Biggest mistake you can make as a beginner merchant seaman

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  • Опубликовано: 26 янв 2025

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  • @hazmatops
    @hazmatops Год назад +6

    BT is for your STCW endorsement . It’s a leg up if you’re brand new. Shows you’ve got skin in the game

  • @Nick-eu5zu
    @Nick-eu5zu 3 года назад +51

    Don't join without being ready to hit the ground running. Lots of training, lots to learn. Everything from not flushing improper stuff down the head, to walking safety up and down ladderwells, to avoiding other safety hazards as you walk around deck.
    Show that you want to learn how to do your job to the best of your ability. Learn all aspects of your job and try to acquire as many skill sets as you are able to. It's a small company and your name will transcend ships when it comes time for you to be sent to one. People want to know that a competent worker is being sent their way.
    - MSC Mate

    • @ac3121
      @ac3121 3 года назад +1

      I’m here how do I apply

    • @Wowvod
      @Wowvod 3 года назад +4

      Fuck yeah I’m planning to get my diploma and apply right away. All this is good information thanks.👍🏾

    • @storkyracing
      @storkyracing 3 года назад +3

      @@ac3121 you have to first get a passport & twic card once you receive them you can apply for your MMC BOOk once you have all this you can apply to any company hiring entry level

    • @MrClutch038
      @MrClutch038 2 года назад +1

      @@Wowvod did you apply?

    • @Wowvod
      @Wowvod 2 года назад +3

      @@MrClutch038 I just got my diploma, now imma start working, before I head to the states and then attend the training in Seattle.

  • @patrickbrowder6857
    @patrickbrowder6857 3 года назад +6

    Took me too long to find this little nugget of information. Thanks, Lady Trill.

  • @hangingwithms.cooper42
    @hangingwithms.cooper42 2 года назад +5

    I’m glad I came a cross this video. I’m from Jax fl and was thinking about going to school

  • @Ryt-808
    @Ryt-808 2 года назад +7

    Your a life saver I was just about to purchase the courses on line thanks to you in wont. Great video btw

  • @Tr3TV2022
    @Tr3TV2022 3 года назад +50

    Damn it’s dope as hell .. I finally found somebody who make the same videos as me 😅💪🏽 keep going strong sis 💯 new sub

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +3

      Ayyye thanks 😊

    • @rodanderson797
      @rodanderson797 3 года назад +7

      I watch the both of y'all. I completed my basic training about 2 weeks ago oh an yeah I'm from jax FL 😂 but I'm highly thinking of considering MSC that's how I stumbled across your video. Wish I would have seen it before I paid $1590.00 at Blue Water Maritime Academy

    • @Tr3TV2022
      @Tr3TV2022 3 года назад +3

      @@rodanderson797 MSC is a different beast lol that’s why you don’t see anybody on RUclips talking about it 😂 better ask around

    • @timetoenjoybrown9101
      @timetoenjoybrown9101 3 года назад

      Do I need to get the covid shot as well as the flu shot while becoming a merchant seaman

    • @Sul33
      @Sul33 3 года назад +1

      I just started watching you guys, great information because there isn't much out there. I've UNREP with the Tip over a dozen times, I'm Navy 14 years.. Thinking about going merchant after I retire. How much do you interact with the 1st, 2nd or 3rd officers? Drop that video!! What's your schedule like underway, in-port, time off, paid vaca?? We need the juice LOL!!

  • @marcmeinzer8859
    @marcmeinzer8859 4 месяца назад +2

    When you’re new to the deck gang, even if you’re an AB already, don’t tell anyone that you plan on sitting for your 3rd mate’s ticket. And that would be because anyone who knows how to read could do so, and once having done so, it won’t make the slightest difference, because the officer’s unions typically aren’t accepting many new members, which is why so many ABs have their mate’s ticket, and yet are still in the deck gang instead of being a watch officer. Sure, you could then get a job on a Liberian flagged ship, or a Panamanian rust bucket, but the embarrassing fact is that typically it is the American flagged ships which are the rust buckets today, since for the most part the US merchant marine is no longer commercially viable.

  • @malachigadson4329
    @malachigadson4329 3 года назад +7

    Thanks for the heads up... Just finished my medical appointment for MSC today and NEO is next week!!

    • @deionhicks2476
      @deionhicks2476 3 года назад

      Damn I’m waiting to get the call for my NEO how long did it take for you to get that call after your medical appointment?

