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In this raw and honest episode of Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast, we sit down with gas engineer and plumbing content creator Christopher Gomez (@c5gom_plumbing) to unpack his real-life journey into the trade.
From dropping out of college and failing his first apprenticeship to learning everything the hard way on-site, Chris opens up about the struggles, late nights, breakdowns (both mental and boiler-related), and the power of persistence.
We also dive into:
How social media helped him build a following (and criticism that came with it)
The difference between site work and domestic plumbing
Dealing with breakdowns, leaks, and near disasters
His thoughts on apprenticeships, working for free, and the importance of honest trade content
This one’s a must-watch for apprentices, new engineers, or anyone who’s ever questioned if they’re cut out for the tools. Chris doesn’t sugarcoat it — and that’s why this chat hits different.
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⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.
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