I’m 19, going to get my CDL in one month. So excited to take my first step toward this career!

Great video! Could you do a wage video for a apprentice ?

Just finished submitting my application forms and the necessary paperwork to my local IBEW 112. Hope to move to the next phase within a couple of days. Still need to take the apptitude test.

I’m currently in school now for HVAC but the numbers to this video make complete sense!

Jose, thanks for asking, we do all the training you need to become a qualified lineman able to travel around and work. The degree doesn’t help in regards of the apprenticeship, but further down the line, if your degree was in the electrical field you’d possibly be able to move up within a company into management? Hope that helps.. good luck!

Awesome work. Just found this.

Great video. New subscriber. I'm thinking about doing this when I get out the military

Line school isn’t necessary. Neat supplies On The Job Training... OJT. So earn while you learn.

Does anyone here work for Mastec? I am active duty about to take an apprenticeship to become a lineman in Texas area. I've read mixed reviews. Some say it's good living and others say they pay like a slave which is basically nothing. Any info would help. Thanks

What union would I have to contact in illinois? I already have my cdl and does age matter?

Display of info was nice but does the other payment towards things like retirement go up when your wages go up?

I lived in San Diego county/ Riverside county and I plan to get into this trade and start to learn but I’m lost since I don’t know anyone or any information. All the people I know (family members) are in Construction Unions but I just need someone to help me and understand what’s needed to become a linemen in my area.

Signing my name up in the local 1245 books in North California!

Excellent video. Thank you. NEAT1968 just opened application again, so I can't wait to start the process!

Is their ways to invest into stocks with annuities or retirement accounts ??

How would I start my journey towards becoming a lineman in Miami?

If you don’t need the medical benefits are the wages still going to be set up this way? I just paid my dues to become a member at local 47. Leaving the nursing field. I have my CDL no restrictions, CPR/First aid, I still need OSHA ET&D. But blessed to be put on book 1 as a USMC Vet.

I am graduating college this year and am considering applying for the NEAT apprenticeship. My degree is in construction safety, not sure if it helps at all but at least its related. I will be able to obtain my class B permit at a minimum by the time i graduate, any other tips to help me stand out? I worked an internship for national grid and pretty much was told not to do the climbing school route, but to each their own i guess.

Hi there, I am an Electrical Engineer student and I need one more class to complete my Associates degree. This has any advantage if I decided to become a lineman? I live in Rochester N.Y. and I wonder were I should go to ask any questions about my interest in becoming a lineman. I will appreciate any advice. Thanks

I live in MA, im a journeyman with 13 years, and i wanna get my ticket to just have it/pay dues, just in case i want to pick up some extra work on my off days or a storm here and there.....how would i do that? I know theres a hall in Boston, but a coworker said theres also a hall in NH....again, im just wondering the procedure on how id do this... Thank u

What do most apprentice lineman make?

Will getting a associates degree help me be a better applicant I am also an electrician I plan on going to lineman school when I turn 22 I’m 20 now

Sure beats making a $30-$40 an hour doing the same amount of work in a day or worse…. And getting no retirement, no vacation or sick pay, no health, dental Or eye care.

Hey sir :). I was just curious I'm new to this but I like the idea of this trade. I'm 30 years old have no experience with being a lineman but I think this is the career that I would like to take because I think the pay would be better then driving all my life. I have my CDL already. What would be the next step if I was to start fresh off the boat?

Fuck it I’m going to school for this. I’m gonna use my GI Bill on this instead of college

I'm taking my CDL permit test tomorrow and will be applying. I'm 27 years old and have my bachelors in a different field and looking to switch careers. One of my good buddies works for you guys in Local 104. Is it obtainable to get in without having experience in the field and without any schooling? SLTC is out of my budget. I called the union hall and the woman I spoke with told me that if I signed on as a groundsman I probably would never get called in this area. Is there something else I should be doing before I apply?

I’m only here because I was offered this job on indeed lol, And I work at a body shop

That's pretty good. I made $38.56/hr before I took a buyout from Verizon in 2014...

What state is the apprenticeship in? I'm in NJ and there's a 2 year program at my community college if you get accepted into this companies apprenticeship. I would rather do it the way you guys have it set up if I can. Thank you.

Do you recommend a pre apprentice lineman school for someone with zero experience in the field?

I’m looking to get into the field. I currently live in California but hoping to move to a different state and start a get an apprenticeship after moving. Should I join my local IBEW here in California or wait to join the IBEW where I move? I’m going to be attending lineman school after I move as well. Thank you to anyone in advance!

Hello! Where could I apply to become a lineman? I’m very interested.

Do you have to pay into annuity??

I’m 22 do you think I’m too late to start?

Hello i need your guy’s help!! recently I’ve been in a huge dilemma because I’m about to graduate from high school and I’ve been accepted to Lineman school which is one year, and I’ve also been accepted into Civil Engineering which is 4 years. Both of these schools are close to each other so distance doesn’t matter. I really need help on which one to choose, I’m taking AP Calculus AB right now in high school and i guess I’m alright at it (B-) but i dont know if i should go into engineering or go into the Lineman school, can you guys give me your feedback?

say i already have a full time union job with a pretty flexible schedule that i do very well in, can I become a lineman as a second job?

I live in Vermont. I have a four year bachelors degree but am looking to make a career change. Is 25 too old to start the apprenticeship?

Hi I'm 17 and live in the Chicago land area and was wondering where I have to go to start an outside line man apprenticeship

Sorry, I’m a chief lineman and it’s not all about the money or you’re gonna be miserable if you don’t like the work. I liked the work

That was a good video on how they break it down in pay looks to be low voltage guys are almost in the same ball park other then all that OT linemen get but good to know. The take away here is linemen do a lot more of a dangerous role which I think the numbers should be some what higher.

Hello I live in the nyc area & I’m about to start boot camp soon any recommendations on footwear

Are all these lineman companies forcing V a x mandates? I surely hope not, and it seems like majority of men in this industry wouldn't be for it.

Are you guys taking apprentices? I have my cdl

This is old and the numbers for Journeyman starts around $45/hr now. Then do the math for the others. However, taxes and per diem is where you lose money. They offered me $30/day per diem.😂 That starts to cost you, since it’s more than $30/day for travel and living. Just remember, you go where they send you and work your ass off for $45/hr. Sounds good until you do the math and realize $25/hr with OT locally, pays more, cost less and gives you time at home. It’s a great opportunity for young folks. You can get trained, certified, gain experience and switch to local. Just know everyone does things differently and local crews may not like Union folk. To each his own, but I took a different route all together.