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[arff]

Any have pension and benefits

 

[Rene G]

Benefits are good, so is more vacation time. Good luck Doug

 

[Rene G]

Coffee time here

 

[Trashy]

I think the biggest question is how hard do I want to work for the next 15 or so years???

Not saying that I want a screw the pooch position, but I don't want to be busting ma balls everyday either

 

[Trashy]

I agree with pension and benefits

Wife agree's with highest wage, and no benefits to start

 

[Lightningmike]

Stability would play a key part in decisions these days

 

[snopro]

Stability would play a key part in decisions these days

I agree. My daughter had part time positions at the Foothills as she worked her way up and was always stressed about job interviews every time a job was posted. She stressed about purchasing our condo but as soon as she was offered a full time position you could see the weight was lifted off her shoulders and she became more relaxed again about life. Job security, benefits and a decent wage to me is better than a higher wage, harder physical work and no job security at my age anyways or for someone who needs a job bad. You can still keep looking and grab something better if the opportunity arises.

 

[snopro]

How was the bike ride yesterday Doug? It was one of the nicest days in recent memory here. Taking the Mustang out today and we are meeting with my sisters and Mom for a pizza lunch in the park. Looking forward to mashing the gas and having the wife scream at me that I'm trying to kill her! Lmao!

 

[Trashy]

Long story short

1. P/T @ 40/hour, handyman position, hours unknown each week, no benefits, able to write of personal expenses, work location unknown, per job. Private Company/Employer

2. F/T Starting at 20/hr, sit in forklift from 3pm-11pm 5 days/week, decent benefits & pension, O/T paid and required occasionally, located 9 mins North of my house. Could ride peddle bike if wanted. Large trucking/logistics company, well established.

3. F/T Starting @ 25/hr, equipment operator, 8+ hours/day, some weekends, great benefits and pension, O/T paid, located close to downtown in Stampede Park, 25 min drive thru the city. Division of the City of Calgary

Job 1. is guaranteed to start Monday morning. Job 2 final interview today @ 9am. Job 3 (2nd) online interview Monday at 11am

 

[snopro]

Wow big discrepancy in wage. Actually location is nice but City job looks the best to me. I have a buddy that worked for the City and he said they treated him well. What kind of equipment would you run? Better hours to.

 

[Trashy]

How was the bike ride yesterday Doug? It was one of the nicest days in recent memory here. Taking the Mustang out today and we are meeting with my sisters and Mom for a pizza lunch in the park. Looking forward to mashing the gas and having the wife scream at me that I'm trying to kill her! Lmao!

Lmao, that's awesome
My ride was great, getting a better feel for the bike, went for a nice cruise down the hi way. Told Jacky within another week or 2, I should be comfortable enough, to take her on a ride

 

[Rene G]

My recommendation.

Take all the job interviews and see how they go. Decide then what would be a better fit.

Also, don’t count your chickens before they hatch. You might not get offered all the positions.

I also think the city job would pave pretty sweet, if you get it.

 

[snopro]

Lmao, that's awesome
My ride was great, getting a better feel for the bike, went for a nice cruise down the hi way. Told Jacky within another week or 2, I should be comfortable enough, to take her on a ride

Yes need to feel secure before taking her. If you dump it you'll never get her on the bike again. lol.I would never feel comfortable riding as a passenger on a bike or sled. I need to have the control or I become a worry wart. Lol

 

[Trashy]

Wow big discrepancy in wage. Actually location is nice but City job looks the best to me. I have a buddy that worked for the City and he said they treated him well. What kind of equipment would you run? Better hours to.

Right.. that's why the decision is difficult..... 40 sounds great, if I get 30hrs/week. but if I get 0/week, not so great.
I have to be able to operate, forklift, skid steer, wheel loader, grader, dump truck, water truck, telehandler and various types of Ariel lifts, up to 80 extended. The grader is the only one I've never operated, everthing else, I'm either licensed or ticketed to operate. I like the City position too, just won't enjoy the commute

 

[Trashy]

Yes need to feel secure before taking her. If you dump it you'll never get her on the bike again. lol.I would never feel comfortable riding as a passenger on a bike or sled. I need to have the control or I become a worry wart. Lol

Actually. the best passenger, is a skilled rider. You know what I'll be needing, when I brake, accelerate, corner etc

 

[Trashy]

My recommendation.

Take all the job interviews and see how they go. Decide then what would be a better fit.

Also, don’t count your chickens before they hatch. You might not get offered all the positions.

I also think the city job would pave pretty sweet, if you get it.

Very good points as well. And your right, I may not get all the positions

 

[Trashy]

Ray, Mike, Ken and Rene

I've back read everything again and appreciate everyone's advice. I have lots to think about now LOL

 

[Rene G]

Ray, Mike, Ken and Rene

I've back read everything again and appreciate everyone's advice. I have lots to think about now LOL

Good luck Doug, I know what it’s like to be looking for work these days!

 

[Rene G]

Thinking about coffee #2 now

 

[arff]

Good Luck Doug.

One thing with the City, Pension will probably be Lapp. It is good. Medical, sick leave , etc etc.

With us I was told 23% is what benefits cost the City

So basically add that to your wage