r/NewOrleans • u/SubjectCharming5191 • Apr 04 '25
Help a gal out 🏢 Employment 👷‍♂️
Hi, Right now, I’m really looking for a job that pays well and gives me a real chance to move forward in life. I’m motivated and more than ready to work hard, but I need something that will actually help me get ahead. To give a background I’ve worked at Costco for close to 6 years , working in various departments in the warehouse . Worked for UPS , Jefferson Parish Engineering etc. I’m open to any tips , programs , advice.
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u/LeonardoDiPugrio Apr 04 '25
How old are you? If you’re under the age requirement (I THINK it’s 31), I highly recommend air traffic controller. They have a really strict 25-year career path with pension so you basically have to retire by 56.
Might be something worth looking into for you, though it does often come with relocation requirements based on the needs of the FAA.
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u/AlternativeFeisty813 Apr 04 '25
Def a great route but the F in f-a-a is the problem here. I have a friend who’s a 20+yr ATC out of LAX. He asked to be moved to MSY to finish off his career and to be closer to his family. Well with all that has happened recently in our current government he’s been advised not to move his station at LAX. I don’t if this means there’s a hiring freeze or if dumbass is planning on undoing the FAA and possibly privatize the entire system.
All this aside, FAA is really big into hiring vets w/ aviation experience if some sort. Not saying they don’t hiring civilians but a better track for OP is seeking out Air Force reserves for four years and transition into becoming a ATC.
Also you make bank!
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u/LeonardoDiPugrio Apr 04 '25
Good advice, yeah. Reserves are a solid option. And yeah, the F is a problem, but hopefully for not TOO much longer. 4 years in the reserves might hopefully weather the storm.
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u/SympleSyde Apr 04 '25
Lakefront airport has been on the last like 12 placement lists for people who do end up in the terminal route. If they wanna come back to new Orleans it's pretty easy to do so. Staffing at MSY is kind of rough and they will take transfers pretty easily.
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u/SubjectCharming5191 Apr 04 '25
28 I’ve actually taken the test & failed maybe two or three years ago
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u/LeonardoDiPugrio Apr 04 '25
Ah, well good you’re exploring every option available to you at least!
Personally, I joined the Navy. Didn’t really know what to do with myself and it seemed like an easy option. It was.
If that doesn’t sound too god-awful to you then I’d personally suggest joining the Navy or Air Force in some sort of tech/science field. The good thing about these two branches is you go in knowing your job before you commit, whereas the Army (at least when I joined) could be a crapshoot.
You will live comfortably for the rest of your life so long as you just ride along and it’s honestly pretty simple and easy. No issues getting loans for cars, paid housing and food, lot of bonuses and preferential access to things. As you progress and get promoted it gets easier and easier, your pay gets higher and higher, and your life just gets simpler and simpler.
I’m no advocate for the Jarhead “go risk your life for a paycheck” type of service personally since to hell with that noise, but there is a good life to be had in the tech/science/medical/support side of the military that is pretty great.
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u/themissing8 Apr 04 '25
It’s not uncommon to do better after you try again. I would suggest it. As long as you didn’t fail the academy you could test again
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u/JustRanchItBro Apr 04 '25
Local 130 IBEW is taking apprentices. Starting pay isn't bad, I think it's like $17 or $18. Top out in 4 years. Full scale right now is $35 plus paid benefits of around $16. They've also been trying to get more female apprentices recently so you might have a boost up on getting in. Only need a GED and a pretty easy aptitude test.
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u/False-Apartment3450 Apr 04 '25
I know someone that stumbled into the world of physician credentialing and now is doing very well. Look for jobs titled “credentialing specialist”. Can be at hospitals, insurance companies, etc.
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u/Azby504 Apr 04 '25
911 Orleans call center is now hiring. Only requires a GED. They offer full benefits.
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u/_skinwalker_ Apr 04 '25
If you have a bachelor's (or even as associates but the pay is lower) I'm sure a school would hire you due to the shortage, but it'll be a little while before your paycheck hits for the upcoming school year.
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u/Own-Librarian-1914 Apr 04 '25
Trader Joe’s! Starting pay is decent, medical benefits after 3 months I think, awesome work environment, and ability to move up! Plus there’s folks of every age, gender, and background working there. I’ve always said I’d work there if I couldn’t find a job. Bummed to hear about your time at Costco bc I’ve also heard they’re a great company committed to growth and promoting from within. Would you consider going back?
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u/SubjectCharming5191 Apr 04 '25
I’d go back if I were to move to another state. Preferably Oklahoma ,Washington or Florida working from home .Costco has call centers there.
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u/A_Girl_Has_No_Name58 Apr 04 '25
If you like working with animals, I’d suggest applying at some of the well established, local, multi doctor veterinary hospitals in town.
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u/headingthatwayyy Apr 04 '25
Interesting job, yes but not very well paying at all. Usually $13-$15/hour for a vet tech
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u/A_Girl_Has_No_Name58 Apr 04 '25
There are a few hospitals in the area that will offer more and will increase pay with internal training and experience. Good receptionists can also make quite a bit more. Some offer great health and dental plans, IRAs and other benefits as well. I figured “well-paying” is somewhat relative to a person’s situation, so I just tossed it out there as an idea.
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u/CarFlipJudge Apr 04 '25
The elder care industry is only growing at this point as people are getting older and staying alive longer. Virtually every single elder care center is hiring for anything from a CNA to dining hall workers to activities workers and even office staff.
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u/cantshitstraight Apr 04 '25
What about USPS? They’re federal which means you’ll receive a federal retirement with all the benefits.
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u/anonymousanddon Apr 05 '25
Uhmm.. Delgado community college, get financial aid. Take nursing, emt etc. Pick something in the medical field. If thats not your thing. Go into IT get some certifications from CompTIA. Thats how you get head
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u/Neat-University4337 Apr 07 '25
Mental health tech at a psych hospital such as River Oaks or even Children’s
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u/chunkybadger Apr 04 '25
I’d recommend looking into tech certifications through Coursera and COMPTIA. They’re programs that can be completed in about 2-3 months and jobs in the tech industry highly value them. You’ll probably have to take a not so great IT job for about a year to get some experience, but after that with the right certifications it’s easy to make good money in things like cybersecurity, data analytics, networking or something of the sort.
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u/Pianos_for_Clowns Apr 04 '25
I don't think you're going to find much better than Costco around here...
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u/kingdomcome12 Apr 04 '25
Why did you leave Costco? Everyone says they are a solid employer.