Electrician U

Fireside Chat With Dustin - May 25, 2022 - Episode 45

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Come hang out with Dustin and friends.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, res...

Can You Be A Troubleshooter? - Episode 46

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is troubleshooting a learned skill? Is it something that you can develop over time?Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the c...

Chad German Interview With Dustin - Episode 44

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin interviews Chad German and talks education in Utah, being a contractor, service worker, educator, and craftsman.Want to learn more about becomi...

Plumber’s Crack and Other Workwear Issues - Episode 43

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At some time or another we have had the experience of poorly fitting clothing, toolbelts, and PPE. Many of us are currently dealing with it now.Want t...

Things You Wish You Never Did - Episode 42

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all have skeletons in our closet in the work that we've done. Shortcuts, code violations, semi-dangerous installations, etc. that we've p...

Pain, Diabetes, And What Your Body Goes Through As An Electrician with Dustin - Episode 41

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Language Of The Trades with Dustin - Episode 40

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

When Your Tools Turn on You - Episode 39

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

Different Types of Electrical Work with Dustin - Episode 38

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

People We Depend On - Episode 37

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

Tips On Taking Your Electrician Exam with Dustin - Episode 36

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Personal and Professional Conflicts On the Jobsite - Episode 35

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Conflicts on the jobsite can occur between our coworkers, people in other trades, or even among those who supervise us. But how do we handle conflict ...

Let People Be with Dustin - Episode 34

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Weapons On The Job - Episode 33

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As with many service based industries, the electrical trade causes us to have to go into some potentially dangerous situations. The dangers aren'...

What Employers and Employees Are Seeking - Episode 31

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever been turned down for a job, a job promotion, a raise, or even an interview, it leaves you asking yourself, "What could I have...

Union Or Non-Union With Dustin - Episode 30

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind.Wa...

Working In Extreme Conditions - Episode 29

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the toughest challenges in our trade is working in the most extreme types of weather conditions. Many of us work in areas where it's typic...

Should You Go To Trade School To Be An Electrician? with Dustin - Episode 28

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind.Wa...

Foolish Stunts That Didn't Result In An Injury - Episode 27

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've all heard the bad stories about the death and injury that resulted from workers taking unnecessary chances while working on construction si...

Am I Too Old To Be An Electrician? with Dustin - Episode 26

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind.Wa...

Last Time You Used The NEC - Episode 25

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of us have studied or are in the process of studying the NEC in order to pass a test for licensing or to get a job promotion, or even to settle ...

Stop Losing Your Tools (Theft and Misplacing) with Dustin - Episode 24

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind.Wa...

So You Want to Be An Electrician? Things We Learned and Would Have Done Differently - Episode 23

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you considering the electrical field? If you're already in it, are you starting to reconsider this as a career?Want to learn more about becom...

How Will You Shift If The Economy Changes? - Episode 21

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I once heard someone say that the economy is always good and it's always bad depending on who you ask and what industry they're in. An indus...

The Role of a Journeyman Electrician - How Things Change When You Get That License with Dustin - Episode 20

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit Electrician...

Liars, Cheaters and Thieves - Episode 19

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our industry is full of people who lie, cheat, and steal. But how exactly does that affect us? And why do people do it? And how do we best navigate th...

How To Interview For An Apprenticeship with Dustin - Episode 18

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

The Ups and Downs of Taking Shortcuts - Episode 17

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the good or the bad, we've all taken shortcuts here and there while performing our work. Sometimes it was needed in order to meet a deadline....

Shooting The Shit: Dustin And An Apprentice Electrician - Episode 16

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

Doing Work For Family And Friends For Free - Episode 15

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

My Experience With Electrical Exams With Dustin - Episode 14

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit Electrician...

What the UCrew Means To Us – Episode 13

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

How to Work With an Asshole with Dustin - Episode 12

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Let's Talk About Code! - Episode 11

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every now and then someone will ask “Is there a book, guide, or some resource to learn the code but something that’s designed for newbies, dummies...

Hard Work and Burnout with Dustin - Episode 10

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

What does it take to be the best in the industry? - Episode 9

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is being the best in the industry rooted in your work habits? Is it in how well you sell yourself? Is it in how well you teach or train your helper? I...

