I helped out my apprentice, he couldn’t afford to get what he needed. He told me he would pay me X amount of dollars per week and I told him to put that money back in his pocket that it was on me.
That’s how you make loyal employees. My boss is a cheapass even when our tires are completely bald he takes months to replace. I told my coworker to not take that BS but he’s kind of a pushover. I would’ve and have quit for much less, on the spot.
@@peepeepoopoo1399 i got lucky and got some old union boys as owners from before they became shit. hell i got retirement and bonuses and all that now. been at my company 6 years and dont plan on leaving any time soon. without the covid bullshit where we paid people to sit at home, and over man jobs. i would be be doing a lot better... but when i need help theyre always there. plus i love most of our employees like family. and the owners will bend over backwards for the loyal of us. godsend to find a good place to call home am i right? hope you can help your employer be better or find a better place.
Howdy I'm a second generation electrican and last year I was diagnosed with stage 2 brain cancer. On May 27th 2021 I had brain surgery and they said there was a 66.6% chance I wouldn't get up. They took a softball size chunk from my temperal lobe BUT LAST WEDNESDAY I FOUND OUT IM FINALLY IN REMISSION!!! AND IVE HIT THE GROUND RUNNIN. I'm already back to doin electrical work full time. I appreciated this video bc I just bought all of it again last week ha. Grew up on Milwaukee but recently I've switched to RIGID and it's killin it for me. They've got a solid line out right now. And I just started checkin out your videos yesterday. Keep up the good work and make the MOST OF EVERYDAY BUD.
I'm 70 years old & been retired 3 years and still purchasing toys mean toools. Not much room in my tool cart 2 large tool chest and a few milk crates for more tools. Every year they come out with a few great time saving tools.
Years ago klein made what was called an electricians hammer. Distance between head & handle was more then 21/8" to hammer roofing nails to secure deep 4 by 4" ( 1900 box ) & deep octagon boxes. Been over 35 years since I used nails to secure such boxes. Easier with cordless drill and some screws with large heads.
I took $150 to harbor freight and got myself through the first year of my apprenticeship. As I upgrade, my original kit goes into a bag for the apprentices I get. Gotta start off the good ones right
@@WolfieLovesDaddydewalt is stronger for what we do. me and my brother have tested this. hes had his main tools replaced twice. m18 hammer drill(small) and impact, while mine still run strong. i even almost burned my hand on the chuch on #3 clutch today teaching my apprentice about torque settings... and mine is a 5 year old model(tiny hammer drill)
It's nice to finally see Klein sold at hardware stores. For decades, you had to go to the electrical supply to shop for Klein. Back then, 40yrs ago, before Klein was big into screwdrivers... Sears Craftsman was the typical choice made .. gotta love the "no questions asked" lifetime unlimited warranty. Plus, nothing bounces like the old Craftsman slotted screwdrivers. Bounces... as in playing around, bouncing them directly back into your hand. Once learned, you'll never forget it.
I've been watching your videos and while I'm at the job I throw in my pods and listen. I've been an electrician for 13 years and you still teach me good ideas and tips. Keep it up brother.
The Milwaukee pen light is MONEY! It's a warmer and more natural color. It eliminates the fatigue I've noticed I would have every now and then from my eyes adjusting back and forth. It has a cushioned battery cap that makes it comfortable to mouth. I KNOW holding stuff in my teeth is not good dental care/hygiene but I do every now and then. It lasted about 6-8 months before it was chewed through. So I grabbed a pack of shrink tube and badabing badaboom... Back in action!
i loved doing electrical. in 2009 after a few layoffs i got my CDL best decision i ever made. the world need electricians but is not paying them well enough. thanks for what you do.
Commercial electric makes all of those at an affordable price. In fact I know they have them in a convenient package for a fraction of that cost. Those are name brand and good tools for a journeyman making jw money. But for an apprentice making min wage and trying to figure out if they even like the trade and want to keep going, it’s better to start out w the least expensive way. Besides, no one steals your tools if they’re the cheapest out there.
With some of those cheap tools, they break, don't stay sharp, or whatever. When they break or get lost or stolen, it gives me an excuse to buy the tools I really want. 😅 And with some things, you don't need super expensive tools. The $1.99 Harbor Freight screwdrivers work just fine.
you bought pretty much all the tools that come in the klein tools starter kit that we get as new students in the electrician program im in right now lol. we're lucky enough that our school is partnered with elliot electric so we get a student discount there.
If you want some reasonably high quality tools that won't hurt your wallet so much I think Doyle from Harbor Freight has some solid offerings. Husky and Kobalt aren't bad either. Of course if you have the money to spend US and German made tools are generally about as good as it gets.
My dad has been a plumber for all my life and his toolbox is more than extensive. I’ve been on more Lowe’s trips than I could ever count, so I know tools can get really expensive, but I just got accepted into my local electrician’s Union and seeing how much those tools were just drove home how much I’m about to be spending and can barely afford 😅😅
Yeah, the jm won't expect you to have the best tools, but you will need a full kit. Buy middle of the road decent stuff. Because you can upgrade as you progress and if you end up not liking the job, the middle of the road stuff you bought will be good enough for your home use. I'm in my mid 40's and have stepped up to what I really want and need as well as what makes things easier and faster. Best of luck to you!!!
Get glow in dark sticks.. That little bit comes in handy. Done with ryobi.. Batteries dont last. I use m12 with 2.0 batteries (keep light) for trade and m18 at home.
2.0's don't last that long or have that much power. My m12 fuel impact driver was slow at driving 3 inch wood screws. Putting a xc 4.0 increased the power and it could drive 3 inch wood screws no problem and last all day.
@@darrenwoloshyn agree.. But my use is light duty. If i have to drill concrete or cut.. I have larger 4.0's. Nice not to have big battery hanging. Home use see's more construction type work.. So m18.
@@darrenwoloshyn dewalt by default.. i know know this problem you complain about. ill rough anything you need me to on 2 batteries in 2 drills, i can give you 10 hours work with it and i mean resi or commercial
@@darrenwoloshyn m12 drivers are not great for driving long screws like that into wood. Super slow even with the 6ah battery. It's prefect for doing small tasks like sheet metal screws in HVAC. I have both m12 and m18 and they both have perks.
