So for context I recently switched careers at 36 years old from doing various trades (iron work, welding, demo) to become a plumber. As an older experienced plumber im doing very well where im at however compared to wages in my area we are one of the lowest for non union ICI CONSTRUCTION. On top of that the company takes advantage of my experience where I end up assisting sheet metal or taking the lead on parts of projects that dont involve plumbing (like demo, building things etc.) So I dont feel like im.learning as much as id want to (im currently in my 2nd term).
Its a little slow in my area (southern ontario, Canada) so I haven't had a ton of luck finding another plumbjng job ATM. I can easily go back to the labors union and make very close to journeyman rate while I look for something or should I stick it out while I look to keep getting hours?
Union in my area isn't really taking anyone, I've applied and signed my card but the reps wont get back.to me.