Funny but true

[Montauk17]

[Montauk17]

Anybody trying to find a new job knows the meaning....then they want to pay you 10 bucks an hour with 5 years of experience and wonder why the position stays open.

[Matt G]

I completely understand where you're coming from. Since when "entry level" needs 3-5 years experience? What in the Hell is the 0-3 range called then? Just do what I did an apply for them all. At worst they won't call you and at best you get interviewing practice or the job!! Good luck with the search!

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by Matt G

I completely understand where you're coming from. Since when "entry level" needs 3-5 years experience? What in the Hell is the 0-3 range called then? Just do what I did an apply for them all. At worst they won't call you and at best you get interviewing practice or the job!! Good luck with the search!

Don't know when they started doing that but it is stupid. I think my biggest problem is my age. So many people my age are drug heads. Now days with all the different ways to fake a piss test companys are less willing to take a chance. I always got a job from knowing someone or a friend of,it's not easy without that for sure!

[BIG RED 1983]

What kind of work are you looking for

[Montauk17]

Anything that pays a check with a normal schedule,no 24 hr call BS.

[MathGeek]

Originally Posted by Montauk17

Don't know when they started doing that but it is stupid. I think my biggest problem is my age. So many people my age are drug heads. Now days with all the different ways to fake a piss test companys are less willing to take a chance. I always got a job from knowing someone or a friend of,it's not easy without that for sure!

This will be one of Colorado's unintended consequences of legalizing marijuana: the ability of companies/schools to test and fire for pot use is in a legal limbo. There are sure to be court battles against companies for attempting to implement hiring/retention policies relative to a legal activity (smoking marijuana).

It probably won't touch the federal employers, but tons of private companies in a wide array of businesses are in a tight spot. If they don't test for marijuana, they face legal liabilities for potential on the job accidents. If they do test, they face legal proceedings.

But another insanity currently gripping the Colorado culture is the discrimination against conservatives. If you want to work in Colorado, take care that nothing on your employment application or internet persona identifies you as a conservative Christian, a firearms enthusiast, or a tea party supporter. Certainly, you should avoid the triple whammy! Yes, it is that bad.

I'm not sure how old you are, but a bold step of listing yourself as "drug free" on a resume, cover letter, or initial meeting may open some doors to employers intentionally trying to hire drug free employees.

Shake their hand firmly, look them in the eye and say something like, "If you're looking to hire a hard working, honest living, drug free employee, then I'm your man."

[Sightwindow]

Originally Posted by Montauk17

Don't know when they started doing that but it is stupid. I think my biggest problem is my age. So many people my age are drug heads. Now days with all the different ways to fake a piss test companys are less willing to take a chance. I always got a job from knowing someone or a friend of,it's not easy without that for sure!

Might wanna look into your avatar for clues. I'm sure it's not emblazoned on your shirt during interviews, but the perception might bleed through somehow.

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by Sightwindow

Might wanna look into your avatar for clues. I'm sure it's not emblazoned on your shirt during interviews, but the perception might bleed through somehow.

My piss test and hair folical test shows the truth. You can fake a piss test but not a hair test.

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by MathGeek

This will be one of Colorado's unintended consequences of legalizing marijuana: the ability of companies/schools to test and fire for pot use is in a legal limbo. There are sure to be court battles against companies for attempting to implement hiring/retention policies relative to a legal activity (smoking marijuana).

It probably won't touch the federal employers, but tons of private companies in a wide array of businesses are in a tight spot. If they don't test for marijuana, they face legal liabilities for potential on the job accidents. If they do test, they face legal proceedings.

But another insanity currently gripping the Colorado culture is the discrimination against conservatives. If you want to work in Colorado, take care that nothing on your employment application or internet persona identifies you as a conservative Christian, a firearms enthusiast, or a tea party supporter. Certainly, you should avoid the triple whammy! Yes, it is that bad.