So, my apprentice kit came with the standard blue Klein strippers, and when i wore them out i went to get another pair and noticed all the ones at depot now are the chunky handle type. I don't care for that style much, so after some poking around, i bought a set from my local city electric, same as the blue handle ones, but they GLOW IN THE DARK!!! I can drop them in an attic and find them! lol. Being a mechanic for 20 years before becoming an apprentice (3rd year currently) I am known to carry a lot of useful tools in my backup bag that most guys don't usually carry. From security torx bits to ratchet wrenches, I'm usually well prepared :)
About to start my first year apprenticeship with a local. They delayed the start date for us because of COVID, I have been getting schooled here over the last few months. Thanks for your content. Very helpful!
That is a very good set up! When I was an apprentice I basically spent all my money on every klein tool I thought I might possibly use or looked cool lol
When I was an apprentice I used the commercial electric brand tools. Right next to the klein section in Canadian home depots. The linesmans were like 1/3 the cost of jourmeyman series kleins.... hurt a lot less to lose or blow up a couple pairs haha
Been working at a manufacturing plant for 4 years since high school as a laborer and they just offered me an industrial electrician job when I get out of college next May. This video was perfect since they’re giving me up to $500 reimbursement for tools to get started. Thanks for the video!
I’m a 3 year apprentice but I’m just curious to what he’s going to say, one of my favorite tools in my bag is my Klein 11 in 1 screwdriver. I really like the Milwaukee needle nose strippers, as well
When I started as an apprentice, I want to say my shopping spree bill was around $250 back in 2007. I didn't get any power tools or PPE though. My Klein tool plier set was almost exactly what you selected. Instead of the combo drivers I opted for individual Klein screw/nut drivers as I picked out a belt style tool bag and didn't want to fish for different bits. For extras I got a cheap hammer, measuring tape, and then used the rest on a voltage indicator pen. Can't remember if I bought a volt meter or not - pretty sure I didn't as they had those for use in electrical trades school. I'd say your gift was very generous and he was happy to get it! Klein is a great brand. I still have most of my nut drivers and also the pliers (Linemans, Side cutters, and line crimpers) all still work fantastically. I lost the wire strippers though. However, my lineman's have a small 12 gauge hole blew out in the cutter section from my second year in trade school. I was unknowingly cutting live wire when BOOM! It sure did wake me up and I haven't done that since then lol
Wow, so much stuff. I am wiring 6 level hotel with electrical tape, knife, pliers, spirit level, one screwdriver which is perfect for terminal screws, Phillips, and fits square head wood screws as well. It all fits 2 pockets. When I see apprentices with toolbelt around them full of staff they are not going to use, my back hurts for them. Use as few tools as possible and still be able to do your job is the key in this trade.
Yes, I am going to be that guy… 8:08 Did you really just pick up a waffle maker hammer for an electrical apprentice? They are going to put waffle marks in Romex cabling when they miss the staple.
Thanks for the vids man. 3 month apprentice after being a chef for 12 years. Complete new world. But I’m loving it. Working an industrial meat plant right now. It’s super fun I’m digging it
Went out and purchased a kliens electric testing kit that also had a circuit locator. It was amazing how incorrect my breaker box was mislabeled! I was able to correctly label all my circuits, and I also have the ability to test all my outlets now as well. It's relieves my anxiety about rewiring some of my outlets during our home renovation.
Just got into the trade with a reputable electric company. Can’t wait to start learning a lot and then eventually start my apprenticeship one day through them
I’ve did construction for 20 years, I was also a licensed electrician. 2 things I wanted add: Stake on Tool & check the hardness of the linesman. I have 3 Klein’s linesmen Pliers: 99 (from when I graduated trade school) 00 which is case hardened and cuts bolts and 01 which is the same as the 00 model but I cut a live line with the 00 and blew a hole through it.
A journeyman I worked with for about a year, told me he gave every apprentice that got good grades, a free tool. I maintained a A+ average and my reward was anything of my choice. So I picked a used Klein reamer because he had two of them and never used the old one. It’s been 3 years, I still use it almost every day and haven’t lost it yet 😂 it’s one of the few tools besides my first pair of Klein’s that I’ve managed to hold onto
As a network engineer secondly - fish sticks are great for running wire where drywall or ceiling tiles (on a raised roof) have already been placed; they also make for a yummy snack at lunch, mmmmm fiberglass, my fav
I worked with a master electrician that used a Ryobi - first gen yellow ones, not brushless or anything but definitely not the old blue ones. He had the drill, sawzall, and the flashlight. It served him pretty well for a good long time. I was more than surprised.
For a guy with huge hands a set of needle nose with a small and narrow jaw can be amazingly useful when doing low voltage and dealing with cat 5e punch downs and minicoms.
He is getting a non-profit set up with a set of electrical tools that he is donating to them, that they will never use cause they contract out ticketed trades jobs. Probably would of researched this non-profit first and got them stuff they actually need. Its the thought that counts tho I guess...
Funny thing when we got our apprentice tool package, the bloody Klein hammer was the most expensive tool for the union list of req tools. The school had a deal with the wholesaler for pre-made tool packages. $60cdn for that damn hammer lol
my most commonly used electrical tool is a set of cutting / crimping pliers. I'm in industrial maintenance though, so a lot of our components come with pre-stripped leads. Reed switches, sensors, etc. but they always need terminals.
I usually recommend my green plumbing apprentices to go to harbor freight to buy their hand tools. There super cheap just incase they decided trade work isn't for them.
Klein boxing hammer? That's real nice of you help out the new guys. When I was an apprentice, my first boss bought my first set of tools. To this day, here's what I have as hand tools self contained in my "tools": Klein belt, white leather Klein tool pouch for hand tools and Stanly leather bag with a hammer loop for the other side. Klein linesmen with tape puller (N9ETP I think) Klein angled side cutters Klein needle nose--the big ones Two pairs of Vise-Grip channel locks If I'm doing houses I carry a pair of T&B crimp plyers Lennox torpedo level Klein keyhole saw Klein hook knife Large Klein slotted beater screwdriver. Medium Klein slotted Medium Klein Philips Small Klein offset (squiggly) screwdriver for trim plates I use the smallest Klein strippers, the one's that require finesse Whatever induction tester that is working I still carry a Square D Wiggy in a Klein leather pouch. Klein boxing hammer Anything beyond basic hand tools I carry in your typical Klein bag or the the cases they came in. Hacksaw Drills Sockets Wrenches and sofourth. I haven't had to make a living as an electrician for 30 years now but I still do side jobs from time to time and my ancient tool bag still hangs on a hook in my shop ready to go out the door.
