Riding the Norfolk Light Rail (Job Search)

[@jrkorman]

Had to stick around for this - I grew up in Norfolk (Ocean View area and Norview). It's changed a lot in the 50 years I've been gone. Went into the Air Force right now, 50 years ago and never came back except to visit family.

[@JeffOnboard]

I grew up in Baltimore. Thanks for the comment!! 🚢⚓️🌊😎

[@Classy4514]

This is really nice i wish we had light rail in Richmond Virginia.

[@JeffOnboard]

I don't ride it very often but it is very nice.

[@richarderion4611]

Down to the hall. Reminds me of that movie Action In The North Atlantic. They are at the union hall looking looking to ship out. Their last ship was torpedoed. Classic movie!

[@JeffOnboard]

I guess I need to check that movie out....sounds awesome, Thanks....

[@davidschick6951]

I’m also a railfan. I love anything having to do with trains. Thanks for this video.

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes my dad loved trains and i have such great memories of when we grew up working on the huge train garden we always had in the basement.

[@jamesroutledge]

What a lovely place ! Good luck Jeff on the work search 👍

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes, patience i always the name of the game. I will get a contract soon.

[@aqhasassy]

Always, I enjoyed the tour!! I’ve never been to VA. Looks beautiful! I’ve had only 1 train/Marta experience, Atlanta, it was packed, sweltering & no A/C. Stepped off & a sign read, Welcome to Atlanta, We have Air Conditioning!

[@JeffOnboard]

"Hot" lanta

[@Sm6ype]

Nice to se some pictures from this beautiful part of US. I was working in NC just before Corona break loose in 2020 I miss the climate quite warm even in December. Beautiful surroundings like Blue Ridge Parkway I drove it in full length. Miss it a lot and miss US

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes I love the Blueridge Pkwy and the Carolinas have amazing weather. Thanks for watching and stopping in to leave a comment radioten. Enjoy your day

[@gregoryrourke7417]

Lovely surroundings there Jeff. Looks very nice. Great weather too. Good luck with your job hunting. Keep us all updated. 👌👍🏻

[@JeffOnboard]

Thanks Greg, I will have good news and updates soon for sure...

[@Gusrikh1]

Always interesting..

[@JeffOnboard]

thanks Gussy

[@Mr.Follower245]

Great video Jeff! I miss Norfolk and Virginia Beach used to be stationed there. Love your work

[@JeffOnboard]

Thank you so much Will and thank you for your service

[@johnisley4578]

Lovely place Jeff. Hope you secure a great new contract, looking forward to many more videos. Cheers John from AU.

[@JeffOnboard]

Hey thank you very much John...I appreciate it

[@fatimaali8645]

I love trains this video is pretty cool 😎 x

[@JeffOnboard]

Thanks so much Fatima

[@jimmyg4057]

I used to live in VA Bch. Birdneck and 44 - Apartments there when I rode carriers. I remember being in the pattern of RWY 5 at Oceana. Super loud back then with Tomcats, Intruders and Hornets. I don't think we had the Norfolk Tide back in the 90's. Good luck with your search!

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes Jimmy and now for a long time 44 is no longer it is all just 264. Thanks for dropping in and have a great day.

[@Dinngg0]

The light rail in Norfolk looks like the Lynx line in Charlotte. Not been there but looks nice.

[@JeffOnboard]

Ah, I love Charlotte

[@grundewa]

This is a great little vlog, and thanks for making it! Smaller LRT systems like the Tide don’t get a lot of coverage so it’s always nice to see more of it. Hope you can find the contract you’re looking for!

[@JeffOnboard]

Thanks so much Okits, I appreciate it

[@barneymm2204]

Good luck.

[@JeffOnboard]

I appreciate it Barney, Thank you.

[@redc8783]

I use to ride the LA Metro into downtown when I had to go end. Even with a company car and being paid while I dove, it beat the 1 to 2+ hr drive 😁😁

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes Red, it is always more relaxing especially in the situation you mentioned. I can't imagine driving in LA...

[@snidelywhiplash8923]

I've enjoyed your videos very much, especially those when you're describing your onboard life and duties. You always seem to do so with lots of happiness and enthusiasm, lucky you to so enjoy your work The title of this video, job search, reminded me of a thought I've had while watching your work. Your industry is new to me and something I've never known much about, so I appreciate the insights. Comparing many of the important things you do - fabricating metal parts, welding, fixing so many broken and rusted things, all seem very important. But other "engine department" videos I've seen done by others show individuals more focused on operation, maintenance and troubleshooting related to main engines, generator engines, water production and environmental machinery and all the other essential peripheral systems needed for the operation of ships. You seem to not spend your working time involved with such things. Is that true? Why? Thanks again, best wishes to find another assignment.

[@JeffOnboard]

actually not to many people seem to like my channel for some reason

[@christopherbuckley94]

I had no idea that they had a light road in Hampton Roads!

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes and it is fun to ride. It stops right where I go so sometimes I ride it.....Have a Happy Holidays Christopher!

[@ya3nkurog]

Thanks for the video Jeff, it’d be nice if you could make a video explaining everything about de union hall, i’d really appreciate it🙌🏻

[@JeffOnboard]

What would you like to know? Your music sounds great dude....Very nice

[@knus1959]

Hi :) I thought you had an employment contract with Maersk Line? Or have you chosen to be "a free bird", so you can choose which shipping company you want to sail with? :)

[@JeffOnboard]

Yes I always choose Maersk ships, but after a contract ends you look for a new one and you have a 100% choice of where and when you go. I had a 2 year working contract on the Maersk Montana and my last one was a 1 trip relief job for 77 days. Contracts vary extremely. I hope this makes sense. I am currently seeking a new ship and yes Maersk Line.

[@stevedouglas175]

If you would have taken the job on the west coast, would you pay for transportation to get there?

[@JeffOnboard]

No the company always sets that up.

[@jamesterrill1938]

Enjoy your videos, interesting. Do you always have to go the Union Hall to get your jobs?

[@JeffOnboard]

I appreciate that James....and yes.....even if you have a job you go back to after vacation you still have to clear through the hall as well.....

[@arkyump]

What happens when you can’t load or unload and your contract is up. Like when a ship is stuck out off LA and can’t unload.

[@JeffOnboard]

not sure what you mean, sorry

[@56v12cylinder]

confused...i thought you work for maersk? you mean that you dont and are just a freelancer? so you could work for yang ming or cosco or other shipping lines?......

[@JeffOnboard]

I always choose Maersk, but we all work through unions. I just choose all Maersk contracts because it is what I like.

[@sojolly]

Is the Duck In still in business? I spent some time in VaBeach a long time ago with FLTDECGRULANT at Little Creek.

[@JeffOnboard]

What is "the duck"

[@beautifulloser4966]

You probably already found the answer, but the Duck Inn closed a while back.

[@taiebaicharles7180]

Frist one here..

[@JeffOnboard]

Thanks so much Taiebai....Thanks for watching and I hope your day is awesome!!!!