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Re:We need a lot more electricians if we’re going to electri... by photonbeam on Wednesday January 11, 2023 @11:25AM (#34340220)
Are there visas available for those in blue collar trades like this? I’m wondering if they’re also protected from immigration related market forces on wages
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Re:We need a lot more electricians if we’re going to electri... by pjc50 on Wednesday January 11, 2023 @11:40AM (#34340478)
Probably not, but the main issue would be that overseas certifications aren't valid. I'm sure it would be quicker to recertify / learn the local regulations than to start from scratch, but it's not free.
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Re:We need a lot more electricians if we’re going to electri... by floren on Wednesday January 11, 2023 @11:35AM (#34340385)
Electrical wiring practices differ from country to country. Anyone coming in on a visa would need some retraining if only to learn the local regulations.

You can sling Javascript the same way in Chennai or in Cleveland, but I wouldn't want a UK electrician wiring my house in California.

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