This is gonna be so helpful, whenever I go out to get the tools. I'm about to go work at Jeep for awhile until I get some more money then im gonna head out to get it
High leverage which means the pivot point is in a different place than other lineman's pliers. Also get the D series so it won't get damaged while cutting harder metals.
I personally have 2 flathead screw drivers. One is a 4" demo with a 5/16th tip and one is a 6" long 1/4" tip with a wire bender. The demo is good for destroying stuff and punching out knockouts while the 1/4" tip wont scratch up plates like the 5/16th does. Ones for rough-in and ones for trim-out in other words. I also just use my extension as a 1/4" nut driver.
@@self2self9 i use a 10 oz stiletto for everyday resi work. I love it and would recommend it to anyone willing to spend around 100 bucks on a quality hammer.
I carry 2 sets since I do both electrical and low voltage stuff, Low Voltage: Smaller skinners/strippers, smaller pair of linemans, an ideal screwdriver with wire nut tightener, a small multi-tip tweaker and a dottie security screwdriver, small flush cuts for tie wraps Electric: Larger skinners (since they commonly have a portion to cut screws), standard linemans. ideal screwdriver with wire nut tightener, 2 sets of channelocks (420 for reaming conduit and 430s), and a pair of standard diagonal cutters, and a pair of small flush cuts for tie wraps. Oh and DeWalt for life.
The XR, LXT, Octane and Fuel lines are just their brushless lines. It means they're more efficient, but doesn't necessarily mean they're "better" tools. Still good tools, just have different weak points and benefits 🙂
Be nice to know that they went for a sturdier gear box to go with that, but if they don't brag that they did, it seems doubtful. Shame, because that would be a real selling feature.
I'm an apprentice, I was given a bunch of tools from my training center, but I wanted to add just a couple of my own additions that I was not given nor mentioned in this video. A 4 size ratchet combo for strapping strut straps (I'm doing inside wiremen in commercial), and a dial level that Milwaukie makes, in home depot I found it in the "Tools" (general) section. So far in my apprenticeship, most of my bends have been at 30, 45, 60, or 90's, but once in a while you're in tight spot and getting a 10 degree bend or 25 or whatever else does come in handy!
Homedepot sells an Apprentice’s Electrical set under the their house brand Commercial Electric. It comes with a tote bag, various hand tools, pair of lineman’s and so forth. That’s what I started with I still use many of those tools to this day. I paid about $70 and I think it runs close to $100 now but it’s worth it. That set is normally at the bottom of the shelf right below all of the Klein tools. If you’re just starting out, you won’t regret it.
I like the 12v impact driver to keep in my pouch while I'm working. It's compact & light weight. I use my M18 if I'm driving a lot of screws into wood.
Whoa! I just saw Lakeline Blvd Home Depot on your receipt! I’m in Leander, TX and will be starting my apprenticeship this month!! Super excited to start my career.
my grandfather took me to the supply house.. i was so proud.. my grand father wasnt able to so i took my brother. there happened to be a display of chopping guns. from a small hammer drill to a full on jack hammer.. i get the middle one i make my brother hold it over his head in the chopping position. i said "welcome to the business.. for you youngins in the day we laid galvanized pipe in the deck and if it was out of the wall you chopped the concrete back and with a hickey you bent the conduit into the wall... or if a deck box got full of concrete you would have to chip it out. hard dirty work worthy of a new apprentice
Master plumber here. This dude is telling the help to go buy brand new quality tools when they don’t make much money starting out. As an apprentice I had better/more tools than some of the plumbers I worked with. I shop around and bought pretty much everything second hand at a fraction of the cost. Plus the help isn’t used to keeping up with tools so they’ll lose that shit most of the time. I didn’t really need to buy anything new until I had been in the field for about 5-6 years.
Sorry about the horrible stuff you guys have to deal with as far as customers. The stealing, using stuff and returning it(even paint), the jerks who scatter the stock willy nilly, the jerks who toss their garbage in the parking lot, etc, etc.
I'm just amazed that none of the screwdrivers had insulation running from the handle to the tip. In Australia all of our 1000v rated tools are insulated to the tip
Good for you and Australia, i guess it'd be a shame to be off'd by electricity when you have plenty of other creatures that can do it more interestingly.
Klein has insulation all the way to the tip.and is rated 1000 volts also. You can see them in the top right corner when looking at the klein tools. It's bright bright orange
Love the specialty Husky flashlights, the flex and flip work lights. They’re extremely versatile and are useful in most situations. I’d stay away from the regular flashlights from both Milwaukee and Husky unless you’re buying the M12 or M18 lights as they’re more expensive than great flashlights you can find from other brands
Glad you added the 7 in 1 nut driver. I work in HVAC and I haven't found a nut it couldn't crack since it has that wrench assist. I call it my "Nut Buster".
I just received an email from my local. Just got accepted. They sent a list: 8” Screw driver · Pliers - Cutting to 8’ · Hammer - Straight Claw · 2 Pliers- Channel Locks · Tool Pouch · 6’ Rule · Knife · Pencil Thanks to Dustin, I purchased way more than what's on this list. Can't wait to get started! Thanks Dustin for the info! You sir are the man!
Every tradesman should own a multi tool. Rips through sheetrock and lumber. And with the carbide blade I do my cut outs for add a boxes in stucco. This tool is a real goto tool.
I'm an old man with more experience in general than this guy(not more as an electrician), but I'd say overall, so far, he's on point. Good job, good video, good guy.
I’m from the U.K. but I want to work in the US and do electrical work still figuring a way to study US installation but in the meantime I watch your videos and it helps a lot thank you
In the future, may be worth contacting the store ahead of time and asking for permission to film there. As it's a private business, they could ask you to leave for filming. If you get permission first, it makes everything go smoother and could help establish a good relationship for the future.
I am not an electrician but Electronics Technician. But there was an article I ran across on Brush Motor Drills and Brush-less Drill motors. Among other evaluations There was a mentioned of Brush-less Motors use less current and have more torque than Bush Motors . And because of that they conserve battery power.Just my two cents. Even us in electronics need the same tools but on a slightly smaller size. If you ever need a soldering Iron You might to also consider a resistance solder kit. You can use it on larger metal connections and even Metal chassis. The units use contact tweezers for circuit-cards or larger ones for metals that are just like heat sinks. The Idea being that large connectors require more time to heat up to solder melting temperatures than the resistance type. Also if you are working in side of a chassis that has multiple wires You have a better chance of not burning the insulation of the wires. Its much faster too! Good illustration Video!
