I lost my job right before covid hit and UI ran out a few months ago. Nearing my credit limit and really need money but I've also become radicalized to the point where IDK if I could submit myself to a (literal or figurative) burger-flipping job because

  1. I am just completely unable to kiss ass, lie about being enthusiastic for a job, etc. Maybe this is in part cause autism and maybe in part cause

  2. I come from a relatively privileged background, and never had to either kiss ass or work retail/food service, which are the only places hiring since I have no degree.

  3. Also, I really don't wanna give myself covid and risk Long Covid, since my family won't literally be destitute if I don't get a job immediately, but I probably will get sick immediately given the case surge here in CA.

  4. Oh yeah I'm also transitioning and rn have both noticeable breasts AND facial hair so. Any customer facing positions are completely out of the question (and most others probably too)

  5. Oh yeah also I don't have consistent access to a car, and public transport, while pretty cheap, isn't very common or reliable.

IDK. what do

  • Kestrel [comrade/them]
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    3 years ago

    I don't know anything about this industry, but have you looked into trucking? I know that the industry is super exploitative of beginners but also they are desperate for drivers too. Alone in a truck making money and not being bothered might not be so bad, and they might even pay for your CDL if you shop around. Might be worth looking into?

    • Terkrockerfeller [she/her]
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      3 years ago

      I've had several truckers in my family, but I get bored very easily and also smonk weed so I don't think that would be a good option for me lol

    • LilComrade [comrade/them]
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      3 years ago

      i recently heard such a fucked up story about the trucking industry. oh it was on fresh air.

      basically there are tons of people with CDL licenses who are not working as truckers because the industry is so fucked up. and getting funded to get your CDL turns you into like some kind of indentured servant. and the work conditions are atrocious. sounds not worth it. i have considered it in the past but it sounds like it's just getting worse and worse.