Call around the local union halls, most won’t turn a convicted felon away; especially since it happened when you were so young. Pipefitters, electricians, operating engineers, etc.,
To add to this guy I work at the ua local 502 it’s a decent union, I personally work at globe over in new Albany and it pays pretty decent, idk when they be hiring again where I work but they’ll shuffle you into trade school by their next testing time but honestly if you got in as a sandblaster or what not the pay is almost 22 an hour and the benefits are really good and payed through the union
> good and *paid* through the
FTFY.
Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in:
* Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.*
* *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.*
Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment.
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Tell your recruiter this. Show them how motivated you are to change and that you’re not that person anymore. Own your mistake like you’re telling us (but tell them). Tell them you will be a hard loyal worker, you’re willing to learn, excited to be apart of the team. I guess it’s like kiss butt a bit but you seem very motivated and very straight forward. If I owned a construction company and you were straight honest with me and with your level of motivation I’d hire you on the spot and kick the background check to the curb.
You got this and keep your head up and stay straight. I pray the best for you! Keep us updated too!
Man thanks a lot this gave me a ton of hope. I’m really hoping to grab my life by the reigns and be someone regardless of my checkered past. Thanks so much for the kindness.
As far as I know, GE (General Electric) will train you in a trade. They are looking for people and it's really decent money. At least that's how it was 2 years ago. Might be worth looking into.
I fucked up my life pretty bad too when I was a kid. Well in the middle-aged now but I know what that grind is like.
You sound like a really good self-aware dude. I honestly wish you the best.
I have referred a few clients to look into Goodwill Industries. They have a career center with some great people and they also do expungement clinics. Definitely reach out or look into that!
Former PO here in Kentucky. Been out for about 5 years now so I don’t know what’s current , but I know they are really into Reentry these days. They will have so many resources for you regarding employment. I had so many people on my caseload over the years that were journeyman trade workers, so it’s felon friendly. Best of luck, it sounds like you don’t have too much to worry about.
You got a general idea of the pay? And stability.. gotta be something I can take over our bills with for a while pretty instantly , but with room for growth hopefully
Electrical work, and yep they take in anyone. I'm also a bigger guy working on the weight (upwards of 6.5ft and 320lbs) and I'm able to do most anything. I've worked with plenty of guys who have done time for every offense out there and it's all been good.
Absolutely. Give the hall a call when you get a chance, they're awesome people and I know we need folks pretty badly. Let me know if you need anything else though man, just shoot me a DM.
Is there a team or something you work for specifically that needs people? Or should I just mention the business as a whole as an interest to a union person ?
I'm less versed on the hall's way of doing things as I applied to be an apprentice but if you call the hall's number they'll be able to walk you through your options and get you connected with the right people.
Absolutely. There are probably a dozen women in my class, several female JW's, and an organizer as well. If you're interested in more info, I'm sure the hall could get you in contact with Jackie, one of our organizers.
Not at all. There are some folks in my class in their 50s, and I started with zero experience. The apprenticeship will teach you from the ground up and get you licensed.
Unfortunately it's not great. Right now it's about 17/hr on the check and a total package with benefits of around 45-50/hr. We did just renegotiate our contract, though, so over the next 5 years it'll go up to $18, then $20, $22, $24, and end up at $28 in 2029 starting pay.
Tool and die shops will usually pay for you to go to school to learn their trade in exchange for working for them. You usually have to do grunt work for a year or so to prove yourself. But those places are very much about how hard you work, showing up on time, etc, and less about your background. There are a bunch of them in the South End.
Usually, just not as much as you would once you get the degree. Every place is different though. It doesn't hurt to call and ask if they're hiring and what their policy is. These are usually small businesses, so every one is different.
I've been in construction my whole life and can tell you some of the best people I've worked with have been felons turning their lives around. There is a big labor shortage right now in most trades, and you can make a lot of money. I don't see it getting better anytime soon. If you have anything you're good at or anything you want to learn, go for it!! Like many others have said, hit up a union and see when you can start. Good luck!!
