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    I Need Work Mate / Trainee looking for a start in Reading or surrounding area

    I’ve passed my 2365 level 2 and starting Level 3 in September at Guildford College .. looking for a start with someone if there’s anything available .. I have transport and most tools.. doing my ECS test on the 20th August .. I’m a hard grafter and looking for something permanent preferably ...
  2. U

    Where to start..

    Hi, I recently decided on a career move and am looking for any sound advice on getting the correct accreditation for becoming a qualified electrician domestic & commercial. I have no experience whatsoever and am thinking that i will be self-employed as I have Have owned various businesses in...
  3. P

    Checking sockets - where to start?

    Hi. My RCD tripped yesterday evening. I identified that the problem is on the Ring Main (Everything unplugged). When ring main set to on the RCD is triggered. Left all other circuits on over night with no problems. I've got up this morning and just switched the ring main on. No trip...
    • pippinontheroo
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    • checking sockets start where
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  4. M

    What is a good start after getting level 2 and 3

    I am about to finish my level 3 city and guild 2365 qualification that I did for resettlement from the army, I was wondering if anyone could tell me what I should expect for pay and what kind of job I should be going for with no experience.
  5. Q

    Kick Start and Pulse Start

    Hello, Is Kick Start and Pulse Start the same? I am no Electrician Engineer. The term Kick Start occurs in a motor control manual. Regards.
  6. J

    27 and hoping to start in Electrical

    I am 27 years old and looking to start work in the electrical industry. I have passed my CSCS card and will be doing the ECS card soon enough. I am going to be starting a level 2 city and guilds course soon part time (one evening per week) through a college. Just wondering what the best way is...
  7. S

    Advise on how to get a start.

    Hi, I am 34 and wanting to train as an electrician. I am looking to do an apprenticeship but finding it difficult to gain employment. Would anyone have any recommendations? Thanks
    • Stephen Brophy
    • Thread
    • advise get how to start
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. A

    Nightmare Jump Start - Peace of Mind Needed

    This morning a friend's car battery was flat and they needed a jump. I left them to set up the leads and got in my car and started it. Within 30 seconds, I smelt and saw smoke. The jump lead was on fire. Immediately after getting out of the car I realised negative was going to positive, positive...
  9. T

    Retiring next year and thought to start selling off some larger items

    Hilmor pipe bender £250 Boss tower working height 8m £800 Van Vito high top 2010 reg long MOT £4000 I have put these on gumtree right now. As I am retiring next year. May still do little jobs but cutting out the bigger stuff. Happy to stop running all the time to keep up. Think I might start...
  10. S

    Fiesta - non start and lack of power

    Hi all, just wondered if anyone can help please. I'm currently trying to resolve an issue with a family members fiesta. It's 2004 and 1.4 petrol. When you turn the ignition on, at position 1 just the oil pressure light and door open light come on, nothing else. When you turn to position 2...
  11. L

    Electrician Jobs Looking for electricians mate or trainee for immediate start in Reading

    Hi there, We are looking for an electricians mate/trainee/apprentice for immediate start in Reading please PM me if interested.
    • Lilyrose08
    • Thread
    • electricians electricians mate looking mate reading start trainee
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  12. D

    Where to start - retraining.

    Hi guys, Sorry if this is in the wrong place. I'm considering retraining at the age of 36. I'm pretty practical after renovating a few houses and having done a bit of my own domestic electrical work. My question is where do I start. Obviously at the age of 36 I'm not looking at starting from...
  13. K

    Want to start course with Able skills

    Hi I'm new here but have been looking at posts for a long while. I'm thinking to start studying with Able Skills, doing the 2365 level 2 and 3 home study course, which costs £4250. I already work for a small electrical firm and have 4 years experience, with in my opinion good knowledge of...
  14. 1

    A complete house rewire where to start????

    ok so I know I'm gonna get a lot of abuse but I'm really interested to know how competent people work and the order they do things in. I've recently moved into a new house and the wiring is old and has been poorly done, lots of annoying features like not enough sockets, no point of isolation...
  15. D

    12v garden lighting help before i start!

    Hi i'm looking for some guidance on a garden lighting project before i start. I'm hoping to install a sets of 12v led lawn lights [5 lights, 5w each], with a potential cable length of 50+ meters. Is 3183P 0.75mm rubber cable sufficient for this length of run [50+m]? What cable size would you...
  16. N

    Starting on my own & where to start?

    hi I’m after some advise... I’m a qualified electrician & have 15 years experience. I’m currently employed & work nights as a sparks & would like to start my own thing during the day. Is there anything I should & shouldn’t do? I’m a bit confused on where to start & what to do. I want to be...
    • Nick Marchant
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    • advise please start starting where
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  17. J

    I Need Work Looking for a start in the trade, Kent based. (Lvl 2&3 2365)

    Hello guys, I’ve recently completed my C&G lvl 2&3 2365 and I am looking to get a start in the trade. I’m 35 and my experience is very limited but I am at a stage in my life where I can put in the hours and I would like to learn from experienced electricians in either a mate position or as an...
  18. T

    Time clock recommendations

    can anyone recommend a digital time clock, either din rail or surface mounted with count down the on-off with some kind of start button function instead of having time frames in which it’s on or off Many thanks
  19. S

    Looking to start out / add more skills to my toolbox

    Hi I am looking to achieve some electrical qualifications to add to my toolbox and am looking for some advice on what's what. Back story: I'm 35 years old, my day job is in IT and have a small property maintenance business on the side, I find myself having to get a electrician in to do some...
  20. G

    Can I start an electrical company with only Level 2?

    Hi, I have experience as a sparks, and wanted to head it out on my own as self-employed whilst I undertake my level 3 on home study. What would be the deal on signing off work etc & could I undertake work? Many thanks, Gareth
    • Gareth699
    • Thread
    • company electrical level level 2 start
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Business Related

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