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So, I passed by a local repair shop and saw a sign asking for help. I called, sent in a resume, and started working the next day. After I re-size them (probably not today) I will post some pictures of my station. So far all I've done is stuff like cleared Windows passwords, cleaned out malicious stuff, backed up documents, swapped out a motherboard with a new one and a new processor, fixed a DVD drive, and cleared a password on an old Gateway machine's BIOS.
It's a pretty nice job. I work Mon-Fri, 9-6, and Saturday's from 10-2. It's awkward though, cause my boss is like a genius and he thinks I'm retarded haha. But oh well. So far I've only worked 17 hours and got a check for $168.
Anyone have experience working in computer shops?
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Not bad, i wouldnt mind working on comps for a job. Good luck man
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Nice, I wish I had a job like that. I bet the environment is relaxed. Good luck with the new job.
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Thanks guys, but actually, Swag, it's not. It is on Saturday, cause the boss isn't in. But through the week, he's there, and he's intimidating in a way. He's certified in freakin' everything, and you're messing with his hardware, and his client's hardware, so you're always worried that you're gonna screw up. I thought I caused a short in the motherboard I was replacing, and he freaked out when he thought it was me too. But, it actually was just a bad board he had laying around that I got mixed up (exact same board). But when he's not there, I pretty much just set there, and he has computers that are waiting for me with little "work orders" taped on them. I just read it, do it, write what I did on the form, set it down, and start again with a new one. Then I'll occasionally help someone who walks into the shop. But hey, It's an alright job. I'm happy. Going in tomorrow around 0900.
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A while back I worked as a computer tech, closest thing i've done to working in a computer shop
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I've worked as a student worker in an IT department. Mostly resetting forgotten passwords and dealing with viruses. It's amazing how people making $150,000+ a year can be so dumb sometimes!
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Congratulations on the job. I would love to work in a PC repair shop in the future as well. I'm working on getting my certifications.
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