Why did the apprentice use the wrong materials on the solar system, and how did you handle the situation with empathy and understanding?
Asked by Alfredo Mora 
6 months ago
Last Updated: May 31, 2024
So, get this – I’m working on this big 1.5MW Solar system, right? And earlier in the day, I had to let a guy go for not listening. Later on, my foreman comes up to me and says one of the crews needs some reducing washers. He’s like, “You’ll understand when you see it.” So, I go check it out, and there’s this apprentice who’s super sorry (he thought he was getting fired). He wanted to make things right, which I thought was sweet. I told him it’s all good, mistakes happen. I did mention he should speak up next time though. Still not sure what he used, but I decided not to use reducing washers because they don’t seal well. Ended up moving things around and using a 2-1/2″ W/P KO seal instead. Crisis averted! 😂🤣😂
Well, at least he’s making an effort.
Too bad he tried to fix it without informing you, but it’s commendable that he took the initiative to admit it and try to make it right. Nowadays, it’s hard to find a good work ethic and sense of responsibility.
Mistakes happen, man, but it’s good that you handled it well.
People are bound to mess up, that’s just part of being human. He made his own reducing washers. 😂🤣😂 He’s going to be a great electrician someday.
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I arrived at work and discovered that my Dottie KO set was missing. Someone had used it to punch a hole without using the spacer or cup, causing damage to the die. The draw stud no longer comes out all the way, but the set is still functional. This set was a significant investment for me when I first started my company, costing $2500.
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