Determined newbie.......

[db2204]

Hello,


Firstly great forum I have enjoyed reading the threads and topics. A lot of interesting stuff on here.

I am 26 years old and have been working in the construction game for around 7/8 years mainly labouring and such. I am currently working self employed for a local loft conversion company doing the roofing and external finishes (fascia's, tiling, gutters, windows etc.) I am not enjoying this anymore. I have also been doing quite a bit of weekend work with a friend of mine who is an electrician and enjoying it. I have put a lot of thought into this career change and I am very determined. I think now is the time to do it as I'm not getting any younger!!

I am looking at getting into an apprenticeship, not looking at a quick fix. Want to do things the proper way. Been in touch with my local college and have found the course I want; C&G 2357. I have been emailing and phoning round all the local contractors to me and have had a few more replies than I expected to be honest. I have been for one interview so hopefully something will come out of that.

I have bought a tool bag full of I suppose a starter kit for electricians (wear screwdrivers, knipex pliers, wire stripper and few other bits). I also have some money saved up towards a van and am looking at selling my car to put towards a van as well. I hope this will make me more appealing to potential employers.


Anyway sorry to waffle on.....

Thanks

Darren

 

[Des 56]

Hello Dan,welcome and good luck

 

[ImpededLoop]

Welcome along. Good luck with your career change. It sounds like you're doing all the right things.

I wouldn't rush to get a van unless you really need it. Many employers may supply one, or you could use your car in the short term.

Once you get started, there's a trainee section on this forum which would be worth joining.

 

[GMES]

Welcome along Darren good luck with your career change and I agree with impeeded loop, Don't go rushing to get a van you really shouldn't need one if you're going to be working for a company. All an employer will be looking for is a clean driving license and the fact that you can get to work on time in your own car is a bonus.

 

[db2204]

Just an update...
Have got myself an employer and got into college.
Start 2357 in September....
buzzing like
cheers

 

[DuaneMHunt1976]

My suggestion is read up before.the.course.starts.... Look good and get all you can out of tutors and people you work with.

 

[7029 dave]

Just an update...
Have got myself an employer and got into college.
Start 2357 in September....
buzzing like
cheers

Well done, hope it all goes well.

 

[gnuuser]

well done! study hard and learn all you can.
cheers!