I think this shows that even going pretty top end with the hand tools still is fairly reasonable. Auto mechanics can only wish they could start in the hundreds for their tools.
I've always said buy cheap to get a large range of sizes/wrenchs/sockets/etc when starting out and pretty quick you'll find which tools get used the most and replace those as needed when you've got budget or they break with higher quality. Plus you can usually get even the cheapos exchanged to keep as a spare. Sucks to spend money on tools that you know are gonna get phased out but sucks even more to not have any tool when you need some random socket or whatever. Of course don't cheap out on something that could pose a safety hazard like a shitty torque wrench or improperly insulated electrical tools.
@@draaks1 There's also the point that a lot of the tools an apprentice would need are also useful around the house anyway. I've considered setting up a subset of those tools just because I know I'd use them. Now I'd probably not get top of the line. The one place to absolutely not cheap out are cutters. If I can't cut a screw or steel wire without damaging the blades they are useless.
There is a 5 piece m12 kit that is a perfect stating point especially when paired with a 6ah xc battery. It doesn't have a hammer drill but it does have a drill driver, impact, hackzall, 3/8 ratchet, light and 2 1.5ah batteries. The kit is under $300 CAD. It is what I got to start and then added a m18 brushless impact and hammer drill with 2 2ah batteries. Definitely needed more power for some things but the m12 sets kick ass. I have since also got the crown stapler, multi-tool, compressor, and rotory tool.
Love the videos. Just saying i know im low voltage but i like the milwaukee jab saws better, 6-in-1 vs 11 in 1, ive never used the stubbie but i did but the m12 installer drill. (Verdict is still out on that one.) Plus TEAM READ all the way! Got everything i use in packout, plus the roller is great for trips to and from the van. The mini light has a good illumination plus its got a rubber end so it doesnt tear into your teeth. Idk just my two cents.
I've had nothing but a bad time with Milwaukee tools but I've had Ridgid for years of doing contraction and being a mechanic and they have never stopped working
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I helped out my apprentice, he couldn’t afford to get what he needed.
He told me he would pay me X amount of dollars per week and I told him to put that money back in his pocket that it was on me.
That’s how you make loyal employees. My boss is a cheapass even when our tires are completely bald he takes months to replace. I told my coworker to not take that BS but he’s kind of a pushover. I would’ve and have quit for much less, on the spot.
Good man.
Pay it forward, its builds loyalty.
That's pretty awesome.
@@peepeepoopoo1399 i got lucky and got some old union boys as owners from before they became shit. hell i got retirement and bonuses and all that now. been at my company 6 years and dont plan on leaving any time soon. without the covid bullshit where we paid people to sit at home, and over man jobs. i would be be doing a lot better... but when i need help theyre always there. plus i love most of our employees like family. and the owners will bend over backwards for the loyal of us. godsend to find a good place to call home am i right? hope you can help your employer be better or find a better place.
Howdy I'm a second generation electrican and last year I was diagnosed with stage 2 brain cancer. On May 27th 2021 I had brain surgery and they said there was a 66.6% chance I wouldn't get up. They took a softball size chunk from my temperal lobe BUT LAST WEDNESDAY I FOUND OUT IM FINALLY IN REMISSION!!! AND IVE HIT THE GROUND RUNNIN. I'm already back to doin electrical work full time. I appreciated this video bc I just bought all of it again last week ha. Grew up on Milwaukee but recently I've switched to RIGID and it's killin it for me. They've got a solid line out right now. And I just started checkin out your videos yesterday. Keep up the good work and make the MOST OF EVERYDAY BUD.
Who else addicted to buying tools
You know it!
I'm 70 years old & been retired 3 years and still purchasing toys mean toools. Not much room in my tool cart 2 large tool chest and a few milk crates for more tools. Every year they come out with a few great time saving tools.
Stay away from all tools safety & test equipment made in cheating lack of quality control scum bag communist china.
I have a habit of always looking at Milwaukee tools when I go to Home Depot😂
Years ago klein made what was called an electricians hammer. Distance between head & handle was more then 21/8" to hammer roofing nails to secure deep 4 by 4" ( 1900 box ) & deep octagon boxes. Been over 35 years since I used nails to secure such boxes. Easier with cordless drill and some screws with large heads.
I took $150 to harbor freight and got myself through the first year of my apprenticeship. As I upgrade, my original kit goes into a bag for the apprentices I get. Gotta start off the good ones right
That's awesome man, good on you for looking out for the future of the trade you're in.
Feel the pain once when you buy it, or feel the pain every time you use it
@@Mack_Dingo where is the video taken
@@Mack_Dingo yup, buy once cry once.
@@jeremynguyen2346 i think lowes or home depot
After a year and a half of watching your videos I finally start my apprenticeship tomorrow. This channel has been very helpful making this decision.
Best of luck!
Even for beginners/apprentice, just buy Milwaukee Fuel M18/12 line. Buy once, cry once.
i checked the price point at hd atm is spot on and i wld agree
Milwaukee or Dewalt are the way to go.
@@WolfieLovesDaddydewalt is stronger for what we do. me and my brother have tested this. hes had his main tools replaced twice. m18 hammer drill(small) and impact, while mine still run strong. i even almost burned my hand on the chuch on #3 clutch today teaching my apprentice about torque settings... and mine is a 5 year old model(tiny hammer drill)
@@andrewstoner4355 i love my dewalt miter saw. Its a hot knife thru a stick of butter.
Rigid is lifetime warranty including batteries but I still have the Milwaukee platform for the hacksaw and specialty tools rigid doesn’t make
A roll of 12-2 Romex and a few 2x4s would've probably cost you more than those tools.
It’s crazy how expensive shit got
Not so bad, now, at least with the 2x4s. I paid under $3, less than half of what it was before. Romex was $150/250ft.
It's nice to finally see Klein sold at hardware stores.
For decades, you had to go to the electrical supply to shop for Klein.
Back then, 40yrs ago, before Klein was big into screwdrivers... Sears Craftsman was the typical choice made .. gotta love the "no questions asked" lifetime unlimited warranty.
