Donald Posted May 11, 2011 Share #176 Posted May 11, 2011 So what happens if you have high blood pressure? I have it so I don't know what to do. I'm on a very strict diet and losing a good amount of weight, but I don't know if that alone will bring it down. I won't get disqualified over high BP, will I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim66 Posted May 11, 2011 Share #177 Posted May 11, 2011 So what happens if you have high blood pressure? I have it so I don't know what to do. I'm on a very strict diet and losing a good amount of weight, but I don't know if that alone will bring it down. I won't get disqualified over high BP, will I? get a letter fron docter stating your blood pressure is controlled i did it and didnt have a problem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xentor Posted May 17, 2011 Share #178 Posted May 17, 2011 Ive called the DCAS hotline I'd say around 15 times (3 times this month) during their claimed office hours for a couple of years and FINALLY I actually got through and spoke with someone. This particular person didn't seem angry at life, work, family and society in general and happily referred me to some sort of specialist I guess who reiterated what I already knew from previous posts up above, that the promotional list for Conductor will end later this month and that a class, get this, a class is actually scheduled for June off the O/C list. Now I know those people will tell you just about anything to get you off the phone and at times they don't seem to be as interconnected as one might assume, but word coming from the DCAS camp closely mimics what Alex L said and in fact even confirms this. I'd be surprised if there wasn't a cancellation or a several months long delay for this first O/C class. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 17, 2011 Share #179 Posted May 17, 2011 I am not at all doubting Alex since he is a relaible source, but how are they going to have a class ready for June so early? What about the medicals, background check, etc.? Can they do all that in just over a month? I have experience with this type of stuff at other agencies, and trust me, it is not at all a fast process, especially if you run into ay problems, like medical holds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayGuy Posted May 18, 2011 Share #180 Posted May 18, 2011 I am not at all doubting Alex since he is a relaible source, but how are they going to have a class ready for June so early? What about the medicals, background check, etc.? Can they do all that in just over a month? I have experience with this type of stuff at other agencies, and trust me, it is not at all a fast process, especially if you run into ay problems, like medical holds. Then they will fill the class in June with the first to complete the process. Those resolving medical holds or other pre-employment issues will drop back a class or two and start in late June or July. The last update I have gotten is they are working through the last of the promotional list as we speak. O/C list should start getting notices in the next few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blatherskite Posted May 18, 2011 Share #181 Posted May 18, 2011 Then they will fill the class in June with the first to complete the process. Those resolving medical holds or other pre-employment issues will drop back a class or two and start in late June or July. The last update I have gotten is they are working through the last of the promotional list as we speak. O/C list should start getting notices in the next few weeks. The Promotional list was finished off with the May 9th class of 25 conductors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rr4567 Posted May 18, 2011 Share #182 Posted May 18, 2011 The Promotional list was finished off with the May 9th class of 25 conductors. Good. Good. Now I just hope they'll make it to at least 500 of the 1000 section on the OC list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 18, 2011 Share #183 Posted May 18, 2011 I guarantee you they will go well past 500. However, I do think everyone on the O/C list will have a longer wait than they think. The MTA is not exactly known for speed and efficiency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rr4567 Posted May 18, 2011 Share #184 Posted May 18, 2011 I guarantee you they will go well past 500. However, I do think everyone on the O/C list will have a longer wait than they think. The MTA is not exactly known for speed and efficiency. no no, not 500. 500 past 1000, or 1500 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 18, 2011 Share #185 Posted May 18, 2011 They will get to 1500. Most likely not until 2013. Let's hope they call faster than they are on the last santiation exam. In the past 4 years, they only called up to #650 or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xentor Posted May 18, 2011 Share #186 Posted May 18, 2011 I guarantee you they will go well past 500. However, I do think everyone on the O/C list will have a longer wait than they think. The MTA is not exactly known for speed and efficiency. The speed in wich the MTA calls up would-be employees has nothing to do with them being slow or fast. Its simply, solely and purely a matter of how many people they need. As jobs become vacant, they fill them up, end of story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transit bx Posted May 18, 2011 Share #187 Posted May 18, 2011 What's the odds of me getting a call with my list at 2954 which I score 94. Even dow I start with mta as a bus operator on monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Profreshinal Posted May 18, 2011 Share #188 Posted May 18, 2011 Hello I'm, as many other are, attempting to get some info I took exam 8094 and im so confused:confused:if they are calling people or contacting people from the list I was #9 on the original list but I have not heard anything from them. If some one would be kind enough to help me understand what is currently going it would be greatly appreciated;). Thank you in advance for any information anyone can help me out with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 18, 2011 Share #189 Posted May 18, 2011 Nobody from the O/C list has been contacted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayGuy Posted May 18, 2011 Share #190 Posted May 18, 2011 The Promotional list was finished off with the May 9th class of 25 conductors. Yup...as I understand it that ongoing class is the last C/R class to be assembled. Also as I understand it (correct if you have other info) the first O/C's will be getting notices soon for a class currently scheduled to begin sometime in June. