Postal 1 Posted February 19, 2014 Share #2626 Posted February 19, 2014 Does the MTA issue us conductors boots or should i go buy my own? I need to know before the training on the 24th lol- Sent From My iPhone 5 Using TapatalkDO NOT BUY ANYTHING! You were told to wear a light blue shirt and dark blue pants and black shoes. You will be fitted for your uniform at 130 Livingston and you boots will issued in school car. Relax.... MTA will issue you what is needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMDNYC Posted February 19, 2014 Share #2627 Posted February 19, 2014 reason I ask is cause i just came back to NY from Miami I have no shoes or boots, only sneakers i didnt wanna buy shoes that im gonna wear for 2 weeks and not look at again (Im broke right now brehs lol) If i bought boots i'd make em last in work and my personal life for years to come sounds like my best bet would be just to get some cheap shoes till my boots are issued thank you both for the help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straphanger Posted February 19, 2014 Share #2628 Posted February 19, 2014 Just spoke to human resources and last number appointed is 2003 and I believe she sent out notices for pre interview up to 2450 or close. I go in on Feb 25 for interview hope we can move fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 19, 2014 Share #2629 Posted February 19, 2014 my # is 234_...took DT last week....now just waiting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYTech2000 Posted February 19, 2014 Share #2630 Posted February 19, 2014 Last number appointed means what exactly? Is that the number that was called down passed the medical and sworn in? I wonder then how fast they'll get to around 2150 at that rate? That already is much faster than what I figured based on the class sizes and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowblock Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2631 Posted February 20, 2014 If i bought boots i'd make em last in work and my personal life for years to come sounds like my best bet would be just to get some cheap shoes till my boots are issued Personal life yes, but you have to wear TA-approved boots on the job. They will NOT approve non-issued footware unless you have a note from your doctor stating that the issued shoes don't fit comfortably, and even then you need to get your alternate footware approved by the safety dept and renew this every year. This is an issue they've been big sticklers about, and the first thing system safety looks at are your feet when doing an evaluation. You'll get the boots by your second week, so my advice is find a cheap set of black shoes/boots that you can handle wearing for a week. You won't be brought into the yards until your whole class is wearing TA-approved footwear, so they won't drag their feet (pun intended) on getting everyone what they need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Postal 1 Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2632 Posted February 20, 2014 Personal life yes, but you have to wear TA-approved boots on the job. They will NOT approve non-issued footware unless you have a note from your doctor stating that the issued shoes don't fit comfortably, and even then you need to get your alternate footware approved by the safety dept and renew this every year. This is an issue they've been big sticklers about, and the first thing system safety looks at are your feet when doing an evaluation. You'll get the boots by your second week, so my advice is find a cheap set of black shoes/boots that you can handle wearing for a week. You won't be brought into the yards until your whole class is wearing TA-approved footwear, so they won't drag their feet (pun intended) on getting everyone what they need. My class which was in November of last year got our boots 1 month after school car began. Our uniforms came before the boots. Transit changed vendors so we got our boots by being in the right place at the right time. It was out of a truck at Corona Yard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMDNYC Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2633 Posted February 20, 2014 Thanks for the heads up fellas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Far Rock Depot Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2634 Posted February 20, 2014 I just called up and I found out I have to be in next week! since I moved upstate I was told its ok to come in for the pre-interveiw in two weeks! finally the wait for the list to get up to my number is over! I was 241_. Sent from my BlackBerry PlayBook using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straphanger Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2635 Posted February 20, 2014 Appointed is basicly hired or sworn in. If you 2150 you need to call right now and speak to hr cause you should have already gotten the interview and on to the 2nd phase or close to it. If you are looking at this post and you are anywhere from list # 1900 - 2500 I think you should call cause they probably tried to let you know to come in 347-643-8218. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straphanger Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2636 Posted February 20, 2014 I wonder about how much every two weeks a first year conductor will make? Does anybody have an idea of what my take home is? I know they start at 19.47 hr for conductor. There are also other pay involved like night/weekend and holiday differential. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2637 Posted February 20, 2014 Called Ms.Shivers today....last hired and appointed is 2015 ... When a lil over a week ago, I called and last hired was 1919.... So they are moving pretty quick....hopefully they keep up this pace Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYTech2000 Posted February 20, 2014 Share #2638 Posted February 20, 2014 Appointed is basicly hired or sworn in. If you 2150 you need to call right now and speak to hr cause you should have already gotten the interview and on to the 2nd phase or close to it. If you are looking at this post and you are anywhere from list # 1900 - 2500 I think you should call cause they probably tried to let you know to come in 347-643-8218. I already came in for my drug test and am waiting on the call back for the next step. I am over 2150 but not by much actually. Called Ms.Shivers today....last hired and appointed is 2015 ... When a lil over a week ago, I called and last hired was 1919.... So they are moving pretty quick....hopefully they keep up this pace Wow that means they should get to the 2150-2175 range fairly quickly then I think (much faster than I expected). I have yet to fill this paperwork out I thought I would have more time then. Does anyone know what number shows on the caller ID when they call? Just in case I miss the call so I know they called. Also do they leave a message when they do call? I wonder about how much every two weeks a first year conductor will make? Does anybody have an idea of what my take home is? I know they start at 19.47 hr for conductor. There are also other pay involved like night/weekend and holiday differential. The numbers I am going on for now just to have an idea is for a 35 hour workweek (40 hours for fulltime minus an hour for lunch for a 5 day work week) would net $1362.90 every 2 weeks. Now based on previous jobs after taxes and all deductions typically they take out a little less than 1/3 of a paycheck so just to be on the safe side figuring in 1/3 of that taken out every 2 weeks the take home pay could be around $908.60 not counting overtime or night differential. I don't know how close I am to the actual numbers or not that would have to come from someone actually there now but I figure if anything it would give a general idea of what it looks like. That should answer your question for now at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMDNYC Posted February 21, 2014 Share #2639 Posted February 21, 2014 Dont speculate on the check just wait till you get one, not everyone is claiming the same thing on their 401k, plus you got night differential and weekends, then you got union dues etc.