Correct.
Depending on your location, the trades are an extremely viable option. I supported a family on just my wage for the past 15 years, from day one apprentice through to today (although wife works now the kids are older). It’s good work, side work will always be available if you want it and the trades are screaming for guys.
On the union / non union debate it’s up to you. Personally, I was in a union at the start and it just didn’t work for me. The union was dogs shit and I felt like the union was more interested with what they could get out of my labor than what they could do for their members. I got out before the golden handcuffs of the union pension were thrown on me. Yes I make a little less per hour but I make more per annum because I don’t get laid off for 2 - 3 months every winter. Ultimately, It depends on your union and location.
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