05-30-2013, 03:35 AM
RE: The thought of doing electrical work for the next 20 years is horrifying
In 1989, Uncle Sam decided I was an electrician. I don't mind the more technical aspects of the job like troubleshooting and wiring controls, but I despise grunt work. Working outside in 100 degree weather running conduit or pulling wire is just this side of dental work in my book. I am much more comfortable behind a computer for hours at a time. Thankfully, I work electrical maintenance which means a whole lot of sitting around waiting for stuff to break at the moment. I hope to never go back to construction. I respect those who enjoy outside work, but the trip from my home to my car is about all of the outdoors I am interested in.
ncpenn Wrote:Why is that? (And I would genuinely like to know; no hidden agenda here.)
In 1989, Uncle Sam decided I was an electrician. I don't mind the more technical aspects of the job like troubleshooting and wiring controls, but I despise grunt work. Working outside in 100 degree weather running conduit or pulling wire is just this side of dental work in my book. I am much more comfortable behind a computer for hours at a time. Thankfully, I work electrical maintenance which means a whole lot of sitting around waiting for stuff to break at the moment. I hope to never go back to construction. I respect those who enjoy outside work, but the trip from my home to my car is about all of the outdoors I am interested in.
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