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On 9/30/2023 at 4:01 PM, Lawrence St said:

@Cait Sith @+Young+ can one of you guys do something about this, cause quite frankly me and others have had it.

Look its okay. People go thru some things. I don't want anything negatively directed towards anyone. If a moderator could delete negative comments I or anyone else have made id appreciate that. Keep the forums positive, motivational and helpful. Thank you 

53 minutes ago, 2ride said:

I went through the process last year. It’s part of their procedures. There’s nothing to lie about that. You pass the test, great. But that isn’t the whole part to it. When they invite you for an interview, they’ll ask a bunch of work questions. You answer them well, great! it still doesn’t guarantee they’ll select you to move on with the process. I know somebody here who passed, but didn’t make it afterwards. You don’t know how many times I’ve been through it from to time to time, but in the end I hoped for the best for myself. I have nothing, but wisdom and best of hope and luck for everyone on here. I hope y’all get the job. I’m just saying, it’s not 100% set for every candidate. If you ask anybody else on here, they’ll tell you the same thing I’m telling you. 
 

fyi: please do not send me a hate mail on here if you don’t know what I’m talking about — I’ve gotten so many of them from people to the point where I had to shut them up so they never say a word to me again about the process. 

Yet again you are making this about yourself. People come her for advice about tests and questions of the interview or what to expect. They are in the now and you are focused on if they don't make it. Once again they come here for answers to their questions not what if they don't make it. If a person clicks your name they will see you constantly get into arguments or are negative. That is not welcomed here period. Now you're telling me you're going to shut me up when I'm already in and actually know the whole process trying to give people real and good advice ? Give it a rest dude

2 hours ago, 2ride said:

It’s the first interview that you need to pass now. The exam isn’t the problem. If they don’t pick you after the first interview, you can forget about making it to the training class. Good luck and I hope they move you forward 

why are you always so negative on every forum you enter? I made this forum for help and positivity and you seem to come in and try and instill fear in people. Just cause you failed does not mean the interview is the problem. 

On 9/26/2023 at 10:02 PM, MJGribbon said:

Thank you for all of the insight on this I really appreciate it. I made flashcards on EVERYTHING in the packet they gave me so I am confident that I will do well on that part. Can't help but to be nervous on the math. I have been brushing off basic math skills including decimals so I just hope I do well with that. But thank you for the information. This forum is a lifesaver considering the older forums on this topic are 15+ years old and now most likely outdated.

no problem I'm here to answer any questions you might have. Don't worry about the math. The most important part is try to nail as much as you can cause you only have 30 minutes for the math. If you study that packet you will pass. Don't worry trust yourself you'll be good you got this

35 minutes ago, 2ride said:

They keep hiring ppl for this position every 10 months or 12 months because ppl quit right?

wrong. Covid hire freeze and retirements.

1 hour ago, MJGribbon said:

Hello all! I got invited to the MNR Conductor exam this Thursday at 10am. Is there anybody else invited for that session here? I have read some of the information in this thread about the process but have a few questions. Is the test on a computer or written. Next for the math portion what should I brush off for as I have been brushing off multiplying dividing, adding, etc. But more specifically when the senior fares, child's fare, is all of that information given for the test to solve or is that something we need to know before? For the signals part is that written or multiple choice? Lastly is there a Hogan psych test at the end? But otherwise very excited for this potential opportunity as I have transportation experience.

First off Congrats! I took it in December and when I took it it was multiple choice scan tron on paper. The math is basic math adding substracting division multiplication. They provide all fares you just have to calculate the fare based on price of certain fares. That part was 20 questions 30 minutes. I remember saying to myself I'm gonna get 18 perfect answers because you're on a time crunch so I focused on at least 18 perfect answers. Everything on the test is multiple choice even the signals but study study study the test material they send you because if you study that the test is really easy. Make flashcards of everything and constantly study those flashcards. There are no tricks. Whatever you see on that packet they send will be on that test. The last class that took the test they took the hogan pysch out. Which thank god because honestly waste of time for everybody. Goodluck though you got this! STUDY UP!

21 hours ago, Mjay1992 said:

Good evening,  new to this site (never knew it existed until now.).  I passed the written test back in June and interviewed about 3 weeks ago.  I haven’t heard anything yet.  Has anyone else recently interviewed and still waiting for a response?  Im getting anxious!

hr is really slow up there, dont give up hope unless you bombed then idk lol

4 hours ago, TunnelVision22 said:

I just applied for Metro North Assistant Conductor the other day and I had a few questions as well if you’re able to answer…

 

1 : Is the test hard and is there anything out there that I can study ahead of time way before I even get called? Because I would love if I could have a study guide beforehand 

 

2 : When you get hired as an assistant conductor….do you get to choose between passenger, yard or flag conductor? Or do they just throw you anywhere they want?

 

3? Is Assistant conductor school hard? What should I expect?

Thanks

1.test is not hard. they send you the material you need for the test so really study that and you will pass. A bit of math. they give you tickets and you gotta calculate simple stuff. 

2. when you get hired you will only work work passenger trains. To be honest you really wont see yard or flag jobs for a long time. The top dogs hold those jobs. Those are the best jobs and everything is based off seniority.

