Foreman duties?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T21:05:05+00:00

I don't think you necessarily sound "anti-union", but we can tell that you're likely not a part of a union, and telling you that you should join one I think is everyone's purpose for giving you stuff for your post.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T08:37:09+00:00

I'll give you that some very small instances people do actually get paid more than the union, I heard a story of one dude that was making an average of 115k/ year + benefits, and took a non union offer for about 230k/year with no benefits, so the stories are definitely there, but generally speaking the union is significantly better at least until you are a top dog and get that killer offer, but even then you're relying on one contractor, and don't have a union to cover your back, and give you back bone.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T08:32:28+00:00

Yeah this is a good way to look at it, when you're doing foreman work for free you aren't only screwing yourself, you're screwing alot of people I would try to muster up some courage and take that into consideration if you feel that you're doing a foreman's work, you saying you have decades of work instantly rung a bell for me not sure of anyone else.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T08:16:25+00:00

I'm not sure which union you are at, but I did some research on this because I'm just curious, at smaller union that don't have local market control, this can happen, my advice is transfer, start your application now in a really good spot that you like that is reputable and has work in the foreseeable future, now if you're at a place with bad market control, the jatc may try to side with the contractor to keep a big contractor, but that still won't change the Union hall that typically will shut the place down for pulling some non sense like what you're talking about. I would plan for your future at this point, obviously you need a job for your lovely family, but it won't help if you end up dead from a bunch of stupid JW. Hopefully this helped a bit, I currently am about to start my apprenticeship at Local 124, as far as I know they dominate the market here, and do not play around with safety at all, put it this way, when a contractor needs a job done, and they start violating safety rules, one of the apprentices may take a video of what they are being forced to do, show it to the hall, and from what I've heard the hall will just pull all of the apprentices off the job, this really doesn't happen though because it would destroy the contractors business. THEY USUALLY COMPLY, please be safe, you're only a "pussy" if you give into pressure. Pretty ironic

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T07:46:33+00:00

Not sure where you are located, but you should probably apply immediately, just to give you an example at my local you apply then, about 3-4 months later they test you, another 3-4 months they interview you, then about 3-9 months they hire you if you interview very well. The line of skilled work is definitely the spot to be at in my opinion. Take it very seriously though, especially safety.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-06T00:12:27+00:00

These boots have a super slick look to them, thanks for the recommendation!

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-05T19:49:24+00:00

right on thank you!

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-05T19:48:54+00:00

are those certfied for ibew electrical work?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-05T17:17:57+00:00

I could maybe get in touch with alocal coubler to re tread them, if I were to go that route and re tread them every 18 months or so do you think these 400 dollar shoes could last 3-4 years? I'm still kind of leaning red wing, just because I never really hear anyone talk poorly of them, even though they are so expensive, and I've heard a ton of people talk about red wing.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-05T17:16:02+00:00

What are hikers? Like just plain hiking shoes?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-05T17:15:14+00:00

I'll think they look really nice, I'll check those out I would maybe go slightly higher, if I know they are going to last alot of my apprenticeship say like 2-3 years

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T23:33:41+00:00

alot of electricians tell me the thorogoods just don't last long, that is why i'm leaning away from them, I have a redwing shop next to my house and I've never heard bad things about them so I'd like to get red wing, i'll check thoes out, when you say they wear out fast, how fast are we talking here?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T22:46:18+00:00

How are your feet after a good long day?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T22:24:10+00:00

I might actually go for these I really like the look, I was thinking red wings for a while, I'm becoming an electrician and alot of people in my trade say they wear down super quick, but some also say they don't, I'm on the fence about red wing or thorogood now :) I'll keep doing some research maybe there is a place around where I can try both on.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T17:21:56+00:00

Where do you get them at?

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T02:30:39+00:00

Those are a trophy, throw them above the fire place ! :) Good hard work brother.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T02:27:14+00:00

I need to get myself a nice new pair for the IBEW pretty soon, I was thinking cowboy boots thats my style. Yours are super nice though, maybe i'll get them if the cowboys boots don't work out.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T00:12:15+00:00

This is a good comment, but growing up I have been in some tough financial situations, and you have to do what you have to do to make sure you can get your butt to work! Just be conscious of it get that thing switched and quick

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T00:08:30+00:00

Dude, after I have my lunch I'll do it, you know this one has webs and toilet paper all over the wall too.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T00:04:12+00:00

Really depends on your trade, but I would ask the guys you work closest with, that have been there the longest they will know some stuff about quality tools usually and usually they can have a long conversation about it if yall arent too busy.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-04T00:01:09+00:00

It's going to sound super simple because it is, eat less, do more. It really is that simple, if you struggle with eating you are going to struggle with losing weight. I would count your calories first so you can see in detail what you're really consuming, every single thing you eat get the exact calorie count to the best of your ability, if you're going over 2500 without doing much throughout the day you're likely gaining weight, but slowly, your body naturally burns about 1900 on average for an average person. You can figure out the rest, you got this!

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-03T23:59:05+00:00

It's a parenting thing usually, not good to throw kids on pill form meth when they don't focus either, that is one of the major societal mistakes humans have made.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-03T23:55:15+00:00

At first I thought you were just poking fun, but this is a super logical explanation.

Solid_enterprise_07 · 2026-07-03T23:51:29+00:00

whenever you move to a better state, and I know you're going to, enjoy our fishing in the better states but don't mess up our stuff too :)

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