Gordon Like you this is the 2nd GM dealership that has had to layoff people. Again being the last "A" hired, I was the first to go. Worst part is I out worked the rest week in and out. Took the time to help everyone in the garage. The slugs with 2 year there and do nothing get to stay. The A$$ kissing in the place is unreal. I was going to ask my boss how he can take a crap with the 3 hemoriods on his butt.
This week another guy is getting cut. Anyway Gordon I was looking at the solar industry for work and the problem is that there are no colleges teaching these courses on the east coast. I would have to move to the southwest for 2 years. The company here in Bridgewater is looking for people and starting money is $85,000.00-$87,000.00 for the first 90 days. After this mid 90's and over 100K for a foreman. At my age, I am having enough trouble keeping up withthe new cars and trucks and computor systems. There are companies lining up in Cali needing guys in this field. I am getting to old for roof hanging but all the ground work is very doable. Good luck in your search Rick L. 2 dealerships are closing each week in NJ. The ones that make it through the next year are GOLD.
Ps I have had 4 friends go into the nursing field and within 3 years they have all quit and found something else. Burnout and DEATH everyday where the causes. 1 is dead from drugs, 2 are AA for life, Bob is unknown. He left wife and kids with house and money, went to airport and flew away. no info as to where. This was 2 years ago. He left with a nice life insurance policy for the family. They are still fighting for the money. Bad deal all the way around. Watch MASH and see if that show bothers you. That's what you are looking at. Not trying to depress you, but show the REAL cold hard issues of a hospital.