Hi, I have been trading for over 10 years but am having trouble with the people who gave me the chance long ago. I always did the small jobs and charged very little but prices have gone up and my time is more valuable now and am still asked for the same jobs and rate expected.
Think I am too...
Hey Guys,
Just wondering how you guys are costing and marking up your jobs.
What I am currently doing is a 20% markup on materials and 20% on labour, and then with regards to Overheads I have a formula as follows:
Eg:
If I require £900/month to keep my business afloat and there is on...
Hello looking for job sites for electricians abroad preferably hot countries in Europe or middle east so not to far away from home. Just looking to browse and see what the money is like but more for the hot weather
Hi all . I am new to the Electrical world and wondering how do you price for jobs. I would appreciate any advice on where to start with this. Do you start with a minimum standing charge or just price for estimated time and materials. Distance?
Thanks
Neil
Hi,
3 months into my college course and am considering applying for some improver/mate jobs to gain experience on the tools.
I'm not doing too bad at college and there are people on the course who work in this role and seem to struggle to draw a basic wiring diagram.
How much should you...
Hi guys
Know its a long shot but wondered if anyone has any vacancies for electricians mates/labourer jobs around the midlands...
I have my 2365 level 3 and 17th edition along with an ecs card..
Up to this point my work has been in warehouse automation maintenance so not had loads of install...
Hello all,
Ive only been working in the trade for just under 1 year after deciding to change my career.
I am currently working as a trainee on a building site doing 1st and 2nd fix on new builds. This has been a good experience for me while i am still studying my level 3, but i wanted to know...
Hello does anyone have or know anyone with electrician mate jobs going I currently have basic knowledge of electrical or maybe abit more as I have done electrical maintenance for over a year now, I am desperate to move from my job and start working with an electrician domestic commercial please...
Hi all,
I have a some larger jobs coming up where 2 or 3 pairs of hand would be useful. For those of you who take on large intermittent contracts, how do you go about the extra labour provision?
Local temp agencies have nothing on their books, and the national ones I have asked aren't cost...
im looking for an electrician and mate to work as a team on commercial fitouts in the new year from 9th Jan onwards. Must have fire alarm and cat 5e experience as well as electrical experience.
Works are for a high street chain nationwide, 1st project in the new year is 4 weeks nights in...
Qualified domestic installer looking for work anything considered.
Domestic Electrician Installer Jobs Sleaford? - Jobs for electricians in Sleaford
Domestic Electrician Installer Jobs Sleaford? - Jobs for electricians in Sleaford
2 x electricians required for high end commercial project near Earls Court. Would prefer self employed but PAYE can be considered. This work will last for 6 months for the right people.
Must have completed a full apprenticeship and hold a valid ECS or CSCS card. C&G 2391 would be desirable...
Fast track are looking for a couple of Electricians and a mate for Monday.
Work is strip out and re-wire an art gallery in Green Park central London.
Work until March 7am to 4pm 9 hours.
Not sure of the rate yet, should be around £18 to £20 an hour.
I am willing to work Saturdays for an electrician just literally tidying up putting away tools anything involved I just want to be able to be on site and watch an electrician at work to gain experience. All for free
Hi guys.
Basically I qualified as a domestic installer from trade skills 4 u, and have got all my certificates through the post.
I would like to get some experience in the real world before I head out on my own, any advice the best way to approach a company or individual who will take me on...
Hi, Im would like to know if i would currently be able to provide the right jobs to join NICEIC approved scheme.
I Have been an electrician for the last 12 years fully qualified all tickets etc.... but have been with my company for 1 and a half years on various projects. we are currently...
Hi All,
Spent a while the last few days looking for jobs for people that are leaving college and need somewhere to start their career and cant find anything. Has anyone got any offers or know anyone that will have that type of work available next summer once college has ended? preferably in the...
A great opportunity to join a family run business wiring new houses and flats. Fast moving, fast earning - plenty of work at good rates of pay. Must be experienced at New Site Work. Earn in excess of £1000 a week if you want to. CSCS Card needed.
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