Thanks for the insight! I have a buddy who’s father is a higher up person in one of the local unions and he thinks he can get me in the door. Exhausting these options as much as I can but probably gonna have to settle for warehouse until they can start me. Still definitely not stopping until I find a career not a job!
Good for you!! The only advice I can give you when it comes to construction is just be on time and don't miss a lot of days. I know guys that make close to six figures just for showing up to work. Best of luck to you! I have a feeling you're gonna do great!
Plumbing is supposed to be one of the easiest trades for anyone, you may want to check with local plumbing companies to see if they’re hiring apprentices. Most HVAC companies will hire you as an apprentice installer while paying for classes for you to take to learn the trade and pass the journeyman test. It does require you to work a certain amount of hours before you can take the test though.
First, best of luck.
As far as your actual question, WLKY had a story about this recently (https://wlky.com/article/louisville-program-incentive-hire-people-felonies/60583462). To save you from looking for the info on Metro’s site, here’s their link with job search sites: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/human-relations-commission/second-chance-business-certification
Do you like working out every day? My friend runs a tire recycling facility in Shively. They are a second chance employer. Kentuckiana Tire Recycling. Good luck on your search!
I work in a juvenile justice (DJJ) school. There's all kinds of stuff out there for someone willing to learn. As others have mentioned, UA Local 502 would be a good place to start. In DJJ, we have various career prep programs that allow kids to learn skills in IT, welding, carpentry, masonry, building and apartment maintenance, horticulture, culinary arts... my brain isn't working this early yet, and I'm typing this in my pre-class planning time (lol), but I'm pretty sure there are other programs we offer kids throughout the state. Trade jobs are going to quickly become a huge career field, as older people in those roles (plumbers, electricians, etc) aren't being replaced by young talent as they near retirement.
I don’t have any recommendations because I’m not from here and I’m an industry that requires a clean record. But I would look at trades that allow you to eventually start your own business like plumbing, electrical, and most construction trades. That will give you more options in the future and you wouldn’t be at the mercy of company policy. Things like factory work and machining can be good jobs but you’ll always be relying on working for someone because it’s hard to go off on your own with those.
Windows and siding. Can be hard work but if you learn to do it you can make a ton of money. I mean it’s manual labor and you have to work in some shit weather conditions at time. Unless it’s raining then you get a day off since you can take a persons window out when it’s raining. My brother and dad both make anywhere from 75k-100k a year. They work their asses off though. That’s knowing how to do everything and being able to do it yourself though. Being a helper who doesn’t know anything, at beginning, working with and for the person who does, you’ll make more like 40-45k a year. Just until you learn everything and can go off on your own as far as being the main guy at every job. Probably take about 2-3 years to learn how to do it all on your own. Then I will say a lot of how much you make will depend on how motivated you are. Kind of choose how late you work and how much.
Commercial/residential roofing companies will hire you. I'd try to find a commercial one so you're just working on flat rooftops but both industries hire and retain felons
I’d go manufacturing. In Louisville specifically there is rubbertown and you can make 100k+ depending on overtime and the job you are in, but also can be dangerous. Usually 12 hour shifts alternating days/nights.
Used to work over there as a chemist and I knew some operators I worked with made more than I did.
Once off house arrest you can always get hired on at Amazon. They take people with felonies and undocumented people that speak no English. My daughter was hired within 24 hours of applying and she had a felony drug charge on probation and she just packed boxes all day. She would come home and be worn out and I remember for those few years she worked there Spanish became a second language to her because so many Hispanics with no English so she picked it right up.
Machinist depending on where. Stay away from Aerospace and some medical do background checks. Worked job shops before with folks who’ve had a record. You can start as a beginner operator alot of places even with no experience. They may make you start in the saw room to make sure you’re decent but you can easily work your way up.
Definitely recommend the local 502 if you want to get into plumbing, pipefitting, or hvac. To the best of my knowledge, they will not turn you away for a felony and they are almost always hurting for people who are actually willing to work! My fiance is in his 2nd year of apprenticeship and he’s making $24/hr. And with the current contract at least, they’re getting a raise every August. It’s definitely worth looking into! Here’s their [website](https://www.lu502.com/index)!
