The Young Electrician
A career-building podcast for electricians, from apprenticeship to starting a business, hosted by a tradesman who shares his own journey.
This is a practical, no-nonsense guide to building a career in the electrical trade. Host Ruben Young offers solo talks on specific, actionable topics like how to study for the journeyman exam, the pros and cons of different career paths (union, non-union, trade school), and the soft skills like negotiation and client management required to run a contracting business. It's less about the technical 'how-to' of pulling wire and more about the strategic 'how-to' of building a profitable and sustainable career.
“Unlike many trade podcasts that focus on technical skills or business-owner interviews, this show is a mentorship-focused solo narrative. The host's transparency about his own non-linear path, including past incarceration and a decade-long delay in getting certified, makes the career advice feel grounded and relatable for those who haven't had a straightforward journey.”
Who hosts this show
The Young Electrician is a solo podcast hosted by Ruben Young, a California-based electrician, foreman, and contractor. The show is dedicated to helping electricians navigate their careers, from apprenticeship and exam certification to the business and financial skills needed to succeed. Young often draws from his own experiences, including his past struggles, going to trade school after prison, and taking ten years to get his journeyman certification due to a lack of confidence.
Credentials & credits
- Electrician
- Foreman
- C-10 Electrical Contractor (California)
- Host of The Young Electrician Podcast
Other ventures
- Electrical Courses & Career Coaching
- "Study Like a Professional" Ebook
- "Plug Into The NEC" Newsletter
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01How to Become a Sparky ⚡️⚡️Jun 23, 2026 · 30s
- 02Get paid to learnJun 22, 2026 · 17s
- 03How to Become a ElectricianJun 21, 2026 · 9 min
- 04Pass The Electrical Exam in 90 daysMay 5, 2026 · 20 min
- 05Negotiation and Soft Skills: Charging a Luxury Price for Your TradeApr 21, 2026 · 7 min
- 06Electrical Exam - Study Like ThisApr 14, 2026 · 23 min
- 07Study Like A Professional - Electrical ExamApr 14, 2026 · 23 min
- 08Electrical Journeyman Exam Prep: Use ThisApr 9, 2026 · 13 min
Notable episodes
- 01How to Become a Electrician
The host uses a tier-list format to rank the different pathways into the trade, from 'hired helper' to a union apprenticeship, sharing his own experience with expensive trade school.
- 02Pass The Electrical Exam in 90 days
This episode provides a concrete, 90-day system for passing the journeyman exam, focusing on structure and time management over cramming, which is a core theme of the show.
- 03Negotiation and Soft Skills: Charging a Luxury Price for Your Trade
Highlights the show's focus on business acumen, arguing that electricians must learn soft skills like negotiation and reframe their work as a 'luxury item' to be profitable.
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a solo-host, non-interview podcast. Each episode is a direct, structured talk focusing on a single career-building topic. The host, Ruben Young, often frames his advice within systems, like a "90-day study plan" or a tier-list ranking of career paths, and uses his own story as a case study.
Signature segments
- · Opening with 'the career building podcast for the electrical apprentice and journeyman...'
- · Ranking career paths on a tier list
- · Providing step-by-step systems (e.g., '90-day plan')
- · Recommending specific study books and resources
- · Sharing personal stories of failure and success
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
While the primary format is solo-hosted, the show occasionally features guests who are experts in a specific niche relevant to electrical contractors, such as lead generation or the specifics of state licensing.
- Gavin Hidajion S2 E1: Voltage Lead Generation | Contractors
- Ruben Coronaon Ep 11: Ruben Corona of Corona Electric & New C-10 Contractor
- Angelo Suntreson Ep 20 | Book: The Human Side of Construction
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsors are a mix of software for tradespeople (Jobber), AI-powered tools for electricians (Ask Bonbon), and affiliate links for exam prep materials. The host also promotes his own free ebook and paid coaching services, indicating a strategy focused on both direct advertising and lead generation for his own offerings.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is Ruben Young.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is primarily a solo-host podcast where Ruben Young gives advice and shares lessons on specific topics. It is not an interview show, though it occasionally has guests.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases episodes on a weekly basis.
- Who is the podcast for?
- It's for electricians at all stages of their career, from apprentices to journeymen and contractors who want to improve their career and business skills.
- How can I be a guest on the podcast?
- The podcast's official website has a contact form for guest and sponsorship inquiries.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other major podcast platforms.
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- [01]The Young Electrician Websitetheyoungelectrician.com
- [02]The Young Electrician on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [03]The Young Electrician on YouTubeyoutube.com
- [04]Guest/Sponsorship Pagetheyoungelectrician.com
- [05]Guest Appearance: Turning NEC Fear into Focus and Trade Success with Ruben Youngyoutube.com
- [06]Instagram Profileinstagram.com
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