Postal 1 Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1426 Posted July 1, 2012 That's what I am doing! Earlier in this thread I read this and for me a number of people here it has and will work. Start an excersize program,get your a1c and blood pressure under control. Go to your doctor now! ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTOMan Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1427 Posted July 1, 2012 If you fail, you ain't gonna hear a peep from them - you wasted enough of their time, they aren't gonna waste any more. I got called back about a week later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngblaze Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1428 Posted July 1, 2012 I'm in the 990's - so I'm sure you're a few ahead of me. Here's my question concerning the new labor contract - will they still go ahead with part-time for conductors? It all depends on what the Union allows....if they allow it (to be included in the contract)...good chances are they were blinded by the $$$$ given to them under the table. I just pray that they see the bigger picture and help us all out by not allowing part-timers in both RTO and DOB opposed to making deals to better themselves as individuals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayRat1978 Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1429 Posted July 1, 2012 The benificial use of the time until one is called is the answer to the health issues. If one uses the time to get ones health in order I think the worries of the physicals would be a needless worry. My only worry is the eye exam - is it going to be similar to the test given at an optometrist, or will be a DMV-style exam? I need to make an appointment with my eye doctor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Postal 1 Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1430 Posted July 1, 2012 That's what I am doing! Earlier in this thread I read this and for me a number of people here it has and will work. Start an excersize program,get your a1c and blood pressure under control. Go to your doctor now! ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10038 Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1431 Posted July 1, 2012 My only worry is the eye exam - is it going to be similar to the test given at an optometrist, or will be a DMV-style exam? I need to make an appointment with my eye doctor! Bro, Its worse than the DMV exam..lol. You're going to be looking at different shapes, symbols, and to see if your colorblind. It was a challenge for me and I wear glasses..lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10038 Posted July 1, 2012 Share #1432 Posted July 1, 2012 That's what I am doing! Earlier in this thread I read this and for me a number of people here it has and will work. Start an excersize program,get your a1c and blood pressure under control. Go to your doctor now! ;-) Yes definitely! I was almost put on medical hold due to my pressure. But that was because I was a nervous wreck. LOLMake sure you get plenty of sleep the night prior to medical/final process. In addition, make sure your blood sugar is up to par and not high because they check that too during the exam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YDove C. Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1433 Posted July 2, 2012 I've learned thru this thread from the veterans..when it comes to the medical exam questionnaire DO NOT ANSWER HONESTLY!! U will end up put'n yurself on medical hold!! So answer every question with a NO! I've seen it happen to several ppl while I went back in May. It was crazy how some had left to quickly rush to their doctors office for proof only to come back & still given a flat NO & medical hold still in tack! So don't incriminate yurself!! Simple! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrivera Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1434 Posted July 2, 2012 Lie? Do they ask if you've had any procedures or operations recently? Do you have to sign anything so they can check your records (physical/mental/anything health related?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Postal 1 Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1435 Posted July 2, 2012 And what are the consequences if one lies and is caught Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10038 Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1436 Posted July 2, 2012 I've learned thru this thread from the veterans..when it comes to the medical exam questionnaire DO NOT ANSWER HONESTLY!! U will end up put'n yurself on medical hold!! So answer every question with a NO! I've seen it happen to several ppl while I went back in May. It was crazy how some had left to quickly rush to their doctors office for proof only to come back & still given a flat NO & medical hold still in tack! So don't incriminate yurself!! Simple! Good luck! I couldnt agree more. I mean you cant lie if you wear glasses..lol. Everything else, they dont need to know. Unless, they physically see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10038 Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1437 Posted July 2, 2012 Lie? Do they ask if you've had any procedures or operations recently? Do you have to sign anything so they can check your records (physical/mental/anything health related?) There's a questionaire that you have to do prior to having the medical exam done. Then its the medical (EKG, vision, another urine test (they check for diabetes), and hearing) Once you're done, you see the doctor who will then determine if you'll be placed on medical hold or if your qualified. They make their determinations based on their findings in the exam and your questionaire that was done. To really answer the question, yes they do ask and they ask how long ago was the operation and/or procedure done. As long as you dont have any severe medical issues (diabetes, high blood pressure, seizures, etc.) your good. Just dont be a nervous wreck..lol I know sure was Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayRat1978 Posted July 2, 2012 Share #1438 Posted July 2, 2012 There's a questionaire that you have to do prior to having the medical exam done. Then