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We live in all parts of the tri-state area. There’s one trainee now that’s from NJ. I’ve seen people drop out of the program since they live too far and can’t keep up with the work due to long hours and commuting. But it’s doable.

The rates on the job listings are always outdated. We ratified a new contract in December. New rates already kicked in.

What’s up bro. I can’t remember how much time they gave us when I did the S&D. I think it was 4 weeks. I had everything memorized by the 3rd week and just kept refreshing and reviewing until the the test. I would suggest just starting with the easy ones. Then keep adding more to it while reviewing the other stuff. Usually add 5 signals and 5 definitions a day to your list. Key is repetition. If you want the job just keep at it. Good luck.

It’s your call. The new wage progression is: 1st 365 days 60% - $29.94 2nd 365 days 80% - $39.92 3rd 365 days 90% - $44.91 4th 365 days 100% - 49.91 you’ll be at 80% before you graduate. Yes the training is longer and more treacherous with the amount of studying involved. But if you’re worried about money. We do make more in the long run. Also you have do what’s best for yourself. I would still take the test and still work for NYCT. You never know. If you pass great. You move on. If you fail you’re still employed by the MTA. it’s a win win. Good luck

I think the background agency is done by an outside source. Make sure you put the correct dates. Or close enough. They’ll contact the employer for verification. I suggest to get you IRS Transcript It shows the employer and years you worked there. The best way is to read write recite. No way around it. You want the job put in the time. Don’t worry about comprehending the information. Just memorize it even though you don’t know what it means yet. Some classes were 6 weeks to study. Some 8. When I did it. They were desperate for a class. They gave us 4 weeks to study. I took 2 weeks off from work to study all day everyday. I worked overnights so it was easier for me to study when I got home and no kids around. You gotta put yourself in that mindset. I was eating and breathing all this info constantly. Any chance I got I was studying something wether it was on my phone or at my desk on excel. I always advise anyone to start with the easy ones and keep adding to the list of what you know. 5 a day of each. I did exactly what @kev2112 did.

1. Yes! you can move around the company. once every few months they post positions for transportation Manager, Road Foreman, Special Duty. You would need 1 year in the position you’re hired for before you can apply for any other position. Yes you can still pay union dues. As for trying to move into an actual engineering position (civil, electric, mechanical) is considered a downgrade. locomotive engineers used to be held a prestige position. Somewhat still holds true. You can become conductor then become an engineer but not the other way around. 2. Our railroad is electric except for the diesels. I would assume so for a sustainability department. You would have to keep looking at the careers website for listings. 3.it can vary. I waited almost 2 years to have a shitty regular schedule until I was able to get back to extra list. I can have weekends off. But I chose to have mid week off. Right now since we have a new crewbook we’re short 30-40 guys. They’re plenty of overtime. But if you own a regular schedule shift it will be a flat 40 hour work week. You can work your days off also. So to answer your question 2-4 years for a steady schedule. 4. People come here for the benefits despite the money they were making. I wasn’t close to top pay when I came. I was making 70k before I came here for the benefits and pension. Our top pay now is 103K a year not including incentives, holiday, OT. The only think I wish they did was match 401k’s. And yes there are plenty of people who made over 6 figures who left their jobs to be here. 5. Depends. If you like taking orders from a snobby boss and sitting in cubicle all day. Then stay at your job. This job is not for everyone. The whole process is a mental drain on your mind and soul but rewarding and satisfying in the end. I’ve been here almost 9 years and yes it does get boring. It’s like ground dog day everyday. But it does have its moments. Just like any other job. You have your awesome people, jerks, a**holes. It’s what you make of the job. But now the question is are you willing to give up social and family life for the first 5 years? If you’re fully vested at your company with plenty of vacation in the bank. Then I wouldn’t advise coming here. I was working for JPM for 12 years and had 6 weeks vacation and I gave it all up. I wasn’t happy.Now I have 3 weeks vacation. Almost 4 weeks next year. After being here for a while. Those of us who came from real working class jobs realize this is cake compared to what’s out there. Hope this helps. Message me if you want to know more. I can give you more insight.

It’s happened plenty of times.

I would jump on it now since you’re still at the bottom of your roster before you start gaining seniority. Just don’t know how your schedule would be if you get into phase 1. Which is Wednesday nights and Saturday morning classes.

Just keep studying. You never know. If anyone in doesn’t doesn’t pass the medical or background check. Pretty sure they lll start calling others asap to fill the class.

Hey what’s up. You gotta get through the signals and Definition test first.l before you get invited to phase 1. Read through the forum. Lots of good info in here on what to expect. Good luck.

Good luck tomorrow. Please read through the thread. This has been discussed numerous times. A lot of helpful stuff in these 90+ pages. My advice would be just take your time and carefully read what they want answered. If you have math involved, then it’s for assistant conductor position. Engineers doesn’t include math. Phase 1 is not signals and definition. It’s the Operating Rules. Signals and def is the next step after cognitive test. For AC there is no phases. Only for Engineers.

It’s not for everyone. This program will make or break you. it’s a test on one’s self dedication and discipline and sacrificing more for the next 14 months. Good luck bro. Message with me any questions.

What’s up. NOIIICCCEEEE. congrats. I keep reiterating the information on this forum. It ain’t easy. It’s just going to get harder. Keep at it. How many people passed?

Hey. Read through the forum. This has been discussed several times. But it takes a while and a series of exams before you even get called for phase 1 class. Just keep looking out for the email from BSC inviting to the open house. Good luck.

I would think they would call you to verify as well. I don’t think it would be problem especially if I haven’t been there in years. When I did my verification I got my IRS transcript to check dates. It’ll give you a rough estimate.

Morning folks. Engineer trainee is posted again. Application closes 2/16/2023.

What’s up. There is no exam. Unless you already got invited for the open house and are talking about the cognitive exam. But if you just applied and it says pre screening. Just wait for an email or keep checking if the status changes.

All the tests in Phase 1 is to gauge how far along you are studying. The final test is what counts. Not a cumulative score. That’s how it was back then. It could’ve changed. DO NOT GET DISCOURAGED BECAUSE THE GUY/GAL NEXT TO YOU KNOWS IT MORE THAN YOU DO. study at your own pace and try to keep it up. I worked full time, wife and kids too. I had 6 weeks vacation at my previous job. I took my last 3 weeks off to study for Signals and Def. And 1 week I spilt into half days to go to class on Wednesday’s and I was off Saturday’s. So it worked out. There’s no way around it. YOU HAVE TO PUT IN THE TIME. the job is yours. It’s just a matter of how much you want it.

Yes. For the next 6 weeks and in phase 1 and 2. Everything needs to be answered in verbatim and you need to able to recite it verbatim.

To all in phase 1. Good luck and message me with questions.

Yea. That will happen. Let’s hope not. Those that will drop will think it’s not doable and have a hard time to catching up. But you never know. The company will be happy if half of you guys make it to end of phase 2.

How many people in phase 1? And did they say how many people will move on to phase 2?

The second one is after phase 1 and before you start phase 2. Same as the first I think a EKG will be done.

Punctuality is big here. Last thing you need is to show up late for class. Not a good look.

Good luck and keep studying. It does get better after phase 2 after the midterms. It’s gonna suck for the next 6 weeks. But keep at it.