    • @btemplin77
      @btemplin77 3 года назад +1

      @@deionhicks2476 I am also in the waiting process haha sent my app in at the beginning of February and currently im at the "application has been forwarded to employment division for review" part of the process

    • @deionhicks2476
      @deionhicks2476 3 года назад +1

      @@btemplin77 it might be a while fam, it took them a hot ass minute for me

    • @soviethammer
      @soviethammer 3 года назад

      How's the job so far?

    • @malachigadson4329
      @malachigadson4329 3 года назад

      @@soviethammer I’m absolutely loving it so far

  • @pittoo1317
    @pittoo1317 3 года назад +17

    Was literally just looking into taking a course...so glad I watched this first. You are a BEAST 👍

  • @ianmankersen
    @ianmankersen 3 года назад +31

    I hold a masters license, people can also get started on the water with only a twic card if they want to work locally. We would love to see more women in our industry. Great information! Once upon a time I considered offshore but those schedules are a killer. I prefer my 20 days at work and 10 off. There is incredible potential in any maritime profession though.

    • @Sul33
      @Sul33 3 года назад +1

      I'm going to have to look into this

    • @aaliyahcampbell3856
      @aaliyahcampbell3856 2 года назад

      Can I have more information.

    • @aaliyahcampbell3856
      @aaliyahcampbell3856 2 года назад

      Can I have more information.

    • @colechristian7528
      @colechristian7528 2 года назад

      Getting a Twic card is very easy, i obtained mine and then get a job with Transocean working on the drill ships offshore and working my way towards my AB UNLIMITED License

    • @ianmankersen
      @ianmankersen 2 года назад +2

      @@aaliyahcampbell3856 go to the twic office, apply and get one. You can start applying at inland marine companies or harbor tug companies. There is always someone hiring and it’s easy to move up if you are motivated.

  • @davidconnelly6206
    @davidconnelly6206 2 года назад +4

    I see that you are sailing with MSC, and I’ve heard horror stories regarding time off. I’ve heard that you can be out for a 4 month hitch, its your time to take leave. And after being home for say a week, MSC calls you to come back. Is this true? And what are the shortest hitches you can do with MSC? Thanks

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +4

      It’s a mandatory four months contract.. your off one month but there’s ways to stay home longer ( dr appointments )

    • @davidconnelly6206
      @davidconnelly6206 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 Thank you for your response.

  • @charitywilson5365
    @charitywilson5365 2 года назад +1

    Starting my process and I have no idea where to get an up to date copy of the application for my red book. Frustrating but thank you for giving me so much hope.

  • @marcuscobb8505
    @marcuscobb8505 3 года назад +6

    Hey I stay in Jacksonville fl and thinking about goin to blue water school but thanks for the info

    • @growthspurts8671
      @growthspurts8671 3 года назад

      Damn that’s crazy me too

    • @williamclement416
      @williamclement416 3 года назад

      @@growthspurts8671 lol righ i stay in orange park

    • @tray8162
      @tray8162 3 года назад +1

      @@growthspurts8671 I go on the 5th. Did u decide to go yet or no

  • @tonynovasel
    @tonynovasel 3 года назад +2

    I have a AB Unlimited with RFPNW and a Tankermans endorsement so I am forced by the USCG to get my STCW certification and also a medical card and a twic card as well.

  • @AundraMack
    @AundraMack 5 месяцев назад

    I am sitting here with my MSC card just came in the mail. I got everything done and it’s so happening. I see your video about. Not going to training I’m trying to figure out what is my next move?

  • @greek835
    @greek835 3 года назад +4

    Yes @ladytrill I did the samething lol got my red book on my own and then went to blue water , now I’m a oil rigger I got to go retake the same classes over again when I could’ve just waited lol

  • @sethbennett6745
    @sethbennett6745 2 года назад +1

    Im trying to figure out the best way to do the application for the MCA. What website did you use to print it off ? I live in jacksonville so im trying to get this going asap

  • @Enomaru001
    @Enomaru001 2 года назад +3

    So I’m a community college student who has almost nothing to do with seafaring knowledge beyond “I want to work on a boat in the middle of the ocean”. If, in the future, I would want to pursue being a merchant seafarer, how would I go about doing that from square 1? What kind of education is mandatory? Thanks for the vid!

