I was going to recommend this as well. Or going the apprentice -> journeyman route.
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A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 2 days ago
Get on as a construction helper. Zero experience required, just show up on time with some basic tools every day.
West_of_West@piefed.social 2 days ago
HubertManne@piefed.social 2 days ago
what would basic tools be. Seems wierd they expect the person to show up with tools for a general helper job.
discocactus@lemmy.world 2 days ago
Measuring tape, speed square, pencil, bags, durable and weather appropriate clothes/shoes. Lunch. Water. It’s just the industry standard.
HubertManne@piefed.social 2 days ago
thats not to bad but I honestly do not know what a speed square is unless its that little 90 degree angled metal thing maybe?
FudgyMcTubbs@lemmy.world 2 days ago
It’s that little 90 degree angled metal thing.
A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 1 day ago
If youre super green (no experience at all) they wont expect much. You wont need much for the first year other than being able to show up, listen to directions, and not hurt yourself or others.
A framing crew will expect you to have basic hand tools more than a general construction company would. One is teaching you a trade and the other just wants a laborer.
Being a good helper gets you started toward something better. A lead, a contractor, whatever. I work for myself now, and that is very achievable for anyone.
A_Union_of_Kobolds@lemmy.world 1 day ago
Depends on the trade but tape measure and pencil+sharpie is standard. Framers will need hammer and speed square, electrician will need strippers, lineman pliers, etc.
Most stuff will be provided by whoever youre working with but you’ll be expected to invest in your tools periodically. If you have to borrow something twice, you should pick it up.
Also, good protective shoes. Im a big fan of my Keens.