-Skeletor- said:If you just want the job just for a signing bonus don't bother.
Stephen9o3 said:I applied for Sig Op through reserves, did my medical/PT/CFAT/interview and everything, possibly doing BMQ in July if my medical gets processed in time. Never heard any mention of any sort of signing bonus though
PuckChaser said:You'll only get a signing bonus once you're QL3 qualified as a SigOp, and Component Transfer to the Regular Force.
Well originally the poster wanted to join as a Combat Engineer now today I guess he discovered the possibility of extra cash in another job.. If you join something purely on the fact that theres a signing bonus.. theres a chance you may be let down when you do the actual job unless you know what you are getting yourself into. Also I never said anything about "my motivation is purer than yours"so you can quit that BS now, don't read to much into things. Regardless of a persons motivation to join the CF, how their relationships are with their peers is based on their personality and if they can do the job or not.Nostix said:Isn't that sort of sentiment just a little counter-intuitive to the whole purpose of the signing bonus; to have qualified personnel who might otherwise not have considered the trade take a second look?
This whole "My motivations are purer than yours" idea seems to be a big stumbling block to good inter-personal relations.
-Skeletor- said:Are you sure it's QL3 and not QL5?
-Skeletor- said:Well originally the poster wanted to join as a Combat Engineer now today I guess he discovered the possibility of extra cash in another job.. If you join something purely on the fact that theres a signing bonus.. theres a chance you may be let down when you do the actual job unless you know what you are getting yourself into. Also I never said anything about "my motivation is purer than yours"so you can quit that BS now, don't read to much into things. Regardless of a persons motivation to join the CF, how their relationships are with their peers is based on their personality and if they can do the job or not.
Nostix said:It's always strange how "Don't bother" tends to turn into "Helpful friendly advice", all the while being neither friendly or helpful.
If you had something to say, you should have said it.
a Sig Op said:Signing bonus was $20000 if you CTd to the reg force as a QL5 Sig Op. $10000 on signing, $10000 on completion of your initial engagement.
readytogo said:Is there still a signing bonus on CT with sig op?
if so is there a sig op reserve unit in the edmonton area?
-Skeletor- said:If you have something to say I think you should say it.
Tango18A said:Nostix,
For those of us that are passionate about being Members of the CF, WE DON'T DO IT FOR THE MONEY. I am in because it is what I want to do, and I enjoy what I do. I have no time for troops that are in it for the money only, and are always attempting to further their own personal gains through programs designed to attract and retain individuals for their skills and dedication. If a soldier doesn't feel like pulling his weight after the free money is gone, then a quick visit to the release section should be in order, along with a note to file reference his/her dedication to the CF.
Nostix said:Tango18A,
I'll agree with you that anyone only doing something for the money will quickly be sorted out.
I will disagree with your assertion that caring about money makes someone less passionate, or that not caring about the money is a prerequisite to be passionate. There are plenty of quality members in the forces who would rank pay, job stability, and pension above many others as a motivating force for their career.
A quality person will always find a way to do a quality job, and the opposite is true. What motivates them to do that job really isn't my concern.