My youngest son just completed his Electrician’s Apprenticeship. The way he ended up in the program is pretty interesting. He was working as a plumber’s helper for $9.00 an hour, which is pretty good for kid who just graduated high school. Well one day he was on a job at a huge house out at Martinez Lake just north of Yuma AZ. The guy he was helping had hurt his back so he stayed in the truck while my boy dug trench in 110 degree heat. The home owner watched him work his but off all week never complaining while his partner did nothing.
The homeowner happened to own an Electrical contracting business in Phoenix, and when the job was complete he asked my son if he would like to work for him. He told my son he would pay him $19 an hour and pay for his school to become a Journeyman Electrician. My son jumped at the offer and 4 years later he is done with the course. He is now making $28 an hour and loves his job.
Great story. Thanks for sharing.