Life of an MK on a Coast Guard Cutter

I interview my friend Jeremy (d00ditsjeremy) who is a Machinery Technician (MK) 2nd class in the Coast Guard. Jeremy talks about what the biggest differences between MK and BM as well as what it's like being an MK on and at various units in the Coast Guard.
Timestamps:
1:53 What are the biggest differences between MK and BM?
2:59 Why choose MK over BM?
6:53 What is the daily life of an MK on an 87?
9:33 What is the daily life of an MK on a larger cutter?
11:16 Do MK's have more responsibility on an 87 or a larger cutter?
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Disclaimer: These views are mine and should not be construed as the views of the U.S. Coast Guard.

[@MooMoo69556]

Accurate info since my supervisor is also an MK2. Solid video!

[@luisorozco3205]

Good info, i have a question if you can answer it. How much time an MK spend time in a boat? do you have to stay days over there? i'm asking because i did a lot of research and i might be married when i will start my process to join in the coast guard and is somehing important to know when you are not single.

[@d00ditsjeremy]

Luis Orozco It depends on the unit, but I would guess you have a 90% chance of ending up somewhere where you will stay at work overnight for at least 2-3 days at a time, whether it’s a station or a cutter. Bigger cutters = more time underway. MKs are more prevalent on cutters as well but you can still manage to get land jobs just as the other rates. I hope this helps! I was in a similar position when I joined, definitely something to talk to your significant other about but definitely do-able.

[@luisorozco3205]

@@d00ditsjeremy If i have to stay 3 days working that means i would have 4 days at week that i might be with my wife? I know is logic but i preffer ask and be sure

[@d00ditsjeremy]

Luis Orozco yes, again it depends on the unit