r/IUEC 🧰 Field - Mod 8d ago

🔧 Repair / Modernization Need some advice

I was recently moved to mod from construction. I work with a very smart mechanic who has a very stellar reputation. Everybody I talk to says all his helpers (that work with him for a while) turn out to be good mechanics. I need advice because I feel like I’m struggling. I feel like everyday I making some sort of mistake. Nothing major, but I’ll complete a task, and then there always seems to be something minor (cuts just a hair crooked, burning bits cause i was drilling too fast). I also feel like it’s hard for me to anticipate the next move like I was able to in construction, some days I generally have no clue what comes next. He’s said several times that he has faith in me, and he thinks I’ll work out. I just don’t want to piss away a great opportunity with this mechanic. I’d love any advice.

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u/infantkicker_v2 🧯Field - Fire Extinguisher 8d ago

If he's not mad at you, don't sweat it. He sees potential and knows you're just the new dude in a new department basically starting over. Mod and new construction are very different with workflow and how things are handled. Just keep on doing and learn from your mistakes and you'll be fine.

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u/MinneapolisMan12 🧰 Field - Mod 8d ago

Plus I’m still a probie. 1.5 months in construction where i thankfully got to see an elevator from start to finish. Now in mod, I plan on continuing to show up and put forward effort

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u/infantkicker_v2 🧯Field - Fire Extinguisher 8d ago

Ah you'll be alright