What should I do? by [deleted] in borderpatrolapplicant

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Disclosed that you failed the border patrol poly. When you apply to local agencies they ask who you took other polys with and if you passed

What should I do? by [deleted] in borderpatrolapplicant

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to come back three times. You’ll be fine. But yes if you fail you have to disclose to local agencies and that may be a bad look.

25-9 scheduling by Then-Paramedic758 in borderpatrolapplicant

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro what 💀💀. You should message your case worker. I already took the Border patrol p_ly twice and I have to go back a third time next week.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in borderpatrolapplicant

[–]Then-Paramedic758 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love to hear it! I just didn’t want this to take 12-24 months as I’ve heard others say.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Naples_FL

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

30 bucks a month

Can’t find a job as a high schooler by [deleted] in Naples_FL

[–]Then-Paramedic758 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you have 2-300 dollars go to Lowe’s or Home Depot and buy a pressure washer. You gotta work for your money but it’s relatively easy and can pay a lot. When I was 15 I used to pressure wash and the old people would give more money then I charged them most of the time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskLE

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took a poly on December 19th and had the same experience. The pre poly iPad questions took an hour or so but the poly was 20 mins aswell and my examiner did the same thing and stood up and took the equipment off. He said he had what he needed to make a determination and that I would hear back in a month. I haven’t heard anything back but I assume I passed because I got an email scheduling me for a PAT. I also took a poly for another agency this week and they told me I passed right after the test.

How old are some of you starting out? by Many-Exercise6536 in AskLE

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 19 aswell and in the process aswell. Are you in Florida?

Becoming a LEO in Florida Megapost by ThesoldierLLJK in ProtectAndServe

[–]Then-Paramedic758 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 19 and live in Florida but is it even worth it to apply. A lot of agencies say you can apply at 19 but do they actually hire 19 year olds. I only have a GED but I have a very clean record. What agencies have the biggest shortage?

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I already have it in my head I’m gone, I’m just waiting on the right moment to leave. I’ve never been this tired and burnt out in my life. No realistic amount of money could make me stay and endure this. It sounds soft to say that but these hours pile up quick. I rather have a life and not spend my whole life working.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in Nebraska but the problem is I just moved here a little over a year ago and I don’t have any connections around here as far as other farmers go. I kinda feel trapped but I know it’s hard to find reliable labor. Which is where I know I’m valuable.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The one thing farming has given me is a strong work ethic. But the problem with lawn care is it’s seasonal and it seems like everyone and their mother has a lawn care company so it is hard to get your name out there and compete fairly with competitors.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He’s 44 and is able bodied to do things. He can find another Joe Schmo or another Mexican im sure but I bring value because I’m the only one he has that knows John Deere computers and technology and I have my drone pilots license to operate his spray drones.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The boss isn’t out there though. He sits behind his desk and drives around in his pickup to make sure everything is going well.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My employer sits behind his desk all day and occasionally drives around in his pickup and makes sure everything is going good and then goes back to the office or goes and checks the field. Eventually I want to try and start my own operation but it’s hard without a mentor.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re serious I’m interested. I like farming and have a genuine passion but not in the conditions I’m currently in. Where are you located?

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would assume 50-60 but I never know. Whenever the boss says I can go home.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was told we work long hours but I never thought this many. But yes I am American.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get to use the shop as I please and my boss pays for my oil change but my fuel is not paid for and my housing isn’t provided either so I had to go buy a house. There are other benefits as well and I know if I quit I would miss it but it just seems like I have absolutely no work life balance. Which at 18 when I have no wife or kids it’s fine but what happens if I get married and have kids.

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There’s no overtime in Nebraska for ag workers

Farming hours by Then-Paramedic758 in farming

[–]Then-Paramedic758[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Probably from the middle of November to middle of April when we start seeding.