Why IBEW? 

@@NickCampbellMusic1333 Hey man. 👋 The trade is very hectic depending on where you get sent out. If you've never worked construction it's a bit overwhelming but the more you ask questions and keep busy you'll be good. Now, in order to become a member apprentice takes some time depending on how many applications are processed, test scores, and interview process.

Lol is 32 the age people decide to be electricians? I'm 32 and have been trying to get onto an Apprenticeship. Went to a tech school for a year but it was crap and didn't learn anything because the teacher didn't even teach, everything was open book test you could use a phone for...

I’m 30 and I’m a plumber, but want to get my 309a. I’m looking to join as well.

Yo I'm 32 also my friend! I plan to try and join also! Best of luck to you!

I'm 31 looking to apply to a union as well

Wow, Kevin! Thank you for sharing this! It will be really encouraging for anyone thinking about joining the IBEW to read. I'm happy to hear that you eventually made the switch! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

HOW DID YOU FUCKING JOIN

I HAVE A TRADESCHOOL DEGREE AND I HEADD PEOPLE WHO GO TO TRADE SCHOOL DONT GET HIRED. I WAS TOLD NOTHING ABOUT IBEW BEFORE I GOT MY DEGREE!!!!!!!!

I was already a journeyman electrician in Oregon when I joined. It’s as easy as walking in and saying you want to join. In Oregon and soon to be in Washington, you need to go through an apprenticeship to become a journeyman electrician. Trade schools won’t help you toward this, BUT, having gone though a trade school program should make you a better candidate if you apply for the apprenticeship. It is super competitive, so anything that helps is good. I’m sorry they misled you, it’s not uncommon from what I’ve heard.

That's awesome bro! I'm a local 440 apprentice.

Hey Frank! Wow, that's really great to hear! I appreciate you watching and sharing that with us! Congratulations on being retired and enjoying that nice IBEW pension payout ⚡️

Congratulations Frank! We miss you brother!!

@@unionorganizer8331 Thanks Bob. I miss you and all of the dedicated brothers and sisters that I had the honor of working with and getting to know. I truly miss it! Be well!

Just got ranked 1st in my application class! So barring something crazy I will be starting my journey within a few months. Seeing a lot of the people out of the trade speak so highly of it just makes me more confident in the decision. Any advice for a 19 year old starting? So far most of what I’ve heard is just to listen and absorb as much as I can

@@MadElectrician Can you tell me what's the percentage of the market share in lu 48?

It really is an incredible opportunity. Thanks for sharing your experience! ⚡️

You're really never too old to get in! Thanks for sharing your experience! ⚡️

Damn bro that’s whassup I just turned 41 last month and im also an apprentice. Im a first year and love it so far.

I was a little worried I am too old at 30 but I keep seeing guys in their 40s say they're starting theirs. I think I'll be fine!

I’m 39 and a 2-1. It’s definitely never too late.

I have 35 yrs in the IBEW, I was only. able to get in because of NAACP law suit for discrimination against black and brown people. In small locals where they can keep you busy life is great, In local 134 Chicago they treat WOMEN and minorities like crap the same thing in local 697. I don't know why so many guys hate to see a woman earn the same money?

Wow, that’s amazing! Congratulations on such fantastic and fruitful career! Yes, God bless the IBEW! ⚡️

Amazing I'm 2 years in right now and I only 20

@@jamesgarrison6430 Wow! That's awesome. I didn't get in until I was 25. Keep going. You are in a great position.

@@MadElectrician Thank you so much! Indeed.

which local? i was a little hesitant on starting a new career but i have no regrets. i start with local 776 as an apprentice on monday.

The IBEW truly is an incredible opportunity! I am a long way off from retiring but I'm already feeling very fortunate to be a part of it and my family has benefited immensely. Thanks for watching and sharing that! ⚡️

Union yes !

Hey, Timothy! Thanks for watching and sharing a bit of your experience! We're just one term apart. I just started 8th term 🤘🏼 I agree that it has been one of the best decisions that I've ever made too. Let's both get turned out so we can start making those big bucks and so you can get those student loans paid off ⚡️

Your 41 and starting?not judging ive just always was curious the age bracket of new apprentice

Damn bro that’s my story as well.

Can you tell me how many years to become a Master electrician from starting my apprentice

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100%! It really is the full package! ⚡️

Non union don’t respect union for some odd reason

This is the way ⚡️

Hey Alex! I only wish that I got in at the age of 18! Good for you! ⚡️

I'm doing the same thing

How much are you making and hour? if you don’t mind me asking

Im 18 any tips

How’s it going for you

Wow, Bernie! That's really great to hear! It's an incredible opportunity and career for sure ⚡️

Local 477 here 💪🏽⚡️

Got family from local 440 IBEW.

