Month: October 2026

Apprenticeship Interview With No Experience or a Work Gap: What to Say and What to Show

South Texas JATC says no experience is required to apply. Name a work gap briefly, then show what you are doing now with a free answer builder.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›

Algebra for the Electrical Apprenticeship Aptitude Test: What to Review Without a Calculator

The ALLIANCE algebra test is 33 questions in 46 minutes, no calculator. Review equations, formulas and number patterns with a free practice tool.

Updated 2026-10-22 · Read the article ›

Check a Texas Electrician or Contractor License Before You Take the Job

Use the TDLR License Search to check an employer, contractor or supervisor before you start. It lists active licenses only. Free lookup checklist.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›

Unpaid or Wrong Wages in Texas: Check Your Pay and File a Wage Claim

Texas Payday Law lets you file a wage claim with the Texas Workforce Commission within 180 days after the wages were due. Free deadline calculator.

Updated 2026-10-17 · Read the article ›

Texas Electrician CE: How to Check a Provider and Your Completed Hours with TDLR

TDLR requires 4 hours of CE from a registered provider before renewal for listed licensees. Check the course, the topics and your hours. Free CE checklist.

Updated 2026-10-23 · Read the article ›

Criminal Record and a Texas Electrician License: Ask TDLR Before You Apply

TDLR offers a criminal history evaluation letter before you apply for a license. The fee is $10 and TDLR answers within 90 days of a complete request.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›

How to Label Circuits and Hand Over Your Work as an Electrical Apprentice

OSHA requires services, feeders and branch circuits to be marked at the disconnect or overcurrent device unless their purpose is evident. Free note builder.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›

How to Inspect, Maintain and Report Damaged Hand Tools as an Electrical Apprentice

OSHA says all tools, yours or the company's, must be kept safe. Check jaws, heads and handles before use, and tag out and report damaged tools. Free checklist.

Updated 2026-10-17 · Read the article ›

Unsafe Orders or Retaliation as an Electrical Apprentice in Texas: Where to Get Help

OSHA lists four conditions for protected refusal of dangerous work. Section 11(c) retaliation complaints are due within 30 days. Free checklist.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›

Sleep for an Electrical Apprentice on Early Shifts: How Much and When

CDC says adults 18 to 60 need 7 or more hours of sleep. Plan your bedtime from your start time and drive. Free bedtime planner.

Updated 2026-10-19 · Read the article ›