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +5

      Get your passport, Twic card , merchant mariner credential . That’s where you start .. after that decide if you want to go union or nonunion . Union is SIU.. nonunion is MSC

    • @trulyshanell3143
      @trulyshanell3143 Год назад

      @@ladytrill904 what is Union & nonunion ?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  Год назад

      @@trulyshanell3143 union is where the union ( SIU ) helps you find different jobs onboard the ships that are under the union . You pay union fees to be apart of it … non union is just a regular company that stands alone or affiliated with the Navy

    • @crishnaholmes7730
      @crishnaholmes7730 Год назад

      @@ladytrill904where do you get the merchant mariner credentials

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  Год назад

      @@crishnaholmes7730 google mmc application

  • @thedealguy5359
    @thedealguy5359 7 месяцев назад

    I have a question though I live in Atlanta Georgia I wanted to know when I send off my documents am I sending them to Miami or am I sending them to another office to get my MMC card.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  6 месяцев назад

      The closest regional exam Center to you

  • @francisco64628
    @francisco64628 2 года назад +1

    Thaks for share your experience with us, if i am a colombian guy and want to apply for the SIU apprentice program, what can i do?

  • @daezohn24
    @daezohn24 3 года назад +1

    So I go on the coast gaurd website and print out application ...I have to get a physical and drug screen first ? And then send all 3 paperwork in at once then what else am I paying for the merchant credentials

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +2

      Yes .. you print out the application, find a clinic that does Coast Guard approved physicals .. then pay for the mmc online

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +2

      Everything will be on the application step by step

  • @grigorimolotov2955
    @grigorimolotov2955 2 года назад +5

    What did you mean when you said "take the course if you don't want to sit in a union hall forever?"

    • @outlaw565
      @outlaw565 11 месяцев назад +1

      I believe Because people who take the coarse have higher seniority than you. They would be a class B card and people without the course would be a class C card making you lower on the totem pole for a job. I believe that’s the way it works, I am not a seaman.

  • @troyfadez
    @troyfadez 3 года назад +5

    Damn I’m in Jacksonville and I was about to take this school course

    • @tray8162
      @tray8162 3 года назад +1

      Blue water?

  • @evertonb3031
    @evertonb3031 3 года назад +1

    Hey i have a jamaican passport would that be a issue to get in

  • @jayferb2224
    @jayferb2224 3 года назад +4

    My MMC just came in the mail kind quick too thanks for telling me a different way 🍾🥂

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      Yaaay

    • @adrianblair9221
      @adrianblair9221 3 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 How much hometime do you get with MSC? How many months off?

    • @mikamee14
      @mikamee14 3 года назад +1

      @@adrianblair9221 it varies by ship, rank and job. My MSC engineer friends do 4months on 1 off, not sure what decked and unlicensed do. MSC is hard to deal with but they are a great way to enter the industry. Tug boats are another good option, less time at sea but more frequent trips to the boat.

  • @sandydasilveira2591
    @sandydasilveira2591 2 года назад

    Hello. Do you know how I can apply to work on the tugboat in NYC? The Union doesn’t have supply or tugboats. Thanks in advance!

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      Hello just find out the name of the company the tugs are under and apply there

    • @sandydasilveira2591
      @sandydasilveira2591 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 Thank you for your reply. I am not sure I understand. What is the name of the company? Sorry

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      @@sandydasilveira2591 I’m not sure the name either .

  • @lilding-a-ling6875
    @lilding-a-ling6875 3 года назад +3

    Hi Hailey, im from the south Georgia area literally 20 mins north of Duval and I have a few questions. 1st: how long was the training course for the MSC?
    2nd: can you describe the training course, for an example, do you have to do physical training such as jumping Jack's and push-up. 3rd: how long did it take the MSC to call you about a job..I just missed the last hiring period in Feb, but I did a job fair with Dave Britton in March so I just kinda on standby.
    4th: as a entry level are you able to work deckhand or are you stuck in the Gulley mostly? One more thing, whats the rotation on the ships? Is it really 4 months on and 1 month off?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +7

      Hi , the training course was 2 months .. it was easy nothing physical but the fire fighting ... it took two months .. if you get hired as a deck hand yes .. you can do OJT if u get hired to be a su .. 4 months on 1 month home .. but fr it will be like 5-6 months on 1 month home but there’s always ways around that ..