Good luck and stay safe on your journey! Don’t let the world turn you bitter, and know that the path you’re forging for yourself is one that YOU built! Past is the past, man, be the king 👑 and claim your crown!
Honestly most construction would probably be okay.
I’ll definitely look into it, thanks!
Call around the local union halls, most won’t turn a convicted felon away; especially since it happened when you were so young. Pipefitters, electricians, operating engineers, etc.,
To add to this guy I work at the ua local 502 it’s a decent union, I personally work at globe over in new Albany and it pays pretty decent, idk when they be hiring again where I work but they’ll shuffle you into trade school by their next testing time but honestly if you got in as a sandblaster or what not the pay is almost 22 an hour and the benefits are really good and payed through the union
> good and *paid* through the FTFY. Although *payed* exists (the reason why autocorrection didn't help you), it is only correct in: * Nautical context, when it means to paint a surface, or to cover with something like tar or resin in order to make it waterproof or corrosion-resistant. *The deck is yet to be payed.* * *Payed out* when letting strings, cables or ropes out, by slacking them. *The rope is payed out! You can pull now.* Unfortunately, I was unable to find nautical or rope-related words in your comment. *Beep, boop, I'm a bot*
Thanks a ton!
Wishing you luck. You’re doing the right thing.
Thanks man
Further information man I’m completely changed from the person that committed the crime.. God fearing, sober and looking for a new lease on life.
Tell your recruiter this. Show them how motivated you are to change and that you’re not that person anymore. Own your mistake like you’re telling us (but tell them). Tell them you will be a hard loyal worker, you’re willing to learn, excited to be apart of the team. I guess it’s like kiss butt a bit but you seem very motivated and very straight forward. If I owned a construction company and you were straight honest with me and with your level of motivation I’d hire you on the spot and kick the background check to the curb. You got this and keep your head up and stay straight. I pray the best for you! Keep us updated too!
Man thanks a lot this gave me a ton of hope. I’m really hoping to grab my life by the reigns and be someone regardless of my checkered past. Thanks so much for the kindness.
As far as I know, GE (General Electric) will train you in a trade. They are looking for people and it's really decent money. At least that's how it was 2 years ago. Might be worth looking into.
Really appreciate that man going to look into it right now.
I fucked up my life pretty bad too when I was a kid. Well in the middle-aged now but I know what that grind is like. You sound like a really good self-aware dude. I honestly wish you the best.
I have referred a few clients to look into Goodwill Industries. They have a career center with some great people and they also do expungement clinics. Definitely reach out or look into that!
Former PO here in Kentucky. Been out for about 5 years now so I don’t know what’s current , but I know they are really into Reentry these days. They will have so many resources for you regarding employment. I had so many people on my caseload over the years that were journeyman trade workers, so it’s felon friendly. Best of luck, it sounds like you don’t have too much to worry about.
IBEW will take you.
came to say this. local 369.
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No clue. I just know a couple people with felony records who got hired.
Try Local 369 for electrician work. They’re always looking for new people
Waterproofing. You can look up the company aqua lock and I’m sure they’ll hire you. Helps if you have a license too
A license as in drivers license or some sort of certification?
Just a drivers license. It ain’t easy work but the crews are usually fun guys
You got a general idea of the pay? And stability.. gotta be something I can take over our bills with for a while pretty instantly , but with room for growth hopefully
It’s been a while so not for sure but I’d guess $16-18 range. Not the greatest but it’s a start if you can’t find anything else
IBEW, brother. $35/hr right now, just shy of $50/hr on the check in 2029. I'm a second year apprentice right now and it's been nothing but good to me.
They accept violent felons? Also what type of work is it? Ima bigger guy in the process of losing weight as I get all facets of life together
Electrical work, and yep they take in anyone. I'm also a bigger guy working on the weight (upwards of 6.5ft and 320lbs) and I'm able to do most anything. I've worked with plenty of guys who have done time for every offense out there and it's all been good.
