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My department just hired a new tech. So far he :
Installed a network card on a computer that was still running.
Grabbed a video card without grounding himself first.
Keeps going to monitor websites to look for video drivers.
Tried to install windows using the "getting started with Win98" cd.
Installed windows without formatting the hd first.
I recommend you push him down a stairwell. Quick and deniable.Quote:
Originally posted by cgonzo
My department just hired a new tech. So far he :
Installed a network card on a computer that was still running.
Grabbed a video card without grounding himself first.
Keeps going to monitor websites to look for video drivers.
Tried to install windows using the "getting started with Win98" cd.
Installed windows without formatting the hd first.
He must be the incompetent twin brother of the clown we just got saddled with...:(
don't worry. he won't last long.
From what I've experienced, they last longer than some of the good techs because they are generally good kiss asses.Quote:
Originally posted by Damned Angel
don't worry. he won't last long.
Some people can learn really fast and be good workers once they get over the nervousness of starting a new job.
Although that installing the nic with the computer on is a little worrisome.
Demonstrate earth leakage to him. Is always fun, especcially with the earth wire disconnected :D
Heh I did that 3 months ago... killed the wrong powerstrip :rolleyes: :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally posted by Darkstar
Some people can learn really fast and be good workers once they get over the nervousness of starting a new job.
Although that installing the nic with the computer on is a little worrisome.
Dude I used to work for did the same thing.
Result: "Window has detected new hardware"!
I love Asus
Bet he gets promoted first :D :D
I feel for you. We've just got a trainee who:Quote:
Originally posted by cgonzo
My department just hired a new tech. So far he :
Installed a network card on a computer that was still running.
Grabbed a video card without grounding himself first.
Keeps going to monitor websites to look for video drivers.
Tried to install windows using the "getting started with Win98" cd.
Installed windows without formatting the hd first.
1. Put buttered bread in the toaster.
2. Asked us if he could play a game of pool in the lunch room at 3:00pm in the afternoon, and got upset because we wouldn't let him.
3. Likes to address everyone as "Bro", "Buddy" or "Cheif", or at the very least on matey terms - even the CEO (!!).
4. Feels that within six months of his traineeship, he should be able to reach the same level of expertise as the Systems Administrator.
5. Does very little work, even the work which you give him, and uses the excuse "I'm sorry, but I've just been flat out today" when asked why work hasn't been done by clients. Continuously says he wants to be busy like me all the time. :eek2:
6. Is always on his phone to his friends and others regarding his "job on the side" (trying to do up and sell cars).
He's only a trainee I guess, and it's our job to bust him into shape, but god, I've seen 12 year old's with better work ethics.
You're on a winner there Novakin - Somes like you've got me working for you :DQuote:
Originally posted by Novakain
I feel for you. We've just got a trainee who:
1. Put buttered bread in the toaster.
2. Asked us if he could play a game of pool in the lunch room at 3:00pm in the afternoon, and got upset because we wouldn't let him.
3. Likes to address everyone as "Bro", "Buddy" or "Cheif", or at the very least on matey terms - even the CEO (!!).
4. Feels that within six months of his traineeship, he should be able to reach the same level of expertise as the Systems Administrator.
5. Does very little work, even the work which you give him, and uses the excuse "I'm sorry, but I've just been flat out today" when asked why work hasn't been done by clients. Continuously says he wants to be busy like me all the time. :eek2:
6. Is always on his phone to his friends and others regarding his "job on the side" (trying to do up and sell cars).
He's only a trainee I guess, and it's our job to bust him into shape, but god, I've seen 12 year old's with better work ethics.
you said,
I feel for you. We've just got a trainee who:
1. Put buttered bread in the toaster.
2. Asked us if he could play a game of pool in the lunch room at 3:00pm in the afternoon, and got upset because we wouldn't let him.
3. Likes to address everyone as "Bro", "Buddy" or "Cheif", or at the very least on matey terms - even the CEO (!!).
4. Feels that within six months of his traineeship, he should be able to reach the same level of expertise as the Systems Administrator.
5. Does very little work, even the work which you give him, and uses the excuse "I'm sorry, but I've just been flat out today" when asked why work hasn't been done by clients. Continuously says he wants to be busy like me all the time.
6. Is always on his phone to his friends and others regarding his "job on the side" (trying to do up and sell cars).
He's only a trainee I guess, and it's our job to bust him into shape, but god, I've seen 12 year old's with better work ethics.
I truly recommend staying emotionally clear of this gentleman.:D Or I fear you will be sorry!:( Sometimes hard knocks are the only way!:cool:
Can I take his place? :DQuote:
Originally posted by cgonzo
My department just hired a new tech. So far he :
Installed a network card on a computer that was still running.
Grabbed a video card without grounding himself first.
Keeps going to monitor websites to look for video drivers.
Tried to install windows using the "getting started with Win98" cd.
Installed windows without formatting the hd first.
LOL I wish! :DQuote:
Originally posted by Outcoded
You're on a winner there Novakin - Somes like you've got me working for you :D