laid off, need work

[clifpaul]

Title pretty much says it all. I show up to work this morning and get laid off. Will work for peanuts :'(

[coolwhip]

I thought things were busy down there in Texas?

[clifpaul]

Not if you do resi. Commercial is still going good. But the company I was at didnt have any commercial accounts. It was lots of home warranty work.

[toocoolforschool]

If you got laid off you can collect unemployment, sounds like you got fired since they didn't give you a two week notice.

[Sicofthis]

If you got laid off you can collect unemployment, sounds like you got fired since they didn't give you a two week notice.

No company I've worked for has given two weeks notice when they laid people off. Guess its a state thing.

[coolwhip]

Keep your chin up and you will find something. This is a good trade, and a good tech is gold!

[toocoolforschool]

No company I've worked for has given two weeks notice when they laid people off. Guess its a state thing.
more like a union thing. More than that a courtesy thing, more than that thanks for your hard work thing, more than that good luck feeding your family thing.

[OldSchoolMech]

I got laid off today aswell.......but I get to start school on Monday to better my HVAC career. If you are a solid tech should find work

[toocoolforschool]

I got laid off today aswell.......but I get to start school on Monday to better my HVAC career. If you are a solid tech should find work

Did they give you a notice or just drop it in your lap as you waddled into the shop?

[coolwhip]

Waddled? Is the OP a penguin?

[Phrancis]

You were probably too good for home warranty work... they were not getting enough call backs!

All kidding aside, sorry to hear about this. I hope you find new work soon.

[clifpaul]

I kinda saw it coming a few weeks ago, but it was still a surprise. I was already floating out applications. I did apply for unemployment when I got home. And those home warranty companies are stingy. They don't pay for anything. Here's the funny thing though. I somehow got out of the shop with my gas card, the key to my truck. a stack of company invoices, and I was told to hang onto my work shirts. And a promise to get called back if it gets busy again. I was just the low man on the totem pole.

[toocoolforschool]

:grin2:
I kinda saw it coming a few weeks ago, but it was still a surprise. I was already floating out applications. I did apply for unemployment when I got home. And those home warranty companies are stingy. They don't pay for anything. Here's the funny thing though. I somehow got out of the shop with my gas card, the key to my truck. a stack of company invoices, and I was told to hang onto my work shirts. And a promise to get called back if it gets busy again. I was just the low man on the totem pole.

According to your avatar you are on top of the totem pole.:grin2:
Seriously sounds like you still have a job just enjoy you vacation.

[Tommy knocker]

It's hunting season. Take the unemployment for a bit and go have some fun. Then saddle up and do a walk about to every shop in your area. Just walk in with resume in hand. Some one gonna put you on. Good techs, contrary to most service managers opinions, are not a dime a dozen. Seriously though. Your in north TX!! Big deer!! Alot of them!! Go hunting!!

[jnsrose]

As much as companies hate to do it two weeks notice for a layoff is a no-no. A disgruntled tech could do a lot wrong to a company if he knows he only has two weeks. I know that some are different but not the norm.Good luck in finding a job. Start searching commercial even if you lack the experience. I would not wait to start looking there are lots of unemployed people out there looking. Atmosphere in commercial is much better. Home warranty work is not much fun.

[Freightshaker]

As much as companies hate to do it two weeks notice for a layoff is a no-no. A disgruntled tech could do a lot wrong to a company if he knows he only has two weeks. I know that some are different but not the norm.Good luck in finding a job. Start searching commercial even if you lack the experience. I would not wait to start looking there are lots of unemployed people out there looking. Atmosphere in commercial is much better. Home warranty work is not much fun.

Two week notice is a no no for either party nowadays. Employer or employee

[clifpaul]

I'm taking the unemployment and floating out resumes and applications. May go do a little hog hunting too. :)

[wahoo]

If they let you walk out with gas card, and uniforms then you are truly "laid off" and they'll call you back when work picks up. Me? I'd not want to rely on a home warranty type company. Look for work, but enjoy hunting hogs!!

[valdelocc]

I'm taking the unemployment and floating out resumes and applications. May go do a little hog hunting too. :)

You worked for a slave driver that seems to care for nobody but self, I wouldn't want to go back to that,unemployment is a step up from where you were, hopefully you'll find a better gig.

