Gabe works at the Fortuna Ledge Co-op Store. You will most likely see Gabe behind the counter helping to get what the customers want or stocking in the shopping aisles. He works eight hours a day, mainly with Marlene. His boss is Alex Nick. Gabriel doesn't know what's the best part of his job but comments, "At least I don't get hollered at!"

He doesn't plan to work at the Co-op for very long since he is planning to join the Air Force. He may be leaving after he takes his physical in Anchorage. If he passes his physical, we may not be seeing Gabe for a while.

A few of Gabe's responsibilities are: being kind to customers, seeing that customers get what they want, keeping the store clean and stocking. He dislikes the fact that the hours go by too slowly and that he gets only $6.00 an hour.

For anyone who would want a job like Gabe's, here's advice from a person who is experienced: study, memorize and practice your math skills. It helps a lot to challenge yourself, and instead of using a calculator, use your head, you'll learn faster.

Interviewed and written by

Angela Kameroff