IronHorse

New class got 24 newbies, roster just crew by 24 under me.  Not sure what class had 10, maybe engineers he meant.

13 minutes ago, CGeorge said:

wow! less than 10 guys in the 1/10 class. good luck guys.

Damn, last 3 classes of 17 had 24 each to start.  That's a intimate class 

Good things come to those who wait!  It's all part of the game my friends.  

16 minutes ago, GUNLOB90089 said:

Doing my medical on 12/12 and starting the AC class on January 10th 2018!! Lets get it! Now to study the Horns/Whistles packet.

Good luck my friend and congrats!

3 hours ago, Cruzerroo said:

Anyone??

Have people test you verbally with the flash cards.  I'm talking like run thru the 126 signals, then later in day do all 72 definitions.  Whatever you screw up goes in a new pile to really study.  You have to review what you know but last week should be to focus on solidifying what you may be struggling with.  I also used the built in quiz on the cd-rom they give you at overview.  Just beat yourself over the head until you can't take it anymore.  

All the people going to Hillside tomorrow to receive your Signals & Def's, good luck, do not waste anytime, start making flash cards right away.  5 weeks fly by quick!

12 hours ago, bp98 said:

I have seen a bunch of red flags around, so i assume you guys are out now mentoring.  Probably a shock to the system, realizing how things work outside of the classroom and in the real world.  Listen to your mentors!! Act like a sponge, absorb everything!! (try, at least lol)  just wait till your first day and are thrown out to the wolves on your own.  Scary, but its the only way you will learn.  Focus on getting off probation, studying is the easy part.  Winter is going to suck for you guys.  Try and stay positive.  

You got it BP, thanks for the encouragement!

25 minutes ago, Cruzerroo said:

Hey all, I went to the S&D Overview on Oct 2nd and now I have the test on the 6th of November.  What were everyone's study habits? I'm personally studying 5 definitions, and 10 signals a day.  Then I'll review my flashcards at the end of my night.  I'm curious to know the study habits of those who passed the exam.  Thanks!

That's a good average!  If you're not having any trouble, keep plowing thru, but always review what you've learned daily.  Do not let it slip.  I studied def's 1st and then moved to signals but kept reviewing daily everything.  Have people quiz you verbally.  Write some harder def's/indications down though as practice because test will be written.  5 weeks go quickkkkkk.

17 minutes ago, gg22 said:

Hello.. new to this..

went to the open house on 9/15, emailed HR for a follow up on 9/27 & received the email on 9/29 to attend the signal & Definition overview for 10/17 ... I know I have a long road ahead of me lol.

read all the posts under this thread.. was very helpful and gave me a lot of insight. 

Good for you!  5 weeks to the day from Overview to remember 126 signals and 72 definitions.  Lose your personal life, forget the holidays, and stop partying.....and you'll do fine!!  Haha

Where did all the AC's go??  Sooooo quiet.  

Babylon

Hey listen, if ya drive which is a little more convenient for, give yourself a lil extra time to find parking cuz you're not allowed to park on the property. They have a low pro spot behind the place on the next road or by train station.

Did anyone drive there or commuted via lirr?

Hillside or Babylon? If Hillside, train it. Babylon, either. Park somewhere other than Hibernian Hall.

Yes I decided to go. I read all 60 pages of this thread but still want to know is there anything I should know to prepare for the interview and test ??

Do they do credit check and can that prevent you from getting job?

I think they do a simple credit check but i didn't see that on my official background check. Don't think that plays a big part. I could be wrong but haven't heard of that preventing a hire yet. Watch out for the Cognitive Abilities test at overview. Google how to pass IQ test. It's designed a certain way.

Has anyone been invited to an open house and asked for a different date?

Yeah.....what Fed said! I wouldn't try. There's 18,000 people on deck waiting for your spot at the overview!!

I'm going to class next week the 16th!! So pumped!

Congrats!!

When are you starting your training?

Thanks, not sure but Lindas getting back soon I think. There was some movement I had heard. My buddy in LIRR said his boy was slated for Sept class but got bumped to Aug 16th. I think some medicals came back no good maybe.

Cleared Medical today! Maybe class soon for me, we'll see!

Background check took a month just did my medical today I'm going into August 16 class

Congrats Fed! You're on your way.

have two questions...

1. when do they send you to go get your medical?

i got my conditional offer letter along with the criminal background question thing that i've sent to linda.

2. any updates from people that took the s&d test on june 7th or june 12th?

My background is complete but i didnt get mine when you got yours and Linda has been on vacation last week. Shes back tomorrow from vaca. Probably shits hung up on her absence. Should pick up i imagine. I want that conditional letter as well.

Background completed. Only 1 consider on file but shouldn't be a problem everything else is complete/clear.

Same here man. I guess theres nothing else left to do but just wait. I'm looking forward to a January class since iit seems September is filled

My sterling says, in process pending 13 of 14 searches completed. Didn't get anything additional from Linda yet. What's your status gun?

Got my sterling today, 12 steps completed. Back to waiting.

newyorkgrom,

 

did you already have an account with Sterling or did you have to make a new account? keeps telling me my email is already registered but i have not received an email after requesting a forgotten password.

When did you get yours Gun, yesterday?

Damn, they're going out already. I'll keep my eyes open. I haven't got one but I'm waiting for it. Good speed for you guys on getting it quick.

for those that passed the S&D, congrats, but it only gets harder from here until you qualify. Also, word on the street is that they are looking to hire 10 classes of 24 a/c's next year. Something to think about for the ones that havent gotten the call yet.

Thanks for the check in BP! Mass retirees i guess. Thats quite a few, so good news.