How to join the merchant seaman !

[@vincentbullock6029]

Don’t forget you can’t get the mmc until you have your twic

[@lilla2165]

Thanks girl I needed this video because I was confused Ah after I applied for my twic card. I didn’t even realize I was watching someone from Virginia I live in Norfolk lol

[@nibuckstv]

Lmao yess ma’am, me too !!

[@keinaanabdi6821]

Your voice is very soothing I can listen to you all day long

[@nibuckstv]

lol thank youu !!!

[@buddharising-]

Thank you, lots of good information friend. Period 💕

[@nibuckstv]

Thank you for watching🫶🏾 period

[@geroldbrown1690]

This was helpful thank you sis 💘

[@nibuckstv]

No problem! Thank you for watching !

[@michaeljohnmoreno4433]

Very helpful tnx

[@nibuckstv]

no problem !!!

[@Ryt-808]

Keep up the good work

[@nibuckstv]

Thank you !! I appreciate it

[@Davidbreedvision]

Thank you for the information 🤙🏽

[@VlogsWithSG92]

I'm really trying to get some help QUICK!! Helps me lol

[@nibuckstv]

lmaooo i’m just now seeing this u still need help??

[@VlogsWithSG92]

@@nibuckstv can you explain the SIU MEMBER PROCESS? When to the hall in Norfolk and the front desk gave me the cold shoulder lol

[@tjack49er]

Good on you for making progress. I’m 51 y/o considering a move just for the benefits and free time, I’ve owned my own business and sold it. I could retire but I fear boredom and the cost of insurance has me thinking about seeing the four corners while getting paid over driving truck

[@nibuckstv]

Yes you should definitely look into this or Seafarers International Union !

[@kreyoljak9589]

“A lock to get in” come through 757 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@nibuckstv]

Lmaooo yesss !!!! 💞💞

[@kierrawoodard4114]

Thankyou friend 💗

[@nibuckstv]

you welcome luv💗

[@jameszoe2511]

Is there a long list to get started after you finish everything? I’m in Florida

[@nibuckstv]

no not at all !!

[@delphilungwyn5308]

Congratulations 🎉 graduated in 99'. Good luck sailor⚓

[@nibuckstv]

thank you !!!

[@dw0176]

Hi. Will you do an update please for 2024

[@nibuckstv]

yes

[@dw0176]

@ Thank you!

[@fiaranicole_]

Do you recommend being completely drug free when getting ready for the drug test ? Or would someone be fine taking a pill or detox ?

[@nibuckstv]

Girllll 😂 I recommend being drug free , BUT you can detox if you can stay away from the 🍃…when it’s time for you to take your drug test , use this Herbal Cleanse called QCARBO32 … it’s at the GNC store or VitaminShoppe , he makes you pee a lot which it’s peeing out toxins in your body and drink a lot of water on top of that , i’ll stay about 4-5 before … if you’re a heavy smoker but if not then you can do 1-2 days before ! i recommend that for everybody that joins and they be passing i promise !

[@fiaranicole_]

@@nibuckstv 😂😂 thank youuu, I appreciate that 🫶🏾🫶🏾🤝🏾

[@cashandtipp6933]

How do I get the medical certificate I did my drug test and CG physical but they just gave me a paper no card or nothing

[@nibuckstv]

You have to send in the medical certificates form after you get your physical and they will send you a little card In the mail !

[@missteacake]

What’s the timeline between completing NEO and going off to Training? Do you get time to go home and pack? Or do they fly you out immediately?

[@nibuckstv]

you are able to pack & within a couple days of neo you will attend training the following couple days

[@robertmanning5]

I did everything and just send my application in how long does it take for the to contact you back

[@robertmanning5]

I did everything and just send my application in how long does it usually take for the them to review it

[@nibuckstv]

Everyone is different your process can take longer than mine or quicker , just stay on top of everything call CIVmar support as much as possible

[@robertmanning5]

I got a question

[@traveonjohnson2028]

@@robertmanning5 did they call you ?

[@mkwashington2612]

Hey ni , is it better if you go to training school before ? Some people I’ve watched said it’s a waist of money cause they make you do neo again but some ppl say if you do the training before you get on a ship faster

[@nibuckstv]

yes it’s a waste in my opinion!!! depending on the company you’re going too !

[@mkwashington2612]

@@nibuckstv do you know 1or 2 companies that wouldn’t require training school beforehand ?

[@nibuckstv]

msc and siu has an apprenticeship program

[@mkwashington2612]

@@nibuckstv thanks

[@marithebarb4105]

did you have to go to bootcamp first??

