tool suggestions to make my job easier

Originally Posted by Mick

Ok. I take it back, then. Yes, I know the system very well. Use your allotment or lose that much next year. I was an Army Motor Sergeant and actually tried turning back $10,000 one year. From the Captain's reaction, you'd have thought it was a court-martial offense.

Exactly the situation. There are pros and cons to the way the system is set up, but they are providing the right tools and PPE.
Never used diamond blades so I might try them out.
Chop saw is definitely going on the list. I thought about it, but after reading the posts it dawned on me that I would use that a lot and it would make my job easier.

I would recommend getting an index of specialty bits for impact drill drivers, like hex and security star bits. I use those more often than I thought I would. Also, carbide blades for reciprocating saws.