40 Signs of a Job Done… Technically

We’ve all had those days — you’re tired, you’re over it, and you just want to clock out. But some folks take that vibe and turn it into a lifestyle. Welcome to the world of “Not My Job,” where the task may be done, but the care? Left at home. This collection of 40 signs of a job done… technically showcases moments where someone clearly said, “That’s above my pay grade,” and powered through in the most literal way possible.

Whether it’s a road sign installed directly into a tree, a bench that faces a brick wall, or a crosswalk that zigzags like it was drawn by someone riding a unicycle — these are the masterpieces of minimal effort and maximum confusion. They’re the perfect blend of chaos and commitment — proof that you can follow instructions without understanding them at all.

So if you’re in the mood to laugh, sigh, and maybe question the state of professional training across multiple industries, this list is your goldmine. Just remember: someone got paid to do these things… and that someone is probably sleeping just fine at night. Dive in, and prepare to be impressed — or at least technically satisfied.

#1 “Did that unit conversion just like you asked, boss”

Source: NelyafinweMaitimo

#2 Stacked the weights properly boss (68/89)

Source: just_yall

#3 A Redditor’s landlord installed a “handrail” [x-post]

Source: howardkinsd

#4 Printed the signs boss

Source: neek85

#5 Someone just left a freight container in the middle of the highway.

Source: DarkHelmet123

#6 Painted the road boss!

Source: IsItALlamanooo

#7 Goodfeather down

Source: RobNPhats

#8 Goodfeather down

Source: raitisg

#9 Someone didn’t listen.

Source: B4CKR00M5-W4ND3R3R

#10 Got the video on premiere boss

Source: deltiken

#11 “Can I have new words and art for the translation?” “Nah, just translate it literally, it’ll be fine.”

Source: TolverOneEighty

#12 Fragrance. (Paranthesis state source of ingredient)

Source: AlfredoMeisterMC

#13 OP served salmon as a vegan option. [Crosspost from ShittyVeganFoodPorn. OP: unswimmingstupidslut]

Source: tyw7

#14 What do you mean a customer doesn’t want hot sauce? It is /required/ to have hot sauce

#15 Installed the light box sign, boss

Source: NizarNoor

#16 Eh, I’m sure they’ll get it from context clues.

Source: TheOnesWithin

#17 Did the translation, boss

Source: nala2624

#18 Installed the doorstop, Boss!

Source: YanicPolitik

#19 New guy said he couldn’t find the can opener.

Source: capnlatenight

#20 Put the arches up

Source: melvintoast

#21 Changed the sign, boss!

Source: Physical-Bottle-6230

#22 printed out the fortune boss !

Source: namelessalexa

#23 Wrote the ad copy, boss

Source: 10kLines

#24 Sent box design to the printer boss

Source: spinkh

#25 Close enough

Source: Reddit user

#26 i changed the default text on the order form, boss

Source: Lopsided_Parfait7127

#27 keeping water boiling hot boss

Source: KHRoN

#28 Repainted the road sign boss

Source: JonHend

#29 Added an image for the listing

Source: Pumpkabird

#30 Give Way to Bilinguals

Source: tyw7

#31 Repackaged the tennis ball boss

Source: DifficultHydra

#32 A Redditor’s dad painted the house but didn’t move anything

Source: howardkinsd

#33 Linking to a porn site on printed material of the Wicked Elphaba doll itself. Gives a different meaning to “Defying Gravity.”

Source: tyw7

#34 Deleted the moved departments from the hospital elevator display boss

Source: blastedfromadrum

#35 Finished the stall latch

Source: mehshmemeneh

#36 I updated the code boss

Source: NitWitLikeTheOthers

#37 Ad Submitted Boss. Graphics aren’t my job

Source: geekyerness

#38 Painted the door boss

Source: the_real_shtan

#39 Braille script instead of embossed, printed on the train seats

Source: shinigami_rem

#40 Labeled the can, boss

Source: My_smol_bean

And there you have it — 40 shining examples of what happens when “good enough” becomes the gold standard. Whether it’s a misplaced tile, a door that leads to nowhere, or a sign that clearly gave up halfway through, these masterpieces of apathy remind us that doing the bare minimum is an art form in itself.

Sure, not everyone is out here trying to win Employee of the Month, but you’ve got to admire the sheer dedication to not caring. These jobs were completed with just enough effort to tick the box, clock out, and walk away without a second glance — and honestly, that’s kind of impressive in its own chaotic way.

Until next time, stay alert, stay amused, and if you ever find yourself saying, “Eh, that’s not my job,” just remember — the internet is watching.