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Which trade is better?

  • 27-04-2013 7:12pm
    #1
    DublinRescuer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 59 ✭✭


    Hi there

    Im not sure if this belongs here though i cant find anywhere else to place it.

    Im looking to join an apprenticeship in either motor mechanic or electrician and honestly cant find out which is better paid or secured work wise and Im hoping someone could give me a bit of advise. Its much appreciated.

    Thanks


Comments

  • #2
    martinedwards
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,045 ✭✭✭martinedwards


    people will always need both.

    I worry about the mechanic trade as there are so many cars now that need main dealer computer dongles to reset the dash at service etc that it's harder for the independant guy to survive.

    everyone is different, but personally, Id go spark.


  • #3
    Mr.Fred
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,055 ✭✭✭Mr.Fred


    A spark is better paid but I think if I were to do it all over again I'd have done an apprenticeship as a motor mechanic.

    Do something you have an interest in. I know a lot of mechanics employed and out the door with business and most of the sparks I know are unemployed or working over seas.

    You'll probably find it hard to even get an apprenticeship these days. If you're going to go the spark route try get an apprenticeship that'll include instrumentation.


  • #4
    spurious
    Moderators, Category Moderators, Education Moderators Posts: 27,315 CMod ✭✭✭✭spurious


    Moved to 'Work and Jobs'.


  • #5
    StillWaters
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,799 ✭✭✭StillWaters


    The latest report from Forfas which shows skills deficits (Skills for Manufacturing) now and in the future showed a growing need for toolmakers. That is what I would advise any bright, mechanically minded young person to train in.


  • #6
    Calgary22
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 451 ✭✭Calgary22


    None mate go to college. i have spent nearly the last 6 years as an apprentice electrician i just cant get qualified its utter hardship. Fas cant do much for us and there is just no work out there mate. if i could have my 6 years back i would have went to college. even if/when i get my papers i will have to emigrate. if you still intend on doing an apprenticeship i would only do one with a semi state company. i.e. bord na mona, esb, bus eireann, irish rail, where you will be at least guaranteed your 4 years. i wish you all the best. i hate to be negative but that's the truth there is between 3-5 K redundant apprentices now.


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