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Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
Just wondering what are the pros and cons. I have always had interest in this field just don't know where to start. Is there like a local union you an go talk too? How does it work? Any info or advice will be highly appreciated. Thanks fellas.

[ September 29, 2012, 01:55 PM: Message edited by: ISP89LX ]
 
Posted by poisonpony96 (Member # 3942) on :
 
I'm a commercial electrician with local 332 Santa Clara. You need to go to the JATC and apply. You hav to take a simple test general School stuff. You need proof of one year highschool algebra and a highschool diploma or GED. Once you pass the test you have to interview and depending how well they like you determines where they put you on a waiting list. They have been taking new apprentices like crazy the last 1 1/2 years. I have worked non union and union. It's a good gig. I'm currently at the 49er stadium building the substation electrical rooms.
 
Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
Thanks bro I deff wanna go check it out and take that test and see how it goes. I'm in San Jose as well. Thanks for the advice.
 
Posted by poisonpony96 (Member # 3942) on :
 
Here is the number to the Jatc 408-453-1022. Call them and ask when the next application day is. They do it quarterly I believe.
 
Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
Thanks bro ill give them a call on Monday.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
Whether you like to be indoors or outdoors check out Local 104. Being a union sheet metal worker pays great and I think if I'm not mistaken one of the best retirements. Same thing as poision said. Hit up the Local hall and be ready to work. Good luck in your choice.
 
Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NorCalRydaz:
Whether you like to be indoors or outdoors check out Local 104. Being a union sheet metal worker pays great and I think if I'm not mistaken one of the best retirements. Same thing as poision said. Hit up the Local hall and be ready to work. Good luck in your choice.
Thanks bro I thank you for your input as well.
 
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :
 
had the opportunity to go from non-union to union but didnt take it with 302,595 or 180 because they wanted me to start over again after almost 4 years and I was only 2500 hrs out from j-man status. I also didnt like the fact that many electricians I knew in those unions were out of work. I recently got a permanent state gig working as an electrician at a water treatment plant so its just Mcc's,PlC's,LCP's and VFD from here on out for me and only a 14 min commute. a buddy did recommend the union thats doing the 9ers stadium which was recommended above. at the end of the day its all about your pay and benefits and working non-union P.W. and union to me was one in the same, I did very well. hope this helps.
 
Posted by lxhatch5.0 (Member # 6319) on :
 
I'm also looking too go back to a Union job now that more are opening up. If u want too stay indoors and keep it light go with ELECTRICIANS UNION. I worked as a laborer for a sheet roking co. i used to get my ass kicked day in day out but made some good $+benefits. I just quit my forklift operator/stocking job because of the amount of money i was making + no benefits=FAIL [patriot]
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
My only advice to u is voltage = current * resistance, better known as ohms law

Lol
 
Posted by 166 Merlot (Member # 1549) on :
 
FUCK THE UNION!
 
Posted by 166 Merlot (Member # 1549) on :
 
The union was cool 50 years ago, and then 10 years ago when my pops retired it was still cool. But Now its a different ball game. Just like social securtity, why invest in something thats just gonna get robbed from u...
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
FUCK THE UNION!
It all depends on what union. But as a journeyman $51/hr and a 6k a month retirement for only a high school education sounds pretty good to me.
 
Posted by Mustang Guru (Member # 4119) on :
 
Local #16 Energy Conservation Specialist http://www.insulators16-wica.com/home.asp
 
Posted by 166 Merlot (Member # 1549) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NorCalRydaz:
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
FUCK THE UNION!
It all depends on what union. But as a journeyman $51/hr and a 6k a month retirement for only a high school education sounds pretty good to me.
Hey I cant be mad at that. Everything has its ups and downs. But thats JMHO from my experience.
 
Posted by 93coupessp (Member # 8418) on :
 
Union sucks bunch of crybabys
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NorCalRydaz:
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
FUCK THE UNION!
It all depends on what union. But as a journeyman $51/hr and a 6k a month retirement for only a high school education sounds pretty good to me.
id say thats a damn success story right there. $102k annually can feed lots of kids and buy lots of stang parts
[Wink]
not sure if the union would be solely responsible for that however
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
quote:
Originally posted by NorCalRydaz:
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
FUCK THE UNION!
It all depends on what union. But as a journeyman $51/hr and a 6k a month retirement for only a high school education sounds pretty good to me.
id say thats a damn success story right there. $102k annually can feed lots of kids and buy lots of stang parts
[Wink]
not sure if the union would be solely responsible for that however
I'd say Jorneyman make 80k-100k depending on how the economy is and how many hours you actually go to work. Lol
 
Posted by gohardgohome (Member # 9803) on :
 
theres actually an application day on wednesday the 3rd. im looking to head out that way and applying. it says that u need proof of 1-2yrs of high school algebra if not possible to take the tech math test. fee is 125$ but anyone else done this before??
 