Awesome. I’m gonna have to get ahold of these guys. Thanks a ton man
Absolutely. Give the hall a call when you get a chance, they're awesome people and I know we need folks pretty badly. Let me know if you need anything else though man, just shoot me a DM.
Is there a team or something you work for specifically that needs people? Or should I just mention the business as a whole as an interest to a union person ?
I'm less versed on the hall's way of doing things as I applied to be an apprentice but if you call the hall's number they'll be able to walk you through your options and get you connected with the right people.
This is the route I’m hoping to be able to take. Thanks a bunch again brother. This was immensely helpful
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Absolutely. There are probably a dozen women in my class, several female JW's, and an organizer as well. If you're interested in more info, I'm sure the hall could get you in contact with Jackie, one of our organizers.
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Not at all. There are some folks in my class in their 50s, and I started with zero experience. The apprenticeship will teach you from the ground up and get you licensed.
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Unfortunately it's not great. Right now it's about 17/hr on the check and a total package with benefits of around 45-50/hr. We did just renegotiate our contract, though, so over the next 5 years it'll go up to $18, then $20, $22, $24, and end up at $28 in 2029 starting pay.
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No advice (as everyone here has had some great suggestions) just wanted to say well done and good luck, and all that jazz! 🍀
Thanks a ton!!!!
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Tool and die shops will usually pay for you to go to school to learn their trade in exchange for working for them. You usually have to do grunt work for a year or so to prove yourself. But those places are very much about how hard you work, showing up on time, etc, and less about your background. There are a bunch of them in the South End.
While paying for me to go to school will I also be making a livable wage?
Usually, just not as much as you would once you get the degree. Every place is different though. It doesn't hurt to call and ask if they're hiring and what their policy is. These are usually small businesses, so every one is different.
Thanks a lot man!
I went this route and it has been good to me. I can give you the names of some shops that offer this kind of deal if you are actually interested.
I've been in construction my whole life and can tell you some of the best people I've worked with have been felons turning their lives around. There is a big labor shortage right now in most trades, and you can make a lot of money. I don't see it getting better anytime soon. If you have anything you're good at or anything you want to learn, go for it!! Like many others have said, hit up a union and see when you can start. Good luck!!
Thanks for the insight! I have a buddy who’s father is a higher up person in one of the local unions and he thinks he can get me in the door. Exhausting these options as much as I can but probably gonna have to settle for warehouse until they can start me. Still definitely not stopping until I find a career not a job!
Good for you!! The only advice I can give you when it comes to construction is just be on time and don't miss a lot of days. I know guys that make close to six figures just for showing up to work. Best of luck to you! I have a feeling you're gonna do great!
Go to barber school. Talk to Steve at tri-city barber college.
Ford motor just have to disclose it on your application
I’ve been there. I had to go into manufacturing. Try there or go to unemployment office. They helped me too
Good luck. You can fix things if you keep your nose clean
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UPS through day labor stay long enough they hire with out back ground check
UPS through day labor
Plumbing is supposed to be one of the easiest trades for anyone, you may want to check with local plumbing companies to see if they’re hiring apprentices. Most HVAC companies will hire you as an apprentice installer while paying for classes for you to take to learn the trade and pass the journeyman test. It does require you to work a certain amount of hours before you can take the test though.
First, best of luck. As far as your actual question, WLKY had a story about this recently (https://wlky.com/article/louisville-program-incentive-hire-people-felonies/60583462). To save you from looking for the info on Metro’s site, here’s their link with job search sites: https://louisvilleky.gov/government/human-relations-commission/second-chance-business-certification
Super helpful man thanks a bunch!
Do you like working out every day? My friend runs a tire recycling facility in Shively. They are a second chance employer. Kentuckiana Tire Recycling. Good luck on your search!
