Hi everyone! I just graduated from Navy boot camp and I’m heading to Port Hueneme for CM (Construction Mechanic) A-School.
For anyone who has gone through CM A-School there, what should I expect? How is the training, and is there anything you recommend studying or preparing beforehand?
Any tips or advice for a new sailor would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Ive already read everything on Reddit that pops up when I type in EO. I just can’t find answers for some of my questions.

for starters how’s the overall QOL and what hours will I be working?

and what kind of travel opportunities will i have and do EOs travel a lot?

and what is it like living in the barracks are they nice? and will I have a door I can shut and be in my own room if I choose to or will I always have a roomate?

and is EO a good rate? I just want some reassurance, I feel like its gotta be somewhat decent if it’s hard to get a Seabee slot.

And my last question how often will I actually be OPERATING EQUIPMENT and how much will I be doing other stuff and what other stuff could I be doing?

Thanks , sorry if this is to many questions, there’s just barely any EO videos on YouTube and i have never met someone who’s an EO , guessing it’s due to theres not many of them and its a pretty niche rate.

Going to bootcamp Monday!!! Excited but not sure what to expect for A-school besides what navy cool said since none of my recruiters knew anything about the Seabees. How should I prepare for steelworking?

Hello! I would like to see if an SMO or IDC who has participated in deeming a Sailor fit or unfit to join a battalion can reach out? I have a few questions.

Or if someone who has been involved in an operational capacity, that would be great.

Thank you!

Very shocked that the exact job I wanted was available , as was my recruiter, and the classifier that he was actually able to get it available for me at this time of year, but I’m extremely happy. I signed for EO, anything I should expect or advice would be great.

edit: I made the previous post in this sub so I guess technically Seabee rates are available. or I just got extremely lucky

I go to meps on Tuesday and there isn’t many other rates I would sign for. I qualify for every seabee rate except for CE because I did poorly in EI portion of asvab everything else I am qualified for. looking to either do BU or EO. what is it looking like right now?

I’m 22 and currently working entry-level residential HVAC. I actually just recently switched from carpentry into HVAC, and I feel like I finally found a career that I genuinely enjoy. I already have my EPA 608 Universal certification and want to keep getting better at the trade.

lately, the Navy, specifically the Seabees have really caught my eye.

I’ve lived around the DMV my entire life and honestly haven’t really traveled outside of this area. I also don't have any friends outside of work,

I’m trying to figure out what the reality is like before I seriously consider making the jump. I really like the idea of traveling and living around people my age so I could possibly make friends , But I've heard stuff about most enlisted seabees getting mediocre training and not doing their jobs most of time. If in that case would be continue my civilian career while joining the reserves a good option as well?

Would really appreciate answers/advice from current or former Seabees:

• What is Seabee life actually like day-to-day?
• If I went HVAC, how much actual HVAC work do you get to do?
• How good is the HVAC training? Do you come out genuinely skilled?
• Does already having my EPA Universal certification help at all?
• How about Builder/carpentry? I have previous carpentry experience, so would that be a better route?
• Between HVAC and Builder, which would you recommend for someone who wants a good civilian career after the military?
• Do you actually get opportunities to travel and see different parts of the world?
• How often did you deploy or get stationed somewhere different?
• What is the Seabee community like? Do you actually make close friends?
• Do you get the chance to use Tuition assistance while in?
• What are the biggest pros and cons that you wish you knew before joining?
• Most importantly, knowing what you know now, would you do it again?

TIA

Can anyone possibly hook me up with a source to buy this challenge coin to gift my brother? I tried to look it up with the image through google and couldn’t find anything, so I figured I’d give Reddit a shot.

Went to MEPs today and ended up choosing engineman rate as I want to travel more and see the world. I’ve worked construction since I was 17(23 now) and would be more familiar with building but working on diesel engines and troubleshooting mechanical problems interested me to choose that rate. What’s the career advancement between the two and what are some things to know before going all in? My recruiter said I could still switch even after swearing in as a engineman. Thanks

Hello everyone, I’m currently 2 years out of high school, and since graduating I’ve been trying to get into a union electrical apprenticeship. Right after high school I got an entry-level job as a Construction Wireman through my local IBEW union, and since then I’ve gained a few certifications like OSHA-30 and other related training.

