What is the best way to get my foot in the door at an I.T. or Technical position, without having college?

by Ron Sombilon Gallery

Question by Rockstar from a further dimension: What is the best way to get my foot in the door at an I.T. or Technical position, without having college?
Right now I am in desperate need of a new job, I’m a cable technician (cable guy) making too small money to pay my bills. I really want to get into some sort of Notebook, IT, or technical position, since I have a very strong interest in modern (and future) technology, and I’m real excellent with technical and electronic things. Heres the problem, despite the fact that I have quite a bit of private knowledge, and learn the stuff quick. I have no actual college, certifications, or professional experience, (other than installing cable, internet, and VOIP).

So what I’m wondering is if anyone has any thoughts of a Technical type position who will hire me based on the type of experience I just described?

I know people are going to say “go to college”.At the moment theres no way I’d be able to afford, or have the time for college. But I’d be willing to go in the future to advance my career, if anyone has recommendations for the best courses, for what I’m looking for, let me know, thankfulness.
One more detail I forgot to mention, I do need to start out making at least around $ 15 an hour.

Best answer:

Answer by Lisa A
Apply for jobs as a lab monkey - setting up computers, running the cables, plugging them in, etc.

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