[clifpaul]

Honestly it wasn't as bad as going to Sherman and working up there for somebody up there that shall remain nameless. At least I got to learn a few new things.

[clifpaul]

And the home warranty companies ain't nothing but a headache. And the ppl with them? :gah:

[supertek65]

Just dOn't Have aNy idea who you MAy be Referring to, don't Know anybody who Lives in north texas?



Honestly it wasn't as bad as going to Sherman and working up there for somebody up there that shall remain nameless. At least I got to learn a few new things.

[clifpaul]

Yes I do. Great guy. But a pain to work for.

[supertek65]

i kind of like the nameless guy!!!
he seems cool!
I was gonna drop by his shop when I go to Tyler.

[clifpaul]

So do I. Hes not as bad as most of the ppl here think he is. I was thinking bout driving up to his shop and seeing what hes up to. I just dont have another reason to spend the money on gas when its a 2 hr round trip from my house to his shop and back. But other than that I actually did like working for him

[supertek65]

hell
i would have to drive from kansas city!!!!!!!!

[clifpaul]

you get down here give me a shout. maybe we can all go have a beer. I may be in sherman tom anyways. a friend of mine is in the hospital up there so i might go and see what he's up to.

[supertek65]

Hope your friend is okay.

[clifpaul]

so do I. the doctors don't have a clue what he's got.

[OldSchoolMech]

Did they give you a notice or just drop it in your lap as you waddled into the shop?

I was sent a letter 2 weeks in advance. I don't waddle my boss does I strut

[clifpaul]

well I got a couple of leads :)

[TCreacy]

My guys kept there uniforms...no one's late off....just not enough work for everyone ask there your to take s vacation

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[texas cooler]

Good luck on the job search CP. Not sure where you're at in NTX but here around Gainesville its been pretty slow with this nice weather we've been having.

I did see a couple of help wanted ads posted at Aces on Luna Rd. if you are around that area.

[supertek65]

i like your sig and avatar TC!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Good luck on the job search CP. Not sure where you're at in NTX but here around Gainesville its been pretty slow with this nice weather we've been having.

I did see a couple of help wanted ads posted at Aces on Luna Rd. if you are around that area.

[clifpaul]

Thanks TC. I was in Gainesville Tuesday applying at Weber. Drove by the WinAir up there and the lot was empty so I figured it was slow. I live around Aubrey. I may drive to Aces and see whats going. I got an interview with a guy in Denton this morning and I'm waiting to hear back from Sears.

[toocoolforschool]

Just dOn't Have aNy idea who you MAy be Referring to, don't Know anybody who Lives in north texas?

What is the difference between a moonlighter and a personal slave?
Hypothetical question.

[toocoolforschool]

Thanks TC. I was in Gainesville Tuesday applying at Weber. Drove by the WinAir up there and the lot was empty so I figured it was slow. I live around Aubrey. I may drive to Aces and see whats going. I got an interview with a guy in Denton this morning and I'm waiting to hear back from Sears.

SEARS oh no -run forest run.

[clifpaul]

I get picked up by sears i'm gonna stay a yr or two and run. Ive heard the horror stories. But I need the experience.

[toocoolforschool]

Good attitude, don't use up all your youth working for cheapscates ( like the ones mentioned above) who won't appreciate you though.

[texas cooler]

i like your sig and avatar TC!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks, my mom found the button when my grandmother decided she wanted to move to an assisted living facility and sold the homestead. I think the pin was made in the '20's when he was just starting out.

[John Markl]

What is the difference between a moonlighter and a personal slave?
Hypothetical question.

:munching:

[John Markl]

Good attitude, don't use up all your youth working for cheapscates ( like the ones mentioned above) who won't appreciate you though.

Dude, if you're gonna insult people, at least learn how to spell your insults.

Just what this trade needs.....another moron like you....:whistle:

[clifpaul]

I can't really call John a cheapskate having worked for him. Can he be a harda$$? Yes, but a fair harda$$.

[toocoolforschool]

Dude, if you're gonna insult people, at least learn how to spell your insults.

Just what this trade needs.....another moron like you....:whistle:

I wasn't refering to you who ever you are.
I was refering to Sears. Take it personnaly if you want.
You are spewing the insults.
Please spell check for me, I need the help.