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 18, 2011 Share #191 Posted May 18, 2011 Yes, there is an O/C class TENTATIVELY scheduled for June. It would not be a major surprise if the class is delayed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Posted May 18, 2011 Share #192 Posted May 18, 2011 "As jobs become vacant, they fill them up, end of story." No, not end of story. They can only fill those jobs if they have the funding. If funding is tight, they might leave themsleves short changed and instead decide to make up the difference with overtime for current workers. Again, funding is what decides how many peopel are hired more than anything else. There are currently proposals to eliminate the MTA payroll tax, which brings in $1.5 billion a year. If that tax is eliminated, it will have devestating consequences for anyone hoping to get hired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubwayGuy Posted May 18, 2011 Share #193 Posted May 18, 2011 "As jobs become vacant, they fill them up, end of story." No, not end of story. They can only fill those jobs if they have the funding. If funding is tight, they might leave themsleves short changed and instead decide to make up the difference with overtime for current workers. Again, funding is what decides how many peopel are hired more than anything else. There are currently proposals to eliminate the MTA payroll tax, which brings in $1.5 billion a year. If that tax is eliminated, it will have devestating consequences for anyone hoping to get hired. You do realize that a very small amount of the money generated by the MTA payroll tax actually goes to the MTA right? A very significant piece goes to balance the state deficit and is never even SEEN by the MTA. As for overtime, putting more of a strain on their existing workforce is ill advised. They can't "force" employees to work overtime, it must be voluntary. As it is, there are some jobs they are having trouble filling, which is why the hiring pace has been so frantic of late. *my opinion* but I don't see signs of that letting up anytime soon. Also with society going the way it is, many of those eligible for retirement are getting out fast as they can, sometimes unexpectedly. I know several people with many years on the job and quite a few have said they are leaving the day they are eligible. The only variable that could slow hiring is if down the road, significant budget cuts are made, leading to further service cuts which would reduce the demand for workers. However, that would also hurt the MTA's revenue since less people would ride less trains/buses, so it's probably not a good choice to make. Could happen though, but far enough away not to worry about it yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will-Bx-718 Posted May 19, 2011 Share #194 Posted May 19, 2011 What's the odds of me getting a call with my list at 2954 which I score 94. Even dow I start with mta as a bus operator on monday. Well, going by the last exam they went all the way up to list #3021 I believe. So they don't look too good without a 3-4 year wait. Honestly you need to get a 96 or better to really have a shot. But no sweat you start work with the on monday so it's no big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transit bx Posted May 19, 2011 Share #195 Posted May 19, 2011 Well, going by the last exam they went all the way up to list #3021 I believe. So they don't look too good without a 3-4 year wait. Honestly you need to get a 96 or better to really have a shot. But no sweat you start work with the on monday so it's no big deal. Lol yea that's what I was saying willbx, aint no big deal but thanks for the info anyway bro. :tup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will-Bx-718 Posted May 19, 2011 Share #196 Posted May 19, 2011 Lol yea that's what I was saying willbx, aint no big deal but thanks for the info anyway bro. :tup: And BX, be sure to let Harry know you're a B/O now, so he can change the title under your name from member to Bus Operator. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
transit bx Posted May 19, 2011 Share #197 Posted May 19, 2011 And BX, be sure to let Harry know you're a B/O now, so he can change the title under your name from member to Bus Operator. Oh yea how do I do that will? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xentor Posted May 19, 2011 Share #198 Posted May 19, 2011 You do realize that a very small amount of the money generated by the MTA payroll tax actually goes to the MTA right? A very significant piece goes to balance the state deficit and is never even SEEN by the MTA. As for overtime, putting more of a strain on their existing workforce is ill advised. They can't "force" employees to work overtime, it must be voluntary. As it is, there are some jobs they are having trouble filling, which is why the hiring pace has been so frantic of late. *my opinion* but I don't see signs of that letting up anytime soon. Also with society going the way it is, many of those eligible for retirement are getting out fast as they can, sometimes unexpectedly. I know several people with many years on the job and quite a few have said they are leaving the day they are eligible. The only variable that could slow hiring is if down the road, significant budget cuts are made, leading to further service cuts which would reduce the demand for workers. However, that would also hurt the MTA's revenue since less people would ride less trains/buses, so it's probably not a good choice to make. Could happen though, but far enough away not to worry about it This city has got an almost permanent and growing underclass that are forever forced to use public transportation no matter what. Plus with so many people trying to be "green" and reduce their carbon footprint lately, not to mention the fact that its simply alot more convenient to use transit in many cases and with gasoline so expensive ridership will likely forever be high regardless of service cuts, people just sweat it out. On a personal level I'de find it difficult to retire with the way things are lately, confidence in one's investments and retirement plans has to be at an all-time low at the moment, however I keep hearing people are retiring left and right down in the subway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locomotion69 Posted May 19, 2011 Share #199 Posted May 19, 2011 Good post Xentor, does one put their pension in jeopardy if they continue to work past 25 years of service? What I mean is if somebody does something wrong and gets fired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will-Bx-718 Posted May 19, 2011 Share #200 Posted May 19, 2011 Oh yea how do I do that will? Just send him a PM or if he reads this post, he may just take upon himself and just do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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