Express Bus Operator

3 minutes ago, Future ENY OP said:

FB already has the XD40 which operates similar functions as the XD60. However, do drivers technically need the training (YES). Also,  maintenance definitely needs the training more b/c within the next 12-18 mos (estimate) XD60’s will be coming into FB and they are going to need to know the ins and outs of the bus in house. I believe extensive work will be done at Grand Avenue CMF. 

Yup... I recently was trained on it as its required by transit whenever theres a new equipment coming into a depot.

13 minutes ago, trainfan22 said:

Some SBS XD40s will probably be unwrapped and put in local service to retire some of the RTS.

((Claps with joy)) Oh yes Bye Bye RTS's lol 

1 minute ago, Future ENY OP said:

41 SBS ain't happening for another few years at most.

My guess for the 7600's is some for local service and some for SBS service.

I guess 🤔

Twulocal100 and FB depot are requesting for a B41 restoration. We currently have flyers at the depot trying to send the Mayor and DOT a message to fix flatbush Ave and add bus lane.  That’s something I can start another topic on the forum with flyer that was created.

So I assume the partial sbs46 artic conversion will probably operate only during the weekdays (M-F) leaving the weekends still using the xd40’s.

Question is what will happen to some of the 7600’s  xd40 at FB during the week day when partial of the XD60 will run on the sbs46?....

This would’ve been the perfect time to enroll the B41 to sbs.

1 minute ago, Girls4life said:

What the hell does that even mean? " Reverse future"?!?! You mean the PAST!?!?

I re-edited before you quoted. When backing up the bus if you exceed over  3 mph the brakes automatically kicks in for safety.

Today I was trained on 6119 for equipment qualification since I never operated the xd60’s. I Like the reverse future on them when backing up the brakes automatically locks in if you exceed over 3 mph

The Supt instructor said the sbs46 will be active with the xd60 very very soon. Right now they’re in the process modifying the route just to use the XD60

4 minutes ago, East New York said:

Yeah the 2015 Transmissions are the absolute worse. Thank MTA for those dumb ass specs they tuned the LBSS with. Many of them are being tuned again and are starting the run better. The best XD40’ are the 4800’s and the new 2018/2019.

The new ones are rockets, but 4830 and 38 have to be the fasted XD40’s in the city. I don’t what the hell EN did to those two buses but I almost lost my mind in the B15 a couple days ago. On the XN60 side 1073 seems to be faster. The take-off is absolutely insane!

Ohhh I love the new 2018/2019 XDs. Every time I sign up for the L shuttle, I try my best to take one of the new XD. They operate soooooooooo smooth. Its like driving a brand new luxury vehicle. I can make all my turns on point without even having any doubts. The only issue I dislike are the destination keypads, the right side mirrors are poorly designed and sometimes your foot touch the “Call Police” trigger. But overall the new XDs are awesome when it comes to operating on the road. I’m starting to think about going on the sbs46 next pick 🤪

19 minutes ago, Kelani said:

HI all,

I've been researching MTA Jobs and so far the only one that seems to appeal to me is that of the train dispatcher. Unfortunately, it seems like the job (even the assistant train dispatcher role) is not available to non-MTA employees.

So i'm just wondering how anyone who's not a current employee might get the job, if they would have to be a train operator first and then try to get promoted to the asst dispatcher role
or if anyone can apply. If the latter is the case, could anyone please provide advice on how to go about that? What to study for the test, and if possible an account of the day to day operations of the job. 

Thanks a lot in advance, 

PS: This is the job role i am interested in:

RCC Console Train Dispatcher (Rail Traffic Controller) - 92676
Department: Rcc Operating Theater | Location: Manhattan - Uptown | Business Unit: New York City Transit | Posted Date: 03/13/2018

https://hcm.mymta.info/psc/HCPRD/SELFSERVICE/HXMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB&Action=U&TargetFrameName=None

80% of the positions into supervisory/management roles are promotional  titles. Just like any other civil services positions, you have to start from the bottom and once you meet the years of service, you will be eligible to take the promotional exam.

The only position that doesn’t require promotional exam, is upper management such as Superintendents, General managers and so on. These titles requires a resume and they are also position based on experience or previous high managerial roles within the criteria. 

For example in order to become a Bus dispatcher, you must be an bus operator for 3 years in order to take the promotional exam into a Supervisory (dispatcher) role. To become Surface Superintendent, you must have years of experience first as a dispatcher in order to be considered moving on up. 

Any questions you can PM me.

Yesterday FB unwrapped two of the LFSA and sent it to one of the Manhattan depot. I believe it was to Hale or Tusk.

3 minutes ago, Future ENY OP said:

Everything with the is subject to change. 12-18 months from now those buses 6109-6125 may end up staying in Manhattan and East New York receiving a new batch of XD60's or hopefully XDE60's. MCH and FB artics are on the way since the shuttle is a no-go.