Plus, nothing bounces like the old Craftsman slotted screwdrivers. Bounces... as in playing around, bouncing them directly back into your hand. Once learned, you'll never forget it.
I've been watching your videos and while I'm at the job I throw in my pods and listen. I've been an electrician for 13 years and you still teach me good ideas and tips. Keep it up brother.
The Milwaukee pen light is MONEY! It's a warmer and more natural color. It eliminates the fatigue I've noticed I would have every now and then from my eyes adjusting back and forth. It has a cushioned battery cap that makes it comfortable to mouth. I KNOW holding stuff in my teeth is not good dental care/hygiene but I do every now and then. It lasted about 6-8 months before it was chewed through. So I grabbed a pack of shrink tube and badabing badaboom... Back in action!
I will have to try the heat shrink trick. I bit through mine long ago.
Your Home Depot has so much more selection than the one here in Asheville,Nc. Since covid hit they cant get any inventory stocked back up
My buddy works at that store, but both of them in Spartanburg SC Is pretty well stocked.
It more supply than most hd
My Home Depots have plenty of tools, it is romex, pvc and plastic boxes they dont have
My store in Ny is short on stock alot. quite a few pro electricians visit my store for their tools.
@@HardHeadMilitary It’s because companies are looking to home depot for their supply, it’s low everywhere.
i loved doing electrical. in 2009 after a few layoffs i got my CDL best decision i ever made. the world need electricians but is not paying them well enough. thanks for what you do.
Commercial electric makes all of those at an affordable price. In fact I know they have them in a convenient package for a fraction of that cost. Those are name brand and good tools for a journeyman making jw money. But for an apprentice making min wage and trying to figure out if they even like the trade and want to keep going, it’s better to start out w the least expensive way. Besides, no one steals your tools if they’re the cheapest out there.
Commercial electric tools will wear out extremely fast
With some of those cheap tools, they break, don't stay sharp, or whatever. When they break or get lost or stolen, it gives me an excuse to buy the tools I really want. 😅 And with some things, you don't need super expensive tools. The $1.99 Harbor Freight screwdrivers work just fine.
Commercial electric tools are such a let down...rather buy klein used
you bought pretty much all the tools that come in the klein tools starter kit that we get as new students in the electrician program im in right now lol. we're lucky enough that our school is partnered with elliot electric so we get a student discount there.
*holds four pair of Klein pliers*
"About 130$"
Me: Crying as I blow a hole in another pair of wire strippers.
Stop using them on hot wires.
Let me tell you this thing called Snapon..
If you want some reasonably high quality tools that won't hurt your wallet so much I think Doyle from Harbor Freight has some solid offerings. Husky and Kobalt aren't bad either. Of course if you have the money to spend US and German made tools are generally about as good as it gets.
Doyle harbor freight is solid
Why are you working on live equipment ! There is no excuse for this !
My dad has been a plumber for all my life and his toolbox is more than extensive. I’ve been on more Lowe’s trips than I could ever count, so I know tools can get really expensive, but I just got accepted into my local electrician’s Union and seeing how much those tools were just drove home how much I’m about to be spending and can barely afford 😅😅
Yeah, the jm won't expect you to have the best tools, but you will need a full kit. Buy middle of the road decent stuff. Because you can upgrade as you progress and if you end up not liking the job, the middle of the road stuff you bought will be good enough for your home use.
I'm in my mid 40's and have stepped up to what I really want and need as well as what makes things easier and faster.
Best of luck to you!!!
Harbor freight
Get glow in dark sticks.. That little bit comes in handy.
Done with ryobi.. Batteries dont last. I use m12 with 2.0 batteries (keep light) for trade and m18 at home.
2.0's don't last that long or have that much power. My m12 fuel impact driver was slow at driving 3 inch wood screws. Putting a xc 4.0 increased the power and it could drive 3 inch wood screws no problem and last all day.
@@darrenwoloshyn agree.. But my use is light duty. If i have to drill concrete or cut.. I have larger 4.0's. Nice not to have big battery hanging.
Home use see's more construction type work.. So m18.
@@darrenwoloshyn dewalt by default.. i know know this problem you complain about. ill rough anything you need me to on 2 batteries in 2 drills, i can give you 10 hours work with it and i mean resi or commercial
dont know this problem* sorry im kind of dumb after work and dont read my work
@@darrenwoloshyn m12 drivers are not great for driving long screws like that into wood. Super slow even with the 6ah battery. It's prefect for doing small tasks like sheet metal screws in HVAC. I have both m12 and m18 and they both have perks.
So, my apprentice kit came with the standard blue Klein strippers, and when i wore them out i went to get another pair and noticed all the ones at depot now are the chunky handle type. I don't care for that style much, so after some poking around, i bought a set from my local city electric, same as the blue handle ones, but they GLOW IN THE DARK!!! I can drop them in an attic and find them! lol. Being a mechanic for 20 years before becoming an apprentice (3rd year currently) I am known to carry a lot of useful tools in my backup bag that most guys don't usually carry. From security torx bits to ratchet wrenches, I'm usually well prepared :)
I got the same kit with the blue strippers, I also have a pair just like em that are yellow and can do 12 and 14 gauge romex stripping.
got the Knipex foraged Strippers for xmas, dipped handle, best ever
About to start my first year apprenticeship with a local. They delayed the start date for us because of COVID, I have been getting schooled here over the last few months. Thanks for your content. Very helpful!
Same here! About to start with the 683 in the next couple weeks!
Right on.
How can I find an apprenticeship?
@@karmar9932 I would research your county. Search local IBEW and see what the process and requirements are.
Stay true to your tool list don’t be a worm
That is a very good set up! When I was an apprentice I basically spent all my money on every klein tool I thought I might possibly use or looked cool lol
When I was an apprentice I used the commercial electric brand tools. Right next to the klein section in Canadian home depots. The linesmans were like 1/3 the cost of jourmeyman series kleins.... hurt a lot less to lose or blow up a couple pairs haha
Been working at a manufacturing plant for 4 years since high school as a laborer and they just offered me an industrial electrician job when I get out of college next May. This video was perfect since they’re giving me up to $500 reimbursement for tools to get started. Thanks for the video!
That's great, good luck with the job!
I’m a 3 year apprentice but I’m just curious to what he’s going to say, one of my favorite tools in my bag is my Klein 11 in 1 screwdriver. I really like the Milwaukee needle nose strippers, as well
Bruh get the magnetic Klein 11-1 you’ll never turn back
Please be very carefull when using any 11 in 1 tool on energized circuits. Several times have the tips pull out.
