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3082, 3186, 3310, 3311, 4140 are in for long maintenance.

4202 is scrap.

8 hours ago, poopybutt123 said:

3964 hasn’t ran since April 1st 
4025 hasn’t ran since April 1st 
4084 hasn’t ran since March 23rd
4146 hasn’t ran since April 3rd 
4147 hasn’t ran since March 29th
4173 hasn’t ran since March 30th 
4186 hasn’t ran since April 4th 
4586 hasn’t ran since March 27th 
4631 hasn’t ran since March 27th
4632 hasn’t ran since March 23rd
4647 hasn’t ran since March 23rd
 

As I am typing this 4025, 4084, 4631-4632 JFK are at Eastchester Scrap and I’m note sure about all the other units has they haven’t ran in a month while some didn’t run for a whole week straight. 

 

Edit and update: 4647 JFK retired 

3964 and 4147 will go to Zerega. 4186 still alive, unknown status. Everything else as we put together is scrap. 

6 hours ago, TyBusLover1 said:

Is there any proof that it is retired?

Confirmed scrap - depot doesn't want it anymore

2 hours ago, Missabassie said:

2747 to Ulmer Park? Saw it on Bustime Friday on the X38/28, again today on X27

Yes, it’s a loaner. 

I merged both of your threads. As we all answered in your second thread, you need the passenger endorsement and road test in the bus. 

20 hours ago, BlackRepublic1804 said:

Can anyone confirm if this is true? Why is the MTA requesting a person with a Class A license to downgrade to a Class B license

I did some research. You would have to add the Passenger endorsement to your license, but will still be required to take the road test with the bus during training

3 hours ago, R179 8258 said:

Saw the SIM32 operated by a Castlston buses I think it was 2632 can’t remember the exact number but it was a 2600 series with Castleston decals 

Castleton has scheduled trips on the 32. 

5 hours ago, BlackRepublic1804 said:

I possess a CDL A and I am interested in the bus training process. Can we complete the entire process, including the pre-trip inspection? Also, for those who already have a license, will they engage in other aspects of the training while others are obtaining their licenses?

If I’m not mistaken, you will need to get a B permit with the passenger endorsement for your license before being hired.

You will go through training the same way as anyone else without a license from start to finish. Once you pass your road test to get the Class B+Pax endorsement added, you will start line training. After line training, you graduate with the rest of your classmates and soon thereafter, you’ll be on your own. 

56 minutes ago, Jeff868 said:

I really appreciate your help every time I have a question or concern! Salute 🫡. That’s some solid advice! 

To add on to this, if you are in doubt, STOP, call console and ask for help. You don’t want to take it upon yourself and go off route and then something happens. I had one operator miss a turn and was finding his way around. On the street before getting back on route, he hits a parked car. He didn’t call console prior to going off route. I had responded to the accident and I was only 5 mins away. (Meaning the whole accident could have been avoided)

If you know your way around, call and just say you’re off route for whatever reason and you’re detouring. They will tell you detour safely and this way, you’re covered for being off route. 

On days where you get runs (assuming you’re XL) with long swings, go ride the routes.

In general, tough it out for the first year. You will be up and down with the scheduling if you’re on the list. The first pick is in a month or so, so if you’re able to pick a run, do so to at least get yourself a schedule. You’ll be able to change depots at the end of the year.

It’s a great job, don’t take everything personal. If you’re not here for the money or pension, then you’re definitely staying  for the benefits. It’s an easy job most days. Use common sense when driving. If you’re interested in moving up, study for and take the next OA Dispatcher exam. You need 3 years as an operator and being that you’re OA, you’ll be able to work in Manhattan and The Bronx as a dispatcher.

And again, if you have questions, ask for help.

Good luck!

Next class is scheduled for 3/17.

Do keep in mind that they are calling from this list and the previous OA SLD list as well.

If you want the employee badge, send me a PM

On 2/14/2024 at 8:42 PM, IAlam said:

So I saw some Grand Ave and Gleason buses doing driver training in the Flushing and Mitchel Gardens area I wonder why they go that far just for training.

