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Electrical IBEW Aptitude Test: What is This Test?

Becoming an electrician or lineman, you’ll take the IBEW Apprenticeship test. It’s an aptitude test to move on to an interview! What is it?

Working in the trades is tough, it’s physical, but it doesn’t have to tear your body apart. Here’s how to stay healthy in the trades!

Looking to get started in the trades? May be wondering; trade school OR apprenticeship! What’s the difference & what’s right for you?

Fire Resistant clothing is essential in the lineman trade. DragonWear FR changes the game with Pro Dry® Tech! Read & learn more here.

Getting into a competitive skilled trade (like the lineman trade) comes with some high expectations! What are they? Read & learn more here!

A skilled trade apprenticeship can be tough! What are 3 things to consider as a blue collar apprentice? Read & learn more here!

What are 5 harsh realities about working in the blue collar world? Is it REALLY worth it? Read & learn more here!

What are the 4 types of blue collar apprentices? These apprentice types reflect the kind of apprentice you are! Read & learn more here!

Want to get into the lineman trade? What is going to help you more: real world experience or line school? Read & learn more here!

What is that green box in your front yard that seems to make a humming noise? That’s a padmount transformer! Read & learn more here!

What is the cost of pursing a lineman career? Working on the road, work demand, away from family? Read & learn more here!

Becoming an electrician is a great skilled trade to get into. How do you get started? Learn these 6 steps. Read & learn more here!

Should you pursue a college degree or a blue collar career? Do you need a class A CDL to be a groundman? Read & learn more here!

Lineman pay. How much does a IBEW Journeyman Lineman make a week, working 50 hours? Read & learn more here!

Electrical safety tips for anyone. Learn the critical rules & procedures necessary to be safe. Read & learn more here!