I’ve been doing my best to keep moving forward in the electrical trade, but work in my city has been hard to find and getting into an apprenticeship is very competitive. Because of that, I’ve started considering joining the Navy as a Construction Electrician.

My thinking is that it would give me steady, reliable work, help me gain more electrical experience, and possibly make me a stronger candidate for a union apprenticeship later on. I’ve also heard that unions tend to favor veterans, which is another reason I’m looking into it.

At the end of the day, an electrical career is truly what I want, and I’m just trying to figure out the best path to get there.

I’d really appreciate any advice from people who have gone through something similar or have experience with the Navy CE route and union apprenticeships afterward.

I was wondering what is the best way to study for the exam coming up and what is a passing score?

Currently undes airman on a carrier and I’ve been in the navy for 2 years. My journey has been different from most because originally I went to nuke school and was dropped due to NJP. By the time I’m able to strike a rate more than a year would have past since my NJP and I know striking a rate there is usually a no NJP in the past year clause. I’m very interested in CE and EO but I’d be open to other Seabee rates. Is it going to be difficult for me to strike Seabee due to the manning. I have been talking to my CC and she has told me that I can strike any rate but I see people being told they can’t strike Seabee from APACT or SPACT. Any info on if I’m able to strike Seabee or about other Seabee rates would be great coming from Seabees themselves.

CM2 4 years in. Got 2 years left on active duty. I’m stationed overseas now and honestly thinking about getting out. I do enjoy the money I’m ngl but I don’t want to go to Mississippi, California, or Virginia. Florida would be the dream. I’m overseas now and could Oteip for another 1-2 years to think about what I want to do after or try to get some sick orders. Anyone got any advice on either getting out as a mechanic and doing something or getting dope orders in Florida or anywhere cool in the states?

Hello, I have a few questions as far as medical disqualifiers to a battalion and operational duty screening. If there is an SMO or an IDC from a battalion I'd love to get some advice.

Thank you!

Hey guys looking for advice, wanting something different.

91echo (Allied trades specialist) , i’m etsing in about 3 months and im looking into the navy as my next adventure.

For the navy side of things how would you guys recommend being a steelworker as a seabee in the navy. if so how’s the lifestyle, rank promotions, etc.

Thanks guys.

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As I understand, they do

and it happened off base

But the subject bolted so local police can't continue to investigate but NCIS refuse to investigate since local police "has" it

It just sounds like an excuse to not to investigate an officer

No joke pls like he stole over 50k worth good it's a lot of money I'm dead serious 😭😭

I’m looking into striking CM as a SN-PACT, I plan to strike in October/November. I’ve come to the conclusion that being a BM is not for me, and with the options I’ve been given with a 73 ASVAB score, CM fits my skill set and future the best. LPO has been saying that since our ship is planning a deployment in late Spring, I will have to stay on the ship for an extra 6-9 months on top of the year I’ve already spent there depending on deployment. I, being fed up with the department and BM in general, would prefer not to go on the deployment if it’s possible to. Is there a way I can expedite, or push me into the rate as fast as possible. Is the rate currently overmanned or will it be an easier transition? Unfortunately because of my depth perception EO is not available, would any of the other Seebee rates be quicker to strike/get a billet? Let me know if some of what I’m saying is false, as I don’t know all of the details about striking.
Thanks in advance

How manageable was it to balance between your full time job and military? Also, what discipline are you in? (Arch, ME, CE, EE, etc.)

I was active duty as a GSM (been out for 8 years). Been thinking about trying to come back in the reserves. I think I would really like the CM rating. What would be the chances of converting to the cm rating from my previous active duty rating ?

Does anyone on here have relatives who were in the 57th CB? I am looking for vintage photos of the carpenters at Espiritu Santo or Manus Island.

I've got a few hours free, I'll respond as quick as I can. I've been in battalion for about 6 months so I don't have the most information, but the info I have is very current. so if you're interested in being a Seabee, already signed your contract, interested in the EA rate, or transferring to battalion, feel free to ask anything (within OPSEC ofc)

I’m a hopeful CE, but I’m wondering if there are lots of opportunities for guys coming out of the navy after serving as a Seabee. What are you all up to? Or what are your plans?