Right on, Juliana! Congratulations on starting your apprenticeship! I remember how overwhelming everything was when I first started. Hang in there and remember that apprenticeships are 4-5 years for a reason. Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Im assuming youre female. The reason I say is you'll encounter guys that arent keen on women in the trade. Ignore them. Women can do this work. Ive always felt this way and ended up with crews that were mostly female on a couple huge jobs I was on as a result. Ye brute strength is nice but I teach work smarter not harder. Not all women are cut out for the trades but then again not all men are either. Being female is much harder non union as well. Hope you make JW.

@@tonythomas951 I been thinking of getting my little sister into this trades aswell. She likes what I do and the money I make but she worries she might not have the muscle needed for this and when I think about it it still is a construction field in the end. It would be nice for her to join a lucrative career out of high school rather than go though college with debt and no guarantee of making a decent living so I may have her hit the gym with me to muscle up and improve stamina to be prepared for it. Have you encountered times where lack of strength would hinder your work? What other struggles would a woman in the trades encounter?

@@Weebwhacker as a girl you just have to be a little smarter. Learn to use leverage and use things like hand trucks and carts. Work smarter not harder. Let the guys do stupid shit cuz they are too lazy to ahead. Most of my time in the trade was in service so I was by myself a lot and was forced to come up with ways to get it done alone. Just learn to think how can I make this easier.

Right on! Wishing you the best of luck and can't wait to have you join the brotherhood! ⚡️

@@MadElectrician just got accepted thank you so much 💯💯🙌🏽

Congratulations brother. The best decision of your life.

@@reneherrer9336 for sure thank you so much

Awesome bro! I hope you get in; the best career decision I’ve made! I just turned out of local 369 in Louisville, KY.

Thanks for watching Jorge! Agreed. This video was only just scratching the surface! Many more future videos to come ⚡️

Same here 440 💪🏽

Hey Alex! I completely agree! The IBEW has definitely made me better in more ways than one too. Wouln't trade this career for anything else ⚡️

It’s too bad I had to leave the union due to moving. But the take away from what I learned is priceless.

I have seen shit work done by both union amd non-union. So the union isn't the best. Most of the crap work is from the travlers that can't get work in there own local

Hey Sara! Haha! I love it. 😂 I appreciate you watching and I couldn't agree more! ⚡️

Wow, congratulations!! That's so great to hear!! You're very welcome. That's why I make these videos! Thanks for watching ⚡️

Nice man. If u don’t mind me asking what did u score on ur aptitude test. I just took mine and scored a 7. Hoping I get the interview and do well

@@Adrian-ig2gr really depends on how bad your local needs electricians. Sorry to say it bro, but that's how it is. You'll probably be fine though

How are the classes going man

@@Adrian-ig2gr did you manage to get in

Hey Brian! I've heard of that too! It's really second to none. What an incredible opportunity. ⚡️

I completely agree, Ronald! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Right on! I'm an apprentice myself too! Just started 8th term! ⚡️

@@MadElectrician I just started 5th

@@MadElectrician 8th term ? How many years is your apprenticeship lol

@@joshlavecchia9888 4-5 just like everywhere else. Terms aren’t years

Lineman?

That's one of my favorite things about the trade. It's so multifaceted and the learning never stops, which means that it's always interested and never really gets boring! I appreciate you watching! ⚡️

That's really great to hear, Lav! Wishing you the best of luck on the rest of your application process! ⚡️

Can you fail the aptitude test?

I'm sorry to hear that 😕 Like you said, you can definitely still either transfer in during your apprenticeship or at the very least switch over after you turn out. Can't wait to have you as a part of the brotherhood eventually! ⚡️ You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

It's my absolute pleasure! I'm very happy to hear that you're getting a lot out of my content and that it has helped steer you in a good direction! Thanks for being a subscriber and supporting my channel! ⚡️

Thanks, Billy! I appreciate you watching and sharing a bit of your experience! ⚡️

Hey, Matt! I'm happy to hear that! It's true, anyone who has ever been a part of the IBEW will tell you first hand what an incredible opportunity it is. Not just them, but their families too. And that really says a lot. EMT, right on! Love it! ⚡️

Not quite 😂 I appreciate that! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

He looks like a canadian actor on some CBC show....everyone knows him but noone knows his name

@@MadElectrician will you be uploading any new video content

Hey Cody! Congrats on turning out! I'm actually still an 8th term apprentice myself and will be going back to back so that I can finish within the next nine months. Looking forward to it! I agree, Local 48 has been an incredible apprenticeship experience. ⚡️

Thanks, Kristina! I appreciate you watching! ⚡️

Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! ⚡️

Absolutely, Tony! What an incredible opportunity! And the crazy thing is that so many people are unaware of it! That's why I'm making videos like this ⚡️

