What's your Day Job?

[SD45T-2]

i do aligment & brake jobs on peoples car's
i hate it. anyone want to swap jobs?

i do atleast 2 tie rods a day as well. THANKS CHEVY!

[slammin_e28]

Produce Technician at Kroger....at least thats what I call it. Soon to be student at Universal Technical Institute (Exton PA campus) in August. Shooting to become a BMW Tech.

[maddoge28]

i do aligment & brake jobs on peoples car's
i hate it. anyone want to swap jobs?

i do atleast 2 tie rods a day as well. THANKS CHEVY!

dude dont joke... i would trade you in a second.

i was 90 degrees in the sun and we were throwing down 400 asphalt.

can you imagine the the smell and radient heat?

[m.olennick]

I am a full-time student at WSU. I am pursuing a double major in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering.

On the side I work for a construction firm providing estimates and pull figures from blueprints, cubicle stuff. Hopefully I will have an internship here pretty quick.

[Terry Mustoe]

Psychologist...GO COUGS!

[vinceg101]

I work in architecture. I can't call myself an Architect for a few more years: I have to record IDP units and take the exams first.

Silly rule isn't it? They let almost anybody practice Architecture, but they don't let you use the title "Architect" unless you're licensed (at least here in California). Stick with it though, it is worth it in the end, at least for the personal satisfaction.

I got my license 11 years ago and after working for many others, some good some not so good, and working in construction estimating, I now work for myself. I may not be getting rich (that's a laugh) but I'm happier now.

Mostly residential with some commercial and condo work thrown in.

P.S. Sorry you couldn't make it down to Reno; would have liked to talk about the Portland Architecture scene.

[ctebb]

I am that guy that holds the pole with the mic on tv shows... well i do much more but that is what people would notice...

what i basically do is make sure that audio is being recorded for tv shows... to do this we use various wireless microphones, mixers, recorders, lackies etc.... I also do a bit of consulting, setting up shows and helping other sound mixers get around technical problems...

the rest of the time i play with my blackberry and look busy...

I am the guy that runs power to lights (when a '3rd') or works with the Director of Photography to design the light for Film/Tv (when a 'Gaffer').

Other than that, pretty much the same, except with an iPhone. Hoho.

[CRSHVCTM]

I work for the telephone company as an adiministrative assistant. I used to be an outside technician for them installing phones in peoples house. But a wonderful motorcycle accident ended that for me. The doctors seemed to frown apon me climbing ladders and gaffin poles after I broke my pelvic in 3 places.

[Das_Prachtstrasse]

I work for the telephone company as an adiministrative assistant. I used to be an outside technician for them installing phones in peoples house. But a wonderful motorcycle accident ended that for me. The doctors seemed to frown apon me climbing ladders and gaffin poles after I broke my pelvic in 3 places.

Yeah can't imagine they'd be too pleased.

[SD45T-2]

my day job is working at the shop,


i do brake jobs,and align cars, that have way to much caster & camber.


my cost for 750I pads & rotors are $75 for all 4

while at night, i change my name to roxanne, and walk the streets for money, not caring if its right or wrong.

[JoshInAtlanta]

i am pysco.

Is that pronounced piss-co or piz-co?

[WVe28]

Ninja Assassin for the gubment.

When I'm not doing that, I work with Army databases and automation systems.

[M5Greg]

Here's a hint. this is a picture from my um, office:


I'm a power lineman.

[The Baron]

Preacher

[Nanajoth]

I work at Rite-Aid, I wear a cool vest.

[Bonapartist]

Student and glass blower.

[C'ville Steve]

I am a High School History Teacher, and now I am on vacation. This is one of the reasons I teach. Over the next 9 weeks, I may work 3 or 4 days. Otherwise, I will be sleeping most of this week, working on my cars over the next few weeks, swimming and otherwise, avoiding the heat until I have to go back to the mayhem in the middle of August.

[hugh1850]

Institutional investment consultant. Currently a CFA candidate.

[shagrath]

while at night, i change my name to roxanne, and walk the streets for money, not caring if its right or wrong.

You do that too? I thought I was the only one...

avoiding the heat until I have to go back to the mayhem in the middle of August.

Me too!! 2 more days for me!

[pdx 528e]

I work in architecture. I can't call myself an Architect for a few more years: I have to record IDP units and take the exams first.

Silly rule isn't it? They let almost anybody practice Architecture, but they don't let you use the title "Architect" unless you're licensed (at least here in California). Stick with it though, it is worth it in the end, at least for the personal satisfaction.

I got my license 11 years ago and after working for many others, some good some not so good, and working in construction estimating, I now work for myself. I may not be getting rich (that's a laugh) but I'm happier now.

Mostly residential with some commercial and condo work thrown in.

P.S. Sorry you couldn't make it down to Reno; would have liked to talk about the Portland Architecture scene.

I'm sorry I missed out on this years fest. Unfortunately, I had some other things going on in my life. Ian mentioned that he's going to head back down for some super wrench fests; perhaps I'll meet you and others if I am able to do the same.

I spent the first 3 years out of school getting acclimated to the industry, but I neglected my IDP paperwork (bureaucracy) for too long. I finally have everything squared away, and my principals are really pushing to help me satisfy the requirements soon enough to take the tests in about 3 years.

I work for a local start-up firm, and I was their first full time employee. I was laid off, and re-hired during the first year. It's been really rewarding to stick with it, as I am provided a lot of opportunities for growth and personal development. Our primary focus is institutional work, mainly higher education and health care. We are looking to get our hands into the fabric of the community; currently our closest big jobs are each over 50 miles away. 8)

[rexmo]

Director of Engineering for a smallish company that produces urethane products and crumb rubber products from tire recycling operations.