[John Markl]

I wasn't refering to you who ever you are.
I was refering to Sears. Take it personnaly if you want.
You are spewing the insults.
Please spell check for me, I need the help.

Nice try, Bubba....juxtaposed against your "moonlight/personal slave" comment, we're all quite clear as to whom you were referring.

You think you're slick...but you're not. :munching:

[toocoolforschool]

Please stop Bullying.
I apologize if you feel attacked I do not mean it that way.

[clifpaul]

:pop:

[toocoolforschool]

Give me some popcorn.

[clifpaul]

okay :)

[supertek65]

:pop:

[beenthere]

Dude, if you're gonna insult people, at least learn how to spell your insults.

Just what this trade needs.....another moron like you....:whistle:

Professional members are held to a higher standard. You owe an apology.

From the rules: 5. A Professional Member is allowed one unprofessional post in anger or belittlement, Union or Non-Union bashing but take heed, your next post must be a follow up with an immediate meaningful apology or you get 30 days. Your follow up post time is critical. If in doubt, don't make the first post.

[John Markl]

Professional members are held to a higher standard. You owe an apology.

From the rules: 5. A Professional Member is allowed one unprofessional post in anger or belittlement, Union or Non-Union bashing but take heed, your next post must be a follow up with an immediate meaningful apology or you get 30 days. Your follow up post time is critical. If in doubt, don't make the first post.

I apologize if you feel attacked I do not mean it that way.

[clifpaul]

If it makes anybody feel any better I still haven't heard back from Sears. Probably good riddance from some of the stuff I've heard.

[drkglass01]

Good luck, man. I got the boot in mid-September. School starts back up at the end of the month.

[toocoolforschool]

If it makes anybody feel any better I still haven't heard back from Sears. Probably good riddance from some of the stuff I've heard.

Yes, they did you a favor. Personal experience. My attitude probably didn't help either.

[clifpaul]

you're fine. just hope i don't lose my mind before i find some work.

[toocoolforschool]

you're fine. just hope i don't lose my mind before i find some work.

When desperate for work find a place to voluteer like a soup kitchen or salvation army you will be amazed at the opportunities that will open for you.

[clifpaul]

Well I got a phone call from Lennox today. I'm doing a phone interview tomorrow for a mechanical engineering technician position. Wish me luck

[ncboston]

Good Luck (although I doubt you'll need it).

[texas cooler]

Best of luck CP, I know they need help on the commercial desk. Waited 30 minutes on hold before I got to talk with someone parts cost and availability. :gah:

[clifpaul]

Just realized I made a slight typo. It's a Mechanical Engineering AIDE position. I'd still like to get it. If I read the job descriptions right either way I think I'm gonna get to play with the new stuff before it hits the market. That would be nice! :)

[bluke1]

Just make sure you continue your education while you find your next job. Employers like that.

[clifpaul]

Trust me I'm trying

[clifpaul]

well i got called back today :)

[Joehvac25]

How'd that go?

[clifpaul]

good. did a furnace install. got another furnace and a heatpump tomorrow. and a furnace on friday. next week i'm not sure of equipment wise. but probably lots of pm's to do!

[Joehvac25]

It sure is good to be working, makes you feel better.

[clifpaul]

Yeah. I was tired of scrounging for stuff to do.

[OldSchoolMech]

It sure is good to be working, makes you feel better.

Does it ever.

[Moonrunner]

Glad you're back up and running!

[clifpaul]

Thanks

[wahoo]

The other problem with being "laid off" is everything you'd like to get done while off costs money. Which is another problem entirely. Glad to hear you're back at work!

[clifpaul]

thanks

[Bobbycold]

How north in Texas are you? When I was in Vinton, LA just east of Orange Texas, I was constanly asked to come work on stuff on the side down in Camaron Parish on the side. If you can work on 440v systems, there is lots of work close to the gulf coast working on the seafood freezers.

[Trehak01]

Did they just give you a pink slip or did they give you a severance package then a layoff?

If not then I would be going to your employer and asking for a severance package and if they don't give you something then I would speak to a lawyer.

back in 09 I was laid off with out notice and no severance package offered. the company was cough for fraud for billions of dollars.. almost 3,000 people national wide were laid on at once.. a law firm contacted us and asked if that can represent us and sue our prev employer.. about 2 years later we won and we all got checks for 12 weeks of pay. the company I worked for didn't give us any warning of the mass lay off and didn't give us a severance package.

