Thread: i have a problem

Congratulations on the job, Metalhead; it might not be your dream job but it's a start, and I know the feeling when it's a struggle to find work.

Just a thought, but would you consider the offshore drilling industry? It's not for everyone, and it can take time to get the first job, but once you've got that first hitch in then you've got a real chance for good promotions and pay, all based on hard work. I'm inked and pierced (nothing too visible though) but some of the guys I work with have more ink than skin and if they died they could be sold for scrap metal value!

That's just how I've found the industry over here in Europe, of course your side of the pond may differ.

Congratulations again!

Ian.

Pretty much the same. Money's good too. We just had 3 medics quit to go offshore.

Originally Posted by Ditch Doc

Pretty much the same. Money's good too. We just had 3 medics quit to go offshore.

That's what I do! (dispense cold "cures" dig foreign bodies out of peoples' eyes and very occasionally get to do something interesting!)

Congrats on the job. One suggestion that I'm surprised didn't get mentioned as a career choice is barber or even beauty college. I think they are fairly lenient, and you could always open your own shop.

Good idea tony! He might have to wait awhile to save up the dough for school, but the independence it would provide would be great!

Good idea Tony!

You could open up an alternative barber's. Piercings & ink welcome if not necessary. Just leave your attitude at the door & come in & have a great shave.

I know exactly what you mean, Metalhead. My work history is very chequered. It does make finding a decent interesting job more difficult. I would have suggested trying some voluntary work as a way in. It seems to impress employers no end if you are prepared to do something without obvious reward. Cannot think why.

i really like that idea im gunna have to look into that when i am in a better situation thaks for the suggestion

Originally Posted by taketwoaspirin

That's what I do! (dispense cold "cures" dig foreign bodies out of peoples' eyes and very occasionally get to do something interesting!)

Cool, I got tired of the street and went into the Army for 4 years. I took care of 60 American soldiers and 200 Iraqi, and was their combat medic on missions. A lot of the cold cures and stitching too. I never tried offshore, and I've had my fill of leaving my family, so I doubt it's in my future.

Also, congrats on the job. Now you can feel a little better about things while you look for your true calling.