So's As MM's - Military Career Progression

NavyWife.Moody · 08-12-2009, 12:27 PM

You guys with So's as MM's wanna give me any details. Hubbs found out he can strike that rate right now and they want him badly.

Heres some info I would like to know and to pass to my hubby if he doesnt already know:

Where and How Long Is The "A" School:
Are They Attached To The Most, Fleet, Land, Small Boys, Carieers, Subs:
How Many Hours Do They Work (I heard 0600 to 2100):
Do They Work The Weekends (I heard Saturdays):
Easy Progression Within The Rate (adding Different skills to the MM itself, Like MMN):
Is There Alot To Do As A MM (Never bored, new things to always learn, busy):
Being A MM And Taking The Sub Job, Is That Worth It:
What Are The Hours For That:
Restrictions To Be Able Too:

ANY other opinion and info GREATLY appreciated.
Thanks a bunch in Advance!

knockouttrish · 08-12-2009, 01:30 PM

Which rate of MM are you asking about? DH is a nuke MM.

ladygirl_86 · 08-12-2009, 01:48 PM

My DH is a Nuke mm also.. He is on a carrier. And right now his job sucks!! But we have herd that the boat he is on is the worst one you can get sent to.. I dont know how true that is becuase this is our first sea command. But every command is different.. They work all the time.. DH has duty every 4 days. So it works out that right now he has duty every weekend (either a friday,saturday or sunday)except once a month. They muster at 7 something in the morning and they get out at 4ish. He did schooling for 2 years right out of boot camp. They are always busy and always learning new things. There are always possibilities of advancing. Dont know if this answeres any of your questions or not, but hopefully it helps a little.

NavyWife.Moody · 08-12-2009, 02:13 PM

hmm well as far as I know he will just be a MM no other type of sub-rate. He is going to school for MM in november if he pass's the testing.

thanks for the info. Hubbs work hours right now are the same as you just said lady_girl, so im glad it won't be much of a "shift" for us to adjust too. The only difference is hubb's duty days is one a week and moves a day forward each week.
They muster at the same time and everything.
Hubbs right now is on a carrier he hates it because he is in deck dept.
He would like to check out a small boy and see how they operate.

anyone else with any info please spill

!

NC@SEA · 08-12-2009, 05:40 PM

Originally Posted by NavyWife.Moody

hmm well as far as I know he will just be a MM no other type of sub-rate. He is going to school for MM in november if he pass's the testing.

thanks for the info. Hubbs work hours right now are the same as you just said lady_girl, so im glad it won't be much of a "shift" for us to adjust too. The only difference is hubb's duty days is one a week and moves a day forward each week.
They muster at the same time and everything.
Hubbs right now is on a carrier he hates it because he is in deck dept.
He would like to check out a small boy and see how they operate.

anyone else with any info please spill

!

I just have to ask why MM? Because it's open?

NavyWife.Moody · 08-12-2009, 06:23 PM

NC: Its open and they want him.
I posted a thread before saying Hubbs was considering Seabee rate and A BU within it. Well he wasnt able to get BU afterall...Could go EO or MM. I sent him info on both and he's decided MM.

Is that not a good idea in your opinion?

NC@SEA · 08-12-2009, 07:41 PM

Originally Posted by NavyWife.Moody

NC: Its open and they want him.
I posted a thread before saying Hubbs was considering Seabee rate and A BU within it. Well he wasnt able to get BU afterall...Could go EO or MM. I sent him info on both and he's decided MM.

Is that not a good idea in your opinion?

It's a good choice. I am just curious as to why. Is he designated or non designated at this time?

Chelly · 08-12-2009, 07:55 PM

I wouldn't do it. MM is a tough job. They work long hours, miss meals, and work in crappy conditions. They are the first ones on the ship and the last one to leave. They work in a hot, loud, dirty space with steam. In plain terms, they make the boat move, provide hot water to the ship (so don't piss them off lol), provide electricity, A/C, and work on boilers all the time. Underways are hard.

http://usmilitary.about.com/od/enlistedjob1/a/mm.htm

If you'd like to know more, I can ask my husband. He's been one for 6 years.

