So you've finally decided to take the plunge to go full-time RVing. You left a nice office or retail job, all this great work experience, and you think it might help. Time to throw all of that out the window, because you're in for a fun time.
When you're on the road, in order to make ends meet, you'll find that you're going to be doing just about everything. If you're a jack of all trades and master of none, this lifestyle is perfect. If you're a master of something, though, you'll end up becoming a jack of all trades in no time flat. Your corporate life isn't a complete waste, though, because you can at least use those experiences to better what happens around you, especially when it comes to workamping. Transition will be tough, but after a while, you can make it work. Plus, when looking for workamping jobs, the more you have under your belt, the better.
What sort of odd jobs might you encounter on the road? Everyone and their mother says they're an RV mechanic, even if it means they changed a tire on their rig a couple years ago. Vehicle maintenance is usually the big one. Sometimes, you may find yourself with other odd jobs. You might find yourself replacing electrical outlets at the business where you're parked. Heck, you may even be erecting a barbed wire fence around a facility in the middle of what would otherwise be winter. You name the odd job, and there's probably someone out here that has done it.
If there's one thing that is definitely worth bringing along for your RV adventure, it's a good set of tools. Almost assuredly you'll use each one within the first month, and within a couple more, will be replacing bits and blades. Even the stuff you don't think you might need, like an angle grinder or reciprocating saw, have one for yourself. A good company will help reimburse you for the consumable tools, and although they may prefer you to use theirs first, it's understandable if you're more comfortable with the power and capability of your own stuff.
Following your internal compass isn't an easy life, but you'd be surprised at what you learn to do out there on the road, and what you can put to good use.
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