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Kristof 
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Joined: October-08-2007 Location: Bree, Belgium Status: Offline Points: 3400 |
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 Topic: New job for KristofPosted: November-20-2013 at 4:47am |
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Well, I finally got the job I've been applying for since 2005.
Starting monday I'll be stationned at "KayBee" Airforce Base, where I'll become a member of the F16 ground crews in the 349 Squadron! Finally rid of that boring and stupid desk job!! My new job will be "Air Mission Planning", much more exiting than paperwork. I'll feel like a soldier again, instead of a clerk... |
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Kristof
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 6:08am |
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Little piece of personal history to enlighten you guys.
My first job in the army was as a tank commander. Did that for eight years and loved it. Due to an accident, I hurt my back and was not qualified to be a tank commander anymore. At that point I made a bad choice and was assigned to a desk job. It didn’t take me long to figure out that this wasn’t my cup of tea. So I started applying for other, more military oriented jobs… Since 2005, I applied several times for the job I’m starting on Monday. Each time I was denied the job with the explanation that I was “indispensable” at my current job. Each time I tried to explain that I do not like the job I’m doing and could therefore not be “indispensable”, but no deal.  Not trying to offend anyone, but I don’t know how officials (or officiaries, funtionaries) are in the States, but here in Belgium they are as flexible as a crowbar… Whether they are army clerks or other government clerks… My beloved colleagues are a perfect example of this. One statement of a colleague is burned in my brain forever: “I’m not here to be flexible nor to help the client, I’m just here to implement the rules”. Having parents and a wife who all run small businesses, where flexibility and service towards their customers are high values, you can imagine that my colleagues and I have heated discussions on regular bases. Furthermore, administration is the example of absolute inefficiency, where tons of useless paper is wasted for a komma at the wrong place. OMFG!  So for the past nine years I have done a job that I actually hate. But it never crossed my mind to quit the army. First and foremost, I am a soldier and will die a soldier, proud to serve my country and my allies. But that will all be in the past soon. And I will bury this chapter of my career as deep as I can, looking forward to serve my country and allies once again! I spent a few days in the squadron that I will be assigned to on monday. What a different world that is! These people run on efficiency! “Rules are fine, but first of all, get the job done, as efficient as can be”. I love the motto of that squadron: “Strike hard, strike home”. My kind of people!!  |
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- Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
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uk1979
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 7:44am |
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Congrats....Kristof as a planner this must mean a flight in a F16 you know the pre flight prep no food and a change of underwear.
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Lets have a go
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Morfoot
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 9:23am |
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Congrats on the new job Kristof!..... No offense taken on the paper pusher. Thats what I'm doing these days and can honestly say I hate it. I'm a mechanic by nature and fixing things is what I enjoy most. When I was working on the repair benches I was always the "go to guy" when they needed a part repaired properly and quickly. Commonly referred to as "Foot Magic". A mechanic is what I am and what I will always will be.
Good luck with the new job, the new adventure and as always..... Thank you for serving! 
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OverMyHead
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 10:21am |
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Congratulations Kristof, Proof that persistence pays off! There is nothing better than getting paid to do something you love.
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Kristof
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 11:09am |
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Thanks guys!
And Roger... |
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- Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
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phatsat67
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 11:39am |
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Good deal Kris. My current job is the most desk oriented job I have ever done. When something carbureted comes through the shop I am usually called upon which gets me excited because I really don't get to work on anything much anymore haha.
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IAughtNaut
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 1:23pm |
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Belgium has an army?
Just kidding man, glad things are looking up! Sure doesn't sound like you were in a great spot before, I hope its everything you envision? |
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 1:51pm |
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Negative Ghostrider the Pattern is Full.
Kristof, why is it my vision of you in the service is more along the lines of "McHales Navy" then "Top Gun", LOL Congrats on the New Job, Be Safe Out There!!! |
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Kristof
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 2:28pm |
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Quinner, why do your comments not surprise me...?
Luv ya too man! |
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- Gun control means: using BOTH hands!
- Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
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scottb
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 2:33pm |
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Congrats!
Jobs in the military are true Catch-22 stories. To move on to a better job, you have to be good at your current job, But you are too good at your current job, so we can't let you move on to a better job. |
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Kristof
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 6:20pm |
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Something like that Scott...
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- Gun control means: using BOTH hands!
- Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
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backfoot100
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 7:23pm |
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Congrats Kristof. Glad to hear that your persistance has paid off.
When I was in the submarine service, I absolutely loved it. I would have made it career if I didn't want to raise a family. the time away from home sucked, the duty itself was extremely rewarding. |
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Posted: November-20-2013 at 11:34pm |
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Great news Kristof!
F16's.. that some serious toys!
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 1:15am |
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Working around those jets is exhilarating...way to go Kristof!
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jbear
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 1:55am |
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F16 rides & pics..sweet...
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 9:13am |
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Thanks for chasing down bad guys!
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“Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.”
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Kristof
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 9:19am |
At your service Sir! |
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- Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 11:02am |
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Hey Kristof, first thanks for serving, second congratulations on the new and exciting job and third if I come to Belgium can you arrange a ride in one of those F-16s???
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Posted: November-21-2013 at 12:00pm |
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Yeah, I was going to ask if they ever "happen" to leave the keys in the ignition?
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