There are about 70 on Book 1 and over 325 on Book 2. Taking about 3-4 weeks to catch out. You must have a travel letter and have proof that you have passed a journeyman's test to sign Book 2. Calls are slow, averaging from 2-5 per day in the last two weeks. Book 2 taking 3-4 weeks to get out.
Housing is very expensive.
Use the above link to access the local's web page. Calls have been steady and the Books are moving. Steel mill, refineries, power houses. Check The Richy Rich Show for daily calls. The peaker in Gilroy has started hiring.