Red5Xwing Posted November 9, 2015 Share #5526 Posted November 9, 2015 (edited) It's just sucks the way they do things,you could of been a great T/O but was nervous on a dam signal exam and your terminated over 1 signal it just sucks because you left your job for this Yeah, I hear ya, but that's just the nature of the beast. We all accepted that risk ("you're mission, should you choose to accept it"LOL), and it REALLY hurts when you put in all that time and preparation only to blow it on a one-shot test, but you CAN request list reinstatement after a year. But as far as leaving a good, steady job for this, it ends up being worth it when you pass. And you WILL pass, THAT'S how you increase your chance of success, by SEEING yourself nailing that thang. Edited November 9, 2015 by Red5Xwing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 9, 2015 Share #5527 Posted November 9, 2015 For the drug test, you just go down for the drug test and leave? Than have to wait for a call back, or they send you something in mail? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tprashad0719 Posted November 9, 2015 Share #5528 Posted November 9, 2015 Yea the drug test is fast hopefully and then they will call you 3 to 90 days usually they will call you in 1 to 2 weeks ..so make sure you leave them your cell number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5529 Posted November 10, 2015 Hey everyone... Can someone explain the signal exams a little more. is this a practical or written exam? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5530 Posted November 10, 2015 (edited) Hey everyone... Can someone explain the signal exams a little more. is this a practical or written exam? It's both last I knew.....the 100%-or-else written followed by a signals practical, where you and whoever else in your class that passed the written portion go with your TSS's to a train to do at least a call-on.....you take turns of course. Edited November 10, 2015 by Red5Xwing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5531 Posted November 10, 2015 @red5xwing, thanks... I guess just gotta study the signals? Its seems like this is what everyone is talking about that seems to be so critical in school car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5532 Posted November 10, 2015 @red5xwing, thanks... I guess just gotta study the signals? Its seems like this is what everyone is talking about that seems to be so critical in school car. Nope, not just signals....leave NO stone unturned! It's just that you get TWO chances to pass on everything else, the 1st and 2nd yard practicals (cuts/adds, preparing a train for service), the midterm, final, and road practical all give you two chances as far as I know. However, the signals exam is the one that gets you terminated for ONE incorrect answer. Your TSS's will help you prepare, I had Richarson and Lovell...both EXCELLENT instructors!, It wasn't them, it was ME, I didn't get it done when I had the chance, and that happens to some of us. But for YOU, the advice would be to study them a minimum of 1hr a day, make index cards(paper AND app, I use StudyDroid), and of course classmates can quiz each other. The support system is there, and you can succeed where some of us didn't...You'll be alright, just go and get it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphed007 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5533 Posted November 10, 2015 @IRTbound congratulations bro. What's your list number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ralphed007 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5534 Posted November 10, 2015 Congratulations brothers for the letters. I'm still waiting for the call my number is 442# and I got the feeling it's only a few days away. Lollll we definitely gonna have a wonderful Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5535 Posted November 10, 2015 Got it, I'm prepared to bust my butt to get through it ! Nervous and all but i dont take anything for granted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5536 Posted November 10, 2015 Got it, I'm prepared to bust my butt to get through it ! Nervous and all but i dont take anything for granted. There you go bro', THAT'S what I'm talkin' about???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5537 Posted November 10, 2015 Anything specific i need to bring with me Friday for the drug test part, obviously besides Driver License? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5538 Posted November 10, 2015 Anything specific i need to bring with me Friday for the drug test part, obviously besides Driver License? thanks Your letter and completed application that they sent you. I don't remember much else, but it should all be on the letter they send you. BTW, the drug test is good for only 30 days, and it's not uncommon to have to go back there to 180 a LEAST once more for another test, and yes you would have to bring back all the same items as before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5539 Posted November 10, 2015 Your letter and completed application that they sent you. I don't remember much else, but it should all be on the letter they send you. BTW, the drug test is good for only 30 days, and it's not uncommon to have to go back there to 180 a LEAST once more for another test, and yes you would have to bring back all the same items as before. Got it, thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5540 Posted November 10, 2015 (edited) Got it, thank you! Anytime future T/O!???????????????? Edited November 10, 2015 by Red5Xwing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5541 Posted November 10, 2015 I hope so brother, been waiting for this letter to come for 6 years lol ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5542 Posted November 10, 2015 I hope so brother, been waiting for this letter to come for 6 years lol ! Boy do I know it!LOL!! But trust