Stephen

According to the lady who interviewed me, I was the first one sworn in for the 3/28 class. Unless someone who was on a medical hold got their seniority number restored. I still should be pretty high on that list. I'd like to get Coney Island, it's about a 45 minute bus ride from me. That's good to hear that the older guys are welcoming. Makes me look more forward to the rest of training. As far as listening to the senior guys that I do know, even with my 15+ years of construction experience, I don't know shit when it comes to this. I'm not expecting to get a great position from the start. I'd rather learn from the bottom anyway, it's the best way to know any trade from the inside out. A couple of years down the road once I have my CDL B, I'll definitely go for one of those specialist dual rate jobs. Particularly the welder/burner job. I love tools in general, and I'm really looking forward to working with that rail saw. Thanks man, I'll definitely see you down there one of these days.

Hey man what's up. From what it sounded like last week, we are getting the X jobs, but I'm not 100% certain yet. What I do know is we are getting our seniority numbers this week, for our yard picks to finish off training.

Marcel, and myself are in the same class. To give you an idea, the lowest list number in my class that I know of is 426, I'm 490. The highest number as I mentioned above is 521. There's only 27 people in the class. Now mind you the last number that made it into the October 26th class was 415. That person ( 426 ) obviously missed the February class, which he should have made, meaning he had a medical hold. Yes you can miss one-two classes if you procrastinate. Meaning you will loose class seniority. Once you are sworn in your DCAS list number has no value. Seniority goes by when you were sworn into the class. So if you wind up on a medical hold, get it fixed ASAP.

To everyone who is waiting to get called: Here is an update from DCAS, as of 4/3/2016: The last number certified off of the list is 1896. The last number appointed into the 3/28/2016 class is 521. Good luck everyone !

Thanks man, just finished up orientation today, wasn't that bad. Start class tomorrow, I wore my work boots and jeans both days, didn't bother me a bit. There were a ton of conductors at the orientation, they all had a basic dress code to abide by, light blue button down shirts, dark blue slacks, and black shoes. We had a packed house, close to 100 people between 3 different titles. Track, Structure Maintainers, and Conductors. I read the articles, I mean a LIRR Track Foreman making $333,000 in a calendar year is ridiculous. If it's all legit time, you're talking 90+ hour weeks, close to 5000 hours in a year, for that kind of money. 6 days a week, and 15+ hours a day. I love money, but not enough to do that to myself. I'd be happy with a 100K at top pay, with reasonable OT, where I still somewhat have a life in the process. But yea, those kind of earners is what draws the attention of the watchdogs, not necessarily the guys making 90-110K a year. To be honest in NYC with the cost of living in any borough, 100K is not allot of money. It's good money, but it's not Park Avenue money.

What's up Marcel, well I been browsing around, doing some digging on the forum. Seems to me they don't make a big deal of it, some guys dress normal, some wear 3 piece suits. I dressed casual the both times I was at 180 Livingston. Black jeans, sweater and boots. I was talking to a few fellow union tradesmen when I was there for medical, and both were in work clothes, and no one said anything to them, and they both got sworn in for their Structure Maintainer titles. If you look at the green sheet they gave us, there is no stated dress code for days 1 & 2. Day 3 at the training center, you have to be dressed like you're going to work. Jeans, and either solid shoes, or work boots. I'm dressing normal for orientation, I'm not going crazy. Remember we're going for an orientation for Trackman, not an orientation for Goldman Sachs lol. If you take a look at this thread http://www.nyctransitforums.com/forums/topic/47638-so-what-comes-next-in-the-hiring-process/page-2?hl=%2Borientation+%2Bdress and scroll down to bkdirects post who is a trackworker, and he pretty much says the same thing. Other titles such as Conductor or Train Operator, they might have different standards, as far as orientation dress code. Anyway man, hope you had a good Easter, I'll see you there tomorrow.

Make sure you fill out the pre-employment packet again, the paperwork, and the drug test are only good for 90 days. But it looks like they are gearing up for a class after 3/28. Hopefully for everyone else who is waiting, they'll keep the upcoming classes going at a decent pace. Anyway good luck man. I would say expect an email for final processing within the next 2-4 weeks after you've taken your second drug test. I waited roughly 3 weeks from the time I took my second test, until I received the email for final processing.

