hoov100 Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 I have been in the army now about a year or so and certain problems have led to me being chaptered out with an honarable discharge. Now all i need to do is choose between two jobs, border patrol or CHP now i love deserts and off roading and all of that, but at the same time i also like being able to cruise around on the streets and would love to take some ricers down, but now i must choose. so what do you guys think? BP or CHP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 I have been in the army now about a year or so and certain problems have led to me being chaptered out with an honarable discharge. Now all i need to do is choose between two jobs, border patrol or CHP now i love deserts and off roading and all of that, but at the same time i also like being able to cruise around on the streets and would love to take some ricers down, but now i must choose. so what do you guys think? BP or CHP? If that's your attitude for being CHP, I say BP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted March 9, 2009 Author Share Posted March 9, 2009 lol, i dont know what CHP does other than pull people over and arresting me on my bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMortensen Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 My understanding is that CA isn't hiring cops of any kind right now. Something about a $50B budget deficit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayakTN Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 CA has serious budget issues right now; you'd be lucky to get a paycheck. You'd probably get an IOU instead. The federal govt is one of the few sectors that is actually hiring. I had a co-worker get hired by the Border Patrol a couple years ago while I've bounced from one IT project to another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Challenger Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 If that's your attitude for being CHP, I say BP. Yeah, last time I checked you were supposed to "keep the streets safe." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Yeah, last time I checked you were supposed to "keep the streets safe."And "protect and serve." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globerunner513 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 If you can get a job, Id suggest BP. I know a few people in the border patrol and they really like it. Curious, what is your job in the army? MP? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete84 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 What sort of experience do you need to get into the BP? Is it like getting into Army or a CHP academy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
X64v Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Border Patrol. My cousin is doing that since he's back from Iraq and out of the Army. He really enjoys it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschiltz Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 If you're already used to combat BP shouldn't be too bad for you, haha. The violence in Mexico is escalating quite a bit and starting to cross the border. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 if i can survive north LA then i can survive anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayakTN Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I made the mistake of hitching my wagon to Ford Motor Company. I lasted 2 years until I was RIF'ed. I'd think twice before working for the City of Los Angeles. If you have military service, any Federal employment is included when considering your VA benefits or any kind of retirement pension. Had a friend that did 8 years as an MP in the Marine Corps... he desperately wanted to get hired by the gov't so he could get his 20 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 i dont think i have the mentality to retire, plus where would i get the money for the z's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayakTN Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 My aunt and uncle retired from the service; it's a nice bonus if you can get it. Most of the people I've met that retired after 20 years were able to move into other, successful careers. The guy I bought my Z from was a retired USAF mechanic and had run a shop for over a decade. Must have paid pretty well. The guy had a hell of a house in a sweet neighborhood. I have a cousin that's a Brigadier Gen; she's in for life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckolander Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 The primary job of CHP officers is to harass freeway driving people, not just drivers. The primary job of BP is to keep the border secure. You can have a job where everyone hates you, or a job where Americans love you. I would prefer to be loved by some than hated by all. Still, it's your choice, good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 maybe i should just move to Australia and "live off the land" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KayakTN Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 I have a friend in Cairns. He could give you some beer and whiskey brewing tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoov100 Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 alright, theres one suggestion, come one people this massive think tank wont move itself!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckolander Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 You could move to North Dakota and piss everyone off with your California attitude and accent. They still don't believe that they're the one's with accents. Oh, and the economy is still good here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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