Jennifer Geddes loves being an electrician. Here is a short video where she explains how she got into the field and what she loves about working as an electrician.
What are Jennifer’s favorite parts about being an electrician?
- She really enjoys working perched high above the ground on a lift.
- She loves that she gets to work on all kinds of different tasks in a variety of environments. There is never a dull day on the job for an electrician like Jen!
- She enjoys the family feel of working as an electrician and knowing that everyone has her back. She says that traditionally they would refer to it as a “brotherhood” but the reality is now there are actually a lot of women like her in the profession!
How did she get into the electrician trade?
- At the time she began working as an electrician she was a university student with a lot of debt. She saw some of her friends working as welders and in other trades who were making a good deal of money. She thought to herself, Why can’t I do that? And the answer was she could, and she did! Now she gets to go to a job everyday that she truly loves and that earns her a great living.
What kinds of electrician work does Jen mention?
- Residential
- Commercial
- Industrial
- Service
- Renovation
What two skills does Jen say are fundamental to electrical work?
- Math
- Science
What does Jennifer mention she gained as a result of working as an electrician?
- Self confidence!
If you are inspired by Jennifer’s passion for her career as an electrician and you want to enter a trade where you too can feel excited about going to work when you get out of bed in the morning, consider becoming an electrician!
At ATI here in Las Vegas we have a top-notch electrician program that can be completed in as little as 14 months. That’s right–in just over a year you can join the workforce as a skilled electrician! Call our admission department to find out more about our upcoming electrician program and be on your way to a brighter future today!