Lookingto start a career... Can you help?

[jonathan6007]

e is jonathan

I am 26 year old operational part time firefighter at margate who is looking to start a career as a plumber leading in gas and heating instillation.


My question is... what is the best possible route to take, to get my career started?


College course or apprentice?


I would ideally like an apprenticeship as there would be a job at the end of it all.


Are there any companies/ firms that are looking for apprentices in the kent area?
Or does anyone know of any companies looking to hire.


Thanks guys

 

[lame plumber]

youd be better going full time fireman at this point in time

 

[village idiot]

Contact British Gas. They are hiring.

Good luck with the career change.

 

[jtsplumbing]

See if you can go full time as a fireman, get a decent wage , plenty of time off, that's the time to do collage course, and like most firemen always doing private work ! I know cos my brother as been in the service for over 20 years, and a pretty good pension at the end, getting a start in the plumbing industry is a step backward just now, very poor wages , even worse if self employed, don't fall for those fast track outfits making all sorts of promises , in the real world doing this job its a fight for survival , The grass isn't greener on the other side, looking at the industry now I would get out if I could, but to old now to change, what have I got to show for years as a Plumber, Bad knees, bad back, and even worse bank balance.

 

[jonathan6007]

Thanks for the replies guys, there is no future withing the service at this point in time, they are looking to cut rather than employ.
I think a trade is still the right way but may have to look at other options?
Not looking to make millions, just fo be comfortable in life.

 

[jtsplumbing]

probably more money in Tiling and you haven't got the overheads us gas guys have.

 

[village idiot]

probably more money in Tiling and you haven't got the overheads us gas guys have.

The one thing I hate with a passion. Been doing the wet room now, and my knees are already complaining. But what I really hate about tiling is what it does to my nice soft hands.

 

[jonathan6007]

Great reply...

I do enjoy having soft hands I must say lol!

I just don't know what to do, it's a massive decision to make as I don't want it to be the wring one!

Thanks again!