working on your 1st year apprenticeship

[DoElectrical]

@shrekazoid An apprentice is required to work 8000 hours over four years before they can become a journeyman. That is 2000 hours a year or about 40 hours a week.

[MileHighGuy75]

I'm looking to change careers. I'm 35 with no electrical experience. Are there opportunities as an electrician for someone like me that's midway through their 30's or is this more for the young bucks?

[DoElectrical]

Many apprentices begin their career after they have tried several less rewarding jobs. Many apprentices begin their training to become an electrician in their mid 30'S. Good Luck. I look forward to hearing from you in the future.

[GASP195]

how old do you have to be

nd what education u need

and is it locatied in new york?

how long is it

how much is it

[DoElectrical]

It usually takes four years to become an electrician after you begin an apprenticeship program. You will earn as you learn, working for an electrical contractor and getting paid for your work then taking classes after work. I believe you must be 18 in New York City to use power tools in your job. Your local IEC trainer should be able to tell you more about the program. Please contact Joe Esposito, New Jersey IEC, Phone, (973) 334-4744

[DoyleawtDanzig]

@DoElectrical i live in los angeles california and im 20 yrs old n dropped out of college because becoming an accountant was too tough for me as i am not too good at math its never been my strong subject, what can i do or where do i start so i can become an electrician? do i need to go back to college in order for me to be an electrician btw?

[DoElectrical]

@DoyleawtDanzig @DoyleawtDanzig

IF you Google "Registered Apprenticeship Programs Los Angles. You will see a California Gov site(dir.ca.gov/databases/das/­aigstart.asp). Select the link and enter your county (Los Angles) then enter "electrical" The link will lead you to organizations offering registered apprenticeship programs in LA. Because the economy is stressed, you may want to call a few on the list.

Many offer math training to prepare you for the electrical program.

[Keltner89]

What is the pay rate as an apprentice?

[DoElectrical]

The average wage of an apprentice is 30 to 50 percent of the average journeymans wage. As you gain knowledge your wage will increase. The wage of an electrician will vary depending on the type of work, knowledge, experience and location. You can get information about the wage of an electrician from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

[thorsmitersaw]

Is it possible to move about during an apprenticeship? my gf is in the military...

[thorsmitersaw]

Does the IEC help you find employment for the apprenticeship?

[DoElectrical]

Yes, IEC works with electrical contractors in the area to find employment for those going into the apprenticeship program.

[DoElectrical]

You should contact Ed Hersl by phone at the IEC Chesapeake office at 301-621-9545 ext 102. He will most likely ask you to come in for an interview and fill out the necessary paperwork. Finding a job in this economy is little slow.

Classes will be starting up in the fall. They should be able to help you find a job before then.

[DoElectrical]

Yes you can move if enrolled in the IEC program. You should check with the Executive Director of the local IEC chapter prior to entering the apprentice program and when you are aware of a move. The program may vary from chapter to chapter due to local and state requirements.

[thorsmitersaw]

thank you!

[mr3ggroll]

oh man electrician looks very dangerous. thats the only thing holding me back

[chadmrw]

give electricity the respect it deserves and you'll be alright

[Magnito67]

Yea im about to graduate high school soon and im thinking about being an electrician. anybody know about any apprenticeship programs in orlando,fL I been looking but not really finding any..

[DoElectrical]

There is an apprenticeship program in Clearwater FL. You should contact Reina Mora-Blackwelder at 727-499-0727 to see where their training centers are located.

[Magnito67]

thanks

[javaleer]

i am very interested in this field. does any one know about any apprenticeship programs in san jose?

[DoElectrical]

IEC has a chapter in Sacramento, Ca. that offers apprenticeship training. I suggest you call Terry Seabury at WECA IEC phone, 877-444-9322. Call the chapter and ask them about training.