Figs, you have a little ways to go. I was the first one appointed to the 3/28 class list number 485-490. The highest number I could see getting appointed into the upcoming class is the 530-540 range. It took them exactly a year to get to 500 people. The list is moving slow because people aren't in a rush to retire. I think you should make it into the second or 3rd class tops after mine. Could come sooner, could come later, all depends how many people fail the drug test or turn it down. You have guys here in the mid to high 600's that haven't taken their second drug test yet. And as rsk said, worry if someone 50 or 100 spots higher has taken their drug test, and you haven't yet. This forum has a decent mix of folks with varying list number ranges to go by.

Hmm lets see, people who are laid off, or unemployed, or in my case since I work construction in an outside trade, I picked a rain day to do it. So yea, I had a whole day to run around and catch up on things including going to DCAS. But if emailing worked for you then great. + But I read the actual instructions on the form. The email and fax only applies if you have not received your exam results, whilst if you have received your exam results, it has to be done either in person or by regular mail.

@ Everyone If you do update your information at DCAS on Centre St, be aware you will be there for an hour or two. On form it tells you to go to the 21 st floor. When I was on 21, there was a woman who works the window. She basically gave me the run around and said this had to be done on the 14th floor. When I got to the 14th floor, there was a nice woman who told me they were supposed to handle it, but it's common for them to give people the run around. If you get sent to 14, just tell the woman the MTA told you the information has to be updated via DCAS. She had to go on the phone to speak to her supervisor. After about 20 minutes at the window, I got a receipt, and my form was processed, and my information was good to go as far as being updated. Just be aware you could get the run around when you go there. Personally I would avoid the fax machine, because when you do it in person, you will get a receipt that the information you provided will be handled correctly.

Thanks Bob, I've pretty much have read the same as you said in regards to the customer service being horrendous, in person, and on the phone. As far as a branch, the closest one for me is Flatbush and Nostrand, which is convenient because I take the 2 or the 5 everyday into work, and pretty much for everything else. But I'll probably give it a shot, and see how it goes. As long as I don't get hit with mysterious fees etc, I don't think I'll have an issue. Getting paid 2 days early is an incentive, and a selling point for me, besides the better interest rates.

I understand this part very clearly, I've been with Citibank for 16 years, and have had direct deposit with a few companies that I was employed with. But I'm also looking to get away from Citibank, because quite frankly they suck. But I do know that MCU is for only city, and governmental employees, or people related to such members etc. I was more or less looking for reviews, as to whether this place is worth my business or not. As I said, I've read mixed reviews, but most are fairly old. I was just looking for more of an updated view. But thanks as always for the input.

Also @ at any current Transit members, preferably long time employees: I've been hearing, and reading about this MCU Bank. From what I understand is you get paid 2 days early with direct deposit. But I've been also reading mixed reviews everywhere. Some say the bank is great, some say avoid it like the plague. Though they do have decent interest rates. By today's standards anyway lol. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated.

Congratulations Marcel, it's nice too see the majority of the members on the forum, in the track thread doing well, and getting though medical without issues. That's the biggest thing. I was done with medical by like 11:30am, but wasn't interviewed till around 2:30pm. I didn't get out till like 4:30pm, the fingerprint waiting took forever, and there was like 6 ppl left in the whole place. Also what they mean by work shoes, is wear your boots until you are issued ones by the TA which we'll get on the 3rd day. You don't have to go crazy, just dress casual for the 2 days of orientation. But I would say from the 3rd day on (PS 248), dress like you would if you were going to a job site. Anyway I'll see you the 28th, I'm wondering what the class size is. I asked my interviewer, and she wasn't certain, even though I was the first one sworn in for the March class.

Well I found this surfing about. It's a TWU100 memorandum in regards to the process of getting your own shoes and the requirements. It's from 2011, not sure if anything has changed, but again when I'm in school I'll ask the instructors. http://www.twulocal100.org/sites/twulocal100.org/files/alternative_safety_boots_ohs_form_12_20_10_current.pdf @dp142 It's just says metatarsal, no specific external or internal requirement, ( shrugs ) I'll ask around when class starts. But again my feet might like the transit issued boots, so I'll give those a go regardless. Thanks again for the info as always.