  • @birrandaking5954
    @birrandaking5954 8 месяцев назад

    So everyone says that going to the SIU piney point program will pay you more though if you do it that way and then the schooling is free. Is it best to just apply for my MMC on my own time and then I don’t gotta go 4 months with no pay and then a crappy first pay tour? I told my buddy about doing a cruise ship for Norwegian and testing the waters first and he said the pay is drastically different if I was to go through the union. Do you need to go to piney point to work for SIU? I’m local to the Bmore, Maryland area. Any help and info would be greatly appreciated. I’m about to get my physical done through them but still need titers and on the fence about this schooling and also not interested in tug boating as much as I would be cruise ships and working shorter tours. Shoot me a message. Woman to woman! Thanks anyone for some input.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  8 месяцев назад +1

      Hello , you can get your mmc on your own then go and pay your union dues join the union without the schooling , you would just be very low on the totem pole which makes it a little bit more difficult to get a job … if you go to the Pony points program, you come out as a higher rank .
      I work with a lot of people that went through the cruise ship route and they all are more happier now that they’re done with that. I guess it just depends on what you’re looking for.
      What some people do is go the military sealift command route ( my company ) move up then switch over to siu later at a higher rank .
      It’s all about your preference

  • @charliewaiters2105
    @charliewaiters2105 11 месяцев назад +1

    Damn thank you for making this video . I know I'm late to the party but I'm from Jacksonville FL and I was gonna try and enroll in the school. And you saying you don't need the school to get a job as a merchant seaman ? So there's no added benefit of the school ? I'm just wondering because if I do this I need to start work immediately after leaving my job and I can't have no lapse in pay until I start working on the boat. So if I don't have any prior training will they hire someone with school training over me ? Sorry for the long post and thanks again for your help

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  11 месяцев назад +1

      There is a benefit of the school.
      The whole purpose of the video is just to explain that Msc will pay for the classes then you go work for them after.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  11 месяцев назад +1

      I explained in the video that Msc will pay you for training

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  11 месяцев назад +1

      I think you need to do a little bit more research and rewatch the video lol

    • @charliewaiters2105
      @charliewaiters2105 11 месяцев назад

      @@ladytrill904 I mean from what I took from the video was that you don't need the school to get a job as a merchant seaman. So what would you say is the benefit of going to the school or did I miss that in the video lol

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  11 месяцев назад +1

      @@charliewaiters2105 you need some sort of training to get a job I’m just showing you ways to get the training for free

  • @AgrippaMaxentius
    @AgrippaMaxentius 3 года назад

    Hi Lady Trill, do both SIU and MSC have that boot camp style training? Are there any training centers that let you go home to your own room at night?

    • @fortkatana4u
      @fortkatana4u 2 года назад +1

      SIU you have to do the STCW and the VPDSD course

  • @captaindavidjones844
    @captaindavidjones844 3 года назад +1

    Are the Gangway Up orders still in effect and how strict is MSC about it? Any news on when it'll end? How often do you notice wipers, electricians, and deck members rotate on and off ships for new crew members?

  • @telefonetoca
    @telefonetoca 2 года назад +1

    This wake up video deserves a thumbs up

  • @candicetaylor62
    @candicetaylor62 3 года назад

    Hi there I need some assistance getting the paperwork. What is the name of website

  • @deontemerritt91
    @deontemerritt91 3 года назад +1

    I am really trying to get my Merchant Marine Credential too thanks for the information.

  • @brittanyyouman1050
    @brittanyyouman1050 3 года назад +2

    Is there anyway we can talk, I just paid my deposit a few weeks ago and my class is suppose to start in June. The application is a headache I need further guidance, it'll be greatly appreciated. If there's a way to truly not waste my time and money I'm all for it.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +2

      My ig is lady.trill

    • @Dolllypockets
      @Dolllypockets 3 года назад

      I messaged u on ig also I have questions please help me

  • @Yonkohep
    @Yonkohep 3 месяца назад

    How long did it take for the application process for msc?

  • @shootermchavoc1293
    @shootermchavoc1293 2 года назад +1

    You say dont take a training course unless you want to work on a tugboat or sit in a union hall for hours? Can you elaborate a bit on that to me it makes zero sense.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      Sure ! … Say you paid to take a local training course ( not MSC or SIU training ) to get your basic training endorsement on your MMC with no experience. If you want to get on an SIU ship your going have to wait in the union hall, your going be waiting a long time bc you have the lowest rating book over other people who have more experience and a higher rating .. I’m not saying you can’t get a ship if you decide to go that route , I’m just saying it will take time …. I hope you understand now

    • @shootermchavoc1293
      @shootermchavoc1293 2 года назад +1

      Thank you! I understand, im guessing that time waiting would be because you're a C book union registration.