I really bad at math, should I retake Algebra? How often is math used in this trade?
When I started as an apprentice, I want to say my shopping spree bill was around $250 back in 2007. I didn't get any power tools or PPE though.
My Klein tool plier set was almost exactly what you selected. Instead of the combo drivers I opted for individual Klein screw/nut drivers as I picked out a belt style tool bag and didn't want to fish for different bits.
For extras I got a cheap hammer, measuring tape, and then used the rest on a voltage indicator pen. Can't remember if I bought a volt meter or not - pretty sure I didn't as they had those for use in electrical trades school.
I'd say your gift was very generous and he was happy to get it! Klein is a great brand. I still have most of my nut drivers and also the pliers (Linemans, Side cutters, and line crimpers) all still work fantastically. I lost the wire strippers though. However, my lineman's have a small 12 gauge hole blew out in the cutter section from my second year in trade school. I was unknowingly cutting live wire when BOOM! It sure did wake me up and I haven't done that since then lol
That kid was staring at him when he was testing the 13' standout on the tape measure haha that happens to me too when I test tape measures
Wow, so much stuff. I am wiring 6 level hotel with electrical tape, knife, pliers, spirit level, one screwdriver which is perfect for terminal screws, Phillips, and fits square head wood screws as well. It all fits 2 pockets. When I see apprentices with toolbelt around them full of staff they are not going to use, my back hurts for them. Use as few tools as possible and still be able to do your job is the key in this trade.
Yes, I am going to be that guy…
8:08 Did you really just pick up a waffle maker hammer for an electrical apprentice? They are going to put waffle marks in Romex cabling when they miss the staple.
Waffle maker 🤣🤣🤣 this one got me
Thanks for the vids man. 3 month apprentice after being a chef for 12 years. Complete new world. But I’m loving it. Working an industrial meat plant right now. It’s super fun I’m digging it
Went out and purchased a kliens electric testing kit that also had a circuit locator. It was amazing how incorrect my breaker box was mislabeled! I was able to correctly label all my circuits, and I also have the ability to test all my outlets now as well. It's relieves my anxiety about rewiring some of my outlets during our home renovation.
Just got into the trade with a reputable electric company. Can’t wait to start learning a lot and then eventually start my apprenticeship one day through them
I've bought cheap tools and I've bought good tools. I still have the good tools.
I’ve did construction for 20 years, I was also a licensed electrician. 2 things I wanted add: Stake on Tool & check the hardness of the linesman. I have 3 Klein’s linesmen Pliers: 99 (from when I graduated trade school) 00 which is case hardened and cuts bolts and 01 which is the same as the 00 model but I cut a live line with the 00 and blew a hole through it.
A journeyman I worked with for about a year, told me he gave every apprentice that got good grades, a free tool. I maintained a A+ average and my reward was anything of my choice. So I picked a used Klein reamer because he had two of them and never used the old one. It’s been 3 years, I still use it almost every day and haven’t lost it yet 😂 it’s one of the few tools besides my first pair of Klein’s that I’ve managed to hold onto
As a network engineer secondly - fish sticks are great for running wire where drywall or ceiling tiles (on a raised roof) have already been placed; they also make for a yummy snack at lunch, mmmmm fiberglass, my fav
Thanks for uploading this video, as a soon to be a level 1 apprentice in the field with Union
I’m 18 years old starting my Carrier as an electrician and I can definitely say these are so helpful
I’ve never seen my HD that well stocked especially in that section
I worked with a master electrician that used a Ryobi - first gen yellow ones, not brushless or anything but definitely not the old blue ones. He had the drill, sawzall, and the flashlight. It served him pretty well for a good long time. I was more than surprised.
For a guy with huge hands a set of needle nose with a small and narrow jaw can be amazingly useful when doing low voltage and dealing with cat 5e punch downs and minicoms.
I've been an apprentice for a few months now, and my tool set essentially matches this one! Glad to know I've got good taste haha
Wow so much stuff you’d never have to buy as a union apprentice. This is crazy
Try being an auto technician lol
He is getting a non-profit set up with a set of electrical tools that he is donating to them, that they will never use cause they contract out ticketed trades jobs. Probably would of researched this non-profit first and got them stuff they actually need. Its the thought that counts tho I guess...
Funny thing when we got our apprentice tool package, the bloody Klein hammer was the most expensive tool for the union list of req tools. The school had a deal with the wholesaler for pre-made tool packages. $60cdn for that damn hammer lol
my most commonly used electrical tool is a set of cutting / crimping pliers. I'm in industrial maintenance though, so a lot of our components come with pre-stripped leads. Reed switches, sensors, etc. but they always need terminals.
I usually recommend my green plumbing apprentices to go to harbor freight to buy their hand tools. There super cheap just incase they decided trade work isn't for them.
You can resell Klein tools for around half what you paid for them but Harbor Freight tools are junk the second you walk out their door.
resell kelien lose 50% of ur money, keep the junk harbor freight and u still saved a ton of money
Even if the trade is for you you can get away with 95% of your tools from harbor freight
My trade school doesn’t allow tools made outside of the U.S, cause of safety reasons.
@@christopherdelcastillo0077 that sounds odd because it's made directly in the good old USA doesn't always mean better quality
Klein boxing hammer?
That's real nice of you help out the new guys. When I was an apprentice, my first boss bought my first set of tools. To this day, here's what I have as hand tools self contained in my "tools":
Klein belt, white leather Klein tool pouch for hand tools and Stanly leather bag with a hammer loop for the other side.
Klein linesmen with tape puller (N9ETP I think)
Klein angled side cutters
Klein needle nose--the big ones
Two pairs of Vise-Grip channel locks
If I'm doing houses I carry a pair of T&B crimp plyers
Lennox torpedo level
Klein keyhole saw
Klein hook knife
Large Klein slotted beater screwdriver.
Medium Klein slotted
Medium Klein Philips
Small Klein offset (squiggly) screwdriver for trim plates
I use the smallest Klein strippers, the one's that require finesse
Whatever induction tester that is working
I still carry a Square D Wiggy in a Klein leather pouch.
Klein boxing hammer
Anything beyond basic hand tools I carry in your typical Klein bag or the the cases they came in.
