Wow lots of opinions on this one here is the working conditions for an ETECH on a submarine. I am sure if you really read it you would not volunteer for this service, and lets all remember that submarine sea pay is only $115 more per month.
Greenie
The working environment encountered includes all conditions applicable to the occupation. In addition, employment in submarines provides a set of working conditions for which there is no equivalent in the surface fleet. Submarine duties involve an extremely restrictive environment where noise, extremes of temperature, high humidity, atmospheric contaminants, fluctuating atmospheric pressure and lack of sleep contribute to high levels of physical strain and fatigue. The requirement to live and work for extended periods in close quarters with a large number of other personnel in cramped, unpleasant conditions creates a high degree of emotional stress, which is exacerbated by the fact that a simple error at any time while the submarine is submerged could have catastrophic consequences for the entire crew. Submarine duties may lead to physical disorders arising from extended periods of exposure to atmospheric contaminants such as high partial pressures of carbon dioxide and significant concentrations of carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, chlorine, stibine, arsine and the combustion products of freon. Reduction in sight efficiency may result from extended periods of exposure to inadequate illumination and reduction in hearing efficiency may result from exposure to engine and ventilation system noise and rapid changes in air pressure. Electrical Technicians are subject to shocks and burns from electrical/electronic equipment, as well as hazards associated with rotating machinery and moving equipment.
Submarine Electrical Technician working conditions A-PD-055-003/PQ-001
