Oh man. The company I work for just picked up a big job in another Jurisdiction. They are struggling to fid a Pipefitter in that jurisdiction to run a crew. So my boss threw my name in as a recommendation.
I want to be a foreman and have more responsibility, but I didn't think it would come so soon. I am flattered and equally terrified. I know I have the potential, but it's gonna be a serious roller coaster ride in the beginning.
It pays an extra 10% and I'll get a company truck. But it will also mean a world of stress, and overtime. He just put the request in today, so it may be weeks before it comes to fruition, but needless to say, I have a massive boner right now.![]()
It is NOT worth the extra pay. It doesn't come close to compensating for the extra responsibility and effort. The pride and ownership is the value. And job security, but that can also backfire.
The men that don't feel it's worth it are there to make a paycheck. And there is absolutely nothing wrong with that. But I've had jobs where that was my only motive. I hated getting out of bed. The only reason I dragged myself to work was for the money.
The day I started this career, I knew it was something more to me than just the money. I'd still love what I do for half the wages. But don't tell anyone.![]()
Loving what you do doesn't make the work any less valuable and it should be sold as such.
Though keep in mind you're still young especially compared to a lot of the guys I talked to. There is always a chance by the time you're in your 50s you won't want to put up with the bull**** anymore and taking blame for other people dropping the ball.