 

FB need some of the new XD40’s for local services and push out them dinosaurs ((RTS))

2 minutes ago, JeremiahC99 said:

Well I see them as a classic for the MTA, especially how I grew up riding these buses (I live a few blocks from Flatbush Depot routes, such as the B41). In fact, I call these buses Legacy Buses, because I'm impressed by the fact that these buses have stayed around longer than buses before or after them. How did that happen?

 

Easier to maintenance

3 minutes ago, JeremiahC99 said:

Maybe they will, maybe they won't. After all, it feels like the RTS is one of the favorite buses in the MTA fleet, and maybe the drivers don't want to let these go (at least that's what I figured 6 months ago).

Surprising thing was that when the assignments came out for the XD40 and XD60 order last March, this would be the final fleet roster for ENY and FB when all deliveries and temporary assignments were said and done:

FB:

2009-10 Orion VII Hybrid 4228-4243, 4577-4630 (70)

2014-15 New Flyer XD40 7304-7365, 7483 (63)

2018-19 New Flyer XD40 7667-7714 (48) for B46+

2018-19 New Flyer XD60 (57) Numbers to be determined for B44+ and B46+

Total: 229

EN:

2004-05 Orion VII OG 6589-6624 (36)

2006-07 Orion VII OG 6790-6843 (54)

2011-12 New Flyer XD40 4810-4854 (45)

2014-15 New Flyer XD40 7090-7139 (50)

2018-19 New Flyer XD40 7588-7626 (39)

2016-17 New Flyer XD60 6109-6125 (17) for B82+

Total: 241

Fast Forward to 2019, that is not what happened, and most depots still have a handful of RTS in their fleet. Looks like the drivers will be clinging on to them for a little while longer.

That would have been a nice list right there if the plan originally stick. I don't believe the operators has any say what buses they want or not and I can ensure you if it was up to the operators decision, Those RTS (Dinosaurs)  would have left already. It seems only the old timers that has 15+ years on the job loves them and the new generation hates them. They are good buses for snow and transmission power, but for Big and Tall people, the operator compartment are not too friendly.

19 hours ago, MHV9218 said:

Systemwide RTS totals in order of quantity:

FB: 47

UP: 45

JA: 44

ENY: 38

MJQ: 28

GA: 3

205 buses remain in service of the 350 in the final order. FB's total is going to be impacted by the XD60 arrivals shortly.

I hope those FB 47 RTS get out sooner 😞 

2 hours ago, East New York said:

This is true however there is the exception. All of this holds true for the Nova LFSA, however, the XD60 and D60HF/LF can actually make tighter turns than any 40 footer. The tailswing is just slightly greater. 

Another fun fact of the day, the RTS actually has the widest turning radius among 40 footers, and for that reason rookies are most likely to get into accidents or not make wide enough turns with them.

The B35 is proof of this. That has to be the most narrow route with a few sharp turns than any other Artic route I can think of off my head. 

Funny story, I was actually training an MTA vet (who only operated hybrids, C40’s and MCI’s) on an RTS a few months ago. A few turns he didn’t take wide enough until I said, “Tien like you are I’m an MCI!” 

He nailed every turn after that. Lol

Oh yeah  RTS got me a few times when I first started. I thought I was good and gravy making this S turn on time and ended up the other side of the road making the vehicles at the traffic light back up. Since then whenever I get an RTS I play with the turns trying too its radius. I’ve also learned not all the RTS had that issue.

2 hours ago, trife86 said:

Throw  some out there. Not saying it's not possible but id like to know.

Shore pkwy and knapp B44 Sheepshead Bay

Above link is an google map nearby B44 last stop. One time there was fire and police activity blocking Emmons Avenue and fire trucks blocking a tip of knapp street which made the left turn from shore pkwy and Knapp street unable to complete. Both the B4 and B44’s were instructed to detour and head towards that street to come back around Emmons side and back to Knapp. The 40 footer made it through that street, but the sbs44 got stuck and had to back out.

24 minutes ago, trife86 said:

Explain where a 40 footer turns better than a artic where pivot point is shorter than a 40 foot? I never drove one yet but I'd like to know your reasoning.

40 footers can complete majority turns if you properly set yourself up and if the road is allowed-able. An artic bus has easy maneuvering due to the center of the bus that bends and thats where the pivot point. But on most turns you need more radius compared to a 40ft. You have to take consideration of the tail of the artic buses follows and if there’s not enough clearence, you will either clip something, someone or the center of the bus will lock up. 

So on certain turns the 40ft can make it, where that 60-65 footers can’t and I can name a few local streets and areas.

1 hour ago, MysteriousBtrain said:

6119 is out in service on the b44 right now. These two units are likely here for training for when they get their batch.

