I am an AWS certified TIG Welder and I have an associate degree in Industrial Technology alas I live in south bend indiana and there are zero jobs out here. I look hard for a job everyday and there's nothing wrong with trying to make more money while I'm doing that. McDonald's is disgusting I bet you eat that shit
Swallow your pride, a few years ago I was in a tough spot and got a minimum wage job to tide me over until I could find something more permanent!