Revolving Shift? (live, title, rattlesnakes)

[Smitdw81]

I was wondering if anyone could define what a "revolving shift" is? I just interviewed for a position that requires a revolving shift at Boeing, Patuxent River MD. I asked at the interview but it was very vague. Please help.
Also, This position is for a Test Evaluation Lab Technician.....I was wondering how the working environment is working in that position and what the stress levels are? Thank you.

[adelphi_sky]

Sounds to me like on some days you may work 7am-3pm. Other days you may work 3pm-7pm. Other days 11pm - 11am, etc.

[coquinegra]

Typically (we called it swing shift) you go from Day shift, to 3-11, to night shift.

[wisedisguise]

Originally Posted by coquinegra

Typically (we called it swing shift) you go from Day shift, to 3-11, to night shift.

I worked in the space industry for years in satellite operations; a 24/7/365 job. Swing shifts are typical of how those positions are staffed. A few places I worked at had three set shifts; day, evening or night. Either works once you get used to it. I wouldn't want to do it again, although the pay is good.

Some people like it because it can be rather flexible if you juggle days with coworkers and enjoy a week off rather than just a weekend.

[wisedisguise]

As far as stress levels...that job title is vague and covers a lot of bases. Who knows what you are testing and what your part is? Off shift jobs are usually low stress unless you are learning to juggle live rattlesnakes.