I'm not sure how old you are, but a bold step of listing yourself as "drug free" on a resume, cover letter, or initial meeting may open some doors to employers intentionally trying to hire drug free employees.

Shake their hand firmly, look them in the eye and say something like, "If you're looking to hire a hard working, honest living, drug free employee, then I'm your man."

Funny you mention this,my dad suggested I put drug free on my resume and I did. As for my age I am 27. The biggest problem is most company's have their job postings online and do not have any contact info. The days of in person applications and asking to speak to a manager is mostly lost with the times.

[sniper3726]

Originally Posted by Sightwindow

Might wanna look into your avatar for clues. I'm sure it's not emblazoned on your shirt during interviews, but the perception might bleed through somehow.

I agree , I don't think sight necessarily means it portrays a drug head , but it does let the imagination of everyone who sees it draw a conclusion...
For instance Ws avatar does not leave much to the imagination . It's simple, a short guy releasing a fish from a slow boat

[Montauk17]

I'm not looking to get a job from this site so it does not affect anything. I liked the avatar because we would be better off with jeff bridges being president then the joke in now..

[bab52]

Give me a call if u feel like doing residential electrical work. 278-5854

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by bab52

Give me a call if u feel like doing residential electrical work. 278-5854

I will get with you,I have an interview at 2 this afternoon. I have no experience in that line of work,is that required? Thanks

[Fishmaster19]

Originally Posted by Montauk17

Funny you mention this,my dad suggested I put drug free on my resume and I did. As for my age I am 27. The biggest problem is most company's have their job postings online and do not have any contact info. The days of in person applications and asking to speak to a manager is mostly lost with the times.

Yeah most companies will only accept applications online! and they wonder why they have idiots working for them. They never take the time to meet anyone anymore!

[MathGeek]

Originally Posted by Fishmaster19

Yeah most companies will only accept applications online! and they wonder why they have idiots working for them. They never take the time to meet anyone anymore!

Exactly! My wife and I just went through this treadmill looking for employment in Louisiana. And all three job offers we got were cases where we had previous personal or professional contact with the hiring managers. You can make that the last four job offers we've gotten if you go back to 2009 and include my AF job where one of my old friends was on the hiring committee. Now, if resumes like ours can't land a job without "knowing someone" what in the world is the average hard working fellow to do?

[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by MathGeek

Exactly! My wife and I just went through this treadmill looking for employment in Louisiana. And all three job offers we got were cases where we had previous personal or professional contact with the hiring managers. You can make that the last four job offers we've gotten if you go back to 2009 and include my AF job where one of my old friends was on the hiring committee. Now, if resumes like ours can't land a job without "knowing someone" what in the world is the average hard working fellow to do?

In my experience it is almost impossible to land a decent job without knowing someone at the company you are sending resumes to. I must have sent over 200 emails and got very few calls.

[Montauk17]

I am considering going to truck driving school to get my cdl....the online job postings are full of driving jobs. Just hard to drop 5 grand with no promise of landing a job.

[Country Boy]

Originally Posted by Montauk17

I am considering going to truck driving school to get my cdl....the online job postings are full of driving jobs. Just hard to drop 5 grand with no promise of landing a job.

Yeah I taught about getting my cdl also. I have a friend that drives a 1 ton flatbed for united vision in Broussard. He pretty much stays delivering and pick up on the La. Coast also makes real good money sometimes 2k a week but is always on the road.


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[Montauk17]

Originally Posted by Country Boy

Yeah I taught about getting my cdl also. I have a friend that drives a 1 ton flatbed for united vision in Broussard. He pretty much stays delivering and pick up on the La. Coast also makes real good money sometimes 2k a week but is always on the road.


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My uncle works for united vision as well and makes good money. He has a 1 ton and pulls a 40' float. My problem is I don't have the money or credit good enough to buy a truck. I would have to drive a company truck till I can afford my own. You don't make nearly the amount of money vs. running your own truck. All you need is a class D cdl to hotshot,very easy to get just study and take a test at dmv.