67november Posted September 9, 2010 Posted September 9, 2010 I have been unemployed for over 14 months, I started TIG welding school in Jan. and it has finally paid off, I would like to extend my many thanks to all of the VR members that have offered their support and encouragement during this time. I passed the initial TIG welding test to get hired on and now I'll spend the rest of my time prior to my start date boning up on my MIG welding for certification.This new job is for welding stainless steel filtration materials for the oil industry.you can see some info at johnsonscreens.com I tested for the job yesterday the 7th and will be starting on the 16th working 2nd shift. thanks again67NSteve Quote
Lindsey Posted September 9, 2010 Posted September 9, 2010 Congrats!!! I know you have been looking for work for a long time - great to see all your hard work has finally paid off! Quote
mechanic Posted September 9, 2010 Posted September 9, 2010 Congrat's.. Been a long time coming. I am behind ya 100%. Guess I can stop looking for a job for you now, lol..... Best Wishes Quote
copter doctor Posted September 9, 2010 Posted September 9, 2010 Congrat's, I know it's been a while. Hope things continue to go your way. Quote
edspilot Posted September 9, 2010 Posted September 9, 2010 Congrats! Come to think of it, "lighting the torch" SOUNDS alot like "lighting a turbine" My best, edspilot Quote
67november Posted September 21, 2010 Author Posted September 21, 2010 I have BAD news and GOOD news. first the bad news, my weld test failed the visual inspection again, very strict standards, which means no job rite now. the good news is that after 30+ hours of supervised practice I can retest if they still have positions available.so its back to school to perfect my welding for the next test. Quote
edspilot Posted September 21, 2010 Posted September 21, 2010 67November: Hang in there. Perfect, Re-Test and Move On! We're pulling for ya. My best, edspilot Quote
67november Posted September 21, 2010 Author Posted September 21, 2010 Thx, I'm always optimistic and stay positive so things will work to my advantage eventually. Quote
Guest pokey Posted September 23, 2010 Posted September 23, 2010 I have BAD news and GOOD news. first the bad news, my weld test failed the visual inspection again, very strict standards, which means no job rite now. the good news is that after 30+ hours of supervised practice I can retest if they still have positions available.so its back to school to perfect my welding for the next test. Which one? TIG or MIG? I thought you passed the TIG test? Welding takes practice, practice, practice,,,, ( & even then you can have a "bad" day where it just isnt working) I remember visiting the space center in houston back in the late 70's when i thought i was a really good welder & looking at the welds on the moon rover that they had on display & some of them? i knew i could do better ! So? i asked about the welders & who could do it. They told me that they had a crew of welders & every morning ALL of them would get tested, & the ones that didnt pass on that day got sent home. Come to find out? even the best have a bad day. Hang in there 67 Quote
67november Posted October 7, 2010 Author Posted October 7, 2010 I was at the food show today promoting my Minnesota Slim products received a call from a company for a welding position, I have a welding test and interview on Thursday the 14th. Quote
edspilot Posted October 7, 2010 Posted October 7, 2010 67november: Good news. Best of Luck for a good day! Keep us posted. edspilot Quote
IFLY Posted October 7, 2010 Posted October 7, 2010 Good luck with the interview. I purchased a cheap welder a few weeks ago and managed to stick some old pipe together to make shelves in the greenhouse. I definitely won't be taking your job away from you! Jerry Quote
67november Posted October 8, 2010 Author Posted October 8, 2010 Thanks gents, I'll keep this thread up dated as things progress along. Quote
67november Posted October 13, 2010 Author Posted October 13, 2010 thanks romanweel, I spent this morning at school practising and I'll spend 2moro morning doing the same. the test and interview is at 2 PM CST. Quote
67november Posted October 19, 2010 Author Posted October 19, 2010 I am Hap, Hap, Happy man. Just received a phone call for a job offer for the company that I did the weld test for last Thursday. I start on Nov. 15th. Quote
edspilot Posted October 19, 2010 Posted October 19, 2010 67november: That is great news! Congrats! Best Wishes, edspilot Quote
67november Posted October 19, 2010 Author Posted October 19, 2010 (edited) Thanks Ed it's been a 10 month journey. Edited October 20, 2010 by 67november Quote
IFLY Posted October 20, 2010 Posted October 20, 2010 I'm sure you will be glad to see those flying funds coming in again!Congrats! Jerry Quote
romanweel Posted October 20, 2010 Posted October 20, 2010 Congratulations!! That's fantastic! Hoping for a great first day Quote
arotrhd Posted October 23, 2010 Posted October 23, 2010 Steve- I was really happy to read yer latest updates and congrats (also) on the new position. Thanks Ed it's been a 10 month journey. ...may have been only 10 months, but I'm sure it felt like a few years. Hopefully, this will help get you back into the air soon enough. First things first, tho. And who knows, maybe you'll score some new work welding custom turbine cans and airframe components - kinda like Paul Jr. & OCC, 'cept to aircraft! -WATCH FOR THE PATTERNS, WATCH FOR THE WIRES- Quote
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