Union vs non union pros and cons for Plumbers https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/4b23e569-6f95-4cf2-9dc3-0be3f9de30f7 Union vs non union pros and cons for Plumbers In this video, Roger Wakefield breaks down the real numbers behind union vs. nonunion plumbing careers—and what it actually means for your future. Right now, there’s a massive shortage of skilled tradespeople across the U.S., and contractors everywhere are competing for talent. But most plumbers are only hearing half the story about what their time is truly worth. 👉 Are you building a career… or just getting by? 👉 Will you retire with a $1M nest egg—or still be working at 75? We’re diving deep into: 💰 The REAL pay gap between union and nonunion plumbers 📊 Hourly wages, benefits, and total compensation breakdown 🧠 Training differences: structured apprenticeship vs. fast-track work 🛠️ Union vs. open shop pros and cons 🔒 Job security, healthcare, and long-term stability ⚡ Opportunities for hustlers and entrepreneurs in nonunion shops 📉 The truth? The average nonunion plumber could be leaving nearly $41,000 a year on the table when you factor in wages + benefits. Roger shares his personal experience: 14 years nonunion 17+ years union Residential, commercial, and industrial work This isn’t opinion—it’s the math, the training, and the reality of the trade. 🔥 If you’re in the trades—or thinking about it—this video could change your future. 👍 Share this with someone who’s grinding but not getting ahead 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more real-world plumbing advice 💬 Comment below: Are you union or nonunion? Have you done both? Don’t let the illusion of progress keep you from real wealth. #Plumbing #UnionVsNonUnion #SkilledTrades #Apprenticeship #BlueCollar #CareerAdvice Download the Wakefield App ▶️ https://wakefield.app/ Join our FREE community ▶️ https://discord.gg/zu3KHudqAB Get More Calls, Close More Jobs —Without Lifting a Finger! ▶️ https://rogersmarketingmachine.com Get the BEST Leak Detection Equipment ▶️ https://www.leak-pro.com/ ▶️ My favorite equipment & tools on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/shop/rogerwakefield ⏰ Chapters: *NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at NO COST TO YOU. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support! Thanks for watching! I'm Roger Wakefield, The Expert Plumber, and welcome to my channel. On this channel, it's ALL about plumbing. We play games, we experiment, and we have FUN here, talking and learning about all things plumbing! Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:27:36 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co Union vs non union pros and cons for Plumbers https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/videos/watch/4b23e569-6f95-4cf2-9dc3-0be3f9de30f7 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.