This is directly from the department of labor this may or may not apply to you in your situation:

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) protects workers, their families, and communities by requiring most employers with 100 or more employees to provide notification 60 calendar days in advance of plant closings and mass layoffs.
Employee entitled to notice under WARN include managers and supervisors, as well as hourly and salaried workers. WARN requires that notice also be given to employees' representatives, the local chief elected official, and the state dislocated worker unit.
Advance notice gives workers and their families some transition time to adjust to the prospective loss of employment, to seek and obtain other jobs, and, if necessary, to enter skill training or retraining that will allow these workers to compete successfully in the job market.
Generally, WARN covers employers with 100 or more employees, not counting those who have worked less than six months in the last 12 months and those who work an average of less than 20 hours a week.
Employees entitled to advance notice under WARN include managers and supervisors as well as hourly and salaried workers.
Regular federal, state, and local government entities that provide public services are not covered by WARN.
The Department of Labor's (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA) administers WARN at the federal level, and some states have plant closure laws of their own. A State Dislocated Worker Unit Coordinator can provide more information on notice requirements in a specific area.
DOL has no enforcement role in seeking damages for workers who did not receive adequate notice of a layoff or received no notice at all. However, they can assist workers in finding a new job or learning about training opportunities that are available.

here is the link to the above. http://www.dol.gov/compliance/laws/comp-warn.htm

[Didgar]

I work for a company in Tulsa, Ok and we are always looking for technicians, drop me a line at alanpfeiffer@yahoo.com

[clifpaul]

How north in Texas are you? When I was in Vinton, LA just east of Orange Texas, I was constanly asked to come work on stuff on the side down in Camaron Parish on the side. If you can work on 440v systems, there is lots of work close to the gulf coast working on the seafood freezers.

I live about halfway between Dallas and Sherman. Do have family on the coast though.

[clifpaul]

Did they just give you a pink slip or did they give you a severance package then a layoff?

If not then I would be going to your employer and asking for a severance package and if they don't give you something then I would speak to a lawyer.

back in 09 I was laid off with out notice and no severance package offered. the company was cough for fraud for billions of dollars.. almost 3,000 people national wide were laid on at once.. a law firm contacted us and asked if that can represent us and sue our prev employer.. about 2 years later we won and we all got checks for 12 weeks of pay. the company I worked for didn't give us any warning of the mass lay off and didn't give us a severance package.

This is directly from the department of labor this may or may not apply to you in your situation:

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) protects workers, their families, and communities by requiring most employers with 100 or more employees to provide notification 60 calendar days in advance of plant closings and mass layoffs.
Employee entitled to notice under WARN include managers and supervisors, as well as hourly and salaried workers. WARN requires that notice also be given to employees' representatives, the local chief elected official, and the state dislocated worker unit.
Advance notice gives workers and their families some transition time to adjust to the prospective loss of employment, to seek and obtain other jobs, and, if necessary, to enter skill training or retraining that will allow these workers to compete successfully in the job market.
Generally, WARN covers employers with 100 or more employees, not counting those who have worked less than six months in the last 12 months and those who work an average of less than 20 hours a week.
Employees entitled to advance notice under WARN include managers and supervisors as well as hourly and salaried workers.
Regular federal, state, and local government entities that provide public services are not covered by WARN.
The Department of Labor's (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA) administers WARN at the federal level, and some states have plant closure laws of their own. A State Dislocated Worker Unit Coordinator can provide more information on notice requirements in a specific area.
DOL has no enforcement role in seeking damages for workers who did not receive adequate notice of a layoff or received no notice at all. However, they can assist workers in finding a new job or learning about training opportunities that are available.

here is the link to the above. http://www.dol.gov/compliance/laws/comp-warn.htm

Just a pink slip. Its a little mom and pop outfit with less than 10 employees. Non union. Mostly home warranty work. Hey, somebody's gotta do it right? :)

[clifpaul]

I work for a company in Tulsa, Ok and we are always looking for technicians, drop me a line at alanpfeiffer@yahoo.com

I'd take you up on it if I was licensed to work in Ok and I wasn't already sitting in a paid for house. Sorry :(