# Military Sealift Command **URL:** https://forum.gcaptain.com/c/in-service/military-sealift-command/49.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.gcaptain.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.gcaptain.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.gcaptain.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Smartphones](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/smartphones/65011)
**Author:** [@tardy](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/tardy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2022, 4:28pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/smartphones/65011 "2022-12-25T16:28:41Z")
I needed to buy a smartphone for my previous employer. They required several apps, and they wouldn’t pay for the phone. Does MSC require a smartphone for any apps, or can I drop it? Thanks. --- ## [Military Sealift’s $553 Enema](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-s-553-enema/64873)
**Author:** [@celesticomper](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/celesticomper)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2022, 9:20am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-s-553-enema/64873 "2022-12-14T09:20:04Z")
So who aboard the USNS YUMA is giving enemas? https://freebeacon.com/national-security/us-navy-splurges-on-pricey-bidet-with-effective-enema-function/amp/ A December 2021 government requisition orderobtained by the Fr… --- ## [COVID vax for Federal workers](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/covid-vax-for-federal-workers/60163)
**Author:** [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2022, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/covid-vax-for-federal-workers/60163 "2022-12-06T17:17:19Z")
“Every federal government employee will be asked to attest to their vaccination status,” Biden said. “Anyone who does not attest, or is not vaccinated, will be required to mask, no matter where they work, test one or … --- ## [How Can The US Navy Store Fuel In The Pacific?](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/how-can-the-us-navy-store-fuel-in-the-pacific/62567)
**Author:** [@john](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/john)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2022, 4:32pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/how-can-the-us-navy-store-fuel-in-the-pacific/62567 "2022-11-21T16:32:25Z")
Last week I reported the US Navy To Shutdown World’s Largest Underground Bunker Fuel Tanks and the story went viral getting almost a quarter-million reads. My good friend Sal Mercogliano responded with a series of video… --- ## [US-flag Maersk tanker refuel British Naval ship](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/us-flag-maersk-tanker-refuel-british-naval-ship/63140)
**Author:** [@ombugge](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ombugge)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2022, 9:36pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/us-flag-maersk-tanker-refuel-british-naval-ship/63140 "2022-05-20T21:36:44Z")
This proves that civilian tankers can be used for Replenishment at Sea operation. This of importance for smaller NATO nations without a military RAS capability of their own. --- ## [Proof of residence requirement](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/proof-of-residence-requirement/62396)
**Author:** [@clear\_1](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/clear_1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2022, 9:47pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/proof-of-residence-requirement/62396 "2022-02-23T21:47:17Z")
Hello all. I’m considering applying for a position with MSC but I was reading that employees are required to maintain a proof of residence while employed. I’m currently a renter and of course it doesn’t make sense to ren… --- ## [MSC Pool](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-pool/61819)
**Author:** [@ScribblerF](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ScribblerF)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2022, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-pool/61819 "2022-01-11T18:05:17Z")
Hey, I’ve been retired from MSC for about 5 and 1/2 years now, but I still live within a half hour of the Norfolk pool. I visited the pool about 2 years ago, didn’t see anybody that I used to know. I’ve been wondering, … --- ## [New Jobs for US Mariners as Military Departments are Disestablished on MSC Ships](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/new-jobs-for-us-mariners-as-military-departments-are-disestablished-on-msc-ships/13203)
**Author:** [@rob](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rob)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2021, 2:17am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/new-jobs-for-us-mariners-as-military-departments-are-disestablished-on-msc-ships/13203 "2021-12-20T02:17:55Z")
6 August 2014 From: Chief of Naval Operations Subj: DISESTABLISHMENT OF MILITARY DEPARTMENTS ON MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND SHIPS Ref: (a) OPNAVINST 5400.44A (b) OPNAVINST 5400.45 Purpose. To approve th… --- ## [Having doubts](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/having-doubts/61320)
**Author:** [@rmitchell123](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rmitchell123)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2021, 6:22pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/having-doubts/61320 "2021-12-12T18:22:41Z")
I’ve gone through the entire pre-employment process and have received an NEO date a couple of months from now. However, after reading and re-reading opinions from this site and others about MSC, I’m starting to have doub… --- ## [MSC questions and seeking advice](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-questions-and-seeking-advice/61448)