[Blackseed1978]

I'm located in New York City i've attended a 7 month trade school program to become an Electrician and not actually an appentice program. I've been out of school for 2 months looking for work on my own and still haven't found anything as of yet i've taken a test and had a interview with the Local Union in my area of locality more then a month ago and still no word yet i will appreciate any advice that you may have for me as i still try to forfill my goal of becoming an Electrician. Thank You

[DoElectrical]

IEC has a chapter in New Jersey and another one in Connecticut that offers apprenticeship training. I suggest you call Joe Esposito at IEC New Jersey phone, 973.334.4744 and discuss your future and the current job market in New Jersey.

If relocation is an option there may be other possibilities. Go to the web address at the end of the video and select IEC chapters. Call the chapter and ask them about training. Not all chapters offer apprentice training.

[cekipa]

im starting an electrical apprenticeship next year in january, i was just wondering what sort of maths do you need to know or be good at? thanks.

[DoElectrical]

Depending on your duties after graduation you may need to know simple math through trigonometry functions.

You will be required to do basic algebra. You will be asked to calculate amps when given watts and volts. You must be able to determine how many and what size wires you need, then calculate the size of the conduit big enough to hold the wires. You must be able to select the fuse or circuit breaker rating.

[angel2988]

I'm very interested in starting a Residential Electrician Apprenticeship with WECA-IEC. I'm in Bakersfield, Ca.

Any insider words of advice? Anything you could tell me about the IEC, their programs, or the industry in general would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[DoElectrical]

You have selected an excellent IEC chapter for your apprenticeship. Stay in the program and complete it. Math is a problem for some. Talk to the administrators of the program if you get discouraged. You will be very happy after you complete the program. Stay in touch and let us know how you are doing.

[atlantianferret]

Is it true electricians make over 30 dollars an hour?

[DoElectrical]

It is not unusual for a well trained electrician that has moved up the ladder to exceed $30 per hour.

[67tr876]

@atlantianferret I know a guy who makes $90 an hour.

[dommanu7]

im starting a electrical apprenticeship...

[DoElectrical]

Congradulations!!! I believe you have made a very wise decision. Please keep us informed of your progress.

[malos3]

is there any way i can start training early. im still in high school.

[DoElectrical]

It depends on your location. Some IEC chapter offices work with the local high schools to offer the first year apprentice training to students still in high school.

Please go the link at the end of the video and call the Executive Director of the IEC chapter nearest you.

[mbordo2]

yea go to a vocational school its highschool and ur college

[HUSTLE258]

I just found out i passed my test! I got an interview in a few weeks wish me luck!

[DoElectrical]

Congradulations!!!! I am expecting a very rewarding future for you.

Keep us informed.

[HUSTLE258]

thanks I'm looking forward to starting a decent well-paying career with good benefits, but I'm not looking forward to working in this Houston heat. lol

[DoElectrical]

These are very dificult ecconomic times and new jobs in certain areas may be hard to find an. When you start with your new employer. Work hard, keep your eyes open for a career path that suits you. You will find that not all of the jobs that require your skills are in the heat.

[HUSTLE258]

such as?

[DoElectrical]

Service, Estimator, Purchasing, Inspector, Engineer,

[HUSTLE258]

Thanks, my research starts now.

[jeffer2m]

can you get a basic understanding of telcomm/low voltage systems in this apprenticeship?

[DoElectrical]

The Electricians Apprentice Program offers a basic understanding of telcomm/low voltage. Some chapters offer a dedicated telcomm/low voltage apprentice program.

[jeffer2m]

when is algebra ever used?

[DoElectrical]

Many products list the watts and volts of a products. Electricians need to know the amps so they can determine the size of the wire to be used. Electricians use the formula; watts = volts X amps and solve for amps. They can then determine the size of the cable needed to wire the equipment. This in one of many examples of how an electrician would use algebra.

[jeffer2m]

its sloooooooooooooooooow. where the job's at?

[DoElectrical]

Near the end of the video, a web address and a phone number are posted. Go to the web address and find the chapter nearest you. The Executive Director of the chapter should be able to help you locate a contractor looking for workers. Finding work is a bit slow in certain areas and much better in others.

[pwnu2]

just what i want to get into :)

[johndkillin]

great career opportunity through a great program... what isn't to love these days...