Spotlight On... Skilled Trades In Demand
In this issue we go over the steps required to become an Electrician
Each area has it's own unique path. The following links will take you to resources to help you navigate the following:
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
The process can be overwhelming. For further help and information make an appointment with Ms. Stanley
Carter Wold - Graduated From North: 2016 - Yes, that's Terri Wold's son:)
College/Training/Internship
I am Currently attending St. Paul College and will graduate in December 2021. St. Paul College is a 2 year program that leads you into the Apprenticeship for Electricians.
Career:
I am focused on finishing up school and working a part time job on the side. Some of the classes I am taking are: motor controls, residential wiring, etc.
Teacher that inspired me:
Mr. Hackney
Advice to students: When joining the program or workforce have an open mind and be creative and a hard worker!
Activities/clubs
Played Lacrosse and Hockey and was a Captain on both. I Was also in DECA.
Dave Zuercher - Graduated From North: 1990 - Andrea Hager's cousin:)
College: Bachelor of Science, Business Administration. Winona State
IBEW Limited Energy Apprenticeship 2020
Career: I am a Low Voltage Technician for ECSI, which is part of Hunt Electric. Hunt is one of the largest employee owned electrical contractors in the country. Mainly, I install fire alarm systems in commercial buildings. We handle all systems as a company so I also install card access, security cameras, voice data systems, overhead paging, and audio systems. I started with just my own homeowner skills and youtube tips (so I knew almost nothing) and went to the Local 110 IBEW union hall. They had me take reading and math aptitude tests and gave me information for the Joint Apprenticeship Training Center (JATC). The JATC is completely self-funded (the money comes ½ from employers and ½ from workers). All I paid for were books (about $1200 over 3 years), about $300 for hand tools, $100 for a few pair of work jeans and another $200 for a nice pair of Redwing boots. New apprentices would have to work 6000 hours in the field over 3.5 - 4 years and go to school for a full 8 hours (unpaid time) during fall, winter, and spring (about 28 class days per year).
Classes in trades/helpful courses taken at North: Shop classes were good, and Trigonometry.
Teacher that inspired me: Mr. Hoffman
Advice to students:
Call the JATC at 763-571-5922
Or go to their website at: www.statewidelea.org
They keep a list of new and existing apprentices who are looking for work and when the contractors want to hire, they call and ask for that list.
Once you are done with school, you’ll have enough hours to take your license exam (PLT) with the state of MN. You don’t have to get this license to continue working in our industry. A large percentage don’t get the license but it is a way ahead if you want to make more money and show your employer you are serious about your career. Once you are done with the apprenticeship, you are classified as a journey installer. So, you could be 22 years old with no college debt and making $30 an hour. Currently that position pays just over $29 per hour and I am assuming a raise each year would be built into future contracts. Getting your license and industry certifications (NICET fire alarm is a good one) would only make you more valuable.
Activities/clubs/awards from HS:
All conference Golf, National Honor Society
Career Information - Electrician
It's not all about wiring. When you work as a construction electrician, you will lay out, assemble, install and test electrical circuits, fixtures, appliances, equipment and machinery. Electricians work inside residences, commercial and industrial establishments, schools, hospitals and more.
Wages & Benefits
1st period wage/benefits package: $37.26/hour
2nd period wage/benefits package: $38.65/hour
Journeyman rate: $45.51/hour + benefits = Total wage/benefits: $77.30/hour
Also known as: control electrician, industrial electrician, inside wireman, journeyman electrician, maintenance electrician
Work Environment: Almost all electricians work full time. Work Schedules may include evenings and weekends. Overtime is common.
Job Outlook: Employment for electricians is expected to grow 8% from 2019-2029, much faster than that of other occupations.
Find out more Information on Electricians
To Union or not to Union, that is the question
CONSTRUCTION CAREER PATHWAYS is a fantastic FREE resource where you can explore careers in the trades. Construction Careers - PLUMBERS. To explore further, make an appointment with Ms. Jorgensen
TRADES HUB is another valuable resource where you can explore trades and manufacturing careers, find training programs with scholarships, and land a job.
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Featured Employer: Conservation Corps Youth Outdoors Program
Conservation Corps’ Youth Outdoors Program is excited to welcome high school students back into our program this Spring!
- Who: 15-18 year old residents of St Paul, Minneapolis, Ramsey and Dakota County
- What: This is job for high schoolers who are interested in being outside and working with peers on improving their environment. You would make $10/hour to work on a crew of 4-6 peers to improve parks in your neighborhood.
- When: April 8th – May 27th, 9 hours per week: Thursdays after school and Saturdays from 8am – 3:30pm
- Where: parks throughout St Paul, Minneapolis, Ramsey, and Dakota County. A few priority parks are listed on the application and exact meeting location will be set based on your ability to get to the work site.
- Why: get outside, work with your peers, clean up parks, and earn up to $630 ($10/hour, 9 hours/week, for 7 weeks)
- Direct link to the application: https://conservationcorps.catsone.com/careers/20714-Youth/jobs/14074812-Youth--Youth-Outdoors/
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