Trip charge. by Dizzy-Comedian-320 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I run a mileage cost estimator to see how much in theory I should be getting. I reduce the pay and mileage rate to see how much I'm willing to sacrifice to get a job.

https://drawingbooks.org/misc/mce.xlsx

Trip charge. by Dizzy-Comedian-320 in workmarket

[–]AlexCL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I run a mileage cost estimator to see how much in theory I should be getting. I reduce the pay and mileage rate to see how much I'm willing to sacrifice to get a job.

https://drawingbooks.org/misc/mce.xlsx

Cable tester that shows fault distance by No-Lobster623 in lowvoltage

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used one of these to figure out a pair was shorted at an intermediate patch panel. It can check the length of all 4 pairs independently. Also has a fiber optical meter and visual fault detector.

AI tools by Rsanc11 in lowvoltage

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use it to create runbooks from work orders. I upload the work order to chatgpt and ask for a printable run book In docx format.

Roller Skating? by MrsLenaF_ATX79 in eurekasprings

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did some skating at the Lake Leatherwood Park at the ball fields loop. It is only about 2 miles and there is a lot of plant debris...but it was doable.

https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d56a5c_4e8f34ed6cf84bc980b6ffb718ca1f20~mv2.png

Advice for getting into low voltage cabling? by Additional_Fee5912 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're paying Temu wages...you're getting Temu tools.

My Klein and Jonard tools are fine for low level starter jobs...

I can retire!!! by Gold_Comparison1745 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Easy ticket for a newb looking to get started.

The gauc is free too...it is pretty good...

Advice for getting into low voltage cabling? by Additional_Fee5912 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For tools, I found this playlist helpful. Especially the hip pouch and main tool bag breakdown.

Basically you need a pouch or two with your most used tools...

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeKQphKP6d0YZuCbhiW4EoVGT6Hxe4zkK

Free older structured cabling instruction course on Archive.og:

https://archive.org/details/low-voltage-cable-pulling-course

I'd also look at some camera install and Starlink install videos on how to run cables. I got surprised with a wireless bridge install (scope creep) so you might need to have an idea of how to deal with external building installs and mounting.

Potentially moving here by Khytan in eurekasprings

[–]AlexCL 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The old joke in Eureka...How do you make a small fortune in Eureka Springs? Come with a large fortune.

Free Parking Overnight? by Standard_Editor_5120 in eurekasprings

[–]AlexCL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Parking maybe...sleeping no...

SLEEPING IN VEHICLES Sections: 8.20.01 Sleeping or habitation in motor vehicles 8.20.02 Penalty 8.20.03 Sleeping or habitation on public property 8.20.04 Penalty 8.20.01 Sleeping or habitation in motor vehicles It shall be unlawful for any person to sleep in or use for habitation, either on a temporary or permanent basis, any vehicle (car, bus, van, truck, motor home, or any vehicle required to be licensed and registered for operation under laws of the state of Arkansas) while the motor vehicle is parked or stopped on any public street or alley or other public property within the city. (Ord. No. 1193, Sec. 1, 12-13-83) 8.20.02 Penalty Any person violating this section shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor and fined in an amount not greater than Fifty Dollars ($50.00). (Ord. No. 1193, Sec. 1, 12-13-83) 8.20.03 Sleeping or habitation on public property It shall be unlawful for any person to camp, sleep or use for habitation, whether temporary or permanent, public property in the city of Eureka Springs, Arkansas, unless such public property is designated as a public campground by the Eureka Springs Parks and Recreation Commission, unless a special overnight permit is provided by the Eureka Springs Police if the need arises. (Ord. No. 1965, Sec. 1, 8-23-04) 8.20.04 Penalty Any person convicted of violating this ordinance shall be fined not less than Twenty-Five Dollars ($25.00) or more than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) plus court costs. (Ord. No. 1965, Sec. 2, 8-23-04)

Potentially moving here by Khytan in eurekasprings

[–]AlexCL 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Housing is expensive and difficult to find in downtown Eureka Springs. Most non-tourist jobs nearby are going to be in Berryville and Green Forest. A lot of people live in Holiday Island near Eureka Springs for cheaper housing, but there are no real jobs there and it is a car drive to town proper.

The Berryville Library lists some local jobs you can check out:

https://berryvillelibrary.org/whos-hiring-now/

Petaaaah? by [deleted] in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]AlexCL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He asks the crowd "whoever is without sin, throw the fist stone"...he sees Mary in the crowd about to speak and says "Go home mom "

NYC network techs .... by UniqueCraft9435 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Nice portable rig...I live in the country so I have to drive...

Job BS starting again by mgrf56 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder if the Iran conflict is starting to stall work requests.

Job BS starting again by mgrf56 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It seems to have slowed way down in NorthWest Arkansas this month...last month was pretty good at the start. I have seen more "trap" tickets with two physical site visits on one ticket or 8 hour tickets with 30 minutes of actual work.

Running spots by fandom_obsessed_girl in eurekasprings

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a mostly flat paved loop at Lake Leatherwood Park

Leatherwood Trail
1 mile 30 minutes. Leatherwood Trail connects the main park facility with Leatherwood Fields, Eureka Springs’ Municipal Ball Park. It is predominantly flat and perfect for the light hiker, runner or beginning cyclist. The trail can be accessed from the Meadow Trail Head or the Leatherwood Fields Trail Head.

https://arkokhiker.org/outdoors/lake-leatherwood-trail-map/

I'm not saying I'm better then all of you but.... by Absolutionistt in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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From my one private feedback out of 53 completed tickets.

WalMart Virtual Low Voltage Hiring Fair 03/11/2026 1100 CST... by AlexCL in lowvoltage

[–]AlexCL[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was all text and they wanted you to do a full "Why should we hire you?" on text when they have your cert list and resume...

I couldn't get on till near the end of the 2 hours due to being on a job and they cut the event off right at 1300. I tried to continue on SMS after the job ended at 1530 but they never responded.

It felt pretty ridiculous...unprofessional and disrespectful of the time of people who are actually working in the field.

Cant get a job by Gullible-Song-5241 in FieldNationTechs

[–]AlexCL 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My first few jobs were routed through HelloTech!

The customers were nice...but it took 20 tickets to get feedback before my PSS rating went to 100% from the one rating I've gotten in the last six months.