jmazz77 Posted November 24, 2009 Share #1 Posted November 24, 2009 Hi all. I just got on yesterday with mabstoa as a Bus Operator. I start the training Dec. 7th. Just wondering what to expect during the training.. I got my Class B permit. I've never driven a bus before, but I have driven box trucks up to 24ft. Never had an issue. I know its not the same as a bus though.. Anyway, just looking for some tips/pointers, what not to do, etc.. lol I just wanna make sure I get through the training and get the job. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted November 24, 2009 Share #2 Posted November 24, 2009 Did you try searching for what you're looking for because these kinds of questions have been asked in the past. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted November 24, 2009 Author Share #3 Posted November 24, 2009 doing so now. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted November 24, 2009 Author Share #4 Posted November 24, 2009 in the FAQ sticky, it lists by day 7 you take your road test.. the interviewer told me by the end of the 2nd week, they would let us know if we would continue with the training, or be asked to resign.. (assuming if u cant handle the bus)... Has it changed since the sticky was posted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locomotion69 Posted November 25, 2009 Share #5 Posted November 25, 2009 in the FAQ sticky, it lists by day 7 you take your road test.. the interviewer told me by the end of the 2nd week, they would let us know if we would continue with the training, or be asked to resign.. (assuming if u cant handle the bus)... Has it changed since the sticky was posted? Read post #6. Good luck. http://www.nyctransitforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11295 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share #6 Posted November 30, 2009 Thanks alot for that link. Appreciate it. Really good info in there. I will update as I go along the process. Hopefully I will make it through. thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olegkha Posted November 30, 2009 Share #7 Posted November 30, 2009 Our depot has 8 new students in line training ( I think they are OA not TA ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share #8 Posted November 30, 2009 which depot are you in? Line training starts after you qualify, correct?? What is "OA"? Sorry, I'm still not caught up on the lingo.. lol Also, I was wondering, is it possible to transfer out of Mabstoa after a period of time? Just to get into a Brooklyn or staten island depot.. only reason I ask.. I plan on moving back to SI in a year or two and the commute would suck if I had to go to the brons everyday.. but If I had no choice, then I would deal with.. Just asking... Thanks again. So glad I found this site. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted November 30, 2009 Author Share #9 Posted November 30, 2009 Another question.. sorry... Is there a nyc residency requirement for BO?? I dont remember seeing anything about it, but I know for certain civil service jobs there is... thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will-Bx-718 Posted December 1, 2009 Share #10 Posted December 1, 2009 Another question.. sorry... Is there a nyc residency requirement for BO?? I dont remember seeing anything about it, but I know for certain civil service jobs there is... thanks again OA or MABSTOA= The Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Operating Authority which is a non civil service entity of the MTA which operates all the buses in the bronx and Manhattan. TA or NYCTA= The New York City Transit Authority Which is a civil service entity which operates all the subway lines in the city. It also operates Most of the bus lines in queens, and all of the lines in brooklyn and staten island. I hope that helps you along for now. But don't worry you'll pick up on all the jargon as you go along. And also there is no residency requirement for any position as it is not a city agency, but yet a quasi city/state agency. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted December 1, 2009 Share #11 Posted December 1, 2009 That would be Department of Buses within New York City Transit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olegkha Posted December 1, 2009 Share #12 Posted December 1, 2009 which depot are you in? ULMER PARK BROOKLYN Line training starts after you qualify, correct?? YES What is "OA"? Sorry, I'm still not caught up on the lingo.. lol ANSWERED ALREADY Also, I was wondering, is it possible to transfer out of Mabstoa after a period of time? Just to get into a Brooklyn or staten island depot.. only reason I ask.. I plan on moving back to SI in a year or two and the commute would suck if I had to go to the brons everyday.. but If I had no choice, then I would deal with.. Just asking... YES, YOU WILL JUST HAVE TO SIT TIGHT FOR A DAY OR A YEAR AFTER YOU FILL OUT PAPERS FOR TRANSFER Thanks again. So glad I found this site. WELCOME :cool: QQQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted December 7, 2009 Author Share #13 Posted December 7, 2009 Made it past day 1.. lol The paperwork fiasco.. I am assigned to West Farms for the next 7 days. Our training instructor will be Supt. Vazquez. Wish me luck. Worst part is I have been sick since last thursday and it still hasnt broken. Should be interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locomotion69 Posted December 7, 2009 Share #14 Posted December 7, 2009 Made it past day 1.. lol The paperwork fiasco.. I am assigned to West Farms for the next 7 days. Our training instructor will be Supt. Vazquez. Wish me luck. Worst part is I have been sick since last thursday and it still hasnt broken. Should be interesting. How many pens did you go through? lol. What is your report time for the next few days at West Farms? Hope you feel better soon, thanks for the update and of course good luck jmazz! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted December 9, 2009 Author Share #15 Posted December 9, 2009 I'm at West Farms from 6am - 2pm.. Not a bad schedule.. Didnt do so good today.. (Day 2 driving).. Need to work on my "forward planning", right side clearance, and I messed up a tight turn that I was suppose to hook..It was @ 132nd st & Cypress ( in the bronx).. I believe it was turning onto the service road.. Hooked it too wide and too late and got my nose too "dirty".. lol Instructor had to back up the bus.. I feel that I can handle the bus, but when the instructor is constantly talking, it distracts me.. I understand he's doing his job, and critiquing everything. which is fine.. I just need to find a way to not lose concentration and focus while he is talking to me while driving.. Tomorrow I believe we are suppose to hit manhattan. Hopefully I will do better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meesh Posted December 9, 2009 Share #16 Posted December 9, 2009 good luck in manhttan..watch out for those taxi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted December 15, 2009 Author Share #17 Posted December 15, 2009 Passed Day 5 & Day 6.. Woot Woot!! Day 7 tomorrow suppose to be conducted like the road test would be then off to line training.. If I dont get laid off.. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmazz77 Posted December 16, 2009 Author Share #18 Posted December 16, 2009 Qualified.. Woot Woot!!.. Find out monday what depot I will be at.. Hybrid electric training tomorrow back at Zerega.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan05979 Posted December 16, 2009 Share #19 Posted December 16, 2009 Qualified.. Woot Woot!!.. Find out monday what depot I will be at.. Hybrid electric training tomorrow back at Zerega.. Congrats, feels good right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EE Broadway Local Posted December 18, 2009 Share #20 Posted December 18, 2009 Welcome to MaBSTOA, jmazz77! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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