+Young+

Just to be on the safe side, and until you find a clear answer on this, I would stop immediately. That's just me.

On 2/9/2024 at 3:23 PM, Eshuade said:

I’m going threw the same thing sort of I’m on probation until March 29 2024 I was at the office Feb 6 2024 I got to the last step and they said my paper work has to be reviewed 

Interesting...as they say, "treat others the way you want to be treated."

That's just me. By the way, welcome to the Forums!!

18 hours ago, jpsi94 said:

Thank you! ...As long as you were already hired you don’t need to do the 10 day training in my case I was a cross over from OA to TA almost 2 years on the job. It was a mess but definitely worth it so far 

Got it.

9 hours ago, jpsi94 said:

Just giving an update I was on on exam #2614 and was in the first 10 on the list. I went for day 2 on Dec 27th and made the class for Dec 31st. Jan 3rd union day and for any transfers to Staten Island the following day you report to Castleton. Finally made it to Staten Island. I know a couple people from #3601 also made it in my group 

First, Congrats!!

So you made the December 31st class and January 3rd, three days after you got hired, you had "union day," and the following day you reported to Castleton? Did you have to complete the 10-Day Bus Operator Training Session or no? From what myself and other went through, this sounds "awkward," however that's just me...

Again, Congrats!!

According to https://www.facebook.com/groups/mtabus/posts/6934369786632834/?comment_id=6934493363287143:

"Stuck brake on 484, they discharged at 47/50 to troubleshoot the issue and are now announcing that the rest of the runs are cancelled…presumably in an attempt to get everyone to leave."

1 hour ago, BM5 via Woodhaven said:

Unknown if the issue will be fixed to make some final trips, but if not then that's a wrap for the Holiday train lol. It is what it is. 

Probably and most likely not. Somebody mentioned on Facebook the word "smoke," which isn't good to begin with.

According to https://www.facebook.com/nytransitmuseum/posts/pfbid027KgNpqb2RAr2PywzFFKgvG7H4KMk4jXdiijNL1EvRV45vJJMruvzq9Q7PR7J8TpKl:

"Due to mechanical difficulties, the remaining Holiday Nostalgia Rides have been cancelled. Thank you to all who joined us for this season's rides. We look forward to seeing you again in 2024."

Anybody have any insight as far as what happened?

Thanks in advance...

Happy New Year!!

17 hours ago, SoSpectacular said:

You are also advised not to quit your current job until after you pass the initial training and qualification.

I agree 100% because, as I learned the hard way, without the applicant's knowledge, the agency will produce a "memorandum" as you can see below, in which the last line, with the exception of a typographical error states "Comments on overall performance either indicate consideration for rehire in a title other than Bus Operator, if successful in the selection process, are not recommended for rehire in any (other) title."

In addition, if I recall correctly, if you fail the 10-Day Bus Operator Training Session, not only is the candidate prohibited from retrying for five [5] calendar years, however, at the same time, you are only eligible to try again for the same agency. As an example, I failed the "TA" Bus Operator Training Session and I received multiple "1-in-3" letters for MaBSTOA and MTA Bus Company. I will agree that this is "unfortunate," however, at the same time, it is what it is.

On 11/7/2023 at 2:03 PM, Basemac7 said:

Hey guys,  does anyone know if they stopped hiring at the moment? I've been waiting since my 3rd drug test and nothing yet.

My apologies if I am a little "late" in replying to your post, however, if you check out the Civil Service List Certification webpage, by simply typing "Bus Operator" into the search box, located on the top right hand side of the screen, as of today, the folks at DCAS certified 546 names to the Human Resources Dept. at NYC Transit for the title of "Bus Operator." Therefore, providing your name is on this certification, which you can verify yourself by typing your last name into the search box, located on the top right hand side of the screen, hopefully you will hear back from the agency before the end of the calendar year.

Good luck!!

21 hours ago, Twin said:

Hello all!  New to the forum, any words on exam 3601? 

First of all, welcome to the Forums!

Second, as of this typing, if you check out the Active Civil Service Webpage List, if you type "3601" into the search box, and put the exam numbers in ascending order, you will see that this particular list has not been published nor established. When this happens, I will try to update the blue announcement box at the top of this webpage as fast as I can.

Again, welcome to the Forums!!

17 hours ago, Whatshisface said:

Anyways, they extended the deadline to add 3 more weeks, is that normal? I really hope they don't cancel this one again, I really need this job.

First of all, welcome to the Forums!

Second, from my perspective, I'm personally not surprised by this, since it seems that they need people, however, that's just me...

10 hours ago, TransitGuy123 said:

So I was hired as a provisional appointment even though I took and pass the civil service exam and I’ve worked for 1 year and 6 months with MTA NYCT, I finished my 1 year probation and they still haven’t made me permanent yet, they haven’t ask me to sign any papers to make it official, what do I do?my list number is 20 

First of all, welcome to the Forums!

Second, what is your current title? I don't understand what "MHB" stands for.

Thanks!

1 hour ago, BXM15 New Rochelle said:

Hello everyone; I have just recently signed up for the Nyct Conductor Exam #4600 & I will like someone explain to me what kind of Questions they will ask you on the exam

First of all, welcome to the Forums!

Second, as per the guidelines, we ask all of our members to "Post In The Relevant Forum." In this case, the forum can be found here.

