- Biomedical Technician: Repair and maintain infusion pumps at two hospitals and one surgery center; 6 months
- Test Technician: Test, program, diagnose, and repair up-and-coming robotic surgery system protype; 2.5 years
- Electronics Assembler: Build and test a variety of medical devices; 2 years
- Laser Engraver: Design and engrave cremation urns and temporary grave markers using Epilog Legend 36EXT machines, sandblaster, etc.; 4.5 years
- Embroidery Machine Operator: Operate an 8-head Tajima industrial embroidery machine to produce logo garments for hotels on items like robes, pillowcases, slippers, etc.; 3.5 years
- Document Processor: Work on foreclosure documents (absolutely loathed this one); 6 months
- Barista and Chocolatier: Take orders, serve food, make coffee drinks and tea, make chocolate candies at a local cafe and chocolate shop;
- Server: Take orders, serve food, make milkshakes, converse with customers at a 50s style diner; 3.5 years and later an additional 1 year
- Sound & Lights Technician: Operate soundboard for theatre shows; 6 months
- Costume Character: Interact with guests as various cartoon characters; 6 months
- Makeup Artist: Design custom looks and apply to actors; 6 months
- Freelance: For a couple decades, I've offered baking, photography, makeup, proofreading, artwork, and more!
dec 4 2025 ∞
dec 5 2025 +