  • @snagz2keso640
    @snagz2keso640 3 года назад

    I’m 18 and stay in Jacksonville Florida while you where in Jacksonville did you hear or see anything about the processes and things that the company in Jacksonville had to offer?

  • @wmcduffie1973
    @wmcduffie1973 9 месяцев назад +1

    I got all my documents now so I just have to apply.

  • @royjefferson78
    @royjefferson78 3 месяца назад

    So I don’t have to go to school? And that goes for Merchant Mariner too?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 месяца назад

      @@royjefferson78 you can apply to a company that gives u training for free

    • @royjefferson78
      @royjefferson78 3 месяца назад

      @@ladytrill904 but would the pay be different vs going to school 🏫? U coming in with nothing don’t that hinder u with low pay? But it would be fast just getting hired and them training u. I just want to get paid what I’m worth.

  • @matjohnson8168
    @matjohnson8168 3 года назад

    You probably won’t get to this but where can I find a place to get the physical and drug screen to get my mmc?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      You just have to google coast guard physicals and call around

  • @breiaxgalore8091
    @breiaxgalore8091 Год назад

    Where do you go too get coast guard physical

  • @kingturkeyburgers.0077
    @kingturkeyburgers.0077 2 года назад +1

    Hi Lady Trill question, say u go through the siu or msc apprentice program and you come back from you're first job, can you take your next job whenever you want or are you required to report whenever they ask?

  • @merchantwaymitch4774
    @merchantwaymitch4774 2 года назад +1

    Pressa this what we all needed👌🏾🔥

  • @amywilliams2281
    @amywilliams2281 3 года назад +3

    Is that really cool T-shirt a part of your uniform or do you have to pay for it??

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      I bought it from the ships store !

    • @amywilliams2281
      @amywilliams2281 3 года назад +1

      @@ladytrill904
      Now Trill imma need one them shirtz...ASAP❤️
      I just completed the physical & drug test 👀
      Now I’m just waiting for their YAY or NAY💁🏽‍♀️

    • @amywilliams2281
      @amywilliams2281 3 года назад +1

      @@ladytrill904
      Does MSC provide uniforms to work in⁉️

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      They will have the shirts for sell on the ship u get on ... and good !! And no you have to buy the uniform. They will reimburse for your work boots tho

    • @amywilliams2281
      @amywilliams2281 3 года назад +1

      @@ladytrill904
      I hope to bump into you one day💕

  • @shatekawilson7141
    @shatekawilson7141 Год назад

    Do you have to have your TWIC before you apply for your mmc

  • @jameszoe2511
    @jameszoe2511 Год назад

    Hey can you tell us the site you used to download the application

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  Год назад

      www.dco.uscg.mil/nmc/merchant_mariner_credential/

  • @dcjay4722
    @dcjay4722 11 месяцев назад

    They do hair follicles?

  • @vincentbullock6029
    @vincentbullock6029 3 года назад +1

    Are you talking about the stcw

  • @ellysialincoln5216
    @ellysialincoln5216 3 года назад

    What’s the name of the website you print the application from?

  • @fastdeliveryl708
    @fastdeliveryl708 2 года назад

    Can you give us a guide how to get that mmc book plz? im trying to get into this field.

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      Yes I did do a video on that

    • @fastdeliveryl708
      @fastdeliveryl708 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 link plz?. i would apreciated any help. I dont know any body in this bussines. any comunication would be highly apreciated. i just watched a video on how to start with no school but it wasnt very detailed. start as a sea book ask , (no school)
      twik card, 120$ get in two weeks (3)
      Passport (2)
      Mmc book, (1)
      basic trainig course $1400 (4)
      Security course

  • @stjude29
    @stjude29 2 года назад +1

    I have a us passport and a twic card what else do i need to get a mmc credential anyone can help me step by step ? Thank u guys godbless

  • @brockevin69
    @brockevin69 2 года назад +2

    Damn I took it in Jax, wish I had known. Took advantage of my lil Gi Bill. 🥴

  • @marcusthegreat8710
    @marcusthegreat8710 2 года назад

    Question can I get a Mmc without a stcw?????????

