What do you do for a living?

[marillion]

My official title is: Fire Prevention and Outreach Program Manager for New Mexico State Forestry... Along with the unofficial title of State Fire Information Officer...

All that adds up to mean that I handle all outreach and education about our programs and get to do all the projects that 1. No one else wants to do and 2. The boss isn't sure who should really do them, so I'll give it do Dan and see what happens...

I also get to wear the Smokey Bear suit!

 

[Timby]

I handle day-to-day website management and coordinate, plan and execute email marketing campaigns at a convention and visitors bureau. I also do a couple of speaking engagements at tourism-related conferences each year.

 

[doubleohfive]

doubleohfive, do you happen to know if ABC might currently need a really good sound specialist? A friend of mine lives in LA and is seeking a job. But all he gets are unpaid internships. He has a rather impressive project list which includes Black Scorpio (postproduction), Hold (sound recordist) and Dog Town and Z-Boys (digital sound transfer).
He's really good but he limps and looks a bit weird (he got injured in an accident as a kid afaik) and that puts many potential employers off Hollywood is all about good looks, apparently. Even behind the scenes.

I'm sorry, I don't know what to tell you. And while I won't deny that yes, outward appearance can be very valuable and highly regarded in this town, I've also found that even more useful and more powerful a tool is simply "who you know." Ninety-five percent of the jobs I've had have been because friends, former co-workers, or referrals from former co-workers/bosses have hired me because they know I'm good at what I do and that I work hard. And I say this as someone who doesn't personally think that I myself am all too attractive.

 

[SmoothieX]

My official title is: Fire Prevention and Outreach Program Manager for New Mexico State Forestry... Along with the unofficial title of State Fire Information Officer...

I'll be touring NM in April, I'd love to get some input on places I should see.

I'm a civil engineer licensed in several states in the Northeast. I earn decent wages in part because of things that come out of your respective anuses.

 

[bbailey861]

^Hell, I needed that laugh today, thanks!!

 

[rhubarbodendron]

I'm a civil engineer licensed in several states in the Northeast. I earn decent wages in part because of things that come out of your respective anuses.

a controller/supervisor for wastewater treatment facilities?
Just curious because my job involves the analysis of the biocoenosis in "activated sludge", a very sensitive indicator for possible technical problems in said facilities.

 

[Dukhat]

I narrate books on tape for the blind and physically handicapped.

 

[SmoothieX]

I'm a civil engineer licensed in several states in the Northeast. I earn decent wages in part because of things that come out of your respective anuses.

a controller/supervisor for wastewater treatment facilities?
Just curious because my job involves the analysis of the biocoenosis in "activated sludge", a very sensitive indicator for possible technical problems in said facilities.

Oh what I've designed is mostly collection systems and septic systems. I know the theory of WWTF's, but practice wise am pretty limited. All my work has been in consulting.

So I assume you're talking about monitoring for the sludge to see if you've got the right type, number, etc. of bugs in it?

 

[Kommander]

I play a millionaire at parties. At least I'd like to.

Starting Monday I'm doing some internal auditing stuff for a direct care provider. It's only for a month but pays somewhat decently and is infinitely better than the alternative considering my unemployment ran out at the end of June. They may have something else for me after the month, however, they're pretty much a 9-5 company as far as the office goes which won't work with my school schedule. In a month I need something part-time and flexible.

They hired my mom on Wednesday, and when they were describing the job to her, she noticed that it was fairly similar to my last job, so she mentioned that. The company is pressed for time on this audit thing. They want to get started Monday, and wanted four people, and they found three. So I called earlier today, the owner asked me to briefly describe my last job, and then hired me without seeing an application or resume or anything. It's fun when employers are desperate. Although, on Monday I have to provide evidence that I'm legally allowed to work in this country (I am) and pass a background check (shouldn't be a problem), and possibly a drug test (my friend insisted I try the medical marijuana he gets a few weeks ago... I should be fine).

I also sell chainmail stuff through a tattoo shop, but I haven't seen any money from that yet, and I'll be lucky if I see $50 a month from that. I'm looking into other outlets, but it probably won't be more than some occasional extra money.

I'm also toying with the idea of writing for Cracked.com. I'll see where that goes if I get around to it. They pay somewhat decently and take submissions from anyone, but the process is a pain in the ass and they require far more research than comedy should.

 

[Colonel Green]

I investigate welfare fraud.

 

[Mr Silver]

I investigate welfare fraud.

You must get a lot of threats, I don't envy you man!

