i've been playing since like 10th grade so i guess that would be like 7 years or 8 years i'm not sure. i'm a little out of practice myself. i know what you mean with working and stuff. when i was younger i could practice for hours a day and really get my shred on, but now i'm lucky if i get to play 1-2 hours a week. i haven't really lost much of my chops though.
here's a clip of me playing from like 3 years ago.
YouTube - Silent Night Bodom Night