Do You Work Fast or Slow with Dustin - Episode 8

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

n his mind. Regardless of what he’s talking about you’ll always have a takeaway or two to think about and enhance your SparkyLife.Want to learn mo...

Building Your Tool Arsenal - Episode 7

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unless you've never owned a tool a day in your life prior to getting into the trades, chances are that you've developed an eclectic collecti...

Consciousness: Where is Your Flashlight Aimed with Dustin - Episode 6

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

How to Enjoy Your Work - Episode 5

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to suc...

Consistency with Dustin - Episode 4

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Please Don't Ask to Use My Tools - Episode 3

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I once heard someone say, "You can borrow my tools if I can borrow your wife"Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering t...

Greatness with Dustin - Episode 2

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin talks about what he’s thinking about at the moment. Sometimes they’re motivational, other times funny or maybe just what’s on his mind. R...

Those Who Didn't Make It Home - Episode 1

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From time to time we like to show each other our battle scars from previous injuries. Some of us even talk about permanent injuries and disfigurements...

What is Resistance/Impedance (Ohms) - Why electricians need to know it

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Resistance is a very important element of an electrical circuit. As electricians we use the term impedance more than we use resistance, as impedance r...

Episode 13 - SCHEMATICS how a switch loop works

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For those of us that are more visual learners, I’ve made this show one that can be followed visually.  In this episode I draw out on the white-boar...

Episode 9 - How Breakers Work & What's Inside A Breaker

26 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about breakers, from the outside-in. I cover the differences between single-pole, two-pole, and 3-pole breakers. I talk about how ...

2017-08-03 Episode 1 - Electrical Testers and Multi-meters (Electricians' Test Equipment)

25 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode goes over the many different types of electrical test-equipment that we use out in the field. There are many more brands and types out th...

Welcome To Electrician U - Electrical Training Made By Electricians For Electricians

25 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Electrician U! Electrical Wizardry taught by an electrician, to electricians! No more having to suffer through engineering and physics lect...

Plumber vs Electrician!!! Why Electricians are BETTER than Plumbers! HAHAHA

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 of Plumber Vs Electrician : We talk about what got us interested in the trade, and what our favorite parts of the trade is.Want to learn more a...

Code Violation or Not?!?!

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Studio set up, code violations? Let’s dig in and find out.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit Electrician...

New Studio Update - Whoah-oh, We're Halfway There!

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Studio update #2 : With code time, My kid, and Metal Clad Cable.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit Electri...

New Studio Update!!!

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

I heard you like studios. So I’m building the studio in the new studio yo.Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? V...

Installing Recessed Lighting – Crawling in Attics – Remodeling

27 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

 Want to learn more about becoming an electrician or mastering the craft? Visit ElectricianU.com for courses, resources, and everything you need to s...

Thoughtfulness & Mindfulness – GENDER ISSUES IN THE TRADES

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I’m joined by Master Electrician Angel Savoy in this episode where we talk about a lot of issues surrounding women in the trades. This is probably ...

Episode 46 – Craftsmanship – MASTERING YOUR CRAFT

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people get stuck working a job they hate, because they aren’t passionate about what they do, or are not driven to excel at their craft. To...

Episode 45 – Should I Stay Or Should I Go? – WHEN SHOULD I QUIT MY JOB?

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

I get asked by LOADS of people whether or not they should quit their job and go to another company. I have a few things to say on the matter, so let’...

Episode 44 – Half A Century In The Electrical Trade – 50 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Today I talk to Wayne Robinson from Capitol Electric Supply, a retired master electrician and chief electrical inspector who’s been working in the e...

Episode 43 – FOLLOWERSHIP – How To Be An Effective Helper

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It’s easy to talk about what it means to be a great crew-lead, but what most people don’t think about is what makes a good follower or helper.  T...

Episode 42 – APPRENTICE TOOLS – 13 Tools Apprentice Electricians Need To Have

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Since my first tool video I did a few years back, I’ve had so many people ask me for a more condensed list of tools that I would consider as the ess...