Therefore, if you can please ask your question in the other thread/topic, it would be truly appreciated.

Thanks!!

39 minutes ago, Uptownsocialite said:

Hello, did anybody that’s applying for train operator email their completed application in or did you just take it in the day of your interview ? Thx 

First of all, welcome to the Forums!!

Second, as per the guidelines, we ask all members to "Post in the Relevant Forum." In this case, a topic/thread has already been created for the title of Train Operator, which contains over 12,500 posts, which can be found here.

Thank you and welcome to the Forums!!

On 10/1/2023 at 3:03 PM, John D said:

actually theirs 3617 candidates for 2613 https://a860-gpp.nyc.gov/concern/nyc_government_publications/1g05ff645?locale=en

44 minutes ago, DEE123 said:

Where did the 2,314 extra candidates magically appear from? 

42 minutes ago, DEE123 said:

Error I mean 3318. Where did the 3,318 extra candidates magically appear from?

The extra 3,000 + candidates came from the old 2613 Examination, which was administered either in 2012 or 2013. If you check out the Civil Service List Terminated webpage, if you type "2613" into the search box and put the list numbers in descending order, you will see that both of these lists contain 3,621 names.

Sorry for the false alarm folks...

12 minutes ago, IWantANewJobPls said:

Hey. I didn't have to take an exam for this position. I don't want to say which position or department I was hired into. 

If I had to take an educate guess: No.

21 hours ago, Frenchie said:

Hey @+Young+ sorry for the delay. Yeah I found it now.

As far as boroughs... I'm not all that comfortable with all of them...but definitely not manhattan / staten island / queens for sure. Any reason for that question?

And lastly, yes I do see the private messaging logo in the navigation bar.

K, I just sent you a Private Message (PM). When you get a chance, can you please send me a reply? You should be able to simply click on the "bubble" icon.

Thank you!!

1 hour ago, lornaevo said:

Wow. This post should be stared. This is 100% the best advice....

Unfortunately, I cannot do this from my end. Sorry...

22 hours ago, Frenchie said:

Yes @+Young+ thank you for that NYPD test prep kit. I seen it in this forum as I was looking through before I created an account here.

And yes, as for the memorization section of the test.. I would not mind receiving some help on that.. whatever you can offer I'd greatly appreciate that.

And, my apologies I will familiarize myself with the guidelines. My exam is #4111 for MaBSTOA. I'll be testing this week.

And thanks for this forum! It's definitely a life saver lol.

Hey, if you can head over to this thread, it would be appreciated. Just scroll to the last post and we'll take it from there.

Thanks!!

Hey @Frenchie, did you find me? This is the thread/topic that you are looking for. Offhand, besides Manhattan, which borough are you least familiar with?

And, as a new member, do you have access to Private Messaging (PM)? If not, or if you don't know what I'm talking about, let me know and we'll figure something out.

Thanks!!

1 hour ago, Frenchie said:

Hey, would you remember the websites you used to study?

40 minutes ago, Frenchie said:

How do they test you on the ear and eye exam?

Is the eye exam simply reading something pretty far away? 

Does it involve a color test... testing if you're color blind?

And if one wears glasses, are they allowed to do the eye exam with glasses on or without?

Hopefully, I'm allowed to ask these questions. I am new to the forum.. pardon me if I break any rules unknowingly. 

First of all, welcome to the Forums! And yes, you are allowed to ask questions, especially since you are new.

As far as the website to study, I would strongly recommend this NYPD Test Prep Kit. Just note that the questions will be geared towards a Bus Operator and not the NYPD. As an example, for the memory portion, you will be given a fictitious picture of a bus route, and for the written comprehension/written expression, it will probably be based on a fictitious "incident" along a bus route.

If you still need help preparing for the memorization section, since this is the part that I feel that everyone screws up on, let me know.

As far as the eye exam, if I recall correctly, you will have to look into a microscope. You will be able to try once without your glasses and then with your glasses.

Finally, mind I ask, do you know the number of the Bus Operator exam that you will be taking? The reason why I am asking is because, as per the guidelines, we ask the members to "Post in the relevant forum," respectively. If you still need help, since I know the Examinations Unit is offering one [1] exam for both the MaBSTOA and MTA Bus Operator positions, just let me know here.

Thanks and welcome to the Forums!!

My apologies for "bumping" this thread, however, the filing period is officially open for the next round of TA Bus Operator Exams! If anyone wishes to submit an application, click here and scroll down to where it says "Apply Now." If anyone needs to read the Notice of Examination, which is highly recommended before submitting an application, click here.

Good luck!! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

44 minutes ago, DEE123 said:

I will check out that link since I hear it’s so easy to fail. 

Tell me about it...

1 hour ago, DEE123 said:

How long ago did you give in the application and first drug test?

According to this post, the member went for his/her first drug test back on July 18th.

As a friendly reminder, for those folks in the August 27th and September 10th classes, have you considered looking at the invaluable handouts that I posted? Although some of these "handouts" are geared towards the older Orion buses and not the New Flyer buses which you folks will be using, these documents have helped other people pass the initial 10-Day Training Session.

Good luck!!

23 minutes ago, Reid85 said:

Hello,

If you resign during probation as an Analyst will you be able to return to the MTA?

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