To all of the boeing employees out there!!!

Powder · 10-17-2012, 05:21 PM

Sorry to ask around on here but i am getting laid off on november 1st

and i am in dire need of a job!!! i have applied already for a few jobs but if there are any of you out there that have ties with upper management and could help a fellow rider out please let me know.

I am prior navy with over 10 years aircraft painting /corrosion control experience
I have 3 years hydraulic experience, as well as structure repair.
I am awesome at sealant jobs and i can learn fast.

everett is where i am looking to sign on at being that i live in mount vernon.

to all that can help i would be very appreciative and if you cant i would understnad, just trying to exhaust every resource.

firedad · 10-17-2012, 05:25 PM

Takes a hot minute, but look at usajobs.com too

Powder · 10-17-2012, 05:48 PM

i have and nothing :/ well i never stop searching. thanks for the help though.

firedad · 10-17-2012, 05:51 PM

The ones at usajobs are open continuous. They fill positions from there. I'll see if I can find the link for the shipyard.

West Seattle Cager · 10-17-2012, 06:24 PM

http://www.boeing.com/careers/

I took me 14 months for my first application to my hiring date when I got hired as an Electrician this spring. I had my licenses to do the job for over a two year period before I even applied.

The good ole boy "I have a friend who needs a job, hire them" routine may have been true in the 1960s, but anyone who wants to work for Boeing has to go to a career center and submit an application through the Boeing website. Its a long drawn out process, but with all the new aircraft orders maybe, maybe a high demand position will take less time to process.

With your experience maybe a automotive service job can be a temporary solution.

gsxrsrt · 10-17-2012, 07:35 PM

haha, it took me 14 months too! you really cant just get a job through somebody else anymore. theyre weeding out the retards now.

motodave · 10-17-2012, 08:58 PM

http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthre...ng-job-opening

Darvax · 10-18-2012, 06:17 AM

Originally Posted by gsxrsrt

haha, it took me 14 months too! you really cant just get a job through somebody else anymore. theyre weeding out the retards now.

They got a farm full of weeds left to whack still then...

Disclaimer: that's not aimed at you or anyone on this thread. A friend of mine works for Boeing security and the stories he tells me about some of the moronic shit that goes on at Boeing is priceless.

Mxyzptlk · 10-18-2012, 06:46 AM

Knowing someone within the company WILL help you get through the black hole of the hiring websites.

I know worksource puts on a class just for getting hired at Boeing. Perhaps you should take a look? Boeing's website is HIGHLY keyword oriented. Be sure to customize your resume to fit their keywords.

dizzle · 10-18-2012, 10:48 AM

e-mail me, DaneA@JBCconnect.com - I might be able to do something for you.

MMACK · 10-18-2012, 11:42 AM

Someone with your experience could probably find work at an Automotive body shop? They are always looking for painters, prep, etc.

MB2 · 10-18-2012, 12:04 PM

I used to be friends with a kid who's mom did the hiring (his dad was also a union head)...she helped land him and a few people jobs. So I can say it can be done. Unfortunately, he is not a resource for me anymore.

Good luck!

biggnads · 10-18-2012, 12:28 PM

Getting a job at Boeing is easy, just use special keywords over and over again in your application. The most common words they look for are "retard" or "retarded" or "addict". It should only take a few days.

coastiepete · 10-18-2012, 01:00 PM

You may want to look into a company called Global Maritek Systems. They do all the contracted maintenance for Border Patrol/Customs boats, AND some Coast Guard boats.......they have a bunch of people wrenching on boats in the Puget Sound area......

I don't know anybody there, but i have dealt with them.......I think they do work for the Navy too........

motodave · 10-18-2012, 05:38 PM

Originally Posted by biggnads

Getting a job at Boeing is easy, just use special keywords over and over again in your application. The most common words they look for are "retard" or "retarded" or "addict". It should only take a few days.

uhm uhm.... forgot to put gas in it... uhm uhm... fried tators

rs4race · 10-19-2012, 07:26 AM

Originally Posted by Mxyzptlk

Knowing someone within the company WILL help you get through the black hole of the hiring websites.

I know worksource puts on a class just for getting hired at Boeing. Perhaps you should take a look? Boeing's website is HIGHLY keyword oriented. Be sure to customize your resume to fit their keywords.

I second this. My roommate just got a job there, she had some friends at boeing and they really helped her out. First they clued her in on the keywords, and they made great references for her. She got in for an interview within weeks, and job offer/ start date in just over a month. Its possible if the right people want to help you out. btw the job she got had nothing to do with the job they do. Shes doing something in finance, they are aerospace engineers...