Episode 41 – CREW LEADERSHIP – How To Effectively Lead Jobs As A Journeyman

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Most journeyman electricians end up leading jobs for the first time when they get their license, and for some it’s an overwhelming task that they fe...

Episode 40 – 11 MORE confusing code terms – UNDERSTANDING THE NEC (PART 2)

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s face it…the national electric code book is probably the most difficult construction document to read and understand. It’s written like a c...

Episode 39 – Using Ohm’s Law In The Field – ELECTRICIAN MATH REAL WORLD EXAMPLES

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Doing math, for many people, is one of the things that holds them back from advancing in their career as an electrician.  “I’m just not good at m...

Episode 38 – 11 Confusing Code Terms – UNDERSTANDING THE NEC

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s face it…the national electric code book is probably the most difficult construction document to read and understand. It’s written like a ...

Episode 37 – Wiring With MC – WHAT YOU CAN AND CAN’T DO WITH MC CABLE

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we talk in depth about how to wire with MC cable, what the uses permitted and uses NOT permitted are, as well as securing and strappin...

Episode 36 – STOP USING NOALOX ON ALUMINUM – putting pookie on aluminum wire

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you, like me…and many other electricians, been using NOALOX on your aluminum wires for years? We’re going to go over why it’s not necessar...

Episode 34 – EMT Couplings & Connectors

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Every type of conduit has a listed approved series of connectors and couplings that are designed to be used as fittings for those specific raceways. ...

Episode 33 – Contactors – TYPES AND HOW THEY WORK

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Contactors are heavy-duty electromagnetic switches that are normally used in controlling large lighting loads and motors. They operate similar to rel...

Episode 32 – Color Temperature – WHAT ARE KELVINS? 2700K, 3000K, 5000K

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The Kelvin Scale is used to talk about color of objects at certain temperatures, whereas other temperature scales deal with actual heat or thermal tem...

Episode 31 – Control Relays – HOW THEY WORK & WHAT THEY’RE FOR

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A relay is a type of electromagnetic switch, similar to a contactor, that can be controlled remotely with electricity, rather than needing manual inpu...

Episode 30 – Lumens Or Watts? – THE BRIGHTNESS OF LIGHTS

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people still use wattage to talk about the brightness of lamps, when in reality lumens are the measure of light output. Wattage is still use...

Episode 29 – Types Of Lamps/Bulbs Electricians Should Know – LAMP & BULB FAMILIES

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are so many different types of lamps out there that having an understanding of the “lamp families” helps you understand how to troubleshoot ...

Episode 28 – The Difference Between Contactors And Relays – ELECTROMAGNETIC SWITCHES

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people get really confused by contactors and relays and tend to treat them like some kind of mystical magic device without understanding what...

Episode 27 – HID LAMPS AND BALLASTS – Metal Halide, High-Pressure Sodium, & Mercury Vapor

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of apprentices (and journeymen) have trouble understanding what makes HID lighting any different than regular lighting so troubleshooting them c...

Episode 26 – Electrical Test Equipment Every Electrician Should Know

15 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sponsored by RogersIt’s an electricians job to be able to identify what’s going on in an electrical circuit, and sometimes this can be a difficult...

Episode 25 – How To Use A Multimeter – USING THE FLUKE T5-600 TESTER

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Many up-and-coming electricians have trouble understanding how to use the various electrical testers out on the market. All of the dials, characters, ...

Episode 24 – How To Heat And Bend PVC Conduit (The Right Way)

20 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Someone recently asked me if there’s a way to bend PVC conduit or if someone makes a bender or a tool to get a proper bend. In this episode we’re...

Episode 23 – HELP ME!!! Tech Gurus – Why Do I Keep Losing RAID Data?

17 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

My dudes, I really need help figuring out what to do with my storage situtation. I keep losing terrabytes of data everytime my RAID 5 crashes, and it...

Episode 22 – How To Bend Pipe/Conduit – Guide To 90s, Offsets, Kicks, and Box Offsets

13 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This is, no-doubt, my most asked for topic to do an episode. “Do an episode on bending conduit” they say….”It’ll be fun” they say… Well...