3. I hate the classroom setting lol . If you haven't been in school for awhile it can be difficult. If you're a person that likes to study and can study and grasp material you'll be okay. But in my honest opinion I wouldn't say its easy at all. With that being said you must give it your all because if you finish up all the schooling you will be set for life. Nothing good comes easy my friend 

5 hours ago, Jalonzo203 said:

I wasn't officially given a yes or no yet, but I know someone high up and said I wasnt selected unfortunately

damn how high up? did they give a reason why?

1 hour ago, 2ride said:

I passed the test, but didn’t get the offer after the interview. The question is if I could reapply this year.

yeah go for it. I saw it up recently too man 

59 minutes ago, 2ride said:

Is this whole thing randomized and all luck when it comes to selection or it’s based on credentials and education?? It seems like a game you need to play with them, and HR can do whatever the hell they want…

you gotta wait a year after failing the test I believe. But when the application goes live thousands of people apply. You really gotta be on it. 4 classes per year with 14 students. Thats not alot of people per year so deff gotta be on it

1 hour ago, Jalonzo203 said:

I think on 1 or 2 questions I could have gone a bit more in depth, i stressed safety though a lot, and I stressed customer service as well.

i think you should be fine goodluck you got this. always here if you got questions

7 hours ago, Jalonzo203 said:

Just had my interview, only went about 30 min, she did tell me classes start august, id have a yes or no email this week. I think I answered questions well enough with safety and customer service in mind.

sounds good to me. How did you feel like the interview went?

7 hours ago, TunnelVision22 said:

What YouTube videos would you recommend to someone who’s planning on becoming an MTA conductor?

I honestly just pit conductor interview questions into YouTube and watched like 5 of them. Gave me some strong answers for some questions. I saw about 5 of them but each was like 20 minutes a little long but helped for sure 

On 7/7/2023 at 3:46 PM, Jalonzo203 said:

Not gonna lie im a bit anxious for it. Going to listen carefully to their questions.

being anxious is normal. But the fact it was a zoom interview really helped. You really don't even have to look at them. Just look at like the corner of your screen or something i was looking at my recycle bin app lol. Practice in the mirror rehearse. Being prepared to answer the questions really helped me too

8 minutes ago, Jalonzo203 said:

How does this work? I know 6 years is top rate but at 12 months you become a conductor, so shouldnt your pay change?

bro go look up youtube videos and nail this interview. you will have benefits for life with double pension at retirement all while making 6 figures your whole career. if you really grinded you could make 6 figures first year dont worry about the pay rate NAIL THAT INTERVIEW

1 hour ago, Jalonzo203 said:

Have my interview this Monday 8am through zoom!

Letssssss go dude. You're really in there after you get thru that interview assuming you pass the physical test which is cake. I gave you most of what will be on that interview. Zoom interview is huge. takes some of the nerves off. Goodluck though man you got it. Know alittle about metro north and try to remember some instances of what you did at your old job or hell make them up if you have to 

42 minutes ago, 127Ridgefield said:

I recently applied to the recent posting. How long would it take for them to contact me and get the ball rolling ?? Also anyone from NJ in training???

honestly anywhere between 1-6 months. its a waiting game. But once you get your call to take the test the ball rolls

18 hours ago, Jalonzo203 said:

Very cool man. You've been so much help, been searching for and wide for answers and nothing. Thanks a lot, just waiting for an interview now.

no problem . when i went thru the process i was looking for answers too. never really found any but i always try to help when i can. You passed the test which is a really good sign. You got this 

2 hours ago, Jalonzo203 said:

How is the structure? A lot of homework?

homework everyday. tests every other week sometimes 2 in one week for 4months 

13 hours ago, Jalonzo203 said:

It'll all be worth it! What hours and days are you going to school?

mon-fri 7-3pm

21 minutes ago, 2ride said:

They need to stop discriminating applicants and pick people who have good qualifications. I’m kind of sick of this game with HR

what do you mean? its kind of a lottery man. very random it felt like 

26 minutes ago, Jalonzo203 said:

you've been helpful! How has class been going for you?

its kindof hard not gonna lie to you. A lot of testing constantly. I feel like I have no time but to study. i cant wait to be done then i can breathe 

42 minutes ago, Jalonzo203 said:

What questions did they ask you?

try to memorize the duties of assistant conductor. They're gonna ask you to name them. Talk about  a time in your past job where you went above and beyond. what would you do if a co worker wasn't in uniform?( say you'll pull them to the side and speak with them ask them what's going on because you are a TEAM could also say if they're not cooperating then you would have to speak to upper management). talk about a time when you dealt with a bad customer? deescalate as much as you can never fight never yell.  What is good customer service to you? its basically questions about customer service. how you would handle certain situations. how you achieved goals in your last job or how did you help improve your last job. Theyre gonna ask what you know about metro north . you can say you've rode the train you can say theyre responsible for moving millions of people around the new york city area. try to remember the 3 lines and some stops on there (hudson, harlem ,new haven lines)  do alittle research on them. my interview started at 8;30 am via zoom . 3 person panel. 2 others dont really speak they black there screens and listen but the hr woman will be asking questions. i finished around 9;10

44 minutes ago, Jalonzo203 said:

How long did you wait for an interview? I got my passing result yesterday. 

niceeeeeeeeeee. you're in it brother. the ball starts rolling fast. you may have in interview within a month. I got my passing grade late December and my interview was in the beginning of January