# SIU Union Hall - What Is It? **URL:** \ **Category:** Maritime Employment\ **Created:** [August 6, 2009, 5:34pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050 "2009-08-06T17:34:35Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2009, 5:34pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/1 "2009-08-06T17:34:35Z")
Hi to everyone,I want to know what is the SIU how can i join they have one office here In Puerto [Rico.Is](http://Rico.Is) that a union they can help me to find job?how much is his Rate? šŸ˜•šŸ˜• ---
**Author:** ![rzwllm](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/ea5d25/32.png) [@rzwllm](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rzwllm)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2009, 6:22pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/2 "2009-08-06T18:22:18Z")
[QUOTE=Luck.Runs.Out;16590]Hi to everyone,I want to know what is the SIU how can i join they have one office here In Puerto [Rico.Is](http://Rico.Is) that a union they can help me to find job?how much is his Rate? šŸ˜•šŸ˜•[/QUOTE] Hey if youā€™re interested in the SIU, they have an apprenticeship program in Piney Point, Maryland that is tuition free. They help set you up with your first job and you have B-grade seniority upon completion. Check out: [http://www.seafarers.org/phc/entry.xml](http://www.seafarers.org/phc/entry.xml) The nearest SIU hall to you is: SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 161/2 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 Best of luck. ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 6, 2009, 10:31pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/3 "2009-08-06T22:31:01Z")
Thanks For The Info!šŸ˜ƒ ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 18, 2009, 12:07am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/4 "2009-08-18T00:07:44Z")
I went to the SIU office here in Puerto Rico,i just send the application for the entry program,but iā€™m not quite sure because they said something about a math test iā€™m worried because my math skills Suckssss,somebody can tell me because i have taken the asvab test and failed the math [test.is](http://test.is) that test easier than the asvab?ā˜¹ ---
**Author:** ![injunear](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/e95f7d/32.png) [@injunear](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/injunear)\ **Post date:** [August 18, 2009, 12:42am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/5 "2009-08-18T00:42:54Z")
I think the test is 8th or 9th grade level. Good luck! ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 18, 2009, 1:34am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/6 "2009-08-18T01:34:05Z")
That is good news to me thanks:D ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 20, 2009, 8:18pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/7 "2009-08-20T20:18:46Z")
I just received a book with the info and some paperwork,but they are telling me to send my original MMC,Twic,Passport and i donā€™t know if i can send copies instead of originals? because i havenā€™t taked the test neither,i called to the SIU in san juan and they donā€™t know nothing:eek: they just say call the school. ---
**Author:** ![nuthinfancy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/71e660/32.png) [@nuthinfancy](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/nuthinfancy)\ **Post date:** [August 21, 2009, 12:19am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/8 "2009-08-21T00:19:02Z")
I sent them copies with a note: In case this is a test, I canā€™t send you the originals. ---
**Author:** ![rzwllm](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/ea5d25/32.png) [@rzwllm](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/rzwllm)\ **Post date:** [August 21, 2009, 12:30am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/9 "2009-08-21T00:30:24Z")
Just send in copies, thatā€™s what I did. They will send you a letter telling you when to take the test (which is after you send in your application packet). ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 21, 2009, 2:15am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/10 "2009-08-21T02:15:01Z")
Now i will fill all the papers and wait till they send me the letter to take the test:D ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 24, 2009, 12:17pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/11 "2009-08-24T12:17:47Z")
when i finish this program in piney point can i get a job in a private company instead of working for the union? because i just want to get the advantage of getting the AB upgrade for free,my goal is to work in the gulf of mexico in any offshore company can i do that? :rolleyes: iā€™m interested in that because the pay is good and the schedules are 28/14 or something like that any advice is welcome please. ---
