Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician (1142)
Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician (1142)Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician (1142)The job of an Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician uses knowledge of electrical theory and concepts, and electronic fundamentals. Equipment electrical systems technicians repair electric motors, electronic modules, motor control circuits, and electric power generation equipment. These technicians also troubleshoot digital/logic components/circuits and make organizational and intermediate level repairs on the electrical systems of engineer and general supply equipment. Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician Duties Duties include of this MOS include Diagnosing problems and making repairs following manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, and other specifications.Using hand tools, power tools, and electrical and electronic test equipment.Repairs include soldering connections and replacing wires, malfunctioning apparatus, and components, including some f aulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic parts on equipment. Advanced Electrician Course for Noncommissioned Officers Noncommissioned officers are afforded the opportunity to attend the Advanced Electrician Course that provides in-depth instruction on the requirements of the National Electric Code and the planning of electrical support, to include determining demand, phase balancing, and voltage drops. Apprenticeship Programs An apprenticeship program, leading to U.S. Department of Labor certification as a journey worker is available to equipment electrical systems technicians under the United Services Military Apprenticeship Program (USMAP). This program is a formal military training protocol that provides active duty Navy and Navy Reserve Full Time Support (FTS) service members the option to improve job skills and to complete civilian apprenticeship requirements while on active duty. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provides the nationally recognized Certificate of Comp letion once the program is finished. USMAP fine tunes job skills and shows yourenthusiasm for more challenging military assignments. Having a DOL Certificate of Completion is beneficial in getting better civilian jobs because employers know the value of apprenticeships. According to the Marine Corp, the followingUSMAPapprenticeship trades are related to MOS 1142 Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician Computer OperatorElectric-Motor Repairer (Any Industry)Electrical Equipment Repairperson (Magneto Repairer)ElectricianElectrician (Construction)Electrician, Maintenance (Any Industry)Electronics MechanicElectronics Mechanic (Any Industry)Maintenance Mechanic (Any Industry) Job Requirements Must possess an MM score of 105 or higher.Must possess an EL score of 100 or higher.Complete the Basic Engineer Equipment Electrical Systems Technician Course (MO3UAA2), Marine Corps Engineer School, Camp Lejeune, NC.Must have normal color vision.Meet the physical requirements in Chapter 4 of TM 11275-15/4. Related Department of Labor Occupation Codes Electrician Maintenance 829.261-018.Electrical Repairer 829.281-014.Gas-Engine Repairer 625.281-026.Electric-Motor Analyst 721.261-010.Electric Motor Repairer 721.281-018.Wireworker (Electrical Equipment) 728.684-022.Wirer, Cable 729.381-022.Tester, Electrical Continuity 729.684-058.Salvager (Utilities) 729.687-030.Electrician, Powerhouse (Utilities) 820.261-014.Electrician, Automotive 825.281-022.Control-Panel Tester Electrical Equipment) 827.381-010. Related Marine Corps Jobs Fuel and Electrical Systems Mechanic, 3524.Aircraft Maintenance Support Equipment Electrician/Refrigeration Mechanic, 6073.
Saturday, November 23, 2019
New Zealand companys 4 day work week test was success
New Zealand companys 4 day work week test was successNew Zealand companys 4 day work week test was successYou may have had to fight for Summer Fridays in your office, but soon you may only be working four days a week. A company in New Zealand called Perpetual Guardian, which helps people manage their wills and estates, tested out a four-day work week for two months and just released their results. Overall they found their 240 employees reported greater productivity, as well as work-life balance and they experienced less stress.The survey found that 78% of the employees could manage their work-life balance, up from 54% the prior year, and stress levels were down 7% from the year before as well. It was just a theory, something I thought I wanted to try because I wanted to create a better environment for my team, Perpetual Guardian CEO Andrew Barnes told CNN. Im humbled that my team has responded, and they went beyond my wildest dreams.Work smarter, not harderThe idea of a shorter work week is not a new one as studies and surveys have shown that people are often more productive when they have less time to work smarter, not harder. Fifty-plus hour work weeks, which much of corporate America, is all about these days does not always mean higher productivity. Other companies have tested out the ideas and seen positive results like technology education company Treehouse which has had a 32-hour work week since 2006 and Reusser konzept which has a 4-day work week. The company works longer hours to make up for having Friday off, but the founder says the system is working.You can also turn to Tim Ferriss, founder ofThe 4-Hour Workweek Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Richbest-selling book and school of thought, which many people have adopted. However, many critics have spoken out against Ferrisss theory pointing out that he has only been able to accomplish this because he worked very hard (and probably more than 5 days a week) to reach a certain level of success which allows him to do this.Dorie Clark wrote in The Harvard Business Review, Unfortunately, as with many American cultural obsessions, we look too quickly for the easy answer. Stymied at work? Not as engaged or productive as youd like to be? Its a lot simpler to blame burnout, stingy HR policies, and a lack of beach time than it is to honestly evaluate ourselves and our performance.Dont get me wrong Im a huge believer in the restorative and galvanizing power of vacations,especially international travel, Clark said. But to earn the right to take time off, we also have to meet a few necessary preconditions in todays competitive international marketplace.As remote work is becoming more ubiquitous and there is more freedom from the 9 to 5, a break from the traditional 5-day work week is possible but it is definitely not the norm yet. It should also be noted that New Zealand haslow labor productivity compared to other countries, according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation a nd Development.