Also, are QM21 bus drivers using Queens Blvd now? I saw 2 today which I was surprised about.

The training buses can be taken anywhere in the city. There was a Gleason bus in Staten Island today. During my 10 day training, I drove in all except Staten Island. 

On 2/10/2024 at 10:44 AM, poopybutt123 said:

9006 has been in the system for 4 months now what are you talking about 

That’s funny!!!!!

Anyways…. Going forward, if we’re not going to do the proper research with these deliveries and scrap buses, then I’m just going to lock these threads. I’m not saying that to flex on anyone here but I’m not going to allow this to turn into a source of misinformation. 

The Discord bot is good but the system it is relying on has flaws. Those flaws trickle down. So, trust but verify. 

9006 has not been delivered to Baisley Park, let alone been registered in the system. 

5 hours ago, Chris89292 said:

So weird how the R211T sets have the extra features on and the other A sets don’t…..at this point I think the train operators just don’t want to turn them on or they forgot that protocol, not trynna offend any real TO’s here, it would be appreciative if someone could explain the reasoning thank you 

If I’m not mistaken, bugs were found in the software on the pilot set so they were disabled until it was sorted out. The 211A I rode today didn’t have them. 

2416 is at UP, never went to LaGuardia. GPS bugged out. 

2 hours ago, Trackguy718 said:

 

Thanks and what kind of shift to new people is usually get or it depends on the depot. Ik they don’t want anybody working anywhere else really but with a one year probation I can imagine some people being hesitant just giving up their current job till after the probation.

Depends where you land up and what work assignment you get. You can come out of line training picking an actual assignment or most times, be on the extra list. When I started on the list, I was PMs. 2-3PM reports, being done anywhere between 11P-2A.

You pick 4 times a year. 3 where you pick work at your current depot and the big system pick, that allows you to change depots and work.

8 hours ago, Trackguy718 said:

Ik this post is a little old but anybody knows what time do the 10 days training end is it usually morning to afternoon and also the time they would have people do line training if somebody pass the 10 day training  

The 10 day training is usually AMs, it is 8 hours every day.  Earliest report time is around 6-7am and you’re done at 2-3pm.  
 

For line training, you will have an AM report and your schedule will be whatever your trainer’s work is.

43 minutes ago, Lawrence St said:

If you have transee premium and look at the history it popped up on the x27 on the southern half of shore road.

The deadhead for the B64s are to use Shore Road into the Belt. BusTrek is interpreting the time and the placement of the bus as a X27 trip, when it really isn’t. 

On 10/20/2023 at 8:09 PM, Iron Valiant said:

Apparently 7520 from Flatbush Depot caught fire. I’m not sure how bad the damage was or if this bus will be retired or not.

The farebox started smoking and was removed from service. There was no fire. 

On 10/13/2023 at 4:34 PM, Cait Sith said:

Source or image? It does fit with what Eastchester receives with 9354-9387.

9355 definitely is at Eastchester

I’m going to make this the official thread for 3208. First class went in today. #11 was the highest from this list. 

6 hours ago, KDGallagher said:

Is Queens similar to being a B/o , where once you're out there you can't pick back into brooklyn? 

Yes, it’s the same way. You pick into a depot and you’re locked in to that depot. 

8 hours ago, DEE123 said:

Do we really need the black or navy blue tie? I drove by bay plaza today I didn’t see any of the training B/O’s wearing it. 

You only need a tie if you wear a long sleeve shirt or between October 15 and May 1st. 

1 hour ago, MysteriousBtrain said:

This is why (although clearly dangerous) if the bus I'm trying to get on is coming to my stop and not close enough to the curb I go I to the street and wave it down and if it tries to speed up and not attempt to get into the curb I get as close to the passing bus as possible (without getting hit) so it would be forced to stop.

Don’t do this because if the operator now decides to swerve to avoid you and causes an accident or slams on the brakes and someone on the bus gets injured, it’s a whole another issue.