**Author:** ![injunear](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/e95f7d/32.png) [@injunear](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/injunear)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2009, 12:34am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/12 "2009-08-26T00:34:26Z")
If youā€™re looking for a ā€œfree rideā€ in this industry, union or non-union, youā€™ll be sadly disappointed. If you make it to Piney Point, ask JC Weigman about your goal of going to work in the oilfield. Then try to describe to us what shade of red he turns. ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [August 26, 2009, 4:40am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/13 "2009-08-26T04:40:46Z")
[quote=injunear;17327]If youā€™re looking for a ā€œfree rideā€ in this industry, union or non-union, youā€™ll be sadly disappointed. If you make it to Piney Point, ask JC Weigman about your goal of going to work in the oilfield. Then try to describe to us what shade of red he turns.[/quote] hahaha i will šŸ˜ƒ but seriously iā€™m thinking of finishing that program and go searching for jobs in the oil industry after all i will have my AB rating in my MMC because i want a full time job not a 6 months tour and after that waiting in the Santurce hall i have my goals iā€™m 21. ---
**Author:** ![RichMadden90](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/ac8455/32.png) [@RichMadden90](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/RichMadden90)\ **Post date:** [August 31, 2009, 9:41am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/14 "2009-08-31T09:41:58Z")
Deep sea versus Gulf of Mexico oil patch work is night and day. If you go through the SIU school, Iā€™d recommend sailing through the union to get some experience (and see if deep sea is for you or not). Jobs in the oil patch (as well as inshore) are getting few and far between with the current economic condition. When they do hire, theyā€™ll be looking for some experience on your resume. ---
**Author:** ![injunear](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/e95f7d/32.png) [@injunear](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/injunear)\ **Post date:** [August 31, 2009, 2:25pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/15 "2009-08-31T14:25:00Z")
Luckā€¦ The trainee program ainā€™t rocket science and it ainā€™t a walk in the park. Iā€™ve seen several wash-outs at the gate each time Iā€™ve been to Piney Point. RM90 is right. If your going to use the unions resources to advance, at least check out the jobs. There are many opportunities under SIU contract. Not all jobs are 6 months. Many are equal time, 2 for 1, 3 for 1 ect. Graduates from the program get preferential access to jobs. The SIU has the best and most underutilized school for the rates. Weigh your options instead of the narrow agenda that you seem to have. Limitations in this industry are self imposed, union or non-union. ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [September 1, 2009, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/16 "2009-09-01T05:35:34Z")
[quote=injunear;17561]Luckā€¦ The trainee program ainā€™t rocket science and it ainā€™t a walk in the park. Iā€™ve seen several wash-outs at the gate each time Iā€™ve been to Piney Point. RM90 is right. If your going to use the unions resources to advance, at least check out the jobs. There are many opportunities under SIU contract. Not all jobs are 6 months. Many are equal time, 2 for 1, 3 for 1 ect. Graduates from the program get preferential access to jobs. The SIU has the best and most underutilized school for the rates. Weigh your options instead of the narrow agenda that you seem to have. Limitations in this industry are self imposed, union or non-union.[/quote]I just want to build experience after that i can decide if i want to be working always with the union or looking for a job,because iā€™m looking for a full time job but i will take any advice after all you guys have experience in this industry and i am just a newbie šŸ™‚ ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [September 8, 2009, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/17 "2009-09-08T16:20:20Z")
Hi,i just finished all i have the dentist letter but i have a problem with the essay i donā€™t know what in the hell to write in the essay if somebody have something writed let me know please.šŸ˜• ---
**Author:** ![nuthinfancy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/71e660/32.png) [@nuthinfancy](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/nuthinfancy)\ **Post date:** [September 8, 2009, 8:59pm UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/18 "2009-09-08T20:59:24Z")
Letter from my retired Navy dentist cost me 7k :eek: ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [September 26, 2009, 3:55am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/19 "2009-09-26T03:55:04Z")
yesterday i send the documents but i have a problem when i get back to my house i realized that the responsabilities form was still here what can i do? ---
**Author:** ![Luck.Runs.Out](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/3d9bf3/32.png) [@Luck.Runs.Out](https://forum.gcaptain.com/u/Luck.Runs.Out)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2009, 8:17am UTC](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050/20 "2009-10-01T08:17:00Z")
Yeahhh i just received the letter for the union test but i suck in math wish me luck everyone please!!!šŸ˜ƒ [Next page](https://forum.gcaptain.com/t/siu-union-hall-what-is-it/2050.md?page=2)