[wk4u2nv]

I need some opinions on what i should do.

Currently I work at Chrysler as an SVR(summer vacation replacement) I basically work during the summer to fill in spots. I did this last summer and got laid off near labor day. I love this job, the work is hard, but for some damn reason I love it. the pay is ok, no where near the 30/hr the full time people make. So do I risk being laid off again and not getting hired in, or do I take a job working for a dollar less then what I make now. This job would be more stable, but theres always a chance I will get a raise once the new UAW contracts are worked out. Any opinions?

[UZI4U]

You'd be a fool to not take something that is stable and, more or less, permanent in the area you're in. If you take the other job that's $1.00/hr. more and lose it, you'll be getting $0.00/hr. and that wouldn't be a good thing.

[NonRubicon]

I personally prefer to have steady, stable employment over seasonal work. Keeps me busy, out of trouble, and give me a steady stream of income to allow me to continuously fix things on my YJ as they break

Also, working a more stable job looks better on your work history, as it leaves fewer gaps. I would venture to guess that employers, in general, want to hire people who stick with their employer for longer periods. Most don't want to invest any time in people who appear to job hop or otherwise don't hold steady jobs. A history of seasonal positions might be an exception, provided that the seasonal work is related.

That $1/hr for the summer seasonal position might not make that much of a difference once the tax man gets ahold your your paycheck.

[303_XJ]

Take the $1 less and enjoy your new job. Work hard and show them what you're worth. Stick with it and if it's not right for you, use it as a stepping stone to something much better.

[smcginnis87]

If you can take the job then take it, work hard and make a living form it and if you become CEO, CFO,COO of Chrysler don't forget us JF guys and gals!

[relgnarw]

Stability is the key, especially in the job market today. With 9.0% becoming the norm it's good to be in a stable occupation. I dont know about you but I have a few bills to pay. I think I would take a few dollars less to stay employed, but please dont tell my boss