What Does FH Do For A Living?

[mitch]

As an extension to my original post "What Do You Do For A Living" i thought it would be good to see what the men in our lives do for a living.

Mine works in the City Of London as a Construction Worker.

He drives Diggers, Dumpers and Digs holes to locate Water, Gas, Electrics etc for renewing or relocating.

Last year he won the Gold Award for being the Best Construction Worker in the whole of London. Picking up his award from the London Mayor at a huge Banquet / Ceremony.
I was well chuffed when he won because he was the first person within his company to win it in 20yrs. And this year he is nominated again.

BTW, we never moan about Road Works because it's that which funds our lifestyle. :winktongue:

[KMS]

Wow, Mitch, what an awesome accomplishment that was!!

Chad has a degree in culinary arts and is now a kitchen manager at a restaurant called Pappadeaux. He's the youngest chef to ever be made a kitchen manager there. The Art Institute of Houston actually hung his goofy graduation picture up in the hallway of the school. They choose two students each year to honor and he was one of them!

Now he's going back to school for a degree in environmental engineering. (That's why I now miss my lovey all day long! :sob:) Being an organic gardening, recycling, vegan in the restaurant industry just weighs too heavily on his conscience even though he does often love his job. People keep telling us to open up our own restaurant/bakery. If only they knew how much of a risky investment that is!

[08chrissy08]

FH is a mechanical engineer. He works currently for a company called LED Effects. They do some really neat things. They are the ones that designed and built the ball that dropped in time square on New Years. They do a lot of really interesting work.

[neebelung]

He's an underwriter (life insurance) for the financial division of a major insurance co. However, when he grows up, he'd LIKE to be a firefighter (however, I think this is the last year he can apply for firefighter school and still make the cutoff, so I don't think he's going to do it).

[saltyveruca]

He's a photographer, and we work together. Probably the best job ever. I can't imagine him doing anything else.

[Jacklynn]

Matt works (or at least will as soon as we move) for a church as a youth pastor part time. He also is the assistant to the afterschool coordinator for the lower school portion of the Academy that I work with, along with subbing every so often at the school as well.

[june0609]

Right now he works at Dollar General, he reads water meters every month, and he's a full time college student majoring in Accounting.

[SerendipityCrafts]

Hugh is the senior creative (ie graphic designer) in a marketing department of a lighting company. He's been a designer for 27 years and has worked in several ad agencies working on everything from trade show displays, corporate branding, television, websites, print material and packaging design. This is the first time he's worked for a marketing department of just one company.

In that he can design manually (as it was done) or on computer (as it is done now), they call him MacGiver because he's the go to guy whenver there is a problem :rofl:

[uptowngirl]

Patrick is a software programmer for a local credit union. He writes the programs that the tellers and back office staff use to make sure people's money ends up in the right places!

He is in the process changing jobs though - we just heard that he should be getting an offer letter by the end of the month! - and he will be working as a project manager for the web/communications department at Dartmouth Medical School. WOOO HOO!!

[Goin2thechapel]

FH is a mechanical engineer. He works currently for a company called LED Effects. They do some really neat things. They are the ones that designed and built the ball that dropped in time square on New Years. They do a lot of really interesting work.

Oh wow....My Hubby is a plastics engineer

[Danielle9608]

Jon manages computer networks for a software company. I think his title is Corporate IT systems Manager. But its just easier for me to say computer geek :)

[Fireman'sgirl]

He's an underwriter (life insurance) for the financial division of a major insurance co. However, when he grows up, he'd LIKE to be a firefighter (however, I think this is the last year he can apply for firefighter school and still make the cutoff, so I don't think he's going to do it).

How old is he? I know around here it's almost always 35. FH was 33 when he applied, so he was cutting it kinda close.
BTW, to add my 2 cents, FH is a fireman if it's not obvious. He's been hired for almost 2 years now. He started training in August of 2006, graduated in December of 2006 then immediately started on shift. He's been a merit firefighter for a year and a half. Before that he floated around in between 6 years in the Army. I'm so happy with his career now.:D

[sweetvenus]

He's currently working at Gamestop, but he's going to school to be a network administrator. He'll hopefully have a new job by the end of the year to help pay off all these wedding costs. ;)

[Kfancii]

My DH is an architect, but works for a private company that handles all the housing on the military base.

[TangoWedding]

Jeremy works as a lab tech for a nuclear pharmacy. They make the radioactive sugar injections used for PET scans.

He's a mechanical engineer student though, so hopefully he'll be getting another job in the next year or two (his hours right now SUCK at 2am-11am).

[kgvettegirl]

RC works for a large government contractor. He says he plays on the computer all day. He occasionally goes to exotic places to train the members of the Navy to use his "games".

