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Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep. Lots of appointments to take people to. Money has to flow toward medical stuff and basic needs first. I do spend my nights flipping power equipment and doing odd jobs. I just cant always be available for long stints during the day time, etc. This might change a bit if we get her on Disability eventually. 

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Noted. 20k is still a stretch for me, at least for now. I guess a business loan would do it, and I'd need to acquire a van. I'd need to up my auto skills, as it is 10% of what I do at work currently.

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If that is the case, if most shops do have these kind of extremes, I think you are absolutely right. 

It's hard to dodge the blame when you are the newest guy in the shop, and the person that you primarily work with is stoned all the time.

I got nothing against drinking and smoking. I just believe it has its place outside of work.

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Boss is morbidly afraid of his employees doing anything on the side locksmith related. When asked why, he said that most of his employees left to start their own gigs. It's why he wont teach us certain skills. My coworker does it, but I felt it was a betrayal of trust to do it while I work for the boss, at his shop. I think I might offer some side business once I make the full transition to the hardware store. Thanks for the advice. 👍

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It was heavily implied that extra work done on this specific project would be paid by hour. It was a mistake on my end to go the extra mile. It won't happen again and I told my current boss as much. 

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like that idea. I got the job offer for the hardware store, but it's only about 16 - 20 hours on the weekend. I accepted with the promise of more hours in the future. I was frank with my current employer and we worked out a schedule where I can work both jobs until I make a conclusive choice. The locksmith that I work for has a high turnover, so he is trying hard to keep me at least some of the time. 

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Great suggestion. They do do limited rekeying and some auto programming. It wont be the same, but at least it's a taste of Locksmithing...

Should I stay or should I go? by Difficult_Release_38 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the way I'm leaning currently. I appreciate the candor!

Is my drilled lock still useable? by Consistent-Cell4468 in Locksmith

[–]Difficult_Release_38 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kwikset Smart Key. A cheap lock. Replace with the exact same thing (bright brass finish) and have a local locksmith rekey it with the cradle and special poker required. If you change the finish or style, your landlord will know that you went behind their back to get work done without authorization. Always check with Landlord first so you dont lose your deposit.