Apprentice of the Day

We are featuring apprentices going above and beyond each day of Apprenticeship Week. Check back each day during Apprenticeship Week to read their stories.

 Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024

Daniel Buchal, electrician apprentice, St. Paul Electrical JATC, IBEW 110

Daniel Buchal was approached by an IBEW local 110 representative and soon signed on to the St. Paul Electrical JATC apprenticeship program, and says joining the program was one of the best decisions he has ever made. According to Buchal, his teachers and leaders in the field in have helped him grow as an electrician. His instructors say he excels in the field and the classroom, and they take note of his strong work ethic and commitment to helping others. Buchal hopes in the future to work as a foreman with a team of his peers, engineers and designers and eventually start his own shop.

Monday, Nov. 18, 2024

Anthony Pitoscia, inside electrician apprentice, Iron Range Electrical JATC

Anthony Pitoscia is an electrician apprentice with Iron Range Electrical JATC. He was introduced to the benefits of an apprenticeship through his time at Lake Superior College. Praised for his great attitude and work ethic, Pitoscia said the hand-on experience and working with knowledgeable and friendly journeyworkers has put him on a path to earn his master electrician license.

Richard Braun, floor coverer, Twin Cities Floor Coverers JATC

Richard Braun followed his brother into the floor coverer trade. Braun said the apprenticeship through the Twin Cities Floor Coverers JATC has been a benefit because of the hands-on learning experiences in the field that provide the tools to succeed on the job. His instructors say Braun’s outstanding work ethic placed him at the top of his class and he’s on track to have a great career. In the future, Braun hopes to move into a leadership role, but for now he’s content learning as much as he can and continuing to gain experience in his chosen trade.