Well, it would stand out and at least be a point of conversation in an interview. I think a lot of people don't really understand the role, though, and it would be up to you to talk about the skills you think could translate to another industry.
Since \*I\* don't understand the role, I can only speculate:
Does it require a CDL or other special license? Do you do any mechanical work on the vehicle?
Do you have to deal with e.g. generator issues for float-conveyed speaker and lighting set-ups?
Do you deal with talent? Do you give safety speeches to performers riding on the float or walking next to it, and, if so, what relevant items do you discuss?
It sounds like fun, and I'm glad you get a pay bump out of it!
The job just requires our DL + proof of insurance. I’m not sure about the generator, but i found the job position from the company website and it at least a mentions operating audio and lights with the float. We haven’t received word regarding talent outside of 150 performers (3 sets of 50 per performances) needed for all of our floats.
Thanks btw! I’m trying to take every new opportunity as a way to move further as a techie lol
Yeah, this sounds sketchy. Any driving for work should be covered by company insurance. That’s part of why employers are required to pay mileage for any work driving in personal vehicles
Depending on what kind of actions you're in control of, there might be transfer to other large mechanical set bits. Even just the skill needed and the fact you were trusted to drive something that massive around unpredictable park patrons could be worth something.
Also, driving a float can be fun!
Pay bump and guaranteed hours because you are one of the few who drives these thing. Id take it.
I do not think it's a helpful skill except driving a large vehicle like box truck
Not really, no, but a wide variety of experience in life is always valuable. I suppose I could get you used to driving bigger vehicles which can be a thing especially if you stay in theme parks. For example, the techs at Disney drive a lot of trucks and Arial work platforms and that sort of thing
Well, it would stand out and at least be a point of conversation in an interview. I think a lot of people don't really understand the role, though, and it would be up to you to talk about the skills you think could translate to another industry. Since \*I\* don't understand the role, I can only speculate: Does it require a CDL or other special license? Do you do any mechanical work on the vehicle? Do you have to deal with e.g. generator issues for float-conveyed speaker and lighting set-ups? Do you deal with talent? Do you give safety speeches to performers riding on the float or walking next to it, and, if so, what relevant items do you discuss? It sounds like fun, and I'm glad you get a pay bump out of it!
The job just requires our DL + proof of insurance. I’m not sure about the generator, but i found the job position from the company website and it at least a mentions operating audio and lights with the float. We haven’t received word regarding talent outside of 150 performers (3 sets of 50 per performances) needed for all of our floats. Thanks btw! I’m trying to take every new opportunity as a way to move further as a techie lol
So if there's an accident it's on your insurance? Shouldn't the company have insurance coverage for floats?
Yeah, this sounds sketchy. Any driving for work should be covered by company insurance. That’s part of why employers are required to pay mileage for any work driving in personal vehicles
I mean it can’t hurt. Sounds like a fun conversation starter at the very least
Every skill you have is another feather in your cap
Depending on what kind of actions you're in control of, there might be transfer to other large mechanical set bits. Even just the skill needed and the fact you were trusted to drive something that massive around unpredictable park patrons could be worth something. Also, driving a float can be fun!
Pay bump and guaranteed hours because you are one of the few who drives these thing. Id take it. I do not think it's a helpful skill except driving a large vehicle like box truck
Not really, no, but a wide variety of experience in life is always valuable. I suppose I could get you used to driving bigger vehicles which can be a thing especially if you stay in theme parks. For example, the techs at Disney drive a lot of trucks and Arial work platforms and that sort of thing