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      Yes but you will need it to get on a ship

  • @alexisestrada7328
    @alexisestrada7328 2 года назад +1

    Do you need prior experience to obtain MMC?

  • @GTFDJTV
    @GTFDJTV 3 года назад

    Can you send me the link for the mmc application?

  • @trentwashington8862
    @trentwashington8862 3 года назад

    Hey. Where in Jax Fl can you go get a coast guard physical?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      There is a new place in river city called Amelia urgent care they do it

    • @trentwashington8862
      @trentwashington8862 3 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 thank you

  • @keonsmith2307
    @keonsmith2307 3 года назад

    So I would get a physical too then send it to my regional union?

  • @Mycritterfamily
    @Mycritterfamily 2 месяца назад

    I have just one question and I will leave you alone. I feel weak and mindless when I get the flu or sick do they take care of you when you're sick or do they crack the whip and take it back to work?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 месяца назад +1

      @@Mycritterfamily there is a dr on board, you use your sick leave onboard if you cant work and theres a time limit til they send you home i believe its a week .

    • @Mycritterfamily
      @Mycritterfamily 2 месяца назад

      @ladytrill904 thank you my friend if I get the flu or something I don't need that long but at least I won't feel weak sick and mindless and accidentally fall off the ship lol

    • @Mycritterfamily
      @Mycritterfamily 2 месяца назад

      Since you're the only one who replied I shall give you one idea. We bought two laundromats me and my wife I wished I would have did the job you had earlier I would have used that money for that a great investment.

  • @cactusjack9574
    @cactusjack9574 Год назад

    Did you go threw the siu program? If so did you meet anyone who got accepted that didn’t already have there MMC card?

  • @Timmyt904
    @Timmyt904 5 месяцев назад

    Is the training hard and what to expect 😊

  • @govenkuntzjr.5343
    @govenkuntzjr.5343 3 года назад

    I got a pending DWI do that disqualify me ?

  • @drewski904
    @drewski904 3 года назад

    Ok so I have the mmc application need help filling it out would I check off entry-level as my endorsement category?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      Yes !

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      Put in the box . Food handler and you need a put STCW and 2 year medical certificate

    • @aurelio9491
      @aurelio9491 3 года назад +1

      do you check stcw or put it in the box below along with food handler and 2 yr certificate??

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      @@aurelio9491 yes

  • @therealjimbo3206
    @therealjimbo3206 3 года назад

    I'm mad late but when you go to do your physical do you need to make an appointment for a drug test as well

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      The drug test is part of the physical

  • @stefanmoultrie2649
    @stefanmoultrie2649 18 дней назад

    After you've received your blue and red books what's next?

  • @blizzyblesshpf5595
    @blizzyblesshpf5595 3 года назад +1

    Appreciate the information luv Rs💯

  • @taesjatv6309
    @taesjatv6309 2 года назад

    Hello, what position and rank are you? Did you choose to be a deckhand, a steward, or an engine worker? Did you go through the unlicensed apprenticeship program?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      Hi ! I’m in the steward department, my company assigned me that job based on résumé. I went through my company training not the SIU training .

    • @mgbgang1
      @mgbgang1 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 what company do you work for ??

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      @@mgbgang1 military sealift command

  • @kendrea01
    @kendrea01 2 года назад

    Is SIU and MSC the only companies that offer basic training for entry level hires?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +2

      I believe so . As far as I know

  • @samkelegoba49
    @samkelegoba49 3 года назад

    Hi there. just wanted to know as a African, can I also be a Merchant for US companies ? If yes, what is the process and types of credentials would be needed?

  • @moreycleveland2472
    @moreycleveland2472 3 года назад +1

    Looking to get on as merchant marines ordinary seaman. Retired vet 22 years. Got the run around the first time applying back in 2015. My card expired since then but when i recently contacted, was told i qualified for ordinary seaman. In your opinion, how good are my chances?

  • @Ronfost89
    @Ronfost89 11 месяцев назад +2

    You just saved me like 1500 bucks.

  • @alfjones6377
    @alfjones6377 10 месяцев назад +1

    i want to be on the same boat as you

  • @chrisandrades4162
    @chrisandrades4162 3 года назад

    I got a letter in the mail stating I had to get my STCW in 90days in order to get my MMC. I don’t mind showing ppl the letter tht states it. Even spoke to someone at MSC about it. They thought it was odd, but only need to redo firefighting training

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      This is to get your mmc or renew it ?

