Pros
Steady income. Health benefits. Paid vacations. Retirement plan. Job security. Some truly fun, hardworking and unique co-workers. Potential to learn new skills. Get your foot in the door for some + a union dedicated to protecting employees interests, improving wages, hours and working conditions for all, even if you elect not to join.
Cons
Mandatory 10-12 hour days M-F + Saturday. Say goodbye to family time, college or any other interests. All the typical workplace stress and fatigue of an overwhelmingly heavy workload, the increased safety risks, increased health problems, absenteeism, decreased productivity and a high turnover rate like a revolving door. Verbally abusive supervisor who throws temper tantrums. Outdated equipment. General feeling that your not living up to your potential as most careers in the shop and those up front in the office are dead end jobs. Pay is lousy. Lay-offs, cuts on raises, bonuses, and diminishing benefits. Keep your options open...