Posted by poisonpony96 (Member # 3942) on :
 
And most journeymen make 120k with OT. There are some general foremans making 200k with OT. Most guys who just work 40 hrs make 90k but most work the OT to keep their jobs

[ October 01, 2012, 09:21 PM: Message edited by: poisonpony96 ]
 
Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by gohardgohome:
theres actually an application day on wednesday the 3rd. im looking to head out that way and applying. it says that u need proof of 1-2yrs of high school algebra if not possible to take the tech math test. fee is 125$ but anyone else done this before??
Which union is this for bro? The answer is Yes if its for the electrician union you need to bring a copy of your transcripts from HS showing you passed Algebra with a "C" or better. Other unions I have not seen or heard of pre-requist math profeincy but generally in all the union test I applied for math was on them. I have taken so many different ones, which one you going too tomorrow? [patriot]
 
Posted by Beartron68 (Member # 12225) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Mustang Guru:
Local #16 Energy Conservation Specialist http://www.insulators16-wica.com/home.asp
What kind of salary are you making in that union if you don't mind me asking?
 
Posted by MachYou (Member # 7934) on :
 
Local 104 here. In the long run it will pay off [patriot]
 
Posted by gohardgohome (Member # 9803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by PurpleNotch:
quote:
Originally posted by gohardgohome:
theres actually an application day on wednesday the 3rd. im looking to head out that way and applying. it says that u need proof of 1-2yrs of high school algebra if not possible to take the tech math test. fee is 125$ but anyone else done this before??
Which union is this for bro? The answer is Yes if its for the electrician union you need to bring a copy of your transcripts from HS showing you passed Algebra with a "C" or better. Other unions I have not seen or heard of pre-requist math profeincy but generally in all the union test I applied for math was on them. I have taken so many different ones, which one you going too tomorrow? [patriot]
I'm going to the commercial #332 ejatc application..sounds pretty Damn good. They pay for your school training and get to work if you get hired. Sucks its gona be so many applicants.
 
Posted by Teal 93 (Member # 7936) on :
 
Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 you will get a defined benefit retirement, health care for your family and we are the only trade that fabricates what we install.

Paul

Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 Apprentice
Starts at $20.32 per hour you get a raise every 6 months and the last 6 months of training is $40.64 per hour
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Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 Journeyman $50.80 per hour

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Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 Foreman $58.42 per hour
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Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 General Foreman $60.96 per hour
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Posted by PurpleNotch (Member # 2902) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by gohardgohome:
quote:
Originally posted by PurpleNotch:
quote:
Originally posted by gohardgohome:
theres actually an application day on wednesday the 3rd. im looking to head out that way and applying. it says that u need proof of 1-2yrs of high school algebra if not possible to take the tech math test. fee is 125$ but anyone else done this before??
Which union is this for bro? The answer is Yes if its for the electrician union you need to bring a copy of your transcripts from HS showing you passed Algebra with a "C" or better. Other unions I have not seen or heard of pre-requist math profeincy but generally in all the union test I applied for math was on them. I have taken so many different ones, which one you going too tomorrow? [patriot]
I'm going to the commercial #332 ejatc application..sounds pretty Damn good. They pay for your school training and get to work if you get hired. Sucks its gona be so many applicants.
Good luck [patriot]
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
FUCK THE UNION!
FUCK SCABS!

Union all the way
 
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :
 
If anyone is interested, I just posted my hydraulic KO set in the non automotive classifieds section.
 
Posted by 166 Merlot (Member # 1549) on :
 
I never had to cross over a picket line, but my boy had to do what he had to do... Anyone ever had a prevailing wage job? Lets talk about that!
 
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 166 Merlot:
I never had to cross over a picket line, but my boy had to do what he had to do... Anyone ever had a prevailing wage job? Lets talk about that!
I worked P.W. for 3-1/2 years, one time the operators union was picketing out front where they werent suppose to be. we had a separate union gate and they were suppose to picket that if they wanted to. cops put a stop to them real quick after our job sup. went out there. All I can remember is one guy yelling its not fair.LOL
 
Posted by nasty93 (Member # 8935) on :
 
im a pipe welder/steamfitter for Local 38 plumbers and steamfitters san francisco..60$ hour ..I love workin in sf..lots of work right now.
 
Posted by krazy_svt (Member # 9259) on :
 
Does anyone know if any of these are actually
Hiring? Thanks!
 




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