Here's a link below in regards to the ANSI steel toe ratings. Bottom line if steel toes weren't safe they wouldn't be on the market for sale. Also your feet should never be under something, such as a 1200 lb rail in the event something catastrophic could happen, it's called situational awareness. http://www.ehow.com/about_5385169_define-ansi-steel-toe.html Some transit facts and figures, also mentions the power of an energized 3rd rail. http://www.nycsubway.org/wiki/Subway_FAQ:_Facts_and_Figures

Nothing personal, but I love the steel toe myths, unless you know someone personally that this has happened to, and introduce me to this person, it's absolute bs, and it's been proven many many times. Steel Toe boots have been rated in arbor press testing with a rating of around 6000 psi before failure. I've worked in heavy union construction for 14 years, I've seen lots of horrific injuries, and a few people who've died. Never once have I ever heard of someone loosing their toes because of steel toe boots. In any event 1200lbs hitting you feet, doesn't matter what you're wearing, your feet will be f**ked regardless. Also the 3rd rail is 625 volts, not 1200. But again it really doesn't matter, because you'll be cooked well done in a matter of seconds anyhow. But I get your point and appreciate the info on how the TA is in regards to the issued gear. Since the boots are free I'll definitely try them, and who knows I might like em. When I'm at school I'll get the 411 on what they want in regards for the boot specs. Also the metatarsal guard, whether external, or internal is designed not only to prevent damage to the top of your feet, it's also designed to prevent any instance of cap shearing.

Thanks for the info dp142, I was curious about this myself. It's good to know I can get a note, and wear boots that my feet have been used to for years. I've worn Carolina 508's with the external met guard. They're made in USA and comfortable as hell. Timberland used to make good boots, but they're not the same quality as they were 10+ years ago. That's my opinion anyway. For anyone who's interested here's the link below for the Carolina Boots, they're a bit pricey, but worth every penny. These come in 6" and 8" if you need the extra ankle support. http://www.carolinashoe.com/Product?stockNo=508

Being that I was half brain dead the other day writing the layout for medical and final processing. I forgot to congratulate the follow 2 members who made it into the Feb 22nd class. Congrats to: Obiecocoa newyorkNYC11 Hopefully I'll run into both of you one of these days, or months in the tunnel. Also congrats to anyone else who made it into the Feb 22nd class, who follows this forum. @ Sotokiedugg Get that medical hold cleared up, and hopefully you don't get placed on a hold for anything else. March 28th is roughly 6 weeks away so you have a bit of time to get it squared away.

I took my first drug test on 9/28/15, my list number is in the 485-490 range. Took my second drug test 1/21/16, appointed 2/10/16 as the first one for the March 28th class. Just to ease your concerns, the highest list number I could see getting into the 3/28 class is in the 550-560 range. They did call a ton of people for the first round of the drug test. Why ? Is anyone's guess. Being that you'll have to go for a second one, I'm pretty sure you won't get a letter until the MTA HR is certain your list number range will make into a specific class. Since class sizes range from 30-50 people (est). But if you want to ease your concerns further call Mrs Robinson, either really early around 7:30am-8am or around 3:30pm-4pm. Her number is (347) 643-8198. She's the liaison for Trackworkers. I wouldn't worry tbh, I'm pretty certain you'll make it into the class after mine. Just wear something casual dude. No need for a suit and tie. The only person I saw wearing a suit, who worked for HR was the Caribbean man, who works in the MAC reception area. I was talking to an Ironworker down there on the day I got sworn in, and he was in his work clothes, thinking he'd make it for a half a day of work afterwards. No one said anything to him, and he was sworn in for the Structure Maintainer Ironworker title. Make sure when you get to the school on the 3rd day, you have work clothes.

Yes you can wear them for the exam, it was even mentioned on the e-mail I received. They might test you with, and without your glasses, though I'm not sure since this sentence of information I got from the Train Operator thread.

I mentioned the 491-540 list number range for the March 28th class, as a basis if no one fails the drug test, turns down the offer etc etc. It could possibly get as high as 560+ for the March 28th class. I'm not sure of what the class sizes are, I even asked my interviewer, and she wasn't sure either.