**Author:** [@ZeroSea](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/ZeroSea)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2021, 11:53pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-questions-and-seeking-advice/61448 "2021-12-09T23:53:20Z")
I also posted this on the Maritime reddit, figured I’d post this here as well for more advice/guidance. I put in my app for MSC entry level on Oct 25th, got a call/conditional offer 11/19 for the SU Fast Track position … --- ## [Worthless Extremist Training](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/worthless-extremist-training/58794)
**Author:** [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2021, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/worthless-extremist-training/58794 "2021-10-31T19:22:44Z")
Anyone else have that utterly worthless extremist training lately? I’ve had some crappy waste-of-time training but this one takes the cake. I can sum up that shit in three points: Never say, post or think anything bad… --- ## [How long did you guys got a respond?](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/how-long-did-you-guys-got-a-respond/58357)
**Author:** [@Dre95](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Dre95)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 2:12pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/how-long-did-you-guys-got-a-respond/58357 "2021-09-29T14:12:35Z")
On the 27th of January I submitted an entry level aplication on MSC. The status of my application right now is still awaiting for review. Any idea how long they usually get to look at it? Just askin cuz I’m currently he… --- ## [Quit for relief](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/quit-for-relief/60738)
**Author:** [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 2:09pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/quit-for-relief/60738 "2021-09-29T14:09:46Z")
We have had no deck mates get properly relieved from my ship in months. They simply quit. The last proper relief was in early May. First, second and third mates. They don’t bother with fake illnesses or family emergencie… --- ## [MSC still gangway up](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-still-gangway-up/59622)
**Author:** [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2021, 9:53pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-still-gangway-up/59622 "2021-09-18T21:53:51Z")
MSC is still gangway up. Overseas ships, ships out of the East and West Coast. Never mind vaccination percentages. We remain locked up if we are scheduled to get underway. I’ve finally had it with this. Once my prison g… --- ## [MSC EUR liberty requirements](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-eur-liberty-requirements/59547)
**Author:** [@DeckApe](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/DeckApe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2021, 10:01am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-eur-liberty-requirements/59547 "2021-05-25T10:01:00Z")
Ship at 85% full vaccine Master full vaccine CHENG full vaccine Chief Mate full vaccine 1A/E full vaccine --- ## [Evaluation Criteria Questions](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/evaluation-criteria-questions/59113)
**Author:** [@rmitchell123](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rmitchell123)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 2:49pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/evaluation-criteria-questions/59113 "2021-04-22T14:49:47Z")
Can anybody give me some tips/ examples or suggest some resources on how to answer the Evaluation Criteria Questions that are required to apply for MSC positions? Thank you. --- ## [Current wait times for MSC applications](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/current-wait-times-for-msc-applications/58977)
**Author:** [@plumbchris58](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/plumbchris58)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2021, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/current-wait-times-for-msc-applications/58977 "2021-04-12T17:51:20Z")
I applied at MSC on February 2nd 2021, my application was forwarded on March 23rd and I still haven’t heard back from MSC. I applied for any entry level position but would prefer to go to the engine department. I was in … --- ## [Military sealift command](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-command/3106)
**Author:** [@HawspiperJeff](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/HawspiperJeff)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2013, 9:18am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-command/3106 "2013-11-27T09:18:43Z")
I just got a call from them, they offered me a job and I took it. A few question....I have done a lot of research about them, and yes I know you are at sea for ever, leave is hard to get, some people are on power trips I… --- ## [Interchange agreements with MSC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/interchange-agreements-with-msc/58231)
**Author:** [@rmitchell123](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rmitchell123)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2021, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/interchange-agreements-with-msc/58231 "2021-02-01T17:51:41Z")
Where I can find information on which agencies if any have interchange agreements with Military Sealift Command? --- ## [Msc neo](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-neo/56711)
**Author:** [@Onstad](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Onstad)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2020, 1:32am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-neo/56711 "2020-09-14T01:32:21Z")
I just completed drug screen and medical evaluation for MSC and was wondering how long it would take to get a NEO class after that. Also, what is the dress code for NEO and any other training or CSU/pool? Thanks in advan… --- ## [Suicide Aboard USNS Amelia Earhart](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/suicide-aboard-usns-amelia-earhart/56126)