    • @chrisandrades4162
      @chrisandrades4162 3 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 to get my mmc, I got it before trumps shutdown happen

  • @vBestia
    @vBestia 2 года назад

    Where do we send the Application in at? Or do we have to go to our closest REC?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      You send it in to the closet one to you .

    • @vBestia
      @vBestia 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 So the SIU said I had to have the basic training classes before I even could join them. However the coast guard I can get the MMC? I’m so confused

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      @@vBestia did you apply to go to piney point school ? That’s the school you have to go to if you don’t have the stcw training. Correct you can’t join Siu without going through the training course either with their program or one you pay out or pocket for ..

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      @@vBestia you can get the mmc book yes but you can’t get on a ship without the training . That’s unsafe . Once you get the training the coast guard will send you a sticker to put inside your mmc book.. hope that helps

    • @vBestia
      @vBestia 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 ah that makes sense. Might as well and just take the classes then. Trying to be a tanker so I definitely need to take them lol

  • @damedash4242
    @damedash4242 3 года назад +1

    Yoo thanks for ur videos! How is the overtime w msc? And what was ur entry level position, were you able to move up quickly?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +3

      Your welcome . I’m an su. Rn I’m just chilling as an su . Ot is good

  • @TreTheGreat11
    @TreTheGreat11 2 года назад

    Do they care about dreads since I’m African American do I gotta cut my hair ?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      You don’t have to put your hair

  • @itsalwaysrainingwhereistay
    @itsalwaysrainingwhereistay 2 года назад

    I’m from Miami too ! Thank you

  • @AntSmoo2
    @AntSmoo2 Год назад

    What’s the name of the company you work for or did work for ?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  Год назад

      I work for military sealift command

    • @AntSmoo2
      @AntSmoo2 Год назад

      @@ladytrill904 bet ! And they do training also ?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  Год назад

      @@AntSmoo2 yes

    • @AntSmoo2
      @AntSmoo2 Год назад

      @@ladytrill904 okay one more question! Is there a time frame to apply for the merchant mariner credentials ?

  • @shellback
    @shellback Год назад +1

    Yes, so the Coast Guard standing there in front of me was just lying his ass off when he told me I needed these courses to get my A.B. ticket. He said if I WANT O/S he can give it to me on the spot but yeah if you want to stay O/S but if you wanna move up to AB you're gonna have to take those courses so it's up to you I've been in sea for 38 years retired Navy and then when I got out of the Navy Coast Guard like yeah you need his courses to be an A/ B I thought it was stupid but I had to play the game and now I'm AB unlimited

  • @christopherherring3470
    @christopherherring3470 3 года назад

    Can you choose what ship to work on I like the T-AKE ships

  • @tchort93
    @tchort93 9 месяцев назад

    really going through a program just sets you up as a B list instead of C list so youll get higher paying jobs and the overall higher quality of life. but if your just lookin for some basic jobs you can just kinda get the TWICC and MMC and just kind of apply lol it wont pay as much but itll still be good money. itll just be pretty much all grunt work. if im understanding it correctly. its so hard to find information about maritime academies at all, iv been looking into em but idk which one to go to. im 30 too and i know some of em have age limits

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  9 месяцев назад

      Do you want to go to an Academy , like SUNY , Kingspoint ?

    • @tchort93
      @tchort93 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@ladytrill904 i want to yea, but idk which one to go to, i know the one in new york is good but living in new york just sounds horrible lol especially right now

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  9 месяцев назад

      @@tchort93 my fiancé went to Kingspoint
      . If he can do it, you can do it.

  • @LJmccray31
    @LJmccray31 10 месяцев назад

    But isnt it harder if you don't go through school/ more paper work

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  10 месяцев назад +1

      I never said dont go through school ? …. Im just telling you how to get the training for free .

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  10 месяцев назад

      To me it was a no brainer .

    • @LJmccray31
      @LJmccray31 10 месяцев назад

      Ok is it easier that way or more difficult

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  10 месяцев назад

      @@LJmccray31 if you plan on coming to msc they will give you the same training again regardless if you already have it or not

  • @yassirholeist4447
    @yassirholeist4447 2 года назад

    Could u recommend a company that I can apply on for an Ordinary Seaman Job tough I don't have no experience. I only have the equivalent of a High school diploma

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      You don’t want to work for msc ? U can apply to them . Military sealift command under entry level

    • @yassirholeist4447
      @yassirholeist4447 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 I'm not American !!

