Its awesome how many were automotive techs and want a new career. Sadly, same boat over here. Have been working in the automotive trade for the past 4 years but i am only a second year apprentice. I started in a small shop and than moved over to mazda and this is where reality kicked in. The past year was a huge choice for me, either go back to school or keep going to get my ticket. But the trade is a money hungry trade, where all that matters is you. I finally made my choice on an airbag job that i spent 20 hours on due to improper diag from a tech. So 3 months ago i quit and went back to school and am now on route for my bachlors of science (probably geology). I was also offered a job at ford part time and took it since the pay is awesome, its not much but enough to keep me alive and this hobby lol. My boss was actually bugging me today about staying around and going full time for my license which i probably will not get.
Its the best choice i ever made and i actually smile and am a happier person
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