Thank you! I really appreciate you taking the time to watch! ⚡️

Thanks, James! I put a lot of time into getting my video put together so I really appreciate that! It's always nice to see fellow brothers and sisters watching my videos. ⚡️

440💪🏽

@@LexLuvzU how is it and how much do apprentience earn

@@homiej7267 I think rn a 1st year apprentice makes $18 an hour and increases every year

Thanks Chris! I really appreciate you watching! ⚡️

Hey Kevin! I'm happy to hear that! It's my absolute pleasure! ⚡️

I really appreciate you watching and leaving that comment! It truly is an incredible opportunity that's practically hidden in plain sight! I'll keep making the videos for sure. Thanks! ⚡️

How do you make 6 figures in the union? Journeyman wage after apprenticeship here is 31.16

@@ASSwipe. its 29 here

Thanks, Aaron! What an incredible opportunity the IBEW is. And for many it's hidden in plain sight. This video is one of my many attempts to spread more awareness about this fantastic career. Thanks for watching! ⚡️

@@MadElectrician man my career as a union electrician has been very hard it’s easy winding down and I have no regrets. Being from Texas working at petrochemical plants where every black and brown worker on the job were laborers! Not because these men and women didn’t want to be craftsmen but systemic racism. I got into the union because of a NAACP lawsuit on behalf of black and brown people. Many locals at one time had it written in their bylaws no Negros! Just like with climate change we have to evolve to reflect modern conditions or we will all parish. I was lucky because I spent my 5 years for 2 journeyman. Cleaveland Reed 3 yrs and Mark Cody 2 yrs when I topped out and passed the first state test. I was working with a shop Mark was the Superintendent. Compac Computer was just getting started. Many of the top level executives attended his church. We were invited to bid work but the contractor we worked for was shady. They asked Mark to start his own company and the rest was history. When we started working on that facility the had 3 buildings. I went from a first year journeyman to Superintendent in ten 10 years. Running a crew of about 120 guys and girls. Today it’s the corporate headquarters of HP. By the time I had left the company I had hired Cleveland Reed to replace my position in the field a I spent most of my time estimating in the office. Mar sold the Company and became a missionary work dried up in Houston. I remember the old timers telling me to head to Chicago so I did. I can say this Chicago is the most racist and segregated big city I have ever lived in.

@aaron jones i live in las vegas and im currently attending ati and looking to get into IBEW when i graduate. Any advice?

Let's go 48!!! I couldn't say that either until I joined the IBEW! I really truly do enjoy my job. And I absolutely feel like I'm being treated fairly and being well compensated for my work. Thanks for watching, Shawn!

1547 ak

Only idiots claim to enjoy their jobs. Unions suck major ass ibew is one of the worst

@@lonewolftech what’s it like to be such a miserable person?

Wow, Anthony! That's incredible! Nice work!! I'm sure you'll be in within the next month or so for sure! ⚡️

@@MadElectrician Thanks a lot man, your videos definitely inspired me and helped me to get that spot on the ranked list

@@AnthonyBrown-bj3tk Hey Anthony, who did you call specifically about your ranking? I just got my ranking, and I may get curious in a few months or so. I’m at the Local 48 too.

Been IBEW for 30years + . The whole country needs a good worker, stay strong and keep trying it will be the best decision for your life.

Wow, Brandon! That's a HUGE accomplishment! You're going to be making insane money over there. I have a brother in law and buddy who are both a part of Local 46. So awesome man. I'm happy to hear that my channel has served its' purpose! Thanks for watching and here's an early WELCOME to the brotherhood! ⚡️

@@MadElectrician thank you for the kind words!

Do it Maureen. It's somewhat ironic that you'll be going into this. Just because there are a lot of hazards. Best of luck to you. I see it as a daily work out and just exercise. Haha plus you'll learn a lot on how different structures are built.

Hey Ronald, Right on! Happy to hear that you made the switch and that it's been good for you! Are you still an apprentice? How's your schooling compared to the schooling with the non-union?

@@MadElectrician yes, still an apprentice. The schooling is night and day. In the non union I was taught the answers to the test. With the IBEW I am regularly challenged and pushed to learn the information. I know without a doubt I will be a better electrician with the training I am receiving with local 48.

Ronald Romero question when you transfer as a non union apprentice to the ibew did you had to start your apprenticeship all over or bc you had already time doing your apprenticeship on non union the ibew transfered those hours??

@@BoxingIntelligence all my hours transferred over, I restarted the schooling. I still get all my raises based on my OJT.

@@ronaldromero2520 Thats perfect thanks for letting me know good luck on your journey

You're the best 🔥

Depending on your local Ibew I’m also a member

Right on! What company do you work for?? I’m with OEG. 8th term. It really is an incredible opportunity ⚡️

Absolutely, Levi! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Thank you, Levi! It truly is! This video is one of my many attempts to try to show people that. Thanks for taking the time to watch this! ⚡️

Right on! Our Local is very strong here 💪🏽 Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Mou?

