TOOLS USED IN THIS EPISODE LINKED BELOW!!
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 I talk about all of the tools that I deem necessary to start your career with. There will be endless tools that you will buy through the years but these are the basics that every apprentice electrician needs.
In order as they appear, I also timestamped each tool so you can find them easier. If you'd like to buy them I've put links to each tool on Amazon below so you can order them if you'd prefer:
First up is to get a good pouch. You'll need a twosided pouch with a hammer loop and a tape chain. One side of the bag should have storage for your hand tools, the other side should have multiple pouches for storing staples, screws, wirenuts, pens/pencils, markers, and a tape measure. You'll want a separate hammer loop (one thing I forgot to mention in the video...a hammer!) that hangs behind you from the belt. Its a lot easier to have a hammer hanging from behind you than off to the sides smacking into your legs all day. (0:56)
Klein 10" flathead screw driver with a 3/8" tip. (1:12) https://amzn.to/2TASZqe
Klein longshaft 6in1 multitool (1:31) https://amzn.to/2KrhPok
Stanley Sheetrock Saw (2:33) https://amzn.to/2DPQBrf
Klein Lineman's Pliers (2:58) https://amzn.to/2S78Nj0
Klein Sidecutting Pliers (3:30) https://amzn.to/2KoODyl
Klein Small WireStrippers (4:12) https://amzn.to/2DCpPSf
Klein Large WireStripper/Crimper/BoltCutter Combo Tool (4:38) https://amzn.to/2BochIn
Klein NeedleNose/Stripper Combo Tool (5:38) https://amzn.to/2DQPEyU
Fluke T5600 Multimeter (6:23) https://amzn.to/2DQPKXi
Klein #2 Square (Robertson) Driver (7:39) https://amzn.to/2DSZ78Z
Klein ¼” – 9/16” Nut Drivers (more specifically 3/8”, 11/32”, 7/16”, and ½”) [your 6in1 will come with a ¼” and 5/16” so you don’t need to get these] (8:26) https://amzn.to/2DRnofl
Klein Mini terminating screwdrivers (Philips and Flathead) (9:42) https://amzn.to/2S3Mb31
Husky Utility Knife (10:01) https://amzn.to/2QZBiiw
25’ Stanley FAT MAX tape measure (10:52) https://amzn.to/2S72D2C
A pack of Sharpie Markers (12:13) https://amzn.to/2S7GlgT
NonContact Voltage Tester (12:55) https://amzn.to/2S8MZUo
¼” Masonry Bits (14:16) https://amzn.to/2qXE6kV
Bosch ¼” to 1 ¼” Paddle/Spade Bits (14:11) https://amzn.to/2qZzevO
¼” and 5/16” Drill Drivers (14:56) https://amzn.to/2S74kgu
Drill extensions with Philips, flat, square, and torx tips (buy a whole kit of various tips separately) (15:10) https://amzn.to/2Ktnb2I
GFI plug tester (15:40) https://amzn.to/2DRoR5B
Headlamp (15:55) https://amzn.to/2FyaFA7
1 1/8” Stepped UniBit (16:34) https://amzn.to/2S4DCVB
Klein Stubby 6in1 Multitool (17:24)
https://amzn.to/2KpQino
18v LithiumIon Hammer Drill (you’ll need at least 2 good batteries and a charger) (18:26) https://amzn.to/2KnFuWM
Small Lightweight Drill (ScrewGun) (19:58) https://amzn.to/2DRnuUn
Various Drill Bits (metal bits, wood bits, stone bits, spare drill extensions, drill bit index etc…) (20:47) https://amzn.to/2Fyjb1W
Set of fitted gloves (not leather gardening gloves – fitted mechanic’s gloves) (21:32) https://amzn.to/2S3GhyX
Several GOOD flashlights (check into Nebo) (23:02) https://amzn.to/2S1mVKG
MultiAllen Wrench Tool (23:55) https://amzn.to/2DBoBXn
2 Sets of MediumSized Channel Locks (25:12) https://amzn.to/2R13521
NOT TALKED ABOUT IN THIS VIDEO – 22oz Ewing Claw Hammer https://amzn.to/2FC8fAk
That’s pretty much it for the needs of a fresh apprentice. If you have any questions please reach out to me at [email protected]
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