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midlifecarpentry
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I'm a 40 year old family man living in Far north Queensland. The channel is about my journey to gain a Chippy (Carpentry) Apprenticeship and the years it takes to complete in Australia. First time RUclipsr so will constantly be learning and growing is this area too. Just going to have crack at sharing my experiences in an effort to help others make the decision to take up tools an get away from the desk.
Might even make some mates on the way. Build on legends.
Might even make some mates on the way. Build on legends.
First 5 tools for a Carpentry Apprentice. 3 of which are perfect for any Construction Apprentice.
Lets chat about some start up tools for the Construction Industry. These tools will also be handy for any DIYers.
Which 3 tools cover all Construction Trades?
Which 3 tools cover all Construction Trades?
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How does Theory work as an Apprentice?
Просмотров 242Месяц назад
Before I even started my apprenticeship I knew one way that theory was taught. Did have a clue there was other ways. Can you share your thoughts on theory too?
4th Year is here. Plus, time for an update it has been a minute.
Просмотров 5272 месяца назад
It's been a crazy few months. Always get a bit scattered on the channel when life is flat out. Open to some tips and ideas so stick them in the comments to help a lad out. :)
Should you become an Apprentice later in life? Over 20, over 30, over 40 or even over 50.
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.3 месяца назад
I became a first year Apprentice at 40 years of age. The changes to my life since making that decision have been awesome.
Cement Spaghetti. The best way to make it. How do you cut Fibre cement sheet?
Просмотров 4334 месяца назад
Check out my latest Video on cutting FC sheet, How do you cut it? It has been a while guys, had to get a bathroom finished as we had an increase in people at home. Came up a treat. Look forward to talking more about it next install. Build on legends.
What is Demo? Should you just swing a hammer and smash!
Просмотров 4536 месяцев назад
Join me as we chat about some different types of demolition. Plus another handy tip and a Nifty Tool shout. Build on Legends.
Being a Tradesperson is 40% Knowledge and 60% what? Plus 4 measuring tips for internals.
Просмотров 7547 месяцев назад
Being a Tradesperson is 40% Knowledge and 60% what? Plus 4 measuring tips for internals.
Best stuff for silicon work! Gotta use this.
Просмотров 4687 месяцев назад
Best stuff for silicon work! Gotta use this.
A Neighbor, a Poppy and a Legend smash out a Colourbond Fence install.
Просмотров 5987 месяцев назад
A Neighbor, a Poppy and a Legend smash out a Colourbond Fence install.
Fence Build Part 2, What is a running Measurement? And a goodbye to what has been.
Просмотров 3238 месяцев назад
Fence Build Part 2, What is a running Measurement? And a goodbye to what has been.
Is Cyclone Jasper going to destroy my new fence!!!
Просмотров 2548 месяцев назад
Is Cyclone Jasper going to destroy my new fence!!!
Demo day for new Colourbond Fence install. Part 1
Просмотров 2168 месяцев назад
Demo day for new Colourbond Fence install. Part 1
As I see it - First Impressions on the Bosch GBH18V-45C. I had an issue.
Просмотров 7409 месяцев назад
As I see it - First Impressions on the Bosch GBH18V-45C. I had an issue.
Tool Belt Setup. What is in my Tool belt as a 3rd year Apprentice Carpenter?
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Tool Belt Setup. What is in my Tool belt as a 3rd year Apprentice Carpenter?
How do you deal with something that is large and not Level?
Просмотров 49410 месяцев назад
How do you deal with something that is large and not Level?
If in doubt ask the question. Are you on the most current version?
Просмотров 58510 месяцев назад
If in doubt ask the question. Are you on the most current version?
Is this the new "Go To" saw for Carpenters? Even with Issues. I love this saw!
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.Год назад
Is this the new "Go To" saw for Carpenters? Even with Issues. I love this saw!
The most important thing about learning to become a Tradesperson.
Просмотров 872Год назад
The most important thing about learning to become a Tradesperson.
1.5 Years on Makita 40V XGT. Time to share.
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
1.5 Years on Makita 40V XGT. Time to share.
A Tool shout out on True and Plumb. What Level should you get?
Просмотров 353Год назад
A Tool shout out on True and Plumb. What Level should you get?
Using contact to Carpet Toyota Hiace Van Side Panels. Fit out. Part 5
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Using contact to Carpet Toyota Hiace Van Side Panels. Fit out. Part 5
Two 2nd year Apprentices working together equals a qualified trade person right?
Просмотров 629Год назад
Two 2nd year Apprentices working together equals a qualified trade person right?
What was the oddest job you had to do as an Apprentice? Tell me in the comments.
Просмотров 425Год назад
What was the oddest job you had to do as an Apprentice? Tell me in the comments.
A Tool shout out on a 4x Fold tool for use in different applications.
Просмотров 234Год назад
A Tool shout out on a 4x Fold tool for use in different applications.
A Tool shout out on the "Gratest" tool for plasterboard work.