Yes 6119 is on the 44 right now. After it got fueled up and washed I was trying to see if anything new was changed compared to the new xd40s.

8 hours ago, trife86 said:

Some areas might have weight restrictions that can be a concern is all I can think of. 

Don’t forget on some area it won’t be able to make certain turns compared to a 40 footer

FB now receiving the XD60s with Quill patches on them. So far 6117, 6119 is about to go out on service on the 44

43 minutes ago, Future ENY OP said:

Here’s my justification on this. To me I’ve always believed that the 36 should be at FB simply b/c of two things. 1) The deadhead from depot to Nostrand is about 10-15 mins via Avenue U and 2) Direct interline with the 44. Also, I’d possibly extend to Kings Plaza. However, the way the paddle is set up it’s set for Coney Island and thus better for Ulmer Park. 

 The 9 to FB should of been years ago. However, I also think the 4 should be FB also b/c of the easy deadhead to Knapp Street. Again, the way the paddles are set up it’s set up for the Bay Ridge portion of the route. 

Interesting thought: Many moons ago there was talk about FB moving to Floyd Bennett Field since they have adequate space and possibly a CFM.  Brooklyn needs another depot. The Division is a complete zoo. Even re-constructing Ulmer Park (I believe on the next Capital Plan) the Division will get worse before it gets better. 

TBH kings Plaza can’t handle another buses route. 80% of the time with the exception after Business hours, too many buses layover and theres barely space. So sending the 36 would be no point when the B3 already head towards that direction via Avenue U. 

FB building needs major repairs and upgrades. When it rains heavy the Filmore side stairwell leaking pretty heavy.

44 minutes ago, JeremiahC99 said:

 

I agree with both of you, especially since there is crowding not only on the B41, but on the B46 SBS. In fact, what should happen is that the B41, B44 Local, and both the B46 local and SBS should be fully articulated in the future to relieve the crowds

Speaking of FB, what is the maximum number of buses that the Flatbush Depot is capable of housing?

 Im not sure the exact number but I will find out when I return back to work after my RDO unless EastNewYork knows the answer. But I know at night we have buses also parked outside on Flatbush Ave and on Utica Ave side.

1 hour ago, EastFlatbushLarry said:

i would never suggest that the 43 should or would go to Flatbush Depot. and as far as the 43 goes... look, what management is attempting to do to TA Brooklyn (in my personal opinion is MaBSTOA tf outta TA local 100. meaning, that the way management cut runs throughout MaBSTOA over the years (no matter how significant or miniscule) is what they're aching to do to Brooklyn. those 80 plus runs on the Q58? if they could, they'd chop those paddles yesterday. but as I've stated in the past, this is a systematic thing that's happening, and as much as it may in some way benefit customers, local 100 will (possibly) be losing runs with artics showing up more throughout the boro. personal opinion, artics showing up on lines like the B35 has benefitted Church Avenue period. those cabs are taking a significant hit in patronage (although fare beating on the 35 has skyrocketed, but that'll be addressed) i see the same thing happening on the 41 or 46 if artics appear, which is what management wants. artics packed from front line to back door at 12 minute headways off peak. my whole position in all this is that artics showing up on lines (and getting back on point, depots and the lines they operate/control) needs to make logistical/logical sense. there'd better be a method to the madness. 

I always stated FB will be a future artic fleet bus depot routes. Majority of the routes can handle artic buses except for the B2 and B31 due to the last stop at kingshwy station.

I can smell the 41 turning into artic when they enroll the sbs in the nearby future.

2 hours ago, nycdrew said:

Good morning everyone,

 

I got a voicemail this morning saying to report to Livingston on the 21st for OA. I did both medicals already, but I’m assuming they expired so I may have to retake them. I hope that I don’t even have to do that & they just take my ID photo & give me a start date.. but hopefully this is a good sign that they’ll be hiring again 😁

There were no hiring freeze. I have about probably 9 to 12 students at my depot doing line training. Also I have seen training buses for the past weeks. I believe Livingston were trying to catch up with people who previously was suppose to been started which probably caused delays on others who already did drugs and medical processes.

2 minutes ago, Future ENY OP said:

No official announcement yet. Let's wait for the right info from @East New York, @The Real and @SevenEleven

However, I would say this unofficially: All of Brooklyn Division, Quill, and West Farms so far. Refer to the first page under the fleets section for the shuttle.

A few dispatchers stated that the MTA is planning to purchase an abandoned yard located in Bushwick Brooklyn as an Depot for the L shuttle bus services. Thats one of the reason we have another System pick taking place again before April 2019. 

57 minutes ago, FatboyNYC said:

anyone know if there's going to be another general pick in April. I'm hearing rumors of another general in april 2019?

Yes.