NC@SEA · 08-12-2009, 08:00 PM

Originally Posted by Chelly

I wouldn't do it. MM is a tough job. They work long hours, miss meals, and work in crappy conditions. They are the first ones on the ship and the last one to leave. They work in a hot, loud, dirty space with steam. In plain terms, they make the boat move, provide hot water to the ship (so don't piss them off lol), provide electricity, A/C, and work on boilers all the time. Underways are hard.

http://usmilitary.about.com/od/enlistedjob1/a/mm.htm

If you'd like to know more, I can ask my husband. He's been one for 6 years.

That's good information but some people really like that type of working envoirnment. Does your DH like it?

For the OP: Your DH needs to find a job that he will enjoy and that can help him on the outside in case he separates. You also want to find a job that offers stability and will allow you to stay in to retire if that's his goal.

MandyRK · 08-12-2009, 08:29 PM

My DH has been an MM for 14 years now. He's not here at the moment so I'll answer your questions as best I can.

Where and How Long Is The "A" School: I dont remember where it was located but I want to say it was like...2 months long maybe? I don't really remember. He went to A School in 1996. Long time ago. LOL

Are They Attached To The Most, Fleet, Land, Small Boys, Carriers, Subs: I don't know what's normal, but DH has only ever been on Carriers when he's not on Shore Duty. (USS Nimitz & USS Carl Vinson)

How Many Hours Do They Work (I heard 0600 to 2100): I'm sure it varies. When he first started out he was 0600 - 1600 (and sometimes til 1800 on long busy days). When he was dry docked it was more like 0600 - 1200.

Do They Work The Weekends (I heard Saturdays): DH didn't usually work Saturdays unless he was on duty.

Easy Progression Within The Rate (adding Different skills to the MM itself, Like MMN): Not sure about this one.

Is There Alot To Do As A MM (Never bored, new things to always learn, busy): ...or this one. I'm pretty sure he's never been bored though.

???
...and DH has never been on a sub so I can't answer the rest of your questions either.
Overall I think DH is really happy with his rate. It's not the rate he originally chose but he's happy with it and has learned a lot of stuff that he's glad he's had the chance to learn.
Hope the helps.

08-12-2009, 12:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
NavyWife.Moody He's Her Sailor, She's His Wife. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 614 Blog Entries: 2 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 4% Longevity: 29%	So's As MM's You guys with So's as MM's wanna give me any details. Hubbs found out he can strike that rate right now and they want him badly. Heres some info I would like to know and to pass to my hubby if he doesnt already know: Where and How Long Is The "A" School: Are They Attached To The Most, Fleet, Land, Small Boys, Carieers, Subs: How Many Hours Do They Work (I heard 0600 to 2100): Do They Work The Weekends (I heard Saturdays): Easy Progression Within The Rate (adding Different skills to the MM itself, Like MMN): Is There Alot To Do As A MM (Never bored, new things to always learn, busy): Being A MM And Taking The Sub Job, Is That Worth It: What Are The Hours For That: Restrictions To Be Able Too: ANY other opinion and info GREATLY appreciated. Thanks a bunch in Advance! __________________ DH: "You are more than just my heart, you are my bestfriend" DH: "You Are My Hero Courtney, Did You Know That?"

08-12-2009, 01:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
knockouttrish Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 1,018 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 8% Longevity: 56%	Which rate of MM are you asking about? DH is a nuke MM. __________________

08-12-2009, 01:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
ladygirl_86 I love my life! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Belfair, Wa Posts: 600 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 31% Longevity: 24%	My DH is a Nuke mm also.. He is on a carrier. And right now his job sucks!! But we have herd that the boat he is on is the worst one you can get sent to.. I dont know how true that is becuase this is our first sea command. But every command is different.. They work all the time.. DH has duty every 4 days. So it works out that right now he has duty every weekend (either a friday,saturday or sunday)except once a month. They muster at 7 something in the morning and they get out at 4ish. He did schooling for 2 years right out of boot camp. They are always busy and always learning new things. There are always possibilities of advancing. Dont know if this answeres any of your questions or not, but hopefully it helps a little. __________________ Pregnant with Baby #2!!

