It’s good news, and certainly a long overdue step in the right direction, but nothing to get too excited about.
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there is no ‘work on the board’ as third mate!
State ferries are dying for mates. There are jobs out there until the right one comes along.
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which state Ferries? Do they pay enough for you to move and pay for 2 households?
My comment was strictly in regards to jobs ‘on the boards’ with the officers unions for 3rd mates. I’ve been checking with AMO, MMP, MEBA since November 2016 and have not had any jobs come up for 3rd mates. If you can find your own first job, then AMO (might) have work for you, but you can’t tell until after you’ve been on a ship for them. I thought the idea of joining was so THEY would find a ship for you! Times are tough offshore. Worst I’ve ever seen it in over 40 years of sailing.
WA and AK that I know of and “no” to your second question.
thanks for the info. I live in TX, so sounds like an impossibility. Can’t manage that kind of commute.
Txdot runs small ferries at the Lynchburg crossing in the ship channel and larger ones at Galveston/Bolivar. Kirby runs a couple of hundred boats have their own training facilities in Channelview.
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thanks, I don’t have a towing endorsement. I got lucky and got a call yesterday. Heading offshore for a 2-3 week temp job tonight.
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HOS is recruiting qualified U.S. BASED MARINERS in all positions for 28/14 AND 28/28 rotations!
Applicants MUST hold valid U.S. Merchant Mariner documentation, medical cert, US passport, TWIC & driver’s license. For Officers - Completion of USCG Gap Closing courses and be a U.S. home based mariner is preferred.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/career-bit-cold-snap-warm-up-great-hornbeck-offshore-arceneaux/?trackingId=oiWMxEqm1nFIo7qkGP5eqQ%3D%3D
Claudette L. Pitre
A Chateau on the Bayou Bed & Breakfast
3158 Hwy 308
Raceland, LA
Email - claudettelp@charter.net
Website - www.achateauonthebayou.com
FB -
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A new door to knock on in Louisiana??:
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Good News, Today!
A mariner checked in on Sunday and went out looking for a job, this morning.
Happy to say he was hired, today, with a great company.
Went through his physical, today, and will take the next few steps tomorrow and the rest of the week.
Last week, a mariner that stayed with me many years, ago, and worked himself up the ladder to a 1600 ton master level captain, with a great company, also, stayed with me, and visited all of the companies in the area. He was offered a position, much to his surprise.
So, job openings have begun for some.
If I can be of help to any of you, please keep in mind that I still offer a discounted rate of $75/night if you are staying at least 4-5 nights. Please call me at (985) 537-6773 or email me at claudettelp@charter.net to reserve a room.
As always, I suggest you check in on a Sunday between 3:00 and 5:00pm, if you want my assistance with anything.
Claudette L. Pitre
A Chateau on the Bayou Bed & Breakfast
3158 Hwy 308
Raceland, LA 70394
(985) 537-6773
Website : www.achateauonthebayou.com
FB page : https://www.facebook.com/A-Chateau-On-The-Bayou-Bed-Breakfast-Claudette-L-Pitre-121896531157165/
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Been a while since we’ve seen a post of this nature. Congrats.
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Hello! Just wanted to contribute some info on this thread to help out on the job search for those interested. I just recently got hired down here and part of the process of this experience for me was booking a room at Ms. Claudettes bed and breakfast. If your coming down & planning on doing some door knocking i would suggest staying with Ms. Claudette for a few reasons.
If your new to the game like i am or even just out of the loop, Ms Claudette will help point you in the right direction to give you the best chance possible on getting hired.
Her B&B is located in an ideal spot as your home base for job searching.
She keeps a clean and tidy place that is comfortable, and affordable.
Im not sure if the market is picking back up or not but i would say it’s definitely worth keeping an eye on for a while. Ive waited years for my opportunity to come down here. While the market was slow i would work on what credentials i could so my chance was as good as it could be when it came. And now its here!
Good luck to all, as for me, im excited to be starting the next big adventure!
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It was a pleasure having met you, Coop, and having you as a guest, here. I am very happy for you in this next passage of life. I have faith in you that you achieve many more goals in this new career. Thanks for choosing to stay here. It’s been quite a while since I have had mariners stay at my B&B, but 2 successful mariners in 2 weeks means the market is slowly moving ahead. Wishing everyone the very best.
Claudette L. Pitre
A Chateau on the Bayou B&B
3158 Hwy 308
Raceland, LA 70394
(985) 537-6773
Website : www.achateauonthebayou.com2
FB page : https://www.facebook.com/A-Chateau-On-The-Bayou-Bed-Breakfast-Claudette-L-Pitre-121896531157165/
GOOD TIMES COMING FOR OSV OPERATORS!
https://www.workboat.com/blogs/international-waters/good-times-coming-osv-operators/
Looking for qualified U.S. BASED MARINERS in all positions (CE, and all engineers especially) for 28/14 AND 28/28 rotations! Applicants MUST hold valid U.S. Merchant Mariner documentation, medical cert, U.S. passport, TWIC & driver’s license. For Officers - Completion of USCG Gap Closing courses and a continental United States home-based mariner is preferred.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/throw-me-something-mister-how-throwing-yourself-career-arceneaux/?trackingId=j%2FE7oDRyo3O7n3YzpyYtzQ%3D%3D
Vessel Positions
Position Company Name Location
AB (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
OS (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
Cook (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
QMED (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
Chief Engineer (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
Asst. Engineer (Govt. Clearance Required) Galliano Marine Service Cut Off, LA
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Companies are hiring. Come on down and sell yourself to one of them.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Adriatic-Marine-LLC-397094180392430/jobs/1927373550811088/?source=renew_post
If I can be of help to anyone, remember, I offer a discounted rate of $75/night to mariners looking for work and/or taking classes in the area.
Call me at 985 537-6773 to make your reservations.
Claudette L. PitreA Chateau on the Bayou Bed & Breakfast
3158 Hwy 308
Raceland, LA 70394
(985) 537- 6773
Website: www.achateauonthebayou.com
FB page: https://www.facebook.com/A-Chateau-On-The-Bayou-Bed-Breakfast-Claudette-L-Pitre-121896531157165/
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