Просмотров 157Год назад
A Tool shout out on the "Gratest" tool for plasterboard work.
From nothing to one of the chicest buildings ever. Come see how we did it. 😁
Просмотров 280Год назад
From nothing to one of the chicest buildings ever. Come see how we did it. 😁
A Tool shout out on a tool you'll want to keep the cap in place.
Просмотров 183Год назад
A Tool shout out on a tool you'll want to keep the cap in place.
Will do favours for tool vouchers 😉. Plus an important thing before you become an Apprentice!!
Просмотров 307Год назад
Will do favours for tool vouchers 😉. Plus an important thing before you become an Apprentice!!
The Buckaroo Bespoke Nail Bag. Review and detailed look over.
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The Buckaroo Bespoke Nail Bag. Review and detailed look over.
Do you intend to go out solo? Maybe go builder route? If you can go back, would you pick electrical/plumbing instead?
I wish I had been a carpenter
Im 10 seconds into your video and I had to pause it really quick to ask, do you or do you have someone edit your video? The reason Im asking is the music in all these types of videos are just terrible, jazz on a Tuesday night coffee shop, type terrible and Im curious as to who makes the music and who chooses it and why? I understand it may be cheap to purchase this stuff, but man. Sorry, Im just a sour musician who is 40 and trying to become a carpenter myself. I think I should go back to playing and recording music.
Shoulda been a sparky apprentice mate....
I'm 48. Is it crazy to think I should have a crack at a building/carpentry apprenticeship?
Anything is possible mate. Just gotta find the opportunity.
I love your videos, thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience. I’ve been in the police for over 8 years, 7 years in NZ & 1 year remote in the NT. Applying for a carpentry trade has been on my heart for a long time now so just trying to pray and plan on what I should do next as I’ve got a very young family and will be quite a change. Thanks again for sharing your journey.
Glad you like them. It has been a journey.
Brilliant, thanks so much for those measurements, well done! The load length and distance between the wheel arches was critical info me me, cheers.
No worries mate.
how height did you make your platform to suit your drop saw?
Ill do a little short on this topic if you like. From memory around 500mm.
Mine is a different brand but a single thickness of the ruler is 5mm and when doubled it's 10mm 👍
Heaps handy hey. Love the ruler.
Nahh all that needs to be company provided
In the ideal world yes mate. I agree. Think most bigger companies cover this gear. Smaller guys not so much.
If you’re like me you’ll end up with 5 of each item in no time 😂
Yer never hurts to have spares. Think I got 3 8m tapes on board. 1 new the others average. Hahaha
Too true! Yeah the 8m Fatmax are the best. A 10m comes in handy too.
At my White card course the instructor said it's as dangerous as asbestos, it just doesn't have regulations surrounding it yet..
Silica is nasty stuff. Keeping dust down is a must.
Great list! Thanks for the info.
No worries.
This is the only van in range which allows 8by4 sheets on edge
I've gotten 2700mm x 1350mm sheets laying flat bed before. Needed to shift seats abit. But it fits.
In the past tape measures have fallen off when placed on the front like that. Are you finding that issue?
Ill ask Jayden about it mate and let you know.
I'm a 2nd year apprentice at 37 on my third career
Awesome mate. Gotta keep growing and learning hey.
@@midlifecarpentry 💯💯
No matter how long your in the trade you always learn something new haha, Legend cheers mate 🤙
Absolutely mate. 100%
Hiace best van ever built not available unfortunately in Europe anymore
Nearly 2 years in of owning it. Bloody impressed with it. So dam comfortable.
I'm 33 and I generally despise working with an apprentice my age or similar. Probably sounds bad but tough shit that you have an old injury playing rugby or whatever, if I'm older than you and outworking you, if you can't do it then why would you expect to get paid 2x as much as some green 18yr old that can do it?? Fuck em right their
Fair comment mate. Can see where you are coming from. Have you had a few issues in this area? Do you reckon something like a health check for older folks to check all their bits work good before starting a trade is an idea? In saying that young ones can have issues too I guess.
Can you do a video on top tools for someone getting into carpentry as an 1st year apprentice
Reckon next one mate. Think I have covered this in the past but will revisit, never hurts to freshen things up. Did you want me to work from a tool budget or something for you?
So I'm a 27-year-old nurse in New Zealand, don't really wanna do nursing anymore. Would I be okay trying to get an apprenticeship if I literally know nothing about carpentry? Do they teach you from scratch I mean?
Hi Mate, being honest is key, I think. Let all involved know you know nothing. Getting taught from scratch is the idea, regardless of age. Keep us all posted.
My favourite way is score and snap knife, but usually cut with the fc cutters.
Has its moments. Bit easier to carry in a nail bag. 😁
I got sponserbiliries now 😂
Thanks bro. I am a kiwi builder, early 50's looking to change thing's up for comfort more then anything. Dont want to waste money so on a research mission.