Look through the job description and use as many of the words from the description you can in your resume. Then find some good references and you should be set.

Swanny · 10-19-2012, 08:08 AM

Just don't give up on 'em man...the FBI (father,brother,in-law) thing isn't that effective anymore.
They are still hiring assembler/installers and probably painters and sealers as well. It's hard to get really good sealers...shit is like an art form and not a lot of people want that job. "In-Tank" sealers get a bit more $$$ for working in confined spaces.
There is an "aging workforce there so even if you score a job elsewhere for a while, keep Boeing in mind.

Boeing gives vet's priority...so take all the good advice from above and stick with it. The job comes w/ the same old bullshit and politics you find everywhere else, but w/ damn fine benefits.

And since you ride....you'll get to get the sweet parking!

Good Luck Man!

aftCG · 10-19-2012, 01:19 PM

It took me several tries over a few years to get in. As stated above, you need to create a profile on the system and include key words from job descriptions. Don't be a tool and do a straight cut and paste. A computer will use the key words to make matches but a human still looks at your resume.

From there anyone doing hiring is able to use their BS detector - you know, in case janitorial hasn't worked out like you hoped and you have your eye on that CEO position.

It is true that once you're in the sky is the limit. Besides engineering and building planes you can be a diesel mechanic, truck driver, do finance, be an attorney, make training videos, security, medical, etc. It's virtually a complete stand alone infrastructure.

Literally, on your first day in orientation they teach you to look for another job.

Plenty of planes being built. I wouldn't think a person with your job skills will be waiting long.

weig17 · 10-19-2012, 01:32 PM

Dane up above is a good dude.. give him a shot..

if not, i am sure that my recruiter can find something for you in WA.
They are doing lots of hiring right now

www.chiptonross.com

email emorgan@chiptonross.com specifically and tell him that I sent ya.

I read that you had 10 years navy and stopped reading and started typing.. I am always here to help fellow vets. Thank you for what you have done sir!

Powder · 11-07-2012, 09:32 AM

thanks for all of the advice! i got a job offer now all i am waiting for is my background check to clear.