[LA]

I'm a ME but have been in aerospace going on thirty years. Currently three years into a program to design & build a ground test facility for developing Ram & Scramjet engines. It will use a nozzle with variable/varying area ratio (Mach no) and closed loop control for vitiated combustion heated air. Control will close on the engines net thrust...so IF we can pull it off, you can start your engine at Mach 2 or so and the facility will 'fly' it through the desired hypersonic trajectory up to around Mach 6 or so.

This is the fourth time our country has endevered to develop these engines (remember the 'Orient Express' (aka NASP) of Reagan's era?) but flight testing always used up the dollars before we got things working. I've been called the eternal optomist, but I think we will get there this time through ground testing & I am stoked! Can you tell? I can honestly say I love my job...it's sorta the E28 of ways to earn your keep! 8)

[Miss Landspeed]

I work front office at a pediatrician's office. Basically, I'm a secretary.

[Dinan e28]

Avalon Antiques & Vintage clothing.
410 SW Oak Portland Or
97204 Open 7 days a week
I own a Vintage clothing, and Antique store in Portland Oregon.
We have been open for over 30 years. Started by my family in 1976. We specialize in better mens vintage, watches and small antiques. We sell ladies clothing too.


♦

Me and the Beastie Boys

In front of my 72 GS Riviera.

Me and Adroc in Seattle after dinner in Seattle Wa 2 months later.

Adrock decked out in my cloths, from Avalon.

MCA & Mike D also in my clothes.

Hanging out before the show in the Croc in Seatle Wa
As the Beastie Boys guest.
Yes I'm a fan.
Sorry to the people, who know the story already.
We don't sell online but here is our myspace page.
http://www.myspace.com/avalonantiques
Thanks for looking Simon aka Dinan E28

[vinceg101]

I work in architecture. I can't call myself an Architect for a few more years: I have to record IDP units and take the exams first.

Silly rule isn't it? They let almost anybody practice Architecture, but they don't let you use the title "Architect" unless you're licensed (at least here in California). Stick with it though, it is worth it in the end, at least for the personal satisfaction.

I got my license 11 years ago and after working for many others, some good some not so good, and working in construction estimating, I now work for myself. I may not be getting rich (that's a laugh) but I'm happier now.

Mostly residential with some commercial and condo work thrown in.

P.S. Sorry you couldn't make it down to Reno; would have liked to talk about the Portland Architecture scene.

I'm sorry I missed out on this years fest. Unfortunately, I had some other things going on in my life. Ian mentioned that he's going to head back down for some super wrench fests; perhaps I'll meet you and others if I am able to do the same.

I spent the first 3 years out of school getting acclimated to the industry, but I neglected my IDP paperwork (bureaucracy) for too long. I finally have everything squared away, and my principals are really pushing to help me satisfy the requirements soon enough to take the tests in about 3 years.

I work for a local start-up firm, and I was their first full time employee. I was laid off, and re-hired during the first year. It's been really rewarding to stick with it, as I am provided a lot of opportunities for growth and personal development. Our primary focus is institutional work, mainly higher education and health care. We are looking to get our hands into the fabric of the community; currently our closest big jobs are each over 50 miles away. 8)

Cool, look forward to seeing more of the members in the flesh. Funny story: turns out I was in Portland 2 years ago and as my wife and I were standing on a street corner, this awesome looking e28 rolls by. Of course, my eyes catch it and say "wow, great car". It's not until I get home and check the board and see it belonging to one of you guys up there. (Forgive my addled brain, but I can't recall who or what car its was).
Anyway, I hear you about the those first couple years out of school: it's hard enough to figure out which end is up and whether or not you're working for right firm, will you ever get to do what you believe in, will you ever get paid, yadda, yadda. So keeping track of your IDP seems way down on the list. I have former classmates that are still trying to get that exam behind them. It's good to hear your bosses are behind you, it's up to those of us older to bring along the next wave. Public work may be more complicated, but it tends to serve a more noble cause (yes, Architects really can change the world. There, I just made my first year professor happy).

Say howdy to Ian. We were glad to offer up our floor for the two nights (although he was out in the garage cooking up breakfast to the disheveled hordes into the wee hours, so we didn't see him too much). See you soon.

[Hunter has a Bimmer3]

I work at a Mental Health Hospital. I deal with crazy people, wipe asses of people that have no brain left, restrain people, and get punched, kicked, spit on (or spit in the eye), etc. Do I like my job? Eh.

Just an example some told me they would shit on my head (a patient).

[tdbrewst]

Ex engineer now in Corporate Finance in the aerospace industry.

[uacmarine]

I'm a poor college student studying Industrial Distribution. During the summers, I work at a local law office as either a paper pusher or as a custody mediator. Tying this back to the purpose of this board, I had to deliver notices of sopeona one day to local schools for some kid's attendance records and the secretary told me I looked nothing like a lawyer(I had no idea I would deliver this stuff that day, so I was wearing jeans and a t-shirt). My response? I told her I drive a BMW (do E28's count? ;]) so I thought I was pretty damn close, haha...then had to explain to her that I merely worked for a law office.

[Greenday99]

BMW Level One Technician.....Gayyyy

[JoshInAtlanta]

while at night, i change my name to roxanne, and walk the streets for money, not caring if its right or wrong.

All of the sudden this seems so... relevant?