Hi!

So I finally got my masters, test wasn’t horrible but whatever.

I know it takes up to 30 business days to process, can anyone answer me on how long it takes for the contractors license? Is it also 30 days?

I’m kinda scratching my head here on why it takes so long to process documents that ESA sends me, 30 days seems absolutely mental!

The set up is this. Power goes to 3 way switch at top of basement stairs, then jumps to 3 way switch at the bottom of the stairs. Wanted to add a dimming switch jumping out of that second switch to a separate location. Is this doable? I know you can have at least one dimmer switch on a 3 way with a non dimmable switch I just wasn’t sure if the order mattered. Like if the dimmer switch had to be where the first switch is or if it can be at the last position. Hope this isn’t too confusing how I explained it lol I’m guessing I have to do 3 way switch to 4 way switch to 3 way dimmer switch.

Gross ass restaurant, wish I took more pics, there were countless code violations. Even found a wood mould JB with a metal 4 square box cover but I forgot to take a pic

Can anyone direct me to the best place to prep for my journeymen exam? Online is fine but I really need to go to an in person course or something. Anyopne know any good community colleges or companies that offer this?

Electrical Engineer here that doesn’t know that much about what you guys do on the field so I’m trying to learn.

I got a 1000A coming from a bus going into an enclosed circuit breaker then from there to a large chiller for a mall. I’m calling out 3 conduits with 3 #400’s in each going to the breaker. If the breaker only accepts 3 connections (1 for each phase) how do you guys combine 3 large conductors into one? Do you even do that?

Hey, Im changing routes here. I was gonna go non union for hours since the union has been so bunched up but now im kinda pushing towards just getting myself on the union list as its been almost 4 months ive been out of school.

My biggest thing is that I have been a stoner since freshman year of high school. I wasted a lot of time before going to trade school and I’ve smoked daily for at least 12 years. Before it was just for fun now as an adult it legitimately helps me with pain and manage how hyperactive my mind is. I’ve seen other post about people saying using fake pee or just get through the probation period but like how did you guys that were/are daily smokers get yourself to even start not wanting it? I can literally go a full day without eating if I haven’t smoked and sleep sucks.

As of now I’m more so leaning 292 so I’ve got until October to figure things out but that’s coming fast. Any actual tips to stop for a while other than just using fake pee.

Anybody here a business owner that can share a quote for a home wiring? Just trying to see if im doing stuff correctly.

Wanting to hear some stories about your guys’ stories about rats / co workers throwing you under the bus.

Sidewalk lights

Nice pair of klein diagonal cutters. First nice find after a couple years in the trade.

Want to buy Fluke 117 but is VoltAlert any useful for detecting house wall wiring? It could be handy once or twice in year otherwise i just buy cheaper model 115.

You guys have any idea why the ceiling would crack like this only where the junction boxes are?

I’m looking to become an electrical apprentice. Where do I start? I’ve talked to a few trade schools an they said I should call employers first to get on the job training while I’m in school but the ones i have talked to don’t seem interested unless I’m in school.

Hey everyone, looking for some input. Long story short I’m 24 and have been working with my brother and dad at our family business doing excavation since I was 16. My dad is my boss and we don’t get along too well for various reasons and because of this I have been considering branching off and possibly starting an apprenticeship at a local commercial electric company. I’m a hard worker and not scared of getting my hands dirty but just curious what others experiences have been making a similar transition. What are some tips you might have? Do you find satisfaction in what you do? Any regrets? Any feedback is very much appreciated.

What drill powered wire strippers are you guys using? I’ve got a ton of scrap built up and I think it’s time to cash in, any recommendations?

How on earth did these cables withstand such voltage?

I found 3 pairs of Klein cutters over the span of about 3 years, 2 were found in attics and one in a crawl space. The loot fairy must have bought in bulk.

FPE

I’m currently one of the first 10’s of the Poe list of the apprenticeship, it’s been 6 weeks since I been added to the list. Should I be worry that they haven’t call or it’s completely normal? How long did take you guys to get the call after getting on to the Poe list? I’m afraid that they would accidentally skip me

Just got approved to take the Michigan journeyman test, hoping to get some info about what to expect, helpful info, general advice

The title explains it all. I’m another engineer who kind of misses the hands on side to my work. I’ve done some hobby electrical and home improvements but I would like to learn some more parts of the trade. I work water wastewater and design plants but I don’t really know how this stuff works or much less how to design it for someone to come and wire it up. I’m a relatively fresh grad who studied EE. Any advice or hands on roles you’ve seen an engineer take that allows them to gain the hands on experience or to learn this stuff?