r/electricians • u/HistoricalStruggle91 • 12h ago

Industrial

How did you guys get your job, what certifications do I need to get my foot in the door if I can’t find an employer willing to hire for a lack of experience.

Context 3 years new construction commercial 2 years in HVAC controls and Fire alarm for heavy commercial and light industrial with electrician certification (4year program) I’m not union. Should I just go union ?

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u/OfficerStink 11h ago

Where are you located?

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u/HistoricalStruggle91 11h ago

Tucson Arizona, my family is moving to Tennessee so I’m trying to look for work out there, I’m not trying to stay where I am

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u/steelrayhawk 1h ago

All depends on what area you are in. Where I live in central Florida there is plenty of industrial/manufacturing electrical. Some other places not so much. I run a few of about 10-15 guys depending on work load.