Holstery mate. Still carry two Magnets on my belt. Have done for a year or two now. Also have the tool clip.
Keep it up mate! Love the videos and the journey
Thanks mate.
4th year! Wow! Keep it up! I'm continuing on my journey. Got some practical classes for my Cert 2 Electrotechnology course this week! Then will be one step closer to getting that apprenticeship!
Nice work!! Sometimes you just gotta make a start then keep things rolling.
What were you doing before you started the apprentiship? What pay should we expect as an old apprentice mid 30s first year in Melbourne?
I was in sales before I started. So yer big cut in the pay packet. As for pay for you mate, I'm not sure hey. It will vary depending on employer. At a guess thinking it would be around that 25 to 28 an hour. Biggest thing is to really look at your spending in detail and work out a budget. You know where you stand then.
Какой год производства автомобиля?
Sorry, Not sure what you are asking?
Thanks for a great vid! It sounds like an exciting journey with both ups and downs. Im looking to go into a apprenticeship myself, but i am scared since i have no experience what so ever with carpentery. However i have a dream of becoming a great carpenter so i just have to go for it 100% and work my ass off.
Just gotta hook in hey mate. Roll with the days as they come.
Your video 2 years ago about this topic versus this one is shocking. You look and sound x10 better 😂
HAHA as in better camera and mic? Or I'm getting old good?
That tape holster needs to go on the back or something just watching is annoying me positioned there. Suspenders look good I don’t see the hype with this product though.
You got half of Bunnings on that belt 😂
How old are you at this time?
Hi Mate, from memory I had just turned or was about to turn 40.
I just bought the flex stack pack drawers system. It’s so solid. These makita systems look cheap as heck
Did you do any sort of pre trade?
I didn't no. In saying that though I did stuff back at school (a little while back). And mucked around with Reno's on a home I own in the past. Is that what you wanted to know?
@@midlifecarpentry Yeah thanks mate. I worked as a trade assistant for 2 years before joining the military, but I'm finding the military isn't giving me the experience I wanted, so I'm looking at getting an apprenticeship but I'm a little worried I'll have trouble as I haven't done a pre trade. Thanks for your feedback.
what lube do you use ?
if only you could get a tradesman to teach you, most where i live are a holes who want you to pay them.
Such a shame to hear that mate. Not many options where you are? I'm extremely thankful for the guys I have worked around over the past few years. Kicked me up the bum and taught me when needed.
How do I apply for a carpenter job
Are you a Carpenter (Qualified) or you looking for an Apprenticeship to become one?
@@midlifecarpentry I’m looking for an apprenticeship
@@Sucrae228 I'm pretty sure I have an installment on the channel that covers that. Has a few tips that might help.
@@midlifecarpentry ok thank you
That very nice work!!!! I am amaze by your work!!!!!
Funny, this video popped up in my feed after I started considering an apprenticeship at the age of 50! And I never even searched for a single video on the subject.:)
..... 🤔 old youtube listening to our thoughts now..... what trade you thinking?
Carpentry
I found your channel when you first began and I identified with you! At the time I was living in Mexico, working as a teacher. But that was not what I really wanted. I have always wanted to get into a trade, but in Mexico trades pay very poorly and there is no room for advancement. Fast forward to today, I'm 42 going on 43, my family and I have moved to Sydney, I have retired from teaching, and I am now studying my Cert II Electrotechnology pre-apprenticeship course. I hope to get a electrical apprenticeship this year. Thanks for your videos! Keep it up!
All the best with it mate. Keep us all posted.
Too old*
Well now. That is embarrassing.
Thanks so much for posting this! I’m a 38 year old artist and I’m in the process of joining the carpenters union. I’ve had my interview and skills assessment and I’m eager to start working!
Awesome mate. Life changing. Get stuck in.
when will makita ever upgrade their system, I'm jealous of all the festool boys, but that stuff is way too expensive for me and I'd like to collect the same brand of tools and not have a bunch of different brands 😅
100% mate. However I do like the price on the Makpacs. Apart from the clip issue they seem to be ok.
cat's paw? in canada it's called a FU-bar, usually used when you need a correction. where's the chalk line?
FU bar. I like that. Honestly though gets used alot for demo works. And the chalk line is very much a staple for me these days. I did another in my tool built vid now I'm 3rd year. A few things changed. :)
What type of draw runners did you use ??
Red Cat mate. Think they were the 1500mm ones. Still going ok. Just need to keep lubed up every now and then.
Hey man, thanks for the content. I am currently looking to do a mature age apprenticeship being 32 years old and this is definitely insight I want to see and know. I realise this was done 2 years ago but keen to watch your journey.
Thanks mate. Next Video is about why I became a 40 year old Carpentry Apprentice now its been 3 years. In summary, It's life changing.
Love those shears mate, was that sped up ?😉
Nah....... It's the pace I work when wearing those shirts 😜
I’m 24 and about to go into the trades in the big ol US of A.
Hook in mate and have fun.
Hm