Same, my favorite job was working as a (non-certified) machinist and welder that designed and made in-house jigs and equipment for a factory. I loved designing the parts and then turning a pile of stock into a useful piece of equipment. I ended up becoming a PhD scientist and still miss that job. The worse part is that I totally could have made a decent career out of welding. My cousin is making more than me as a welder without any degree.

[–] [email protected] 13 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Can second this, my friend is making a decent living as a machinist. He had to ditch his first job because they were bullshitting him about promotions, and one of his bosses thought he was "too valuable to promote."

[–] [email protected] 11 points 4 months ago

and one of his bosses thought he was "too valuable to promote."

bosses like that should be shot. no trial, no appeal.