Some jobs do not pay their employees as per workload.
A firefighter requires to be mentally and physically prepared to put themselves in danger to protect others.
Many people are unsatisfied with their jobs, be it because of less salary, too much workload, less leaves, or stress. There are many important jobs that are stressful but often make up with lucrative packages and other perks. Then there are certain jobs which are not just important, but taxing as well — where employees have to work in a stressful environment and often end up getting paid much less. Today, we’ll talk about some of the most stressful and underpaid jobs in the world. Read on.
Rifleman or Sepoy, Lance Naik and Naik
The roles of sepoy, Lance Naik and Naik are a part of the Indian army and these jobs are not easy. They work in highly stressful situations and serve the country by risking their lives daily. The army men are real-life heroes who stay away from their family and friends just to safeguard our nation. Their salary ranges from Rs 21,700 to Rs 25,500.
Firemen
The job of a firefighter is not so easy. It requires one to be mentally and physically prepared to put themselves in danger to protect others. In case a fire accident takes place in a city, firefighters need to report to the site immediately and also reach as soon as possible. Many times, while dousing fires, they need to dive into the flames to save people. Their working hours are not fixed, as accidents can occur at times. The average base pay of firemen is Rs 21,000 to Rs 37,000, as per Glassdoor.
Policemen
Be it a festival, holiday, weekend, or any major incident in the city, policemen always have to stay in alert mode. They have to deal with stress regularly, which also includes odd and long working hours, irregular eating habits, shift duties and others. Apart from this, they also need to be on the lookout for miscreants, carry out patrols at regular intervals of time, ensure the safety of the citizens and work on leads on an active case. The average salary of a police officer is assumed to be about Rs 34,600. If employed by the central government, a policeman can make Rs 4 -6 lakh per annum; whereas if employed by the state government, they can make Rs 3-4 lakh per annum.
Journalist
Under the umbrella of journalism, there are various beats. Be it entertainment, sports, politics, and crime, every beat has its own set of challenges. Those who are into digital and broadcast journalism face immense pressure and stress as they are required to break news on an urgent basis and with new angles. The average salary of a journalist is Rs 3.06 – Rs 5 lakh per annum.
