Hi all,
In real life, Im an electronics repair SME.
Very good at what I do.
Looking for work. So I answer ad's. Today I got back a number that was nearly an insult.
The ad was for a medical equipment repair position.
Removed the names and company ID not to run afoul of the rules here.
If it were up to me, they should be exposed for this level of cheapness.
This is what I got back to my ad answer. Or 'the 80's called' they want their pay rate back.
Company E mail
Thank you for applying to the Entry Level Repair Technician posting. Before we move forward are you aware the position salary is $35,360.00 – $36,400.00 per year
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Me
Was hoping that number was a typo.
That offering is not much better than what fast food is offering.
Share a thought as time permits.
Mike
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Company E Mail
Hi Mike, the opposition (Think this is a typo, but it's accurate) starts @ 17.50. Your advancement and $ is up to you, We repair medical devices, the more proficient you get the more you get promoted. If you are good you could be easily be making $20 per hr within a 18 months. Thanks ………………………………………………………
Me
Repairs are a business for me, and I expect a minimum of market rate for my effort. Tried things once they way you outlined once and was massively dissatisfied with the outcome. That number is not even close to enough.
You don't get to buy 40 years worth of military and industry experience at that price.
Much luck at finding someone.
Mike
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All…
Let's make sure we understand this. The job was to fix medical devices. You want someone who is making a little better than what Burger King is offering workign on your medical gear and certifing it for service on real humans? Let's just say I have heard nothing further from these people.
I ain't workign for them at that price. Fix your own stuff dude, hopefully you don't kill someone to save a buck.
Keep it safe
Jack Crow aka Mike