me, your journey to the cab(AND GREAT PAY) is actually starting now!, all the paperwork, visits to 180, heart bursting out of your chest EVERY time your phone rings is just part of it. When you get sworn in, and they give you your rulebook, you could actually start perusing the signals then to get sort of a head start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5543 Posted November 10, 2015 Boy do I know it!LOL!! But trust me, your journey to the cab(AND GREAT PAY) is actually starting now!, all the paperwork, visits to 180, heart bursting out of your chest EVERY time your phone rings is just part of it. When you get sworn in, and they give you your rulebook, you could actually start perusing the signals then to get sort of a head start. HAHA, funny everything you say is so true. It's actually a pretty big pay cut for me. But i'm looking at it as more of longevity and pension etc... for the future of my family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red5Xwing Posted November 10, 2015 Share #5544 Posted November 10, 2015 HAHA, funny everything you say is so true. It's actually a pretty big pay cut for me. But i'm looking at it as more of longevity and pension etc... for the future of my family! Pay CUT? LOL, well I guess I forgot that for some people it would be a cut in pay....but you're right....there is longevity and good pension with this, AND the ability to move up to TSS, Tower Operator, RCC, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IRTbound Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5545 Posted November 11, 2015 @ralphed007 thank you! Uhm.. I'm a sis not a bro but I get it lol this job is a "man's job" but I've seen plenty of female TO's. My list # is 426*. I'm dinner with the medical now waiting for final processing. Was told I should get a call by the end of this week. I'm just nervous because if I quit my job and make one mistake on the signal test I'm S.O.L and unemployed. Been waiting too long for this... But I'm staying positive and praying lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Running on Rails Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5546 Posted November 11, 2015 @tprashad0719 thanks my brother I remember those days walking at 207 St Yard and learning about the R-42's and R-32's.... and @mikeems1 thank you too. I'm really exited and it's a great feeling to know that I finally got this letter. The drug test basically consist of getting there and hand in your completed application as well as them performing a urine check on you and remember to go back 10 years as far as your background. List all the jobs you've had in the past and addresses where you have lived etc...I won't be a whole day thing depending on how many people there. Bring your completed application, S.S card, ID , passport if you wish, birth certificate, just in case bring your H.S diploma too. Now when you're done with the drug test they will tell you to leave a number where you can be reached for them to call you in for a medical and final processing. That's the big day where you'll be in the for the most part of the day. It's recommended to bring in snacks as well. And yes, a TSS rode my train yesterday and he advised to study signals atleast 1 hour a day to make the test a little more easier to pass. Even though we all get nervous and things happen unfortunately but let's be positive and try to nail this guys. Good luck to all and let's keep in touch. Anybody else wanna share helpful thoughts we appreciate it very much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tprashad0719 Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5547 Posted November 11, 2015 (edited) Tss lovell is excellent, I don't have him unfortunately but I can tell you the training sucks ..if there is no train available to train on ..that's your day ..sit in class and waste the day..i believe the training can be better, some TSS are cocky because there already on the job and your just a list number to them..school car changed on Jan 2015 and it just gets harder due to new bullitens..i barely surviving this and so is my other class mates..one dropped out already so leaves us with 9...if you have a job as we speak take a leave don't quit ..you never know..there are days I wake up and say screw this ..but I just suck it up and fetch my two big bags and proceed on my 2.5 hours of subway traveling time ..because you will be in every yard within your division you choose..but I'll see how my first practical go and hopefully signal test the first one Edited November 11, 2015 by tprashad0719 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeems1 Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5548 Posted November 11, 2015 @tprashad, wow thats just crazy. Are you guys doing a study group or anything to help eachother out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tprashad0719 Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5549 Posted November 11, 2015 The problem with study groups is that everyone don't have the time,or some people rather study on there own..the training is not what a lot of people expected honestly. .a lot of people rather start off as a conductor and maybe just go t/o from there ..some people rather stay a conductor. .pay is not a huge difference as well .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTAhopefullMatt Posted November 11, 2015 Share #5550 Posted November 11, 2015 @Tprashad, I wish you the best whatever happens. To everyone, it's a brutal training regimen, and some very smart, hardworking people have failed it at every imaginable stage. Signals test is particularly tricky because it demands perfection and people can freeze under the stress, and no second chance for signals test (either one). Yes, if you have the option to take a leave from your current job than do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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