Jobs - Page 2

azoomm · 01-24-2010, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by goof2

You don't have enough information about the second job to make a decision. Apply for it if for no other reason than to get more details.

This.

Ninjakel · 01-24-2010, 02:46 PM

stick with the safe and secure job right now.

No Worries · 01-24-2010, 03:39 PM

Let's see. You have a sport bike, yet you live in a place with no curves. Secure jobs? You're a veteran, so you have preference for tons of jobs with the government. Anywhere in the country. You're young, or at least younger than me. As I see it, this is a great time to escape.

smileyman · 01-24-2010, 05:20 PM

Relocating sucks and is expensive. Most guys I know that work in powersports or dealerships get to be around stuff they love all day, but seldom have time to ride save their commutes. Safe and secure unless someone shows you the MONEY!

Fleck750 · 01-24-2010, 05:48 PM

As smileyman said, the powersports industry sucks right now. Doesn't matter what the job is, you won't make much for money, there are rarely any benefits, besides cheap parts.

I could go on, but I won't. It's too depressing.

Cutty72 · 01-24-2010, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Fleck750

As smileyman said, the powersports industry sucks right now. Doesn't matter what the job is, you won't make much for money, there are rarely any benefits, besides cheap parts.

I could go on, but I won't. It's too depressing.

If I enjoyed the position as much as I did when I worked in the boating industry, it would be well worth the 50-60+ hours I may end up working.

And I realize that the powersports industry sucks, there in lies the risk.

If the money is not better than the job I currently have, I would not accept the position. But with the description, its a relatively high job, I would figure it would be upwards of $45K.

Fleck750 · 01-24-2010, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Cutty72

If I enjoyed the position as much as I did when I worked in the boating industry, it would be well worth the 50-60+ hours I may end up working.

And I realize that the powersports industry sucks, there in lies the risk.

If the money is not better than the job I currently have, I would not accept the position. But with the description, its a relatively high job, I would figure it would be upwards of $45K.

45k? Sales or financing make that much in a good year.

Find out more and see exactly what the job is.

I love the m/c industry, but the pay sucks, they work weekends and only give vacations in the dead of winter.

goof2 · 01-24-2010, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Fleck750

45k? Sales or financing make that much in a good year.

Find out more and see exactly what the job is.

I love the m/c industry, but the pay sucks, they work weekends and only give vacations in the dead of winter.

I am inferring this so correct me if I am wrong but it sounds like you are thinking this is a job with a dealership. Being that he said this job is with a manufacturer the schedule might be a bit more "regular". I'm sure the outside reps who put on demo days etc. have a messed up work week but that might not be the case for everyone.

Cutty72 · 01-24-2010, 06:59 PM

Yeah, the job would be with Arctic Cat, so ATV's and sleds, no bikes.
Basically working with R&D to get the BOM down, work with suppliers to get the products needed, and help test the end product.
Also be sure that preproduction products are done on time and help release them to press and dealerships.

Cutty72 · 01-24-2010, 07:12 PM

I can still see some weekend work with media releases and such, but nothing excessive.
The more I look at it the more I like the description.

Anyone wanna tweak my resume for me?

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Stick with safe and secure where you are already established?	7	26.92%
Go for it! You have to love your job!	0	0%
Apply and make a decision when/if you get an offer.	18	69.23%
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01-24-2010, 02:46 PM	#2
Ninjakel Post whorette Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Florida Moto: 2006 GSXR 600- Posts: 3,992	stick with the safe and secure job right now. __________________ I'm gonna punch you in the ovary, that's what I'm gonna do. A straight shot. Right to the babymaker. --Ron Burgundy-- Anchorman

01-24-2010, 05:20 PM	#4
smileyman White Trash Hero Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NW Arkansas Moto: Buell 1125R Porco Rosso Edition Posts: 4,895	Relocating sucks and is expensive. Most guys I know that work in powersports or dealerships get to be around stuff they love all day, but seldom have time to ride save their commutes. Safe and secure unless someone shows you the MONEY! __________________ Arkriders.com To be the best you must first be willing to risk the worst!

01-24-2010, 05:48 PM	#5
Fleck750 Spiker bike Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: KCK Moto: KZ750 Posts: 1,629	As smileyman said, the powersports industry sucks right now. Doesn't matter what the job is, you won't make much for money, there are rarely any benefits, besides cheap parts. I could go on, but I won't. It's too depressing. __________________ I ride way too fast to worry about cholesterol. ~Author Unknown

01-24-2010, 03:39 PM	#3
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	Let's see. You have a sport bike, yet you live in a place with no curves. Secure jobs? You're a veteran, so you have preference for tons of jobs with the government. Anywhere in the country. You're young, or at least younger than me. As I see it, this is a great time to escape.