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayGuy Posted February 21, 2014 Share #2640 Posted February 21, 2014 -Base starting for conductors is 19.47/hr -Starting night/weekend differential is 0.91/hr (applies to all hours between 1800 and 0559, as well as weekends) -Holiday pay is an additional 8 hours at your hourly rate -Anything over 8 hours in a day is overtime, and is paid at time and a half. Time is your overtime, and the half is the bonus. Assuming you start schoolcar and work 0700-1500 Monday thru Friday (aka no night diff - this is a possible training slot) You would GROSS: 19.47 x 40 hours per week x 2 weeks in a pay cycle = 1557.60 before taxes and deductions So as long as you're not AWOL, or out sick with no sick time, etc. (aka anything that results in not getting paid), you will ALWAYS gross at least this much for the entirety of your career as a conductor. I highly recommend budgeting using this, as you can't always assume that overtime etc. will always be there. On average, when you're out on your own you will get some overtime (many jobs are more than 8 hours, and you may also be on the Extra Board for a couple of hours before picking up a job - you're paid for that whole time, plus travel time if the job ends somewhere other than where you've started...remember time and a half for everything over 8 hrs). You will also get differential for nights and weekends, which even though it's small adds up at the end of the year. PM's and Midnights get the most differential, AM's the least. You can also offer to work your RDO's (if there is a need for extra employees on your RDO's) either for pay or to save the time as OTO (time that you can later take off from work), however this is not recommended for new employees while on probation. But it is an option for those who want to make more money, although like all overtime it is not guaranteed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 21, 2014 Share #2641 Posted February 21, 2014 Ms. Shivers said they are trying to fill up the next class for March....anyone on here going to the March class, and if so, what's your list #?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScreechyFlange Posted February 22, 2014 Share #2642 Posted February 22, 2014 It's possible it might not expire in February next year. The people in charge of the list have expressed serious interest in prolonging the list for another year. I have a bittersweet feeling towards this. One on hand it frustrates me because of the longevity but on the other hand it gives me an opportunity to get some schooling under my belt to build a resume. Atleast the list seems to be moving at a good pace & A lot of people on here seem to be getting called. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ak2346 Posted February 25, 2014 Share #2643 Posted February 25, 2014 Today was the first day of conductor appointment. A lot of pepole spoke about transit and some forms to fill out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 25, 2014 Share #2644 Posted February 25, 2014 Today I had to go to the Social Security Administration to get an Employment History printout. Since They are asking for every job, and I couldnt remember addresses for so long ago, I had to get one. It cost $102.00, paid in a money order and the print out was given while I waited at the window. Anyone who cant remember past employment, addresses, zips, ETC,ETC..I recommend to go here. Its expensive, but at least you will have the detailed information they are requesting...That is anyone who has their 21 page packet waiting to be called for a medical....Just a FYI for everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2645 Posted February 26, 2014 Hi, I have a question , as I am filling out the 21 page application, what happens, rather, what should I do in the event I cannot remember the month I started at a job from 10+ years ago?...As I stated in an earlier post, I did get an employment history printout, but there are some jobs I had more than 10 years ago, I cant remember the start day/last date......I dont want to give the wrong information.....What would be the best thing to do?...should I just give a possible month, or leave blank until im sitting down with someone?....any help would be appreciated. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LMDNYC Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2646 Posted February 26, 2014 Today I had to go to the Social Security Administration to get an Employment History printout. Since They are asking for every job, and I couldnt remember addresses for so long ago, I had to get one. It cost $102.00, paid in a money order and the print out was given while I waited at the window. Anyone who cant remember past employment, addresses, zips, ETC,ETC..I recommend to go here. Its expensive, but at least you will have the detailed information they are requesting...That is anyone who has their 21 page packet waiting to be called for a medical....Just a FYI for everyone. holy crap $102?? i requested it via mail and it was like $30 IF that for the past 10 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2647 Posted February 26, 2014 oh yes 102 bucks.. http://www.socialsecurity.gov/online/ssa-7050.pdf#page=2&zoom=auto,0,751 check it out.....maybe you got one that doesnt have the addresses..there are 2 different kinds....if yours comes with employer addresses and year you worked you should post where you can get it for 30 bucks...i wish i could have paid 30 bucks...back to my first statement, which one did you get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2648 Posted February 26, 2014 Today was the first day of conductor appointment. A lot of pepole spoke about transit and some forms to fill out. whats your list #, can you at least give a range? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ak2346 Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2649 Posted February 26, 2014 It's in the high1800's Feb 25 was our second day. More orientTion and then went to the union building on court st. We were given the chance to chose our division and then got fitted for uniforms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vee Posted February 26, 2014 Share #2650 Posted February 26, 2014 Nice...how long did it take for them to call you for medical after first DT?..I'm still waiting to get called for medical and final processing..I'm thinking and hoping I get a class before the end of the summer....how are the hours for school car chosen? By choice or assignment?.....thanks for any answers, and best of luck to you AK,!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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