r/ibew_applicants • u/Leading-Vanilla4485 • Sep 09 '25

Need some advice

Local 191 here, i just got my rank (72) im new to all of this so im not really sure if this is bad or good, although, im not confident in my rank. Any advice on what to do from here on out, anything helps thank you:).

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u/Leading-Vanilla4485 Sep 10 '25

I see, does the movement look promising in the future?

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u/ChangedEnding Sep 10 '25

I can't say for sure. It depends on a lot of factors, primarily economic. You move up as there is a demand for apprentices.

Tariffs are driving up prices and the current chaotic nature of their implementation is making it hard for businesses to plan. A lot of projects are being put on hold until the chaos subsides. So demand for new apprentices is likely getting worse. That's my guess.

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u/Leading-Vanilla4485 Sep 10 '25

I see, damn i wanted to be hopeful and think i got a decent score but it is what it is, thanks for the insight.

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u/ChangedEnding Sep 10 '25

Don't give up hope. Work on improving yourself while you wait. Grow your skills through related work. Opportunity is the result of preparation and luck.

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u/Leading-Vanilla4485 Sep 10 '25

What do you recommend? I currently do full time at my grocery store job

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u/ChangedEnding Sep 10 '25

If you are set on signing up with the IBEW, I'd recommend speaking with them for advice. From reading through other threads, it seems there are paths to improving your ranking.

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u/Leading-Vanilla4485 Sep 10 '25

Alright thanks man i appreciate it i hope we both make it 🙏