10-17-2012, 05:21 PM	#1
Powder Endorsed Joined: Apr 2011 From: mount vernon, WA I Ride: 2005 Gsxr 600 (track only)	To all of the boeing employees out there!!! Sorry to ask around on here but i am getting laid off on november 1st and i am in dire need of a job!!! i have applied already for a few jobs but if there are any of you out there that have ties with upper management and could help a fellow rider out please let me know. I am prior navy with over 10 years aircraft painting /corrosion control experience I have 3 years hydraulic experience, as well as structure repair. I am awesome at sealant jobs and i can learn fast. everett is where i am looking to sign on at being that i live in mount vernon. to all that can help i would be very appreciative and if you cant i would understnad, just trying to exhaust every resource. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 05:25 PM	#2
firedad Railer Joined: Mar 2010 From: The shallow end of the gene pool I Ride: Faster than I should	Takes a hot minute, but look at usajobs.com too __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 05:48 PM	#3
Powder Endorsed Joined: Apr 2011 From: mount vernon, WA I Ride: 2005 Gsxr 600 (track only)	i have and nothing :/ well i never stop searching. thanks for the help though. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 05:51 PM	#4
firedad Railer Joined: Mar 2010 From: The shallow end of the gene pool I Ride: Faster than I should	The ones at usajobs are open continuous. They fill positions from there. I'll see if I can find the link for the shipyard. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 06:24 PM	#5
West Seattle Cager Endorsed Joined: Jun 2011 From: Seattle, WA I Ride: Suzuki Bandit 1200S	http://www.boeing.com/careers/ I took me 14 months for my first application to my hiring date when I got hired as an Electrician this spring. I had my licenses to do the job for over a two year period before I even applied. The good ole boy "I have a friend who needs a job, hire them" routine may have been true in the 1960s, but anyone who wants to work for Boeing has to go to a career center and submit an application through the Boeing website. Its a long drawn out process, but with all the new aircraft orders maybe, maybe a high demand position will take less time to process. With your experience maybe a automotive service job can be a temporary solution. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 07:35 PM	#6
gsxrsrt Permit Joined: Sep 2011 From: bonney lake I Ride: some rice	haha, it took me 14 months too! you really cant just get a job through somebody else anymore. theyre weeding out the retards now. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-17-2012, 08:58 PM	#7
motodave Licensed Joined: Nov 2006 From: Bothell wa I Ride: WR450 08 Ducati mts 1100s	http://www.wmrra.com/forums/showthre...ng-job-opening __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 06:46 AM	#9
Mxyzptlk Peg Dragger Joined: Oct 2010 From: Seattle I Ride: Ninja 650r, DRZ 440SM	Knowing someone within the company WILL help you get through the black hole of the hiring websites. I know worksource puts on a class just for getting hired at Boeing. Perhaps you should take a look? Boeing's website is HIGHLY keyword oriented. Be sure to customize your resume to fit their keywords. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 10:48 AM	#10
dizzle buttsecz man Joined: Jun 2007 From: Newcastle Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: like an asian. You scurred yet?	e-mail me, DaneA@JBCconnect.com - I might be able to do something for you. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 11:42 AM	#11
MMACK Endorsed Joined: Jun 2012 From: Newcastle, WA I Ride: ZX10R	Someone with your experience could probably find work at an Automotive body shop? They are always looking for painters, prep, etc. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 12:04 PM	#12
MB2 Peg Dragger Joined: Jan 2010 From: Everett, WA I Ride: '67 CT90	I used to be friends with a kid who's mom did the hiring (his dad was also a union head)...she helped land him and a few people jobs. So I can say it can be done. Unfortunately, he is not a resource for me anymore. Good luck! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 12:28 PM	#13
biggnads Newbie Joined: Mar 2008 From: Algona I Ride: 2012 BMW S1000rr Black	Getting a job at Boeing is easy, just use special keywords over and over again in your application. The most common words they look for are "retard" or "retarded" or "addict". It should only take a few days. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-18-2012, 01:00 PM	#14
coastiepete Novice Racer Joined: Apr 2007 From: Youngstown NY I Ride: Speed Triple, GS750, KX 500, 450 EXC-R, KH400, MXZ 700 Renegade	You may want to look into a company called Global Maritek Systems. They do all the contracted maintenance for Border Patrol/Customs boats, AND some Coast Guard boats.......they have a bunch of people wrenching on boats in the Puget Sound area...... I don't know anybody there, but i have dealt with them.......I think they do work for the Navy too........ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2012, 08:08 AM	#17
Swanny Chicken Strips Joined: Aug 2009 From: Renton, WA I Ride: S1000RR,SV650S,R75/5	The Lazy B Just don't give up on 'em man...the FBI (father,brother,in-law) thing isn't that effective anymore. They are still hiring assembler/installers and probably painters and sealers as well. It's hard to get really good sealers...shit is like an art form and not a lot of people want that job. "In-Tank" sealers get a bit more $$$ for working in confined spaces. There is an "aging workforce there so even if you score a job elsewhere for a while, keep Boeing in mind. Boeing gives vet's priority...so take all the good advice from above and stick with it. The job comes w/ the same old bullshit and politics you find everywhere else, but w/ damn fine benefits. And since you ride....you'll get to get the sweet parking! Good Luck Man! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2012, 01:19 PM	#18
aftCG Endorsed Joined: Mar 2012 From: Renton, WA I Ride: '97 Bandit 1200N	It took me several tries over a few years to get in. As stated above, you need to create a profile on the system and include key words from job descriptions. Don't be a tool and do a straight cut and paste. A computer will use the key words to make matches but a human still looks at your resume. From there anyone doing hiring is able to use their BS detector - you know, in case janitorial hasn't worked out like you hoped and you have your eye on that CEO position. It is true that once you're in the sky is the limit. Besides engineering and building planes you can be a diesel mechanic, truck driver, do finance, be an attorney, make training videos, security, medical, etc. It's virtually a complete stand alone infrastructure. Literally, on your first day in orientation they teach you to look for another job. Plenty of planes being built. I wouldn't think a person with your job skills will be waiting long. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2012, 01:32 PM	#19
weig17 Peg Dragger Joined: Jan 2009 From: Snohomish, WA USA I Ride: anything I can get my hands on	Dane up above is a good dude.. give him a shot.. if not, i am sure that my recruiter can find something for you in WA. They are doing lots of hiring right now www.chiptonross.com email emorgan@chiptonross.com specifically and tell him that I sent ya. I read that you had 10 years navy and stopped reading and started typing.. I am always here to help fellow vets. Thank you for what you have done sir! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


11-07-2012, 09:32 AM	#20
Powder Endorsed Joined: Apr 2011 From: mount vernon, WA I Ride: 2005 Gsxr 600 (track only)	thanks for all of the advice! i got a job offer now all i am waiting for is my background check to clear. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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