08-12-2009, 02:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
NavyWife.Moody He's Her Sailor, She's His Wife. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 614 Blog Entries: 2 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 4% Longevity: 29%	hmm well as far as I know he will just be a MM no other type of sub-rate. He is going to school for MM in november if he pass's the testing. thanks for the info. Hubbs work hours right now are the same as you just said lady_girl, so im glad it won't be much of a "shift" for us to adjust too. The only difference is hubb's duty days is one a week and moves a day forward each week. They muster at the same time and everything. Hubbs right now is on a carrier he hates it because he is in deck dept. He would like to check out a small boy and see how they operate. anyone else with any info please spill ! __________________ DH: "You are more than just my heart, you are my bestfriend" DH: "You Are My Hero Courtney, Did You Know That?" Last edited by NavyWife.Moody; 08-12-2009 at 02:13 PM. Reason: Mistype

08-12-2009, 06:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
NavyWife.Moody He's Her Sailor, She's His Wife. Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Norfolk, VA Posts: 614 Blog Entries: 2 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 4% Longevity: 29%	NC: Its open and they want him. I posted a thread before saying Hubbs was considering Seabee rate and A BU within it. Well he wasnt able to get BU afterall...Could go EO or MM. I sent him info on both and he's decided MM. Is that not a good idea in your opinion? __________________ DH: "You are more than just my heart, you are my bestfriend" DH: "You Are My Hero Courtney, Did You Know That?"

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08-12-2009, 07:55 PM	#8 (permalink)
Chelly : ) Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 2,025 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 4% Longevity: 65%	I wouldn't do it. MM is a tough job. They work long hours, miss meals, and work in crappy conditions. They are the first ones on the ship and the last one to leave. They work in a hot, loud, dirty space with steam. In plain terms, they make the boat move, provide hot water to the ship (so don't piss them off lol), provide electricity, A/C, and work on boilers all the time. Underways are hard. http://usmilitary.about.com/od/enlistedjob1/a/mm.htm If you'd like to know more, I can ask my husband. He's been one for 6 years. __________________

08-12-2009, 08:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
MandyRK I love my Chief selectee! Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Naval Recruiting District - St. Louis Posts: 56 Classifieds: (0) Activity: 0% Longevity: 5%	My DH has been an MM for 14 years now. He's not here at the moment so I'll answer your questions as best I can. Where and How Long Is The "A" School: I dont remember where it was located but I want to say it was like...2 months long maybe? I don't really remember. He went to A School in 1996. Long time ago. LOL Are They Attached To The Most, Fleet, Land, Small Boys, Carriers, Subs: I don't know what's normal, but DH has only ever been on Carriers when he's not on Shore Duty. (USS Nimitz & USS Carl Vinson) How Many Hours Do They Work (I heard 0600 to 2100): I'm sure it varies. When he first started out he was 0600 - 1600 (and sometimes til 1800 on long busy days). When he was dry docked it was more like 0600 - 1200. Do They Work The Weekends (I heard Saturdays): DH didn't usually work Saturdays unless he was on duty. Easy Progression Within The Rate (adding Different skills to the MM itself, Like MMN): Not sure about this one. Is There Alot To Do As A MM (Never bored, new things to always learn, busy): ...or this one. I'm pretty sure he's never been bored though. ??? ...and DH has never been on a sub so I can't answer the rest of your questions either. Overall I think DH is really happy with his rate. It's not the rate he originally chose but he's happy with it and has learned a lot of stuff that he's glad he's had the chance to learn. Hope the helps. __________________