[QUOTE=Bayrunner;132805]I got the downcheck from Duet, they said come back in 3-4 weeks. Ill be working then so it might be a little longer for me. If any of you tugboat guys have a few extra pounds (and most of us do) get them off!
A few tips that I can pass on:
Get your rental car from Enterprise. Golden Chevy (its on the 4-lane road) has an Enterprise office at the dealership and you can return, or extend your car there.
If you have had any surgeries or injuries make sure you go to your Dr and get any info you can from them, if not then expect to go see a “local” specialist in Houma on your dime.
For lodging there is the Chateau, of course, and several other mom and pop hotels. I stayed at the Bayou Inn one night and it was a little rough but surprisingly clean.There is a Holiday Inn express down there but they are $180 a night!
There is a Wal-Mart in Galliano that is well stocked for any last minute needs. There are also a few fast food places near it.
I passed the offices for ECO, HGI, Crosby Tugs, L&M Botruc, and several others while down there. Most had big WE ARE HIRING signs out front.
Good luck![/QUOTE]
The ridiculous physicals really suck, but if you can pass by just losing a few pounds its no big deal. You are in at ECO. Its a good company. You made it. Congrats!