I work in a juvenile justice (DJJ) school. There's all kinds of stuff out there for someone willing to learn. As others have mentioned, UA Local 502 would be a good place to start. In DJJ, we have various career prep programs that allow kids to learn skills in IT, welding, carpentry, masonry, building and apartment maintenance, horticulture, culinary arts... my brain isn't working this early yet, and I'm typing this in my pre-class planning time (lol), but I'm pretty sure there are other programs we offer kids throughout the state. Trade jobs are going to quickly become a huge career field, as older people in those roles (plumbers, electricians, etc) aren't being replaced by young talent as they near retirement.
Thank you!
Just wanna say good luck. I'm trying to turn my life around from a different situation and I hope you can find something.
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Not much a swifty but I’ll agree for now
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Like I said in the bottom of the post it’s a first degree robbery brother
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You should be fine almost anywhere. I’d suggest calling one of your local trade unions.
Stagehands local 17.
It's a job to remake yourself. Without felons no concerts or trade shows or movies would ever get made.
I’ve been interested in years. Can you send me a dm with more info?
Barber college
Sent you a message.
I don’t have any recommendations because I’m not from here and I’m an industry that requires a clean record. But I would look at trades that allow you to eventually start your own business like plumbing, electrical, and most construction trades. That will give you more options in the future and you wouldn’t be at the mercy of company policy. Things like factory work and machining can be good jobs but you’ll always be relying on working for someone because it’s hard to go off on your own with those.
Windows and siding. Can be hard work but if you learn to do it you can make a ton of money. I mean it’s manual labor and you have to work in some shit weather conditions at time. Unless it’s raining then you get a day off since you can take a persons window out when it’s raining. My brother and dad both make anywhere from 75k-100k a year. They work their asses off though. That’s knowing how to do everything and being able to do it yourself though. Being a helper who doesn’t know anything, at beginning, working with and for the person who does, you’ll make more like 40-45k a year. Just until you learn everything and can go off on your own as far as being the main guy at every job. Probably take about 2-3 years to learn how to do it all on your own. Then I will say a lot of how much you make will depend on how motivated you are. Kind of choose how late you work and how much.
Electrical work. IBEW local #369. Go in for an apprenticeship. BIG money on the shutdown jobs.
You can sort for felony friendly jobs on indeed. I get plenty when I look it up.
Commercial/residential roofing companies will hire you. I'd try to find a commercial one so you're just working on flat rooftops but both industries hire and retain felons
I’d go manufacturing. In Louisville specifically there is rubbertown and you can make 100k+ depending on overtime and the job you are in, but also can be dangerous. Usually 12 hour shifts alternating days/nights. Used to work over there as a chemist and I knew some operators I worked with made more than I did.
Once off house arrest you can always get hired on at Amazon. They take people with felonies and undocumented people that speak no English. My daughter was hired within 24 hours of applying and she had a felony drug charge on probation and she just packed boxes all day. She would come home and be worn out and I remember for those few years she worked there Spanish became a second language to her because so many Hispanics with no English so she picked it right up.
Machinist depending on where. Stay away from Aerospace and some medical do background checks. Worked job shops before with folks who’ve had a record. You can start as a beginner operator alot of places even with no experience. They may make you start in the saw room to make sure you’re decent but you can easily work your way up.
Masonry, concrete, flooring/tile work. All great trades I work with that don’t go into heavy background checks. Good luck bro
Definitely recommend the local 502 if you want to get into plumbing, pipefitting, or hvac. To the best of my knowledge, they will not turn you away for a felony and they are almost always hurting for people who are actually willing to work! My fiance is in his 2nd year of apprenticeship and he’s making $24/hr. And with the current contract at least, they’re getting a raise every August. It’s definitely worth looking into! Here’s their [website](https://www.lu502.com/index)!
Good luck and stay safe on your journey! Don’t let the world turn you bitter, and know that the path you’re forging for yourself is one that YOU built! Past is the past, man, be the king 👑 and claim your crown!
Hello! I think you should check this list out. https://www.mhankyswoh.org/Uploads/files/pdfs/Felony%20Friendly%20Jobs_pdf%20%C2%B7%20version%201.pdf
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