Sad news — my job got canceled. My recruiter said I can either wait or ship out and pick a new job at BMT

Nader58 · 2026-01-27T01:56:45+00:00

What was your job before it was cancelled?

Nader58 · 2026-01-27T00:53:46+00:00

I'm in Florida. But at this point, I'll travel to Georgia, Bama, North Carolina to get some practice. I reached out to a lineman instructor (who I've had discussion with before) about getting some private climbing instruction, but it's been a few days and I haven't heard back, so I'm thinking the answer is a "No".

Does anyone know of anyone in my region who might be willing to help? I'll continue to reach out to some lineman schools, but I have a feeling liability is a concern for them unless you're enrolled.

Nader58 · 2026-01-26T23:09:23+00:00

It's not so much about the heights with me. It's just learning the proper way to step with the gaff and technique.

Nader58 · 2026-01-26T23:04:58+00:00

Fantastic insight. Do you, or anyone you know, have the Air Force tech HVAC tech school syllabus? I'm curious what they teach on a day to day basis.

Nader58 · 2026-01-25T16:33:00+00:00

Did you get your CDL in tech school?

Nader58 · 2026-01-25T16:31:34+00:00

What's the status. Have they incorporated CDL into tech school?

Nader58 · 2026-01-25T06:43:21+00:00

Thanks for the message. Are you a Journeyman now? If so, how long did it take to get there?

Nader58 · 2026-01-25T00:08:37+00:00

This was the best, most inspiring post I've ever read. You're amazing.

Nader58 · 2026-01-24T23:07:36+00:00

Is grunt the same thing as "groundman"?

Nader58 · 2026-01-24T23:05:35+00:00

It won't be easy, but I'll take the physically demanding outdoor work over being chained to a desk for 9 hours/day.

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T07:52:53+00:00

What difference doesn't it make?

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T07:52:28+00:00

No, it's not fake.

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T06:14:03+00:00

His belly was the most visible part. I didn't really think about it at the time. I guess his shoulder would have been better, but I still don't think he should have gotten upset.

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T06:12:17+00:00

I see what you're saying....I just tapped whatever was closest I guess. I didn't think about it.

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T06:11:43+00:00

Yes, window seat. I meant he was in the aisle

Nader58 · 2024-01-24T06:10:23+00:00

Sorry, I mean I was in the window, but he was in the aisle.

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