its the medical (EKG, vision, another urine test (they check for diabetes), and hearing) Once you're done, you see the doctor who will then determine if you'll be placed on medical hold or if your qualified. They make their determinations based on their findings in the exam and your questionaire that was done. To really answer the question, yes they do ask and they ask how long ago was the operation and/or procedure done. As long as you dont have any severe medical issues (diabetes, high blood pressure, seizures, etc.) your good. Just dont be a nervous wreck..lol I know sure was I'm taking Amlodipine for blood pressure. My bp is normal now with the medication, plus I've lost over 40 lbs since early 2011. I wonder if that could be used against me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrivera Posted July 3, 2012 Share #1439 Posted July 3, 2012 And what are the consequences if one lies and is caught As far as your health, they can't "catch" you unless you for some reason give them consent to look into your health record. Thank goodness for HIPAA... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citimauler Posted July 3, 2012 Share #1440 Posted July 3, 2012 i'm sitting at home filling out the package that was given to us on Wednesday. I'm blown away at the info needed to get this job, places I worked at since high school?, really? I had two jobs in the last 30yrs, that not enough? Anyway about this residency thing..Bottom line, do I have to move to NYC from Jersey to be a Conductor? I'm a rather smart guy, but the applicant guideline booklet is somewhat confusing when it come to the residency requirements. Any help would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted July 3, 2012 Author Share #1441 Posted July 3, 2012 City residency is not required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTOMan Posted July 3, 2012 Share #1442 Posted July 3, 2012 And what are the consequences if one lies and is caught If you dont give em a reason they wont look any further BUT if you do have high blood pressure or sugar issues sooner or later in yer annual it will come up.. YES they do annual physicals you havent seen anything yet just wait... i'm sitting at home filling out the package that was given to us on Wednesday. I'm blown away at the info needed to get this job, places I worked at since high school?, really? I had two jobs in the last 30yrs, that not enough? Anyway about this residency thing..Bottom line, do I have to move to NYC from Jersey to be a Conductor? I'm a rather smart guy, but the applicant guideline booklet is somewhat confusing when it come to the residency requirements. Any help would be great. No Residency requirements BUT you gotta tell em everything work wise they check, if you lie about anything on that they will terminate you. I seen it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayRat1978 Posted July 4, 2012 Share #1443 Posted July 4, 2012 If you dont give em a reason they wont look any further BUT if you do have high blood pressure or sugar issues sooner or later in yer annual it will come up.. YES they do annual physicals you havent seen anything yet just wait... No Residency requirements BUT you gotta tell em everything work wise they check, if you lie about anything on that they will terminate you. I seen it. Between 2002 & early 2005 I worked temp jobs and was paid by job agencies - not the actual employers I worked for. Plus I was unemployed for a long time back around 2002-03 (believe me those are days I never want to revisit!) Thankfully I've been permanent at my current job for 7 years and counting. I did get the booklet when I was called for bus operator - but didn't take the position due to the lack of a CDL permit (plus the impossibility of obtaining one in the allotted time.) To get to my point - those temp jobs - would I put down the company I worked for as a temp or the agency? Half of the places I do not even remember the addresses, much less the phone numbers! Plus if I'm not mistaken you must also put down the time you were unemployed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowblock Posted July 4, 2012 Share #1444 Posted July 4, 2012 The instructions tell you to put down both the temp agency, and any locations you were placed in for a significant amount of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayRat1978 Posted July 4, 2012 Share #1445 Posted July 4, 2012 The instructions tell you to put down both the temp agency, and any locations you were placed in for a significant amount of time. Problem is a few of those jobs were one or two days! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowblock Posted July 5, 2012 Share #1446 Posted July 5, 2012 Note the part where I said SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF TIME. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrivera Posted July 6, 2012 Share #1447 Posted July 6, 2012 Do unpaid jobs count (like internships and volunteer work?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10038 Posted July 6, 2012 Share #1448 Posted July 6, 2012 Do unpaid jobs count (like internships and volunteer work?) You can put it down if it will help you benefit getting the job. I myself did put down volunteer work so it's not an issue. Hope this helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m33sa Posted July 8, 2012 Share #1449 Posted July 8, 2012 I'm in the high 900's and hoping to be called soon. I'm a young woman and I want to have kids in a few years... so what i'd like to know is, does anybody know about the maternity leave? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will-Bx-718 Posted July 9, 2012 Share #1450 Posted July 9, 2012 I'm in the high 900's and hoping to be called soon. I'm a young woman and I want to have kids in a few years... so what i'd like to know is, does anybody know about the maternity leave? It's kind of a grey area. I believe we won in the last contract, but I'm not 100% about that matter. But I know I once saw a supervisor working literally until 2 weeks before she gave birth. But then they have different unions and contracts than us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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