**Author:** [@celesticomper](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/celesticomper)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2020, 2:26am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/suicide-aboard-usns-amelia-earhart/56126 "2020-09-05T02:26:49Z")
When John went on NPR talking about MSC’s gangway up order a few months ago I thought Rear Adm. Wettloofah would ease up on restrictions. No luck. Well someone finally cracked under the pressure. The rumor is a 3rd Offi… --- ## [Military Sealift Command lockdown](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-command-lockdown/54696)
**Author:** [@NorCal\_Mariner](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/NorCal_Mariner)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2020, 12:51pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-sealift-command-lockdown/54696 "2020-06-27T12:51:41Z")
Is it true that MSC ships fleet wide are under a lockdown? I’ve heard crewmembers are not allowed to leave the ship…even the ones in the US. --- ## [Military Readiness And The Global Supply Chain](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-readiness-and-the-global-supply-chain/55692)
**Author:** [@john](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/john)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2020, 10:29am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/military-readiness-and-the-global-supply-chain/55692 "2020-06-16T10:29:05Z")
As we see our global just-in-time logistics system buckle under COVID we must realize that the military, in recent decades, has pushed much of it’s critical logistical needs onto civilian ships and in the hands of a larg… --- ## [3rd Officers — 3 AE](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/3rd-officers-3-ae/53079)
**Author:** [@kdawgggg](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/kdawgggg)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 3:14am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/3rd-officers-3-ae/53079 "2020-05-16T03:14:34Z")
With the recent opening of applications for 3rd Officers and 3rd Assistants (10/1/2019) along with cadet applications for all Maritime Academy’s, does anyone have any information of why Military Sealift Command reopened … --- ## [Best career route in Military Sealift Command](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/best-career-route-in-military-sealift-command/54178)
**Author:** [@Chuer](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Chuer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/best-career-route-in-military-sealift-command/54178 "2020-03-30T17:41:01Z")
Greetings, I have 6 months experience as a Deckhand. I currently work for another company, but I am considering going to MSC. I have a Mmc, twic, and passport. I would like to know the best entry route to pursue and care… --- ## [MSC Pools During COVID Crisis](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-pools-during-covid-crisis/54614)
**Author:** [@KhunJack](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/KhunJack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 5:44am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-pools-during-covid-crisis/54614 "2020-03-18T05:44:27Z")
Having seen the “Command Response Plan and Medical Guidance” I note there is no mention of how business in the East/West coast pools will be conducted with the Coronavirus. Does anyone know if it is business as usual? B… --- ## [Security Clearance Hobbling Career](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/security-clearance-hobbling-career/54397)
**Author:** [@AggieFish7281](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/AggieFish7281)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 2:42pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/security-clearance-hobbling-career/54397 "2020-03-18T14:42:15Z")
I was just getting into government contracting a year and a half ago. a company offered me the training and security clearance for it and I unwittingly accepted. I have had multiple companies offer me government contract… --- ## [Climate surveys for msc](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/climate-surveys-for-msc/7131)
**Author:** [@Xmsccapt\_ret](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Xmsccapt_ret)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2012, 12:49am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/climate-surveys-for-msc/7131 "2012-06-03T00:49:55Z")
Seems the long awaited climate survey is out. Reports indicate msc employees are happier than most other federal employees. Until one reads the fine print. Yea, shore side Msc employees rate msc highly as a place to … --- ## [MSC Rescue Swimmer](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-rescue-swimmer/53952)
**Author:** [@kdawgggg](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/kdawgggg)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2020, 3:09pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/msc-rescue-swimmer/53952 "2020-03-03T15:09:55Z")
Anybody have comments/concerns about becoming a rescue swimmer at MSC. I would like to know more about other people’s opinions before going through it. I am running as a 3rd Assistant Engineer and can swim/run/workout j… --- ## [DoD IG: Inaccurate Military Surge Sealift Fleet Readiness Reporting Undercuts Operational Plans](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/dod-ig-inaccurate-military-surge-sealift-fleet-readiness-reporting-undercuts-operational-plans/54010)
**Author:** [@rbc](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rbc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 5:11pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/dod-ig-inaccurate-military-surge-sealift-fleet-readiness-reporting-undercuts-operational-plans/54010 "2020-01-29T17:11:17Z")
Inaccurate surge sealift fleet readiness reporting misled geographic combatant commanders about their ability to quickly receive equipment resupplies, according to a Department of Defense Inspector General’s report. The… [Previous page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/c/in-service/military-sealift-command/49.md) [Next page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/c/in-service/military-sealift-command/49.md?page=2)