Hi,
I need your advice or counsel on this issue that has been giving me sleepless night.
I am sharing this on nairaland because i feel there are men and women of mature minds and who have lots of experiences on here from diverse walks of life who can be of help.

I have been unemployed for almost 10months now, though before now i worked as a Chemistry teacher for some years until tragedy struck early last year(lost a very vital person in my life). I had to quit the teaching job (because the incident happened at the time where the senior students were preparing for their WASSCE) and as the first born i had funeral rites to perform.
After the burial things weren't too pleasant with me, so i had to re-locate from Lagos to Benin (to stay with an Uncle). My plan was that after everything i would go for any professional course or do one of these HSE courses to boost my chances of getting a job, but due to re-location and financial constraint i had to think of something else.


It happens that where i am currently staying in Benin; along Benin-Agbor road, close to NNPC depot before Benin-Agbor by-pass; has this influx of trailers and heavy duty trucks transporting goods and PMS/diesel/coaltar to and from other states.
Hence the availability of lots of truck's spare-parts markets in the area as well truck mechanics with shops everywhere dealing in repairs of different types of truck (Scania, MACK, M.A.N diesel, etc).



Being that i have been idle for a while now, a thought just came to me that instead of staying idle why not apply to be a Diesel Injector engine mechanic apprentice.

I want to know if that thought is worth giving a try and what are the things that may likely happen being that i did not read an engineering course from the University and what may become of my life. I am 28years of age.


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1forall

What do you hv bsc in

As long as you foresee a bright future in the work. Remember be diligent,respectful and your education should make a difference in how you relate with people. May God guide and bless you.

Oga, cut down your pride and hustle.............28 years no be beans oo.


Ego and what people will say are the problems of most young men these days.

FortifiedCity:
What do you hv bsc in

Industrial Chemistry

ewa20buredi100:

Industrial Chemistry

Do whatever ypu can but make sure you start something of your own.

Meanwhile there is a woman that fries sweet akara outside my estate, she needs an apprentice, You can put up with her for the mean time

donstan18:
Oga, cut down your pride and hustle.............28 years no be beans oo.


Ego and what people will say are the problems of most young men these days.

Sir, I just have this fear of uncertainty of what may become of me in years to come and again the way things are in Nigeria. I don't want to end up regreting the decision.

ewa20buredi100:

Sir, I just have this fear of uncertainty of what may become of me in years to come and again the way things are in Nigeria. I don't want to end up regreting the decision.

Every attempt of hustle in this world is a risk and likely to have some atom of regret possibility.

You aren't throwing your certificate, you are going for the available since the desirable is not available, while you indulge in the apprentice work, you'll still be looking for jobs or a fellow to partner and start a chemical related business since that's your field.

I understand you, I sure do, but you have to get something doing at the moment to avoid negative mindset and influence from friends.

Destiny can only be delayed, but can't be denied

Young man...if I had the knowledge I had today trust me I would have learnt a hand work or gone to a more technical school and leave all this BSc issue. I advice you take up the opportunity and learn the hand work it doesn't stop you from being who you are, you can actually be applying for jobs while learning the mechanic, which ever comes first, if u finish and no work well you have a hand work and can stand onenyour own. If a very good job comes and its good enuf to go for then you go. But start doing something. Also being a graduate I believe you would be able to apply your self better and package better than your master, trust me these mechanic guys are quite rich. As long as you don't begin to cheat people and drink and womanise because that's what finishes thier money. Go ahead man, don't ever be scared of failure. NOTHING BEATS HAVING A SKILL OR HAND WORK.

as long as you are idle, just find something to busy yourself with.
mechanic isn't a bad option,atleast you can be able to fend for yourself.

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Been a competent mechanic would constantly put food on your table........

A skill that you can always pick up and drop, when other options become available.....

Bsc certificate is worthless, If its not providing you the employment options you desire.......

Q

It's all about passion, fulfilment and provision of your basic needs. If you don't see this in your BSc, but in mechanics u feel better, then go for it... After all, life is not all about certificates but personal fulfilment

Best choice bro... Thats the reason for your education.
Adaptability.

I dished my degree since I dropped my pen over 10years ago and I don't regret it.

What job/work are you currently doing to survive? Nothing?. The uncle you're staying with will soon see you as a disaster.

You already know the answer but you want people to dictate for you, be a man. No knowledge is wasted and that doesn't stop you from being who you want to be.

Being a mechanic doesnt mean you have to dump your degree. It is a phase face it, make the best out of it and enjoy the ride. Do not see it as bad condition. I have seen CEO of oil companies learning how to cook. Some engineers know carpentry, some pilots learn how to fish. So learning about mecjanics and fixing cars is what it is. LEARNING and there is no need for self pity. Learn it, master the skill and if you find that you like it and can do better with it you do so.

OK

It really isnt a bad idea to think outside the box but have you considered the time required to graduate from this type of apprenticeship? I know mechanics train for many years before their freedom. I suggest you consider other hand works you can learn in a relatively short period of time e. g Tailoring, making shoes, e. T. C which u can pick up in one year. With commitment and a creative eye, u will surely blow cos your crafts alone will advertise themselves.

You can do advanced stuff like diagnostics with machines, not necessarily like the average mech on the street.

Dear friend and brother, I will say it's a great chance for you.... Go ahead with the apprenticeship and after becoming a master.... You could pursue a degree course in that line.... It will give you a better leverage in the market not engineer can loose a nut on their personal car..... Bro Godspeed..... From me Dayoara.

For you to have the foresight about heavy duty vehicles passing a certain area and to install yourself to tap from this opportunity means you are a smart person. Don't waste time anymore, go for the mechanic apprentice.

to hustle my brother anything aside joining bokoharam, armrobber, doing yahoo, ritual no job I no fit do oo


take those advise above, handiwork pays, who knows, you might meet your helper there


one just need to take a steps as you're trying to do, nothing to regret in taking steps with your dream

It's so important that you have what you can do without your degree. What I'm saying is this, skills are so so important. Grab every opportunity you have to acquire any one.

erocorp01:
Young man...if I had the knowledge I had today trust me I would have learnt a hand work or gone to a more technical school and leave all this BSc issue. I advice you take up the opportunity and learn the hand work it doesn't stop you from being who you are, you can actually be applying for jobs while learning the mechanic, which ever comes first, if u finish and no work well you have a hand work and can stand onenyour own. If a very good job comes and its good enuf to go for then you go. But start doing something. Also being a graduate I believe you would be able to apply your self better and package better than your master, trust me these mechanic guys are quite rich. As long as you don't begin to cheat people and drink and womanise because that's what finishes thier money. Go ahead man, don't ever be scared of failure. NOTHING BEATS HAVING A SKILL OR HAND WORK.

Dear Op, kindly, follow this advice.

Brother! go ahead with ya plan its a very good one, all u need is packaging. There is money in Automobile business.

This is NIGERIAN THINKING at its worst. The IQ is so low that people post meaningless stuff because they are thinking in Nigerian language instead of just thinking. Look at this premise for instance. In what way does doing auto mechanics ( a very good and rewarding line of work ) invalidate your chemistry degree?
Why does one render the other useless and indeed what kind of inferior educational system even develops the mind to think this way?

You can take up the apprenticeship until a better opportunity comes your way.
Life is all about planning and taking chances when opportunity knock.
All the best.

Only God and the angels know how people think on this forum. Please, if he possibly put up for the apprenticeship, what will he be eating throughout the years? And hope you guys know how many years it takes to be well grounded in automobile repairs especially if u have bosses that hide works? Guy, please THINK, THINK AND DON'T FORGET TO THINK...SHALOM