Episode 21 – Installing A Residential Occupancy Sensor, And Changing It’s Settings

06 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In my house we have an issue with some people leaving lights on, specifically in the garage. After hounding on the issue, I decided to get a cheap oc...

Episode 20 – Fault Detecting Devices (GFCI, AFCI, AFGF – DF)

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about the various fault detecting devices on the market in use in most modern residences. Chiefly Arc Fault and Ground Fault Ci...

Episode 19 – Electrical Power (Wattage and Volt-Amps)

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Electrical power is often expressed in two units, Watts and VA.  Wattage and Volt-Amps rather, get misused because many people do not understand the ...

Episode 18 – Resistance (Ohms)

02 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Resistance is one of the most crucial aspects of an electrical circuit.  Along with Voltage and Amperes, Resistance plays a major role in how a circu...

Episode 17 – How Circuit Breakers And Electrical Panels Work

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of green apprentice electricians ask about how panels work, and more specifically what the roll of the circuit breaker is.  Some guys think tha...

Episode 16 – THEORY – Electric Current (Amperes/Amps)

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Electric current is one of the hardest things to wrap your head around when you’re first getting into the electrical trade.  Many apprentice electr...

Episode 15 – SCHEMATICS – Automatic Circuits (Contactors, Relays, Photocells, & Timeclocks)

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Automatic circuits work on the philosophy that some external/automatic switch turns power on and off to a circuit.  This can be a photocell or timecl...

Episode 14 – Difference Of Potential (Voltage)

29 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Voltage is an electromotive force created by a difference of potential.  Therefore the terms voltage and difference of potential can be interchangeab...

Episode 13 – SCHEMATICS – How A Switch Loop Works

18 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

For those of us that are more visual learners, I’ve made this show one that can be followed visually.  In this episode I draw out on the white-boar...

Episode 12 – How To Wire A Switch Loop

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is something a lot of green apprentices need to watch.  Switch-loops are very difficult to grasp when you’re new to the trade, and in ...

Episode 10 – What’s Inside A 3-way and 4-way Switch?

30 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I take apart a 3-way and 4-way switch and talk about how they work on the inside.A typical 3-way switch works by allowing current 2 pa...

Episode 9 – What’s Inside A Breaker (How Do Electrical Breakers Work?)

27 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about breakers, from the outside-in.  I cover the differences between single-pole, two-pole, and 3-pole breakers. I talk about ho...

Episode 8 – How To Wire And Install 4-Way Switches

22 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this video I talk about how to wire for and install 4-way switches.  4-ways are very similar to 3-ways, and in fact you use (2) 3-way switches in ...

Episode 7 – THDprospective electrical tool giveaway coming

12 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Well everyone….the time is here! I’m in New York City for this year’s #THDProSpective tool event and I’m about to find out what tool manufactu...

Episode 6 – How To Wire For And Install 3 Way Switches And California (Illegal) 3 Ways

04 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how to wire and install 3 way switches and California (illegal or dead-end) 3ways.I start out by talking about in what si...

Episode 5 – What’s Inside of A Plug And A Switch?

02 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I rip open a standard receptacle and a decor single-pole switch to reveal how each of these electrical devices works.The insides of el...

Episode 4 – Wiring For And Installing A Plug-In Receptacle

02 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about how to install an electrical plug-in receptacle.  Plugs are pretty day one helper stuff, but I talk about some methods o...

Episode 3 – Wiring For And Installing A Switch

18 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This episode covers the basics of installing an electrical switch.  I cover mounting boxes, drilling holes, running 12/2 romex from a power source to...

Episode 2 – Tools Every Apprentice Electrician Needs

04 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re about to start your career as an electrician but don’t have a clue what tools you need, feel free to consult this list.  In this video ...

Episode 1 – Electrical Testers and Multi-meters (Electricians’ Test Equipment)

03 Aug 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Electrical testing equipment that ELECTRICIANS use.Welcome friends!  In this episode we talk about the many different types of electrical testing equ...

Welcome To Electrician U!!!

24 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Electrician U!  Electrical Wizardry taught by an electrician, to electricians!  No more having to suffer through engineering and physics ...