What is your occupation

As a member who loves this website, I wanted to build a compilation of the types of occupations of the people who frequent this website. Because of the fact that we like to discuss alternative topics I've heard people call us everything from nut jobs to kids hiding in their parents basements, crazies, and any other negative term you can think of. Over my years of being here, I have spoken to all kinds of people from all walks of life, I've met computer engineers, pilots, mechanics, So I'm creating this thread as a reference point to share when we get called crazies. All I'm asking for is a quick reference to what you do for a living.

Myself, I work in the automotive electronics field.
I have certificates in mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, and network engineering.

a reply to: DonVoigt

Paid shill. Haven't you heard?

I run a peanut processing facility. Being a nut job kind of comes with the territory.

Ten years, big loud machines, and creative ways of problem solving.

I also learned Spanish working here.

a reply to: DonVoigt

20 years Firefighter 3 structural and AARF. 16 of that as a Paramedic and Flight Medic. The remaining 4 as an RN-PHRN.
Early on I was a Sheriff Deputy. But that didn't last.

On the side I do Special FX and Makeup.
Volunteer most my time now painting shoes for Children with Cancer or other terminal or severe illnesses.




Current status.. Retired and volunteering still teaching firefighters.

I'm on welfare

originally posted by: weirdguy
I'm on welfare

Your avatar screams needy...lol

a reply to: weirdguy

Welfare is not an occupation, I consider that temporary assistance until you get back on your feet. What job skills do you have or what have you worked as?

originally posted by: hopenotfeariswhatweneed

originally posted by: weirdguy
I'm on welfare

Your avatar screams needy...lol

ha ha I was at a Steel Panther concert in that pic.

a reply to: DonVoigt

I'm a graphic designer..
Print, web, motion, and on the side a little bit of 3D modeling.

### I DID TEACH at ITT until they freaking shut down a week ago as well at nights...
But it's ok as that was more for experience anyway for later in life.

Graffik

originally posted by: DonVoigt
a reply to: weirdguy

Welfare is not an occupation, I consider that temporary assistance until you get back on your feet. What job skills do you have or what have you worked as?

spent most of my life in the publishing game, now I study applied science.

Exotic dancer.

I run a sanctuary for homeless pigeons..

originally posted by: AugustusMasonicus

Exotic dancer.

Pics or it didn't happen!

a reply to: Bigburgh

ahhahhahhhahaaa...! thats all i got...ahhhahnhhaha

a reply to: DonVoigt

I've had close to 15 jobs in almost 20 years of working. I'm currently running an engineering business but I've handed my notice in to move elsewhere. I get bored easily.

I've worked in retail, research, motor trade, solicitors, media, psychology (that's what I'm qualified in)...

I just can't ever find something I like/don't get bored of.

I think I'll be starting my own business in a couple of years.

a reply to: Bigburgh

Respect.

Those shoes look brilliant too.

originally posted by: Bigburgh
Pics or it didn't happen!

You bring some singles?

Chemist, looking for a job for a while now

a reply to: and14263

Respect right back.

I know a couple people whom are very smart. But get bored fast. They find a subject or intrest in a field, fully immerse themselves in it. Know it inside and out, then move on.

Currently, editorial for an electronic publishing company. So, yes, I am a paid grammar nazi among other things.

I have also spent time working with children who have learning disabilities and as a classroom teacher and the usual stint in retail.