Thursday, November 21, 2019
How to make money on the side, no matter how busy you are
How to make money on the side, no matter how busy you areHow to make money on the side, no matter how busy you areMaking money on the side - or having aside hustle, if you will - has become an industry in its own right.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreWith student loan levels at all-time highs and an increasingly competitive job market, bringing in a little extra bacon with a side gig is a great way to stay on top of bills, pay down debt or, if youre lucky, help fund some of your dreams, like that European vacation, or a down payment on your first house.If youre interested in making some money on the side, heres how to go about itHow to make money on the side1. Come up with an estimated amount youd like to makeRemember that not all side hustles are created the same, and some will net you a larger earning than others. Before you platzdeckchentle on an actual side gig, it helps t o start by considering how much money youd like to make on the side. This may dictate where you actually start looking for side jobs.2. Factor in your timeIf you already have a full-time job or stay home with your children, time could be a real issue when it comes to finding a profitable side gig. Youll likely want to find something that pays you a certain amount of money per hours spent on the job, even if your overall pay is in the form of a lump sum.You might not know exactly how long it will take to complete a side gig assignment until you get started, but it helps to do some preliminary math ahead of time and figure out just exactly what your time is worth, especially when this time is likely taking away from other things, like hanging out with family or friends or focusing on self-care.3. Think about what the job will requireBesides your time, a side job could require additional resources, as well. If your side job requires driving, youll want to take into account the distance (and therefore time) to and from the job, as well as gas and wear and tear on your car. You may need to buy equipment, upgrade your Internet or phone service, or download computer programs. All of this should go into your consideration for an overall hourly wage that is acceptable to you, as well.4. Consider your skill setArguably one of the easiest ways to make the fruchtwein money on the side is to dig into a need thats not being filled within your current industry. Tapping into the skillset you already have through your job means you wont need to spend time or money learning how to do a new job, and you may even already have the resources at your disposal to find people looking for freelance or contract work within your field.5. Tap into resourcesIf you decide to divert from your regular profession for your side job, that doesnt mean you need to reinvent the wheel. Plenty of websites allow you to search for jobs that would make good side options, and most even vet out any possib ilities of scams, so you dont have to worry about that, either.Indeed,MonsterandFlexjobsare all good places to start. You may also want to consider task-related jobs that are usually very flexible, like becoming a driver withLyft, completing chores forTaskRabbit, or walking dogs withRover.6. Make yourself invaluableOnce you decide to pick up a side job, the only way to really become profitable is to commit to it. Just like with your regular job, by making yourself invaluable to your side job customers, youll be ensuring a steady stream of work for the foreseeable future. That means making deadlines and going above and beyond whats asked.7. Keep track of your payments and expensesPicking up a side job can become overwhelming quickly if you arent organized. Be sure to stay on track of the hours youre working and your income, and follow up promptly with any payments that dont come through when they are supposed to.Make sure you discuss with an accountant whether or not you need to make quarterly tax payments, as well as how much you should be saving from each paycheck to do so, if your taxes arent taken out for you. Discuss any new things that might become write-offs, as well, like any equipment you need to purchase for your side job, or any classes you take to increase your skills.8. Be purposeful with your new incomeTheres likely a reason that you wanted to use your free time to make some additional cash. Whether that was making more payments towards your student loans or other debts, or saving up for a down payment on a house, or to put towards a trip, put actions into place to make sure you dont spend that hard-earned money elsewhere. Its easy to do so if you set up direct deposits or automatic payments.9. Set a timeframe to reassessGive yourself some time to get adjusted to the side job you go with, but set a reminder to reassess in six or 12 months to see how things are going. Are you making as much as youd hoped? Are you stressed out attending classes and working two side jobs? Have you become so wildly successful at your side job that you could maybe consider making it full time? Whenever youre dealing with your financial goals, its always a good idea to reassess occasionally and to make any necessary changes to meet your goals while staying sane in the process.This article first appeared on Business Insider.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people
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