Hello all. i have a quick few questions about a dilemma I have. Currently I am a Wastewater operator leave and make 60k gross. My job is pretty sweet good benefits and is very leisurely most times. I am VERY comfortable here. However I am a slightly ambitious individual and over the years, boredom has struck, along with the taxing of my body working the overnight shift.

I applied for an Environmental Manager position with a food manufacturing company. Job entails managing wastewater as well as stormwater, offal, as well as maintaining permits (air, water, etc) I have done these tasks in the past, just not with the responsibility as a Manager. The company is offering me 35% more to come on board. Benefits are about the same. I lose a state pension but gain a matching 401k and potential for bonuses in return.

The cons of course are a new corporate environment, possible loss of leisure and more strict performance based a lot on budget

Pros are a much shorter commute, working on a normal dayshift and increased earning potential.

Thoughts?