As an ex rigger/fitter who found his way to the front end and now occupies the left seat, I can concur with most of what Wanty has said although I don't quite like the tone of his first post. There are pilots who are complete
pr**s who do treat Lames with less than the respect due to them. I find that if I talk to them the way I would like to be spoken to, listen to what they tell me and act accordingly, life is really quite agreeable. Trying to second guess Lames was always a bad move; I remember when I was one!
Incidentally, what's wrong with calling us Captain, or even using our names if you know it? I have been called all sorts, I am sure but Chief, Captain, John will all do but please don't call me Sir!