[QUOTE=k5blazerboy;13431121]First post on here, but have been reading for a while now. I need some advice from people that don't personally know. I have just graduated from tech school as of three weeks ago, and am currently employed at a small shop close to home here. I have been working there for about six months now, mostly residential clean and checks, but also service,and also part of the on call rotation. I have a couple questions about the field, and I'm hoping that you guys have some information that will help me.
1. I am considered a pre apprentice at this union shop, and I just learned over the weekend that I am not supposed to be doing any service work, as it is against union rules. I have been told that it could ruin my chances of being a journeyman in the future. I have a bad feeling that if I bring it up to my boss he will show me the door, because I know he loves my cheap labor, so what do I do? Talk to your union rep. and who ever told you this ask them to show it to you in writing. But if i was you, i would do what I'm asked to do as long you can handle it.
2. Like I said, I have always wanted to be a commercial service tech, or a commercial controls guy. What does it take to get hired to a big shop? I have called, sent my resume, even had an interview at a local controls shop last week, but he said he wouldn't have an answer for a month. I guess, what do I need to do to stand out? I am willing to work, I am wanting to learn, but I just can't seem to get any answers. you need time under your belt before you start looking for other work. We don't like jumpers. two years or less in one place makes me think something is not right. Hang in there you have much to learn.
Thanks guys.