I guess I don't believe a definition of a real technician is simply someone who looks in a manual to fix thing. I believe technicians of all stripes need knowledge and a good feel to fix things. I think your definition of technician is limited and does disservice to a wide variety of professions.

"I don't have money or healthcare and expect you to work for free" - no, the USA was paid in land via treaty, so the bill was paid.