 

[Gaseous Anomaly]

I'm an aircraft mechanic, I love what I do but tired of who I work for.

 

[PKTrekGirl]

I'm a CPA, currently working as a financial analyst for a large telecom company. I work with our Long Distance, Local Service, and Internet products....but we also do Cable TV and Wireless, including a bunch of retail outlets. In my 'free time' I also do some of the budgeting for the retail outlets.

In this economy, I'm just happy to have a job, to be honest.

 

[Kestra]

I'm a CPA, currently working as a financial analyst for a large telecom company. I work with our Long Distance, Local Service, and Internet products....but we also do Cable TV and Wireless, including a bunch of retail outlets. In my 'free time' I also do some of the budgeting for the retail outlets.

In this economy, I'm just happy to have a job, to be honest.

Did you ever end up doing your big move back to Alaska? Just wondering how things are going for you. Hope everything is well.

 

[rhubarbodendron]

Oh what I've designed is mostly collection systems and septic systems. I know the theory of WWTF's, but practice wise am pretty limited. All my work has been in consulting.

So I assume you're talking about monitoring for the sludge to see if you've got the right type, number, etc. of bugs in it?

basically yes. All these microorganisms are highly specialized and if you know their preferences you can use them as indicators. They usually show problems while the chemical results are still within the normal range.
They can also show me if the channel leading to the WWTF is too big or if there's too much rainwater in the mix.

Collection systems are cool! They are so difficult to plan. You have to take the natural slope into account, to be able to use as few pumps as possible. You need to build in spillways and emergency outfalls at the right places (preferably where the ecological damage by the wastewater won't be too bad). The channels must have the correct dimensions (too small and they'll flow over, too big and the water will foul). You must get the right angles and slopes all the time, to prevent a buildup of solids. And for financial reasons you must find the shortest possible route for your channels. That's a horrible lot you have to mind!

I gather you're from the US? Do you have different systems there for rainwater and wastewater or do you use a mixed system?

 

[SmoothieX]

Yeah, I'm from the US.

We used to have combined storm/sanitary sewers, and some older areas still do. Boston is notorious for this as an example. The intent is to have separate storm and sanitary lines because as soon as you mix the drainage in with the poop, it's considered poop. Also, where you have combined systems, you occasionally get untreated overflows to waterways. So it's generally frowned upon these days, and cities spend millions on projects to separate them.

Stormwater is a real pain in the butt because there are all these quality and quantity criteria you have to meet.

What sort of plant do you work at? Typical primary clarifier->nitrification->denitrification->secondary clarifier->chlorinattion type of setup or something fancy?

 

[Roshi]

I teach English.

 

[Alidar Jarok]

Yeah, I'm from the US.

We used to have combined storm/sanitary sewers, and some older areas still do. Boston is notorious for this as an example. The intent is to have separate storm and sanitary lines because as soon as you mix the drainage in with the poop, it's considered poop. Also, where you have combined systems, you occasionally get untreated overflows to waterways. So it's generally frowned upon these days, and cities spend millions on projects to separate them.

Stormwater is a real pain in the butt because there are all these quality and quantity criteria you have to meet.

What sort of plant do you work at? Typical primary clarifier->nitrification->denitrification->secondary clarifier->chlorinattion type of setup or something fancy?

Considering the massive problems with runoff (and people just being stupid and dumping their used car oil down the storm drain), it might not be a bad idea to treat both as contaminated anyway.

 

[Warp Coil]

I work in the exciting (not really) world of cable network television. I also do a little freelance web design work part-time. I just started volunteering to work with developmentally challenged adults, playing board games with them and just keeping them engaged and entertained.

 

[DimesDan]

Seriously. My life quite literally depends on the functionality of medical products. Without them I'd last a few weeks at the longest. It may seem trivial when you're doing your inspecting and packing, but I every day I rely on my glucometer to give accurate readings, my test strips to not be duds, and my insulin pens to inject the correct dosage. Any of these things being off by even a small percentage could lead to serious complications or death. So, yeah, your work is appreciated!

Same here. My Diabetes Nurse tried to get me to use a new tester, one that suggests how many units of insulin to take at a time, but I use this one which has everything contained inside. The cartridge did run out though at work the other day which was a pain. I've been toying with getting Pump but not sure if I want one just yet. - Talking about this has reminded me, I need to drop a repeat in to the Doctors after the weekend.

Oh I work in a supermarket, mainly in Beers, Wines and Spirits, but ultimately the Grocery Department.