[Going2BeMrsEshraghi]

FH works for a Stone Fruit Packing company. Stone Fruit = plums, peaches, nectarines, apricots...they also do table grapes. They are one of the largest distributors in North America. He is the Sales Support Supervisor and Sales Accountant.

He used to be an Enrollment Counselor for University of Phoenix, but he loves this job waaaaay more. Plus, discounts on fruit are niiiiice.

[Rainbow Brite]

Adam is a software engineer - mainly writes software for mobile devices. He's a genius at it and I'm so proud of how far he's gone in the 2 years it's been since he graduated college :grinhappy:

[Nekochanpurr]

Steve works in a car factory, making parts for mostly GM and i think Toyota? He does mostly thread roll. I want him to get a new job so bad. :( His boss is a jerk.. They have to do meetings every Weds, and he casually tells them how hes opening a factory in Mexico and cr@p.. UGH.

[SerendipityCrafts]

RC works for a large government contractor. He says he plays on the computer all day. He occasionally goes to exotic places to train the members of the Navy to use his "games".

That's right ... I remember you mentioning his "mystery" job. You can't know exactly what he does or he would have to kill you LOL

[WebLady]

My hubby is a craftsman; he builds stuff ;) Is main job is building trade show exhibits with a friends' company (he recently became partner too); he often designs the booths too.

His side job is building sort of modern/high end conference tables and other specialty office furniture.

He is quite handy at other things too as he has had other jobs in the past too.

[RebelChick]

Dan is an Audi Technician

[Brad's Bride in 08]

My hubby (hehe i get to say that now!!) is a Manager for Rite Aid.

[KMS]

My hubby (hehe i get to say that now!!) is a Manager for Rite Aid.

Aww, doesn't that feel great? :grinhappy:

[Danielle9608]

My hubby (hehe i get to say that now!!)

LOL you are so cute! :D

[rainbowtreat]

My husband used to be an asst. manager for a major sub/fastfood shop. Before he moved up here he worked for a Bob Evan's for about 8 years doing everything from cooking to waiting tables. He got out of the food service last year and now works in a place where they make parts for transformers. He likes that he works with his hands and loves the hours. He get to be home with his family in the evenings. He doesn't miss out on mush the kids do any more.

[Scrwballsgrl]

well I read through these, lol I thought I'd posted already but it must have been in the other thread:grinhappy:

FH is a Rigger in a ship building company. They have contracts with the Army, Coast Guard & private individuals. He's currently been there two & 1/2 years and on his two year mark they put him in charge of the Army projects!

[Coreysangel]

My fh is a cop in the airforce he is stationed in florida right now so i moved from jersey to be with him but we are moving back in oct but by next year he will be a fire fighter that's what he really wants to do and its way less worries

[LadyDante]

Mine's a Metrologist/electronics tech. Essentially he calibrates and fixes high end testing equipment for a company to then rents it out to places like Boing and Lockheed.
Once we move, he will likely look for a job in hospitals, to calibrate hospital equipment, since those jobs can't be out-sources. And eventually open a firearms, reloading and brewing supplies store with a friend of ours, as well as do some organic farming. We'll see how it goes.

[Ninedays9]

As of now, Eddie is a mailman... as is his dad, which is why he ended up going for that job (his dad told him they were hiring). It pays great, and he's lost weight... but he doesn't want to be doing that forever, and I don't blame him. So he's gonna have to eventually go to school again.

[WBandMe]

My FH is a software engineer. He writes software for stock trading or something. I, too, prefer to simply call him a computer geek.

[MrsDM]

Dan is a machinist and CNC programer. However, he also has a side business machining different parts that is starting to take off. He is in the process of buying machining equipment and really getting a business started...wish us luck.

[Kirby]

Jon is an internet technician for a small internet company. He installs high speed wireless internet and peoples' homes and businesses. He also maintains the network. He works in a rural area and commutes so he drives a lot, luckily he has a company truck.

He plans to go to school for Electrical Engineering as soon as we can afford it.

[NowAShelton]

joe works for a lumber yard. it suits him perfectly and dirty hands are sooooo sexy!!

[RebelChick]

...... .and dirty hands are sooooo sexy!!


I totally agreee!! Danny comes home and even though he washes hios hands before leaving work, they are still like stained black ! But i love it! I dont know why.. and i love how he smells when he comes home too. Maybe its our womanly instinct of loving our Men for providing for us LMAO haha

[scarymary48]

My FH draws lines on rocks! Basically he works for a massive mining company, and goes around the country looking for good places to build new mines. He loves it because it because the money is very excellent, but I secretly hate it because his roster sucks- 2 weeks on, 1 week off. So he comes home for a week, then spends 2 weeks skipping about the country side, drawing lines on rocks.

