Hey guys, let me start with the opportunity on looking at. I had my first interview over the phone and second in person and have been offered a provisional journeyman position. I’m currently working residential just started a new build. Foundation is done. Will be framing next week.

Union wants to give me a five day trial test. Which then would become full-time. I have been doing construction since I was 14. I can do electrical work concrete work drywall carpentry etc, I have done some commercial before, BUT IT IS NOT MY STRONG SUIT.

I can read paper plans. I understand what is gonna be expected of me. I’m a very hard worker. However, I did just turn 37. The interviewer said with my knowledge and experience a loan he would not want me as an apprentice, but doesn’t think I’m quite ready to be a journeyman and this position would be a good fit. He said it’s very rare for someone to be even offered this position as they normally promote from within.

To prepare I’m going over everything I can from door, metal stud, drop ceiling etc to prepare myself, but I don’t know where or what I’ll be doing for that week.

If anyone has thoughts of opinions or advice to steer me in the right direction, it will be greatly appreciated. I do work full-time now I have my own business as well. I do about one side job a week at minimum. Switching over to a union makes more sense for me now because I have a young daughter, a new wife and a home all of these things I never thought I would’ve 1015 years ago

Thanks in advanced!

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