Labor Ready

Overall I think labor ready is a life saver. I mean really? There is NO EXCUSE for ANYONE to not be employed. It is GUARANTEED work. All you must do is fill out an idiot test as I like to call it (they’re basically just making sure you don’t show up to work on drugs and won’t steal) and then boom just show up early when they open and there’s a job to do. Yes, they’re not ideal jobs (construction, factory work, minimum wage, no benefits, etc) but it’s money! And you get paid same day in cash!
I remember when I lost my job because my car broke down and I had no way of getting there. Now yes, I can just go get another job but it’s a timely process of applications, interviews, follow up interviews, training, and then waiting usually 2 – 3 weeks to get your first real pay check. I didn’t have time to wait to have money. Rent was due, my car needed to be fixed and paid, phone needed to stay turned on, fridge needed food, I couldn’t afford to wait even if it was just 3 – 4 weeks to get paid.
One day, after telling a friend about my situation, they suggested labor ready. I had never even heard of it! I thought they were exaggerating at how simple and quick it was. So I woke up at 4am the next morning, called, and walked my behind an hour to the middle of the city there. I took the test and showed up the next day for work. At the time I lived in Taunton so this was the Taunton location. They were rude, mean, disrespectful, judge mental, but I had work and just like that I had cash in my hand same day. The work sucked. It was cold, early, repetitive, factory work with a short break and no benefits at minimum wage. But I was just so blessed I had an instant opportunity for income until I found a job. I found a job and started working 3 weeks later at a great job but that month at labor ready saved my apartment, car, everything!
A year later I moved to east Boston, got a great job, was Finishing up at Umass Boston, and had my own place. I lost my job a year later and in fear of losing out on continuous pay with out any pauses I looked for a labor ready near me. I found the one in Chelsea and even though I was dreading doing this all over again, I went in. They were so nice, helpful, non judge mental, kind, respectful, professional, personal, and accommodating! Unlike Taunton, this labor ready was clean, warm, comfortable, organized, and welcoming. They found out about my past and knowing I had degrees, a license, car, and past labor ready experience and set me up with a job that was fit for me. They have me a driving job that paid over $ 20/​hr and was great! I worked there for a few month until I could find another job.
I’ll never forget how they were so great! They still call me to this day to see if I’m in need of any work, etc. they really supported me and treated me like a friend until I could get on my feet. It meant a lot especially knowing they don’t have to. Great labor ready location! John and junior were the best!!!