[Fireman'sgirl]

My fh is a cop in the airforce he is stationed in florida right now so i moved from jersey to be with him but we are moving back in oct but by next year he will be a fire fighter that's what he really wants to do and its way less worries
YAY for Firemen! Good luck!:D

[Tadswife]

My dh is a physical therapist, he works at a nursing home nursing the elderly back to shape. He gets paid decent money which allows me to go to school to futher my career..:D he also works part time at a baseball park here in Wisconsin. He has been doing that for 20 years or so. He enjoys his part time job and has friends there. The perks are free parking and we can watch a Milwaukee Brewer game anytime we want for free..:o

[nellaj]

Mike is currently a Quality Control inspector for a construction materials company. He basically test all of the gravel, sand, and washed rock to ensure it meets standards for construction use.
However he is now just awaiting for the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police) to finish his backround check, and barring them finding some crazy secret relative who murders people, will be attending training this winter! I am so excited for him to finally be able to pursue his dream job!

[BelhurstBride]

Matt works as a Fiber Customer Support Analyst at Verizon. He does a lot of troubleshooting with people who are having computer issues.

He is a genius when it comes to computers... I don't even understand what he's talking about half of the time. But he sure comes in handy :D

I think his title is Corporate IT systems Manager. But its just easier for me to say computer geek :)


When people ask me what Matt does... I always say computer geek too!! haha. It's much easier to remember and explains them much better.

[alli816]

My FH is a painter for a the army depot here in our area.......plus he's still a Sargent in the Army Reserves.....

[Ohio888Bride]

My FH is an electronics engineer by degree and Navy training. He currently owns two computer repair and sales stores, but keeps dreaming about seeing his name atop a huge building with his office on the top floor. I can envision it as well, because when he wants something, he makes it happen. It's a relief and scary at the same time. LOL!

At home, he's a jack of all trades. There's nothing he can't build or fix, but his passion is working with electricity. :)

[starsthrumysoul]

Mine is an Associate Circuit Design Engineer. He's worked there for about 2 years now, and I STILL can't explain to someone in less than a thousand words what the heck he actually does :-P

And I missed the other post so.. I'm an "employable" school counselor (I just graduated a month ago, so am still waiting for the "employment" part!!)

[ChibiAiChan]

My hubby works for the govt in the TSA... he is the guy that takes our shampoo =) He was promoted to lead too <3 He makes more than I do and I'm the one that went to college ;.;

[spuls5]

Mine is an auto mechanic at his parents business. They own a transmission shop and do any kind of auto repair. When I need my oil changed I take in some home made cookies and put my head on his shoulder and say "Hi" :) So he will change the oil for free and rotate my tires LOL.

[FLAteacher]

My DH is a delivery driver. He works for the family business setting up and delivering copiers, fax machines, and bundles of paper. They only work in the Central Florida area.

[tootsie]

My hubby is a graduate research assistant at GA Tech. He is working on his Doctorate's in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He is a brain, truly.

[byrd813]

People keep telling us to open up our own restaurant/bakery. If only they knew how much of a risky investment that is!


I freagggin loooove papadeax! it is off the chaaaain!


I must tell you though, the higher the risk, the better the chances are for you to make a higher return. Now since we're in a lil situation with the gas an all, I wouldn't suggest doing it now,cuz people are thinking more about saving than spending at the moment. But when the time is right, girl I say go for it!

My husband is a GIA certified jeweler for a company called Oxford Jewelers in Stonecrest mall. He went to that school in NY I forget what its called I think it's called GIA too.... I dunno n e wayz yeah he went there, some people ask why I work... it can kinda get boring in the house all by urself. My house has a guest house in the back, and my mom lives there with my dad she can get kinda annoying, cuz sometimes she comes and cooks and stuff, but hey shes my mom, plus its convenient I just walk on over drop off my daughter and i'm out.

[acidcookie]

He's a PhD student like me. Yeah our lives suck sometimes ;)

[jannafin]

He is a Reprographics Specialist for a health insurance company (though he actually works for one of their contractors). That basically means he works with printers running print jobs and does warehouse/delivery work within the building.

[ger]

My husband (I still get goosebumps calling him that!!) is a farmer. He grows wheat, corn, sunflowers and millet. I love being a farmer's wife....wish I could do it all the time!!

[karkar]

FH works for the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad. He moves the locomotives around on the tracks and does some maintenance on them such as changing brake shoes, oil changes, and filling it up with gas.

[Redhead Rita]

My man is unemployed right now.... But he usually works as a janitor....

[MrsBold]

FH is an Assistant Manager for a large sporting goods store. It pays well while we finish up school.

[Whitewater]

Tiernan has two jobs right now . . . his main, FT+bennies job is a banker for Wells Fargo, helping to administer retirement plans. You know if you need money out of your 401K and have to ask the bank? That's what he does, works with the paperwork. The other job is evenings, doing customer technical support in a call center for the IPhone.

