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Old 02-20-2009, 05:27 PM   #1
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Hi,
Im interested in becoming an electrician and I have some questions that I would like to ask.

1) I have no experience at all in the electrical field. Would it be hard for me to get my foot in the door?

2) I'm 24 years old with a high school diploma. Should I take some collage classes before looking for a job or becoming an apprentice?

3) I want to be inside wireman. How do I get started in the right direction to be successful in this field?

Thank you guys
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Old 02-20-2009, 06:58 PM   #2
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Welcome to the forum!

You have a couple of routes open to you:

1- IBEW. I will let the union guys explain further.


2- Open shop. Contact/apply at electrical contractors. Enquire if they will put you through an apprenticeship program.

However, with the economy what it is, it may be difficult to find a position right now. A lot of companies are cutting manpower.
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Old 02-21-2009, 08:00 PM   #3
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Easy - Just move to PA, get some magnetic signs made for the side of your car / truck, print some business cards and your set to go. Not only are you an electrician but your a business owner too!

OK just kidding - follow the advice of JohnJ0906
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Duplicate thread.

Continue here: Hi from Orange County Ca.
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