Absolutely, Ken! Thanks for taking the time to watch and share your experience! ⚡️

I agree! 😂 I should have started when I was 18! I'm very happy that I made the decision to join the IBEW and take advantage of this incredible opportunity ⚡️

I tried to join. I was a union pipeliner for 15 years, put out of work by Biden. I passed the aptitude test and went through the interview but was denied. But it seems like 18 year old kids with no experience got the job because their dad or relative was in the union already. Biden told us pipeliners to find other jobs so I tried and IBEW turned their back on me. Thanks Biden. Your loss IBEW!

Dude it’s tough sometimes. It took me a bit to get in. But it’s one of those things. Nothing easy is good and nothing good is easy. It’s competitive and hard because it’s worth it. I don’t know you personally but we are always trying to help material handlers on the job get in and I am always trying to help people I’ve met to get in. What local are you trying to get in to?

Thanks, Jason! I've heard similar stories to that many times! I'm happy to hear that you made the jump and that it's been a great thing for you and your family! ⚡️

What's the other side?

Thanks bro! ⚡️ Looking forward to seeing you around Local 48 here real soon!

@@MadElectrician I can't wait!

Wow, third generation! Very cool. It's pretty amazing what is afforded to us as members of the IBEW. Thanks for watching, Shane! ⚡️

Wooo! 48 LET'S GO!!! I too wish I could have gotten in even sooner. Regardless, we're both in and very fortunate to have been given such a great opportunity ⚡️ Thanks for watching, Carlos!

It's always cool to hear people's opinions who have made the switch from one to the other. I'm happy to hear that the IBEW has been a good experience for you so far! Thanks for taking the time to watch and sharing your experience! ⚡️

Thanks, Matt! ⚡️

Hey, Nate! I appreciate you watching! It really is a fantastic career opportunity! ⚡️

I'm glad that you feel that way! As long as the video was, it was still really hard to condense everything that I wanted to say in the video. There will definitely be more where this came from in the future. Thanks for watching, Travis! ⚡️

Thanks for watching James! Always cool to see members for 48 watching my videos! I too have had many non-union electricians tell me the same thing. There is a hesitancy at first to get in, but once they do they always seem to wish that they got in even sooner. ⚡️

Oh and btw maybe change your name to "happy electrician" nothing to be mad about in the ibew!

Haha! It’s just a play on my last name “Madrosen”. Not the first time I’ve heard that though 😂

How often did you climb poles? Or was it mostly work from a bucket truck?

You're my favorite, Zach. Anyone reading this, just know that Zach is one of the most solid dudes that I've ever had the pleasure of meeting and being friends with. ⚡️

Right on! You're very welcome! Wishing you the best of luck ⚡️

Hey Eli! First off, thank you for your service! 🇺🇸 The IBEW really values our veterans and I think that you'll find that you'll have a competitive advantage when you do finally apply and go through the whole process. I hope that my channel can serve as a good resource for you! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Can you tell us about your daily life as an aircraft electrician? I was looking to reclass in the Army, and considering that MOS. Thanks in advance!

I couldn't tell you much about how it would be in the Army, however, a lot of our work is troubleshooting/fixing electrical systems. We shoot wires, repair broken wires, and do preventative maintenance. We also do things outside of electrical work like the air conditioning system, landing gear, and pressurization.

Thanks Samantha! It's my pleasure! Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Thanks, Manuel! I appreciate you watching! ⚡️

Thanks Daniel! Right on! Always great to have fellow brothers and sisters watching my videos ⚡️

Right on! I appreciate you watching! That's really great to hear! It has definitely been one of the best decisions that I've ever made in my life. Wishing you the best of luck with your application process ⚡️

100%! Such a fantastic opportunity! I'm constantly reminded of what a blessing it is to be a part of the IBEW ⚡️

Right on, Trey! It's a fantastic opportunity and one of the best decisions I've ever made too! ⚡️

That's really great to hear, Evan! In my opinion, it just keeps getting better over time, especially as you become more knowledgable and confident in your abilities. Thanks for watching! ⚡️

Let's go bro!!!! Congratulations! Wishing you a long and fulfilling career! ⚡️

Right on, Anthony! You can join at any time. As you can tell from the comments, most people absolutely love being a member of the IBEW. Can't wait to have you join and be a part of the brotherhood ⚡️

Most union apprenticeships will credit you for most if not all of your progress in your apprenticeship during your non union time. I know in my local they will give you 100% credit for your working hours and allow you to test out of years based on your knowledge and ability.

Absolutely! Thanks for watching! ⚡️