Automotive Careers?
11-24-2011, 04:23 AM
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im 22 and a jet engine tech in the air force, i just recently got my a&p license for use after i get out, anyways i love working on cars and jets are a whole different ballgame but i get the best of both worlds, work on jets during the day and my ss at night. its decent money although ive only been in a little over 2 years and was previously a tech at toyota. plus the idea of retiring at 40 rather than having odd jobs for as long as i live lets me have alot more time doing what i love, building projects
11-24-2011, 11:30 AM
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im 22 and a jet engine tech in the air force, i just recently got my a&p license for use after i get out, anyways i love working on cars and jets are a whole different ballgame but i get the best of both worlds, work on jets during the day and my ss at night. its decent money although ive only been in a little over 2 years and was previously a tech at toyota. plus the idea of retiring at 40 rather than having odd jobs for as long as i live lets me have alot more time doing what i love, building projects
11-25-2011, 05:41 PM
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im 22 and a jet engine tech in the air force, i just recently got my a&p license for use after i get out, anyways i love working on cars and jets are a whole different ballgame but i get the best of both worlds, work on jets during the day and my ss at night. its decent money although ive only been in a little over 2 years and was previously a tech at toyota. plus the idea of retiring at 40 rather than having odd jobs for as long as i live lets me have alot more time doing what i love, building projects
11-27-2011, 01:12 PM
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Yea its a good career, ive definately learned alot and working on the C130 hercules is definately some work. Its the only plane still in use besides the p-3 that is all mechanical(engine wise). its almost like working on a good ol carbuerated 350 compared to the new ****. And the fact that im certified to work on any jet engine leaves alot of oppurtunity if i wanna get out and have fun again at home.
11-30-2011, 10:05 AM
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How is the pay for something like that? I've been seriously thinking about enlisting for exactly what you are doing and any feedback for that whole area would be awesome. I realize that you are still enlisted, but what kind of realistic prospects when you get to the civilian side are there, and how crowded is the job market?
Between enlisting, School of Auto Machinists, and a 4 year degree, I'm really torn lol, didn't do all so hot in college the first go around and I know trying to go back would be expensive, but I really am not sure what to expect, especially being 22.
Between enlisting, School of Auto Machinists, and a 4 year degree, I'm really torn lol, didn't do all so hot in college the first go around and I know trying to go back would be expensive, but I really am not sure what to expect, especially being 22.
12-02-2011, 01:55 PM
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gofasterdammit and vonskee good luck on your future careers as techs, I hope you guys do much better than I did. I was a GM master cert. tech in electronics for many years an I stand by what I said earlier. One good piece of advice is getting into a high end shop or a performance shop.
Otherwise I will ask you guys the same question after 15-20 years on flatrate and see if the answers change.
Otherwise I will ask you guys the same question after 15-20 years on flatrate and see if the answers change.
There will always be cars and therefore the need for people to fix them. We are in a highly skilled profession and should be compensated for it. Thats why if your not happy with what your doing dont blame what you do especially if your good at it. Find somewhere else to do it where you will be better appreciated. Dont mean to sound negative its just my opinion. good luck
12-04-2011, 12:57 PM
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Oh yeah, you are right I stayed on waaaay to long at my last place that sucked, I was glad when I finally left turning wrenches for a living a few years ago. Its also true that we are highly trained and should be compensated for it, that's the trick though. IF you can find a place that pays well, then its all good. If I could have made $50k per year, I would still be be doing it. Sadly my best year was $31k and my worst was $15k. I was in it for almost 20 years an seen many changes, most not for the better and the tech is usually then loser when prices are 'adjusted' to make a customer happy.
I'm not arguing with you bud just offering an opinion and insight from someone that went through it all. BTW GM doesn't hand out master certifications to crappy tech and hacks, I payed my dues many times over. Like I said, I sincerly hope you will do better than I did, it sounds like you have the needed drive to do well.
I'm not arguing with you bud just offering an opinion and insight from someone that went through it all. BTW GM doesn't hand out master certifications to crappy tech and hacks, I payed my dues many times over.
Like I said, I sincerly hope you will do better than I did, it sounds like you have the needed drive to do well.
12-05-2011, 04:45 PM
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Oh yeah, you are right I stayed on waaaay to long at my last place that sucked, I was glad when I finally left turning wrenches for a living a few years ago. Its also true that we are highly trained and should be compensated for it, that's the trick though. IF you can find a place that pays well, then its all good. If I could have made $50k per year, I would still be be doing it. Sadly my best year was $31k and my worst was $15k. I was in it for almost 20 years an seen many changes, most not for the better and the tech is usually then loser when prices are 'adjusted' to make a customer happy.
I'm not arguing with you bud just offering an opinion and insight from someone that went through it all. BTW GM doesn't hand out master certifications to crappy tech and hacks, I payed my dues many times over. Like I said, I sincerly hope you will do better than I did, it sounds like you have the needed drive to do well.
I'm not arguing with you bud just offering an opinion and insight from someone that went through it all. BTW GM doesn't hand out master certifications to crappy tech and hacks, I payed my dues many times over.
Like I said, I sincerly hope you will do better than I did, it sounds like you have the needed drive to do well. good luck!!!:
12-10-2011, 03:12 AM
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How is the pay for something like that? I've been seriously thinking about enlisting for exactly what you are doing and any feedback for that whole area would be awesome. I realize that you are still enlisted, but what kind of realistic prospects when you get to the civilian side are there, and how crowded is the job market?
Between enlisting, School of Auto Machinists, and a 4 year degree, I'm really torn lol, didn't do all so hot in college the first go around and I know trying to go back would be expensive, but I really am not sure what to expect, especially being 22.
Between enlisting, School of Auto Machinists, and a 4 year degree, I'm really torn lol, didn't do all so hot in college the first go around and I know trying to go back would be expensive, but I really am not sure what to expect, especially being 22.