Hacksaw
Drills
Sockets
Wrenches and sofourth.
I haven't had to make a living as an electrician for 30 years now but I still do side jobs from time to time and my ancient tool bag still hangs on a hook in my shop ready to go out the door.
This is gonna be so helpful, whenever I go out to get the tools. I'm about to go work at Jeep for awhile until I get some more money then im gonna head out to get it
It really depends on what field of electrical work you are in. Residential, commercial, or industrial.
High leverage which means the pivot point is in a different place than other lineman's pliers. Also get the D series so it won't get damaged while cutting harder metals.
I personally have 2 flathead screw drivers. One is a 4" demo with a 5/16th tip and one is a 6" long 1/4" tip with a wire bender. The demo is good for destroying stuff and punching out knockouts while the 1/4" tip wont scratch up plates like the 5/16th does. Ones for rough-in and ones for trim-out in other words.
I also just use my extension as a 1/4" nut driver.
28 oz hammer!?!? my shoulder hurts thinking about it!
@@self2self9 i use a 10 oz stiletto for everyday resi work. I love it and would recommend it to anyone willing to spend around 100 bucks on a quality hammer.
I carry 2 sets since I do both electrical and low voltage stuff,
Low Voltage: Smaller skinners/strippers, smaller pair of linemans, an ideal screwdriver with wire nut tightener, a small multi-tip tweaker and a dottie security screwdriver, small flush cuts for tie wraps
Electric: Larger skinners (since they commonly have a portion to cut screws), standard linemans. ideal screwdriver with wire nut tightener, 2 sets of channelocks (420 for reaming conduit and 430s), and a pair of standard diagonal cutters, and a pair of small flush cuts for tie wraps.
Oh and DeWalt for life.
The XR, LXT, Octane and Fuel lines are just their brushless lines. It means they're more efficient, but doesn't necessarily mean they're "better" tools. Still good tools, just have different weak points and benefits 🙂
Be nice to know that they went for a sturdier gear box to go with that, but if they don't brag that they did, it seems doubtful. Shame, because that would be a real selling feature.
I'm an apprentice, I was given a bunch of tools from my training center, but I wanted to add just a couple of my own additions that I was not given nor mentioned in this video. A 4 size ratchet combo for strapping strut straps (I'm doing inside wiremen in commercial), and a dial level that Milwaukie makes, in home depot I found it in the "Tools" (general) section. So far in my apprenticeship, most of my bends have been at 30, 45, 60, or 90's, but once in a while you're in tight spot and getting a 10 degree bend or 25 or whatever else does come in handy!
"Lots of stripper options" That can mean 2 VERY different things
Wire strippers and paint strippers?
I prefer my strippers in the middle of the price range
Congrats on the 200k. Your videos have been super helpful thank you
Sharing this with our apprentice Reuben! Amazing content as always! Great to see you doing things to help others! ❤
Homedepot sells an Apprentice’s Electrical set under the their house brand Commercial Electric. It comes with a tote bag, various hand tools, pair of lineman’s and so forth. That’s what I started with I still use many of those tools to this day. I paid about $70 and I think it runs close to $100 now but it’s worth it. That set is normally at the bottom of the shelf right below all of the Klein tools. If you’re just starting out, you won’t regret it.
I like the 12v impact driver to keep in my pouch while I'm working. It's compact & light weight. I use my M18 if I'm driving a lot of screws into wood.
Using a 4ah or 6ah battery will make it way more powerful. Can drive 3 inch wood screws all day no problem. Not too much heaver either.
@@darrenwoloshyn honestly the fuel 12v can drive and counter sink 3 inch screws reasonably fast with 1.5 ah battery but yeah
Whoa! I just saw Lakeline Blvd Home Depot on your receipt! I’m in Leander, TX and will be starting my apprenticeship this month!! Super excited to start my career.
Eastwing 16 Oz electrician hammer is the only right answer
my grandfather took me to the supply house.. i was so proud.. my grand father wasnt able to so i took my brother. there happened to be a display of chopping guns. from a small hammer drill to a full on jack hammer.. i get the middle one i make my brother hold it over his head in the chopping position. i said "welcome to the business.. for you youngins in the day we laid galvanized pipe in the deck and if it was out of the wall you chopped the concrete back and with a hickey you bent the conduit into the wall... or if a deck box got full of concrete you would have to chip it out. hard dirty work worthy of a new apprentice
My Childhood: Toys R' Us
My Adult life: Home Depot
Master plumber here. This dude is telling the help to go buy brand new quality tools when they don’t make much money starting out.
As an apprentice I had better/more tools than some of the plumbers I worked with. I shop around and bought pretty much everything second hand at a fraction of the cost. Plus the help isn’t used to keeping up with tools so they’ll lose that shit most of the time. I didn’t really need to buy anything new until I had been in the field for about 5-6 years.
I work at home depot myself, its okay to film in the store, we actually cant tell you not to.
Sorry about the horrible stuff you guys have to deal with as far as customers. The stealing, using stuff and returning it(even paint), the jerks who scatter the stock willy nilly, the jerks who toss their garbage in the parking lot, etc, etc.
That Bhagvanji, what a goofball!! 🤦♂️🤦♂️🤦♂️
The Klein non contact voltage tester with the LDM is also pretty cool , range about 65’ , checked mine against a Bosch , accurate enuff !
I'm just amazed that none of the screwdrivers had insulation running from the handle to the tip. In Australia all of our 1000v rated tools are insulated to the tip
Same in Estonia and most of the europe. EU standards
They exist in the US and are usually carried at the electrical supplys. Big box stores don't always have those specialty type tools.
Good for you and Australia, i guess it'd be a shame to be off'd by electricity when you have plenty of other creatures that can do it more interestingly.
Klein has insulation all the way to the tip.and is rated 1000 volts also. You can see them in the top right corner when looking at the klein tools. It's bright bright orange
I would recommend a ratcheting screwdriver or the 7/8 in one wire stripping pliers (Milwaukee is the brand that I recommend)
Awesome for what you do I'm a dewalt am Milwaukee fan so got a hoody says Dewaukee haha off another utuber finishcarpentry
Should have gotten a shop vac damn sparkys never cleaning up after themselves lol jkjk
Im so addicted to flashlights and of course the glow-in-the-dark Klein's
I have never seen that Klein!!! Flashlights are so important!!!