[@nibuckstv]

no , I went through MSC , it’s videos at the beginning of my channel ! telling you how to join if you are interested but the boot camp is unnecessary money in my opinion

[@rekitanelson5053]

@@nibuckstvwhat about the bluewater maritime training ?

[@etiquettemedia4776]

What do the checks be looking like starting off

[@nibuckstv]

depends on the type of ship .. could vary 2200-3500

[@nibuckstv]

& depending on the overtime

[@neiceybrown2967]

What if you have a medical condition like Epilepsy but I take medication for it how does that work

[@nibuckstv]

they might deny you .

[@neiceybrown2967]

@@nibuckstv damn you think you can find out for me before I continue this process or give me a number to call I’m from Massachusetts. It’s maintained I take meds twice a day for it

[@traveonjohnson2028]

Do you need an stcw for military sealift command ? Or Do they train you there self ?

[@nibuckstv]

They train you their self , then you receive an STCW

[@fastdeliveryl708]

allrightim confused now.. is there a way i can get in contact with you? I twic card i could apply online and pay and receive it

[@nibuckstv]

Confused about what …. Instagram @ni.bucks

[@ImaninllbWilliams]

How long do you normally stay at sea?

[@nibuckstv]

Normally a minimum of 4months at a time

[@ImaninllbWilliams]

What are the weight requirements?

[@nibuckstv]

They are not really strict on weight requirements ,but I have heard certain positions do have requirements under 280 I believe

[@ImaninllbWilliams]

@@nibuckstv thank you

[@javenlamar3849]

If you got criminal charges you still can work for MSC, I personally have a few myself I’ve been working for them a year now

[@nibuckstv]

thank you for the information!! i didn’t know that

[@javenlamar3849]

No problem

[@beedalton9675]

I owe the state of wisconsin back taxes over 20 grand I'm on a payment program now.. how long it take for you to get hired from the time you turned in your application. I heard within 30days

[@javenlamar3849]

@@beedalton9675 tbh it’s different for everyone who joins depends on what you got goin on, since you owe 20k it’s probably gone take longer then 30 days but it’s still possible cuz I’ve seen worse and they joined this company

[@beedalton9675]

@@javenlamar3849 well they have my statement letter for me paying...I'm working for noaa now I got security clearance background check and a cac card with noaa it that's true they hire what's a bit worst than what I have it should be no problem

[@904madeRj]

Did you go to school for merchant seaman ? Or nah

[@nibuckstv]

Trained through MSC

[@Staydown127]

What type of drug test ?

[@nibuckstv]

pee

[@bsnndnd5654]

Thank you!!!!!!

[@Gcknoname4x]

Do you need a diploma?

[@nibuckstv]

no not at all

[@Gcknoname4x]

@@nibuckstv appreciate it waiting on my mmc & passport

[@LShannon416]

Hey I’m truly interested in joining the merchant marine. This video is helpful. I’ve been already researching what is needed to be done in order to join and this was much more helpful. I’m in the 75 too. You mind if I follow you on ig or sumn? If I have more questions?

[@nibuckstv]

Thank you for watching 🫶🏾 & im glad I could help ! & yess please follow me on Instagram ! @ni.bucks

[@navigator1372]

I quit them. Racists. Was in the frank cable last. Dam travel claims. Best job to travel . 2 years 6 countries plus Guam twice. Careful with the travel claims. They tried to come after me for 9764.00 for claims filled out by the purser. They claimed they didn't kniw where and when the money came from. You can take home 7000 a month on the deck department entry level on the frank cable working over time. You do save money cause u don't pay rent

[@nibuckstv]

😂oh HELL NAH !! I would’ve quit too and went union they tripping , who giving up 10bands behind travel claims

[@crishnaholmes7730]

@@nibuckstvdid you ever think about trying the military

[@Tuggingwithja]

When u go to Neo you stay there on base for full 2 weeks or go home daily ?

[@nibuckstv]

stay at a hotel

[@Tuggingwithja]

@@nibuckstv even if I live in va

[@nibuckstv]

yeah. i stayed in the hotel , i drove home when i wanted too , but that’s a waste of gas frfr

[@Tuggingwithja]

@@nibuckstv bet I go on the 25th

[@Tuggingwithja]

@@nibuckstv last question with MSC do overtime make up most of your day,I seen ppl Working 100 plus hour of OT for decent check ?

[@cryptomayweather8568]

What kind of drug test

[@syke_clan6356]

Pee test

[@nibuckstv]

Pee drug test

[@navigator1372]

Get your twic 1st