Tag Archives: merchant marine jobs
Mullen Praises Merchant Marine Academy Graduates
WASHINGTON, June 22, 2010 – The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff praised the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s Class of 2010 yesterday, urging the 198 graduating mariners to live their institution’s motto, “Acta Non Verba,” or “Deeds, not words.” … Continue reading
Testimonials
To Mr. Spears, First, I would like to say thank you so much. Your MMC tutorial video has been extremely helpful and quite insightful. I have plans on becoming an entry-level merchant marine, possibly a wiper or deckhand (OS), and your … Continue reading
Merchant Marine Jobs | Nature of the Work
Engineers in the merchant marine monitor and maintain ships’ machinery, especially the engines that propel the vessels. They work on all kinds of ships, although most merchant marine ships are freighters or tankers that carry cargo. Chief engineers supervise the … Continue reading
Merchant Marine Jobs Overview
Tour Boat Jobs: Tour boats provide the perfect opportunity for work if you love people and enjoy showing others how to have a great time on a vacation. These tour boat jobs are usually in exotic locations on the coast, … Continue reading
Introduction to Maritime and Merchant Marine Jobs
There are hundreds of different maritime jobs that one can find, and while working on board a ship may be your idea of a perfect working vacation, you must also realize that this type of work is tough. Cruise ship … Continue reading
Merchant Mariner Certificates Suitable for Framing
Since the release of the Merchant Mariner Credential final rule, which consolidated the three previously issued licenses, Merchant Mariner Documents and STCW certificates into a single passport-style Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC), mariners have been asking the Coast Guard to provide … Continue reading
Merchant Marine Jobs Include Cruise Ship Employment Opportunities
Jeff Craft asked: The maritime industry is looking for dedicated hardworking people. Even if you don’t have an overwhelming love of the ocean, you can still find a career to your liking that deals with water. Find out about the … Continue reading
Maritime Career Finder – Hot Spots For Merchant Marines
Lisa Jenkins asked: Maritime jobs can be found in a variety of places. You don’t have to live on the ocean to be eligible for a job in this area. Find out where the best places are for finding jobs … Continue reading
The Jones Act – Admiralty Law
Robb Luther asked: The Jones Act, officially known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, was originally passed in order to provide protective legal rights for American Merchant Marines along with sailors and the ships’ crews. Its author, Senator Wesley … Continue reading
I just got a job as a merchant marine, what should I bring with me?
diplo13 asked: I’m going out for 4 months with Military Sealift Command, but I’m not sure where yet. I figure I should bring some clothes, toothbrush, etc. But what about foul weather gear, a warm coat, work boots, work vest, … Continue reading