Love the specialty Husky flashlights, the flex and flip work lights. They’re extremely versatile and are useful in most situations. I’d stay away from the regular flashlights from both Milwaukee and Husky unless you’re buying the M12 or M18 lights as they’re more expensive than great flashlights you can find from other brands
I love my glow in the dark hand tools for attic work
@@Raptormeatx same here!
Great Video Dustin! Keep up the awesome content, always finding myself buying from Home Depot
M12 is VERY good and incredibly under rated honestly
Just make sure you put a 4.0 or 6.0 on it. The 2.0's don't have that much power or runtime. They are good for trim work though.
Glad you added the 7 in 1 nut driver. I work in HVAC and I haven't found a nut it couldn't crack since it has that wrench assist. I call it my "Nut Buster".
I can't remember the details, but the ncvt1 with a certain date code, has been recalled by klein.
Yeah a bunch of the Klein tic testers got recalled
I just completed my first semester of electrical school I still got so much to learn
I just received an email from my local. Just got accepted. They sent a list:
8” Screw driver
· Pliers - Cutting to 8’
· Hammer - Straight Claw
· 2 Pliers- Channel Locks
· Tool Pouch
· 6’ Rule
· Knife
· Pencil
Thanks to Dustin, I purchased way more than what's on this list. Can't wait to get started!
Thanks Dustin for the info! You sir are the man!
How has it been man ? I want to go to school for electrician this coming year
Every tradesman should own a multi tool. Rips through sheetrock and lumber. And with the carbide blade I do my cut outs for add a boxes in stucco. This tool is a real goto tool.
I'm an old man with more experience in general than this guy(not more as an electrician), but I'd say overall, so far, he's on point. Good job, good video, good guy.
I’m from the U.K. but I want to work in the US and do electrical work still figuring a way to study US installation but in the meantime I watch your videos and it helps a lot thank you
Get knipex over chanel locks youll love them!
Pfft, get with the times Grandpa, Everyone is moving on to Fujiya. (They're not, just messing)
Had several pairs of knipex pliers in work carts and perfer Channelock or klein. Think Knipex are overpriced.
I am no where near being an electrician but I am going to buy these tool anyway. Thanks man. Great videos.
I didn't shop your list but it is half the price at Amazon. The big orange box is not yur friend at the cash register.
Gotta watch for fakes on Amazon. It's turning into Wish
Man I wish my Home Depot in Oakland was well stocked and neat. I use to buy every new apprentice a new tool they needed.
In the future, may be worth contacting the store ahead of time and asking for permission to film there. As it's a private business, they could ask you to leave for filming. If you get permission first, it makes everything go smoother and could help establish a good relationship for the future.
I am not an electrician but Electronics Technician. But there was an article I ran across on Brush Motor Drills and Brush-less Drill motors. Among other evaluations There was a mentioned of Brush-less Motors use less current and have more torque than Bush Motors . And because of that they conserve battery power.Just my two cents.
Even us in electronics need the same tools but on a slightly smaller size. If you ever need a soldering Iron You might to also consider a resistance solder kit. You can use it on larger metal connections and even Metal chassis. The units use contact tweezers for circuit-cards or larger ones for metals that
are just like heat sinks. The Idea being that large connectors require more time to heat up to solder melting temperatures than the resistance type. Also if you are working in side of a chassis that has multiple wires You have a better chance of not burning the insulation of the wires. Its much faster too!
Good illustration Video!
Shoutouts to the ones not wearing a mask in the video lol
Thanks for making these videos!! I started my apprenticeship last week, they’ve helped me out a ton already.
I have a suggestion for the tools and that is an oscillating saw to cut holes in the wall to mount electrical boxes.
Good Job! I clicked on this as I need to get stuff for Electric for my FJ Cruiser Car. As Im Modding it with lights, heated seats and cameras.
Very nice tools, klein pliers. Please give me a klein electrical tools.I'm a electrician but not a good tools. Thanks. God bless.❤❤🙏
Love the video! Just started my Apprenticeship today, and so far I have no complaints!
I think this shows that even going pretty top end with the hand tools still is fairly reasonable. Auto mechanics can only wish they could start in the hundreds for their tools.
I've always said buy cheap to get a large range of sizes/wrenchs/sockets/etc when starting out and pretty quick you'll find which tools get used the most and replace those as needed when you've got budget or they break with higher quality. Plus you can usually get even the cheapos exchanged to keep as a spare. Sucks to spend money on tools that you know are gonna get phased out but sucks even more to not have any tool when you need some random socket or whatever. Of course don't cheap out on something that could pose a safety hazard like a shitty torque wrench or improperly insulated electrical tools.
@@draaks1 There's also the point that a lot of the tools an apprentice would need are also useful around the house anyway. I've considered setting up a subset of those tools just because I know I'd use them. Now I'd probably not get top of the line. The one place to absolutely not cheap out are cutters. If I can't cut a screw or steel wire without damaging the blades they are useless.
Liked your video, learned some new things. Greatly appreciated.
Just started my first week as an apprentice working at a hospital. I definitely need to go tool shopping.
A lot of these tools I bought as a mechanic working in independent shops. Ended up pulling double duty for wiring too
There is a 5 piece m12 kit that is a perfect stating point especially when paired with a 6ah xc battery. It doesn't have a hammer drill but it does have a drill driver, impact, hackzall, 3/8 ratchet, light and 2 1.5ah batteries. The kit is under $300 CAD. It is what I got to start and then added a m18 brushless impact and hammer drill with 2 2ah batteries. Definitely needed more power for some things but the m12 sets kick ass. I have since also got the crown stapler, multi-tool, compressor, and rotory tool.
Love the videos. Just saying i know im low voltage but i like the milwaukee jab saws better, 6-in-1 vs 11 in 1, ive never used the stubbie but i did but the m12 installer drill. (Verdict is still out on that one.) Plus TEAM READ all the way! Got everything i use in packout, plus the roller is great for trips to and from the van. The mini light has a good illumination plus its got a rubber end so it doesnt tear into your teeth. Idk just my two cents.
Yessir Milwaukee all the way
Al. Baptist Children's Home is a great charity---they raise abused and neglected children---thanks Jim!
Thank you for the tools 😁😁😁
Now gum guuuummmm!!!!
I've had nothing but a bad time with Milwaukee tools but I've had Ridgid for years of doing contraction and being a mechanic and they have never stopped working
There goes my beer money.