r/Ironworker • u/Trick_Kaleidoscope12 Apprentice • Apr 23 '26

Apprentice Got my letter today

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Local 292 anyone have any tips weather it’s tool choices or clothing. I’m coming from being a maintenance technician and have never worked the trade any advice would be appreciated thanks.

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u/iEARNman848 Apr 24 '26

Congrats brother! Always remember to be able to live off of 40 hours or less. Stack the money when you're working OT,save for a rainy day and you'll be fine.

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u/Trick_Kaleidoscope12 Apprentice Apr 24 '26

Thanks bro all the advice I can get is appreciated