I missed the other thread too! I was a stage manager for the last 15 years, now I'm currently going through a kind of major career crisis and am heading towards trying to get a career going by writing . . . .or (if I can find the money to get the certification) become a pastoral counselor, the first step towards becoming a life coach type person.

We'll see.


Whitewater

[lana~ri]

My FH actually has the same job that I do. We both work for DuPont in New Johnsonville, TN. We are in the maintenance dept in the reaction area. Our plant is the world's largest titanium dioxide plant. And we use more chlorine than a chlorine plant does. It pays very well but I tell people that it is hazard pay. The maintenance here is not like maintenance at any other place. Everything is very large. We both love our jobs. I'm the only woman in my shop and one of only 8 women in maintenance out of almost 200 maintenance personnel. I do love my job though. And I get to see FH throughout the day. Ahh! The perks!

[flyerso6]

My DH works in maintaince at an amusement park, so he fixes all the roller coasters when they break and inspects them every morning.

[ToySoldier]

Well I'm a Soldier in the US Army, Infantryman (Combat Arms) and Brit is finishing her last year of college with a degree in Criminal Justice and minor in Psychology. She wants to work for the FBI.

[NurseLau84]

DH is a staff engineer (graduated with BS in 2006) for a firm that does underwater acoustical engineering. He does a lot of testing and analyzing for the Navy (the company is a government contractor) to make sure that the sonar waves coming off of the equipment aren't harming the aquatic life. It's really amazing, I have to say. He is such a smarty pants.......and the money is great. It's nice to know we are both in fields that make a difference.:)

[fireprincess2009]

Justin has a dual degree in Music Performance and Music Production.
- He is a log home dealer for The Original Lincoln Logs (oh, he general contracted our home)
- He owns/runs a recording studio in the ground level of our log home (13 years in business!)
- He sells professional audio gear and sells the equipment for and installs home theatre and home recording studios
- He plays lead guitar in a successful local band
- oh, he's recently started running sound for a local nightclub. For his intership in college he was a sound engineer for a large company that did sound for all the large concert venues in the area. He was offered a job touring with Jewel but he turned it down!!!

With the economy the way it is, I'm glad he has multiple avenues of income.

[Katie-ryn]

My FH is a sales associate at Staples. He sells computers and computer accessories. In the next year or two he's planning on going back to school to be a history teacher.

[Nekochanpurr]

Nothing right now. Hopefully this changes after Christmas. It all depends on Michigan.

[WBandMe]

My FH is a software engineer. He writes software for stock trading or something. I, too, prefer to simply call him a computer geek.

Well, I've learned more. He's a software engineer for futures traders :)

[Aleta]

FH is a Chemical Engineer. He does water treatment for boilers and cooling towers (airport and universities are some of his accounts).

[ktmb34]

My honey bounces right now at the major bar/club here. He's an aspiring Police officer and is in the middle of several departments processes.

[RevMatty]

Gina works the diner all day
Working for her man, she brings home her pay
For love - for love

She says we've got to hold on to what we've got
'Cause it doesn't make a difference
If we make it or not
We've got each other and that's a lot
For love - we'll give it a shot



Seriously she's a waitress, and her name is Gina.
The only question I have for her to this day is, Who's Tommmy?

[TwoPeasinAPod]

He worked as a civil engineer for a good while, and then decided to go back to school and become a registered nurse for the Navy. He works in the emergency room.

There is nothing like a man in scrubs! :bbbiggrin:

[NurseLau84]

He worked as a civil engineer for a good while, and then decided to go back to school and become a registered nurse for the Navy. He works in the emergency room.

There is nothing like a man in scrubs! :bbbiggrin:

Good for him!! You must be so proud. :chimp: When I try and talk to DH about my nursing stories he just makes those "grossed out" faces....!

[TwoPeasinAPod]

Good for him!! You must be so proud. :chimp: When I try and talk to DH about my nursing stories he just makes those "grossed out" faces....!

Thanks, so should you of your DH who is an engineer! :) Nursing stories are the best. I love hearing about all of it. What type of nurse do you want to be?

[MrsBacon_092708]

My DH works at the same factory as I do. We both work 3rd shift. He works in a different department. He works on a stamping press. Making car parts from rolls of steel and aluminum. Makes more than I do. That's fine with me though. Means I don't have to work overtime! :whoohoo:WOOOHOOO!!!!!!!!!!!:whoohoo:

[MBS353]

He is a computer programmer - works for a game development company.

They sign contracts with various other companies like EA and Sony and help develop games for PS2, PS3, Wii, etc.

Very proud of him - in the 3 years since he graduated from college he has name in credits of 4 released games (and 2 more to be released soon.)

He plans to work there until I finish college, then we'll go to grad school and he'll get Masters in CS and Math.

He would eventually like to start his own software company or teach Math.