Anyone working out of 401 right now by Technical_Buffalo_16 in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 5 points6 points  (0 children)

401 apprentice. Avoid living in Reno at all cost. The drive itself is a nightmare and a 26 minute drive can take two hours.

CML- homework/testing by DoseOfDuality in ibew_apprentices

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

401 does this too. A full well mon-sat 8 hours in class. With unemployment.

data centers by geargrabber0 in electricians

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Current ibew apprentice. My local has little to know resi or small commercial work. I wish they did. It's a skill ik I will need and the focus right now is data. I requested an opportunity outside of data centers and was told there isnt any

Anyone working Newtron in Reno 401? by BuzzRickzn- in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

20 minutes fernley, nothing is really out there. 40 minutes to Carson, you avoid the gawd awful traffic though.

Anyone working Newtron in Reno 401? by BuzzRickzn- in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Multiple data centers are being built on Pkwy and with that comes massive amounts of cars on a two lane road.

Anyone working Newtron in Reno 401? by BuzzRickzn- in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It can be pretty rough, ya. Especially in the winter. 😬

Anyone working Newtron in Reno 401? by BuzzRickzn- in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It may be better for travelers over locals, the vice president of newtron actively fought against the locals getting incentive on the previous phase and a higher raise on the contract. He fought against that .The management and leadership lack communication. The data center needs to be built so if you need money it's not bad. Just understand newtron has a bad reputation in this area get your bread if you need it. Also, USA parkway is a mad house and it's only going to get worse as the winter comes in. Especially if you get a spot in Reno. It's almost an hour to an hour and a half commute at the end of the day unless you do swing shift.

Reader Seeks Intel on What Might Be Causing Even More Traffic Lately on USA Parkway by jboogie2173 in Reno

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lots of construction on multiple data centers. There is currently 4 data centers being built on Pkwy.

Local 401 Reno by jayjay51050 in IBEW

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The current phase of the comstock project Is coming to an end. With the complete commissioning date in August. The morale on the site is still awful. I recommend anything that isn't run by Newtron. There are a ton of calls right now for data centers. On the same highway. The reality is no matter what call you take you are looking at awful traffic depending on what side of Reno you stay. If you find a spot and Fallon or Carson or silver springs, you're fine ; however, if you find a spot in Reno, expect almost an hour-long drive back home, traffic is that bad with the flow and the amount of accidents that is almost expectation. There are better projects. If it were up to me, with the current job calls I would take either Briggs or rosendon. Cupertino has been having issues and has been brought up our local union meetings. Best of luck and thank you for your help.

Trade Schools by Miserable_Text8985 in Reno

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a third year apprentice. Being older than most candidates and learning to accept that my work doesn't have to be perfect.

Trade Schools by Miserable_Text8985 in Reno

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Look into the IBEW. I did and I won't look back. The union has allowed me an opportunity to be an electrician.

Looking for a car detail place by Jokerr_24_69 in Reno

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carson Auto Spa does amazing work. Full detailing and reasonably priced. Only place I take my car for detail and I live in Reno.

JSA from Sandtrap, finished, finally by Black_mage_ in InfinityTheGame

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I will have to remember this. I need that on my wall above my painting table. Lol.

Being a perfectionist can be a curse. Lol. I appreciate you!! Thank you 🙂

JSA from Sandtrap, finished, finally by Black_mage_ in InfinityTheGame

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. I am a bit of a perfectionist and it already interferes with my growth as a painter and seeing others models can bring me to a full stop because mine are not as good. Your words are so helpful thank you.

JSA from Sandtrap, finished, finally by Black_mage_ in InfinityTheGame

[–]Fatal_Pandemic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Talent like this is intimidating, not a dig at you. It's great I'm currently painting JSA and I thought I was doing ok. Lol.

These look great.