    • @yassirholeist4447
      @yassirholeist4447 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 Thank's tough for responding

  • @rogerabernathy7977
    @rogerabernathy7977 3 года назад +1

    Sent out for it yesterday...no I didn't take a course I figured they are going to want to show me thier way anyway lol

  • @lifewithP904
    @lifewithP904 3 года назад +2

    i went to blue water and yeah i aint know i didnt need the training for it , good thing i got some training outta the way

    • @lilding-a-ling6875
      @lilding-a-ling6875 3 года назад

      Did you get a job?

    • @tray8162
      @tray8162 3 года назад

      I'm going july 5th. How'd it go

    • @dcjay4722
      @dcjay4722 11 месяцев назад

      They did hair follicles?

  • @jaunshawn3175
    @jaunshawn3175 2 года назад

    How much is the mmc ?

  • @MyHiddenWrld
    @MyHiddenWrld 3 года назад +1

    Im so glad i watched this. I literally almost went to a academy

  • @NativeSkater1000
    @NativeSkater1000 2 года назад +1

    I’ll stick with planning on going to SIU school.

  • @konstantinoschristou3701
    @konstantinoschristou3701 4 месяца назад

    Bravo. Thank you friend.

  • @SamoriaDHale
    @SamoriaDHale 4 месяца назад

    I live in Atlanta, Georgia, but relocating to Mobile, Alabama. I’m interested in becoming a semen. Don’t know how to begin this information for the red book or companies to apply for that offer training for beginners like me.

  • @mr.chisolm5595
    @mr.chisolm5595 3 года назад

    I’m currently waiting on my last medical exam😭. Do they care about peircing or tattoos? And do they pay us for when we have to wait to get assigned a ship?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      No they don’t care about that .. and yes

  • @troyfadez
    @troyfadez 3 года назад

    Where did you find the company to get that training ?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад

      Hey 👋🏼 /
      Sorry I’m getting to you so late .. I just googled merchant seaman jobs and read the fine print on msc website where it said they will train you ! Same with SIU

  • @calhouncarlos903
    @calhouncarlos903 Год назад

    Is there a company out there that does your mmc paperwork for u?

  • @hannahkathryn3553
    @hannahkathryn3553 3 года назад

    Hi, did you do the siu apprentice ship? And what should you pack?

  • @reyromero576
    @reyromero576 3 года назад

    I’m from duval trying to become a merchant seaman . Please hmu for more advice & first steps

  • @johnnybegood7725
    @johnnybegood7725 2 года назад

    Hello Lady Trill, are you still in the Merchant Marines? And do you still like it? What job do you do?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад

      Yes 3 years in I love it ! I’m in supply dep

  • @kenyawilson5183
    @kenyawilson5183 3 года назад

    How much does everything cost without the school with the physical and everything and what type of drug test before you send off for the book!

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  3 года назад +1

      I say bout $500-$700 and they do urine in Jacksonville Florida

    • @TreTheGreat11
      @TreTheGreat11 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 do they do a piss drug test or do the do like the nose or whatever?

    • @TreTheGreat11
      @TreTheGreat11 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 oh nvm I’m trippin

  • @جسورأمريكا
    @جسورأمريكا 2 года назад

    Hi! Hailey, everyone!
    Im a new comer to usa.iam a moroccan seaman (just deckhand not officer)with full STCW 1978 standards certificates.im in the coast of mississippi state.
    is USCG going to approve my MMC? please?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      I’m sorry but I’m not sure how to answer that, give them a call

    • @جسورأمريكا
      @جسورأمريكا 2 года назад

      It' okk thanks. Is it necessary stcw to get mmc?

    • @ladytrill904
      @ladytrill904  2 года назад +1

      @@جسورأمريكا not to get it but to work on ships you have to take the basic training classes

    • @جسورأمريكا
      @جسورأمريكا 2 года назад

      @@ladytrill904 thanks! I have fullllll stcw certificates with wachkeeping (6) certificates and my seaman book with 2 years of experience as AB seaman. Iam going to submit it.Thanks for answering and I wish you the best

  • @cassandrawashington8441
    @cassandrawashington8441 3 года назад +1

    I paid my deposit I’m soooo happy you posted this💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽

    • @tray8162
      @tray8162 3 года назад

      For blue water?

  • @KandyLucious
    @KandyLucious 2 месяца назад

    Thank You Hailey