Everything well today, passed medical, passed everything else, and I was the first one sworn in for the March 28th class. List number 485-490 As far as medical, and final processing, here's a brief rundown of everything. 1. First you'll get there, get a number, and wait for the woman who handles the medical line to call you where you'll sign in, where you'll get a few forms to fill out. Then wait for your number to be called back where you'll hand in those forms, and get another packet to fill out. Fill those out because MAC doesn't open up until 8am. 2. Once you're at the MAC reception, you'll get called to the desk in general order, where you'll fill out a few more forms. After which you'll be assigned to a computer to fill out a giant 3 part questionnaire. It's very long. Once you're finished with that, you'll go back to the desk get a printout of the questionnaire, and wait for the doctor to call you. 3. Here's a basic run down of medical in the order I was processed, it varies as to which test you'll get first. - HEARING TEST - You'll sit in a booth with headphones and press a button whenever you hear the sounds, they do one ear at a time. - BLOOD PRESSURE - Pretty quick test, the cut off is 140/80, they also check your BPM or pulse. - EKG - Pretty basic test, they hook you up to 10 or so wires to check your heart patterns. - URINE TEST - Another simple quick test, they check you for blood, protein, and elevated sugar levels. - EYE TEST - Pretty basic test, you have to identify a bunch of shapes, check your depth perception, and for color blindness or issues. - SPIROMETER - Check your lung capacity, they also check your pulse and record it again after you're finished. 5. Once you've finished, you'll get told to wait out in the MAC reception area to wait for a doctor to call you in. You might as well finish up the packet you received earlier, because the wait times vary. I waited about 20 minutes to get called for the final exam. Once he or she calls you in they'll go over your medical history, and ask you another 200 questions. Once the tests are done you get the reflex tests, stretch, touch toes, then wait for him to finish up. 6. If you've made it this far, you'll get the white medical receipt to hand back to the person at the main reception desk. Then wait for your number to be called. Once called you'll hand in the packet you got earlier, plus the 21 page booklet, and all identification materials for them to make copies of. Once that's done you'll wait for the interviewer to call you, and again times vary, I waited a few hours, and luckily I had someone to talk to so the time went by rather quick. 7. Once called for the interview, the person will just go over your 21 page book, fill out a few more forms, and if you've made it this far you're in good shape as long as your stuff is in order, and correct. There you'll get your books, and your packet for orientation. You'll also be sworn in. 8. Once the interview is done, you'll get sent for your ID photo first, after you'll get fingerprinted. Once you get fingerprinted, you'll get a receipt to hand back over to your interviewer. That's about as descriptive as the process gets. As far as what they look for on medical, the blood pressure 140/80 is obvious. But the rest I'm not sure of, since I came back with a clean bill of health without any of my tests being questioned. Make sure you don't have a wax buildup in your ears, as far as eyes, I was able to read line 10 with no issues. But again, I'm not sure what's considered failing for the eye test either. Anyway good luck everyone, and anyone in 491-540 range, depending on the size of the class, you'll be in there with me March 28th. The e-mail you'll get will be from Mrs Robinson, so just make sure if you see an e-mail with Robinson as the sender, DO NOT DELETE IT. Have a good one folks.

Just got my e-mail now, gotta report Wednesday the 10th. List number 485-490 range. You're welcome Sotokiedugg, hope you feel better man just saw your posts now.

I just want to make another note as well. When I was there January 21st for my second drug test, I was talking to someone there who had court dispositions. He was there for a second drug test as well for another title, and was told he did not need to submit them for clearance from management like he had to the first time he was there. I also noticed the pre-employment packet was missing the page in regards to criminal history, and needing to supply dispositions. He mentioned something to me about a new law called the " Fair Chance Act " and it went into effect November 1st 2015. So I did some research and the link is below. http://www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/html/coverage/fair-chance.shtml Now don't get me wrong, just because it is dismissed from the pre-employment part of the process doesn't mean you can hide your past from them. Once you get there, take the drug test ( pass it ), get called back down and pass medical, you'll still have to mention your criminal history on your CPD(B) which is the 21 page booklet of your life. So make sure you still have your court dispositions, because I'm sure you will need it for the person who will be going over your paperwork.