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What company would you recommend for an electrician?
Would it be best for me to start with a well-known company, or and less-known company in the electrical industry?
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David’s Answer
Starting out you have a lot to learn, and you can start learning it with almost any company. There's lots of different work scenarios for electricians - from huge development projects all the way down to domestic installation and maintenance. If you've an idea which you'd prefer, then you have a place to start in terms of searching for a list of companies to target.
It's usually good advice to have some time working in a company with a recognisable name on your CV. That might be a well known local company if you intend to stay local, or a larger company if you fancy working in different places. But you can also shine in your CV by having good experience in a small company, and sometimes they can offer you the opportunity to work on tasks that would not come your way so easily in a large organisation.
My preference has been to work in companies where I enjoy the atmosphere and projects... I think that helps you to do your best work, and most important, be happy.
It's usually good advice to have some time working in a company with a recognisable name on your CV. That might be a well known local company if you intend to stay local, or a larger company if you fancy working in different places. But you can also shine in your CV by having good experience in a small company, and sometimes they can offer you the opportunity to work on tasks that would not come your way so easily in a large organisation.
My preference has been to work in companies where I enjoy the atmosphere and projects... I think that helps you to do your best work, and most important, be happy.
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Soubhagya’s Answer
Hi Angel,
As an electrician you can almost try every company ,since all the companies have wire fittings ,not just Electrical company.
But if you are looking into electronics , then you have to look into specific companies like Mobile companies, computer companies, etc
As an electrician you can almost try every company ,since all the companies have wire fittings ,not just Electrical company.
But if you are looking into electronics , then you have to look into specific companies like Mobile companies, computer companies, etc
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Michael’s Answer
Enlist.
Now is not too early to talk to the Armed Forces- US Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy and Marines.
All branches of the military use electricity and electrical equipment, all will provide you with world class training and experience as an Electrician.
Once you complete your term of service (effectively as an apprentice and Journeyman) you'll gain a lifetime of Veteran's Benefits.
https://www.va.gov/service-member-benefits/
Now is not too early to talk to the Armed Forces- US Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy and Marines.
All branches of the military use electricity and electrical equipment, all will provide you with world class training and experience as an Electrician.
Once you complete your term of service (effectively as an apprentice and Journeyman) you'll gain a lifetime of Veteran's Benefits.
https://www.va.gov/service-member-benefits/
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Terri’s Answer
Start with a well-known independent certified electrician and LEARN everything you can from them. Too many young electricians start with a large commercial company and never get good hands-on experience on many different areas.
Your skills will be rewarded later in your career when you have a varied and diverse background from a tenured electrician's training!
Your skills will be rewarded later in your career when you have a varied and diverse background from a tenured electrician's training!
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Amanda’s Answer
Hello Angel!
I think that it really depends on your area, whether or not you want to pursue a career with a well-known company or a smaller company. I would suggest doing some research first before sending out any applications. See what their health benefits are, see what their retirement plans are like, see what other perks are. Some companies will actually assist with paying for schooling.
More well-to-do companies will have that school incentive. Smaller companies may not be able to assist with school payments but may have a better reputation in terms of "taking care" of their employees, almost like family. Try to think about what you value most about a job and seek companies that will fit with your values.
I hope this helps and good luck!
I think that it really depends on your area, whether or not you want to pursue a career with a well-known company or a smaller company. I would suggest doing some research first before sending out any applications. See what their health benefits are, see what their retirement plans are like, see what other perks are. Some companies will actually assist with paying for schooling.
More well-to-do companies will have that school incentive. Smaller companies may not be able to assist with school payments but may have a better reputation in terms of "taking care" of their employees, almost like family. Try to think about what you value most about a job and seek companies that will fit with your values.
I hope this helps and good luck!