To give you an idea about being a construction apprentice. My home was in Las Vegas, my job was in Spokane WA working 7/14's on high line. I didn't see my wife and kids for over 2 months. This job is...

You can also look into Volta. Its at Camp Rilea in Warrenton Oregon. It's not as expensive as some of the other line schools. Plus it's funded and run by NW Line Jatc. They accept graduates from...

Money is the root of evil no matter where you live. Funny how everywhere in the world wants to blame their problems on America.

Whatever you do, Don't ever buy Whites snow Pac Boots. They are complete garbage made in Taiwan. Climbed in them for about a month and the dam soles were coming apart. Bought Hoffman snow Pacs after...

The local i was a part of for awhile negotiated a 9 dollar raise over the 3 year contract. Not all the money went on the check though. Some went to benefits. It was one of the largest raises ever...

I didn't receive any hours for my completion of the Inside Wireman apprenticeship, when I was indentured into the NW Line apprenticeship. But going through the 5 year wireman apprenticeship sure...