Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of various jobs? Get ready to meet some people who keep it real. These guys aren’t doing their jobs – they’re knocking them out of the park. They show us the sweat, the grind, and the sheer determination it takes to get things done.
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2. “Hard life for hands in a cement manufacturing plant! I’m a maintenance boilermaker and this is after a day of working in the dirt and dust. Choose your career wisely kids.
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3. “These doorknobs match the occupations of workers in buildings.”
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4. “My arm after grinding fiberglass all day.”
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5. “These hotel staff make you a new best friend.”
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6. “When you work in retail long enough, it starts to feel like a Zen garden.”
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7. “This Iranian teacher goes to the hospital every day to help his sick student.”
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8. “These paramedics helped the kids finish dinner after taking their mother to the hospital…they stayed there and did the dishes.”
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9. “Some retail workers a little too Happy with their return policy.
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10. “A motel offered me this breakfast tray for $15, which includes a toaster and a 2-liter container of milk.”
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11. “A restaurant serves French onion soup with real onions.”
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12. “This math teacher decided to help her kids get in the holiday spirit.”
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13. “You should see what they can do in the seafood aisle.”
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14. “This dog sitter left photographic evidence.”
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15. “Bored at work, decided to draw canto starters using bacteria.”
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16. “Fast food workers go above and beyond to keep your food clean.”
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17. “The overnight cashier at Walmart doesn’t have much time.”
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18. “After his host spilled his drink, a waitress made him a personalized cup.”
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19. “Here’s to all the firefighters who give it their all.”
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20. “Japanese train workers built these special tunnels to help local turtles get home safely.”
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21. “This teacher saved a kitten… all while keeping the class on schedule.”
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22. “Every year my school’s librarian dresses up as a book harvester to collect out-of-date books.”
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23. “So I hear you like it when the cables are properly managed.”
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24. “I requested a picture of Nicolas Cage on my pillow at the hotel when I booked. They all decided to leave.
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Bonus: “After working 40+ hours a week on standby, I made enough money to pay for college this semester.”
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In the unfiltered world of various professions, one truth stands out: commitment shines through. These individuals redefine success with their unwavering commitment to going the extra mile.
Please note: This article was updated in January 2023 to correct source material and factual errors.