Electrician Work Life Balance - All Work No Play?

The work life balance is amazing! I have been on a 4 10 schedule for my entire apprenticeship so far. We work Monday-Thursday 6am-4pm. The 3 day weekends are great and it's nice always having holidays off and being able to take extra time off whenever I need to.

I’m 3 months in to my apprenticeship and can’t be happier with the decision to start this career

I’m a 4th year apprentice at local 58 Detroit and this is the best career I could’ve asked for. I have complete and total freedom to take off whenever I need! And weekends are ALWAYS optional! Mad love from Detroit my fellow brother 💪

Hi. 2nd year apprentice, half way through year 2. Gotta say I love the work (most of the time) and while school is somewhat stressful, with the pay, combined with the work itself and benefits and all other areas, I love this career choice and feel conformable and safe with it. Only wish I'd gotten into it earlier

🔥I just passed the aptitude test! Awaiting the interview, hoping to start this spring/summer. I need a work-life/balance!!

the schedule is great it's from 6-2:30. I can go to work early and come home to, work out, go to church, and study. IBEW local 26 all the way !!!!

I'm 46 and currently working, studying for the aptitude test, and saving as much as I possibly can so that if/when I'm accepted into apprentice program, the pay cut going in won't feel so extreme and I'll still be able to cover my living expenses without having to land a second job. I'm older, of course, but in a situation kind of like your brother was -- making a decent wage at my current job (I've been here 8 years!), but knowing this isn't really my ideal career, and that the pay cut I'll face upon entry into the IBEW is only a temporary hurdle. It will require sacrifices, like anything meaningful, but your channel (and John's) have convinced me that it's totally worth it! Thank you for all you do. It truly has been an inspiration and an invaluable resource. Glad Local 48 and Providence are treating you right. You've earned it!

Thank you for these videos. My first day as an apprentice was today and i will start my 4 year program in a couple months! You helped me figure out what direction i want to go.

Can you make a video about vacation week progression, amount of sick days, and amount of personal days a year?

I've been doing non union solar for 11 years. I think I want to go union this video makes me feel way better about it. I have a kid and a wife I very much consider more important than anything in the world.

This video is right on time, I was just wondering this yesterday. Just started with an electric company this week, and come May when school starts I should be accepted into the apprenticeship. 8 1/2 hours/day on top of 3 hours school twice a week I'm thinking of going to be rough, because you also have to study about 8 hours a week.

Don't really mind long hours. The money would be nice as I come from nothing. Going to be pushing myself hard to be able to graduate and get in and soon as possible.

Great video! I’m currently working sales and have been offered to start an O2 electrician apprenticeship. 02 looks like the way to go!

I’m working private sector with my brother and law rn. Pay is alright. Benefits are non existent but the hours are great. 7:30 to 2 generally and I get paid the full 8 hours. But I don’t get the benefit of schooling or even a solid job high paying job down the line. Union is where it’s at. Hoping to join u guys soon studying for my test in April

I have been watching your videos for awhile, now almost 2 years into my apprenticeship, awesome content 🔥 love being an electrician

Just wanted to say I'm glad I found your channel! Your videos has helped give me confidence in finally jumping ship and recently passing my test and finishing my interview ranked well!! Now is the waiting game for the call. Thank you for the tips, tricks, and videos to calm my nerves!

Great video Stephen!

Totally agree about switching from a salary position. So much more time and less pressure. Just work hard for your 40 and do homework for a weekly class. Looking forward to journeyman life $$. Only 6 months in.

love your videos, super helpful advice and info! aspriring electrician myself and i was glad to hear that there's a good work life balance, but i've heard other folks say the opposite, do you know if it depends on your job/location/experience or any other factors?

Awesome video! Loved it