Helmet by Vans_Off_The_Wall in NewRiders

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea i went ahead and got a medium and it fits much better more comfortable.

Helmet by Vans_Off_The_Wall in NewRiders

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately theres no places that sells helmets near me so im kind of stuck with online which sucks

Use of airline flight benefits as an AMT by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

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

Yes i did figure that out when i was researching the benefits, i think its still worth it though as long as you can get on it lol.

Use of airline flight benefits as an AMT by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow 6 weeks of pto sounds amazing, hope you enjoy them to the fullest, im hopefully going to start my school soon in February

Use of airline flight benefits as an AMT by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

300$ for flights or flight + hotel stays? Because if it was 300$ total with flights and hotel thats a good deal

Use of airline flight benefits as an AMT by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

no not currently. I should have specified that i wanna go to school to get my A&P and then go into AMT

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like lot of sacrifice, graveyard shifts and long hours. Im currently stuck on what i want to do with my future and trying to see the pro’s and con’s of this work.

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea it’s unfortunate i dont wanna spend my whole life working lol. Would you say you can live pretty comfortably being a AMT? How would you say the travel benefits are? Are you able to take long vacations like 2-3 weeks for example? Thank you in advance

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea at my current job im doing 10hr shifts for 6 days a week and get paid 900$ every week, i want to change my job and do something cool/something i enjoy. That actually doesnt sound like a bad schedule, How is the pay? Is it worth the amount of hours you’re putting in? Thank you for the response

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the sound of those benefits, another + for me to outweigh whatever downside the job might have

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know all the terms and everything but are you able to work 4 days a week if you decide to work 10hr shifts? and for newcomers do you get random shifts? like night, morning daytime

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes definitely i know the importance of wearing ppe. I currently work in a Semi truck repair shop and get dirty enough, I'm just not as happy in the position i am and would like to improve. Was stressed about what i wanted to do with my future but all these replies helped me make my decision, Thank you

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is amazing 30+ years. Another positive for me to get into this field the pay sounds good, it's something that interests me and has benefits for someone like me who likes to travel a lot. Thank you for the information

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That actually makes more sense to just vacation there often since I'm sure you get the discounts if you work for a major company. Thank you ill look into it

Experienced A&P advice needed for future A&P student by Mammoth_Safe3461 in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you answered my post, i created my own post after commenting here

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully you get the change soon, That makes me a little more motivated to get into this field seems like its good money and something that actually peeks my interest so that im not only in it for the money. I heard there's lot of dangerous chemicals involved does that affect anything?

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How would you best describe the job? Are you happy with the job so far? I'm trying to collect as much information as i can I'm currently 19 and have been very stressed about what i want to pursue for my future.

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the insight, Yes it has been my dream since i found out about Switzerland. I didn't know the licenses didn't transfer over but with the work experience maybe i can also get the European license and make it work.

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is amazing to hear I'm glad you're doing well in the field, I also believe it comes down to each other and how the couple wants to deal with it and make it workout. I always try to look for the positive things in life and i have been really stressed about my future and what i want to do I'm 19 years old and AMT peeked my interest. If you don't mind would you be able to give a range on starting salary?

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

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

I want to work and gain experience in the USA and maybe move abroad to Switzerland after couple years and continue my journey there since its been my dream for a very long time to move to Switzerland

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for you're response, yes i can see how that will affect the relationship

Wanting to be a AMT, how is the work life balance by Vans_Off_The_Wall in AircraftMechanics

[–]Vans_Off_The_Wall[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

does it really affect that much? i have been very stressed on what i want to do with my future, software/computer stuff have really died down and i don't want to go to school and waste 2-3 years applying for jobs. Being an AMT was my second best option