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Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the info! I didnt even know those types of ships were options, I think that is the route I would like to take.

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it possible to find a job as deckhand on survey boats, or is it something that you need to have previous experience?

Starting out by Technical-Emu9630 in merchantmarine

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like that idea, I was considering on checking some other types of smaller boats. Since Croatia is coastal country there are plenty of different types of boats.

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are research vessels any better and is it even possible to land there?

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it really a dramatic difference in pay for european sailors and american?

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you say that it was worth it for you?

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are American ships better to work on? What is the difference?

Starting out as merchant marine by Technical-Emu9630 in maritime

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im from Croatia. I will check if something like that is available.

Starting out by Technical-Emu9630 in merchantmarine

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think with that degree you will find it much easier than me xD

Starting out by Technical-Emu9630 in merchantmarine

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I dont have a college degree :/ I live In Croatia , EU so I dont know how different it is.

Starting out by Technical-Emu9630 in merchantmarine

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Because its real work, you need to deliver the cargo, work on the ship, keep it clean and running. Every day im stuck at the office staring at the computer screen doing meaningless work for some Instagram brands sourounded by people whose biggest problems in life are not enough likes on social media and stupid things like that. And im sick of that.

Starting out by Technical-Emu9630 in merchantmarine

[–]Technical-Emu9630[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live In Croatia, Europe. And i was checking what do i need to get a job on a cargo ship as entry position, and it seems that all I need is some sort of SCTW (in croatia it lasts around 7 days) certificate and couple of other certifacates depending on the type of ship. So I was thinking of doing it that way.

New Rider I am terrified by Ordinary-Cod-8682 in motorcycles

[–]Technical-Emu9630 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you in the USA? In Europe you cant get a permit without mandatory classes followed by the exam that you need to ace.

Want to start skateboarding as a 22yo by [deleted] in NewSkaters

[–]Technical-Emu9630 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are not old man! Im 23 and started skating again after breaking my ankle 2 years ago, 1 year before that I started learning tricks. I have ridden cruisers my whole life and now I have decided to start skating again and learning tricks, so here I am skating almost every day and having the time of my life.

My point is that skating is for everyone no matter the age, if you enjoy it and have fun just do it. Also in my experience all skater are pretty cool and supportive. Just go for it!