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Old Apr 4, 2007 | 06:12 PM
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Due to circumstances at my present job, I feel the need to obtain other employment. The pay is horrendous, but I knew that from the start and the experience I get is worth enough to stay, but the smart-assed comments and shittiness of the work environment I'm in now warrants a change.

I am a SAM student. I am working in a machine shop now as an automotive machinist and engine builder/rebuilder.

I'm looking for a machine shop or performance shop that needs a hand on machines and in the assembly room. I don't care if it's deisel, auto, or race, just as long as it's fairly organized, the pay is consistent (I said consistent, not large) and I can have a decently enjoyable working relationship with my boss and coworkers. I'll start calling around tomorrow, but if anyone has any leads, please let me know.
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Old Apr 4, 2007 | 10:32 PM
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Old Apr 5, 2007 | 07:49 AM
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Originally Posted by TATER
Due to circumstances at my present job, I feel the need to obtain other employment. The pay is horrendous, but I knew that from the start and the experience I get is worth enough to stay, but the smart-assed comments and shittiness of the work environment I'm in now warrants a change.

I am a SAM student. I am working in a machine shop now as an automotive machinist and engine builder/rebuilder.

I'm looking for a machine shop or performance shop that needs a hand on machines and in the assembly room. I don't care if it's deisel, auto, or race, just as long as it's fairly organized, the pay is consistent (I said consistent, not large) and I can have a decently enjoyable working relationship with my boss and coworkers. I'll start calling around tomorrow, but if anyone has any leads, please let me know.
Are you willing to relocate?

I know of an opening up in DFW at a high end shop.
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Old Apr 5, 2007 | 07:00 PM
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There's a local shop here in Centex that just got a new 5 axis, and I think the owner is the only guy that knows how to use it. The shop does everything from Ft Hood contracts, to diesel engine repair to race engines..
254-773-5550 ask for Steve or 254-742-2585 and ask for Jay
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Old Apr 5, 2007 | 09:25 PM
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Thanks a bunch for the heads-up guys. I still have about 14 months left at SAM though, but if y'all are looking for people, let BigBronco know. He can steer ya in the right direction.
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Old Apr 5, 2007 | 09:58 PM
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how long do you go to SAM? im considering going
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 12:50 AM
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18 months if you separate the heads from the block class (9 months for each class) or 10 months if you do both together. You can check out http://www.samracing.com and get a lot of answers there.
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 01:46 AM
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HI Tater,
If you are serious and are willing to learn. I know a Performance Engine Shop in Spring Texas that could use some GOOD HELP right now. GRIGGS PEARFORMANCE ENGINES; Call TIm Griggs @ 713-992-1015. He is a great guy with a clean shop and looking for someone who has a good attitude and a passions for performance. LOL
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 09:55 AM
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Thanks Eaton, I'll give him a call on Monday.
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Old Apr 6, 2007 | 10:37 AM
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Two courses that are 9 Months a piece.

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