B/O NYCT Exam Testing Mar - Oct 2022 B/O 2611, 2612, 2613, 2614 & 3601 Hiring Process (TA)

[lornaevo]

If I may chime in. I am currently with TA but formerly with MTA Bus company, although there are pros and cons to both, I wish I would have stayed with MTA Bus Company rather than crossover to TA. MTA had unlimited OT, as much as you can handle. TA seems to be alot less OT for newcomers. Mta gets 6 PD at the beginning of the year, TA gets 1. Although the sick time is better at TA, it's frowned upon when you use it. If I had to redo it, I would have stayed at MTAB. 

[Westfarms dep]

1 hour ago, lornaevo said:

If I may chime in. I am currently with TA but formerly with MTA Bus company, although there are pros and cons to both, I wish I would have stayed with MTA Bus Company rather than crossover to TA. MTA had unlimited OT, as much as you can handle. TA seems to be alot less OT for newcomers. Mta gets 6 PD at the beginning of the year, TA gets 1. Although the sick time is better at TA, it's frowned upon when you use it. If I had to redo it, I would have stayed at MTAB. 

But is it true that the pay salary at BC is less than TA? Because I do hope to end up at BC simply due to what I've heard with requirements 

[lornaevo]

2 hours ago, Westfarms dep said:

But is it true that the pay salary at BC is less than TA? Because I do hope to end up at BC simply due to what I've heard with requirements 

MTAB local 100 depots are on the same pay rate as TA. The ATU depots for MTAB is less. 

[Daren646]

My wife got her list # for 2613 shes in the top 10. When will they call for pre employment? 

[Elocin721]

1 hour ago, Daren646 said:

My wife got her list # for 2613 shes in the top 10. When will they call for pre employment? 

Hi, I did exam 2613 and my list # is 12x... I'm going in on Fri for day 1 pre employment processing... I'm not sure what they are doing?....make sure your wife checks her text messages and emails for messages... otherwise, she just have to wait like everyone else to be called. She's on the eligible list... I'm sure they'll call her soon.

[Elocin721]

3 hours ago, lornaevo said:

MTAB local 100 depots are on the same pay rate as TA. The ATU depots for MTAB is less. 

(Whispering)...what are the local 100 depot for MTAB?

[lornaevo]

2 hours ago, Elocin721 said:

(Whispering)...what are the local 100 depot for MTAB?

College Point, Baisley Park, LaGuardia, EastChester, Yonkers. College Point is the largest depot in the entire system and a big money depot if you like OT. 

[Elocin721]

9 hours ago, lornaevo said:

College Point, Baisley Park, LaGuardia, EastChester, Yonkers. College Point is the largest depot in the entire system and a big money depot if you like OT. 

Oh wow! Thank you, I would go with Yonkers Depot if they have spots available being that I live in Westchester County.

[Daren646]

Anyone know a number i can call to schedule pre employment?

[Daren646]

They said no one has been called from exam 2613 yet 

[Elocin721]

3 hours ago, Daren646 said:

They said no one has been called from exam 2613 yet 

I have been called from exam 2613... I'm list #12X going in Fri for day 1 pre employment.

[Elocin721]

7 hours ago, Daren646 said:

Anyone know a number i can call to schedule pre employment?

I don't think you can call them to schedule an appointment for pre employment for you...when they are ready they will call you...just be patient...I waited 10 months to be called...as long as you are on the eligible list, they will call you.... they'll call from a (646) number, automated machine...followed by a text message about the call you received, and an email with  instructions of things you need to do and take with you on the day of your appointment...keep busy and wait it out!

[bkzroy]

2 hours ago, Elocin721 said:

I don't think you can call them to schedule an appointment for pre employment for you...when they are ready they will call you...just be patient...I waited 10 months to be called...as long as you are on the eligible list, they will call you.... they'll call from a (646) number, automated machine...followed by a text message about the call you received, and an email with  instructions of things you need to do and take with you on the day of your appointment...keep busy and wait it out!

They are Probably calling people Who already in the system Because they don't need to be Trained As of My understanding Don't hold me to it If you are on the list they're going to call you Could be today or 2 years from now 

[Daren646]

I dont get it they have mabstoa bus company available. Whats the difference?

[Elocin721]

13 hours ago, bkzroy said:

They are Probably calling people Who already in the system Because they don't need to be Trained As of My understanding Don't hold me to it If you are on the list they're going to call you Could be today or 2 years from now 

I'm not in their system nor did I ever worked for "MTA", I'm assuming that's who you are referring to...

[bkzroy]

The exam for MaBstoA Exam #4101 And for the bus company Exam #4302 They're out now You don't have to pay the fee 👍

And I believe they're going to call from these lists very soon

Edited May 25, 2023 by bkzroy

[Elocin721]

2 hours ago, Daren646 said:

I dont get it they have mabstoa bus company available. Whats the difference?

To my understanding, MABSTOA is Manhattan and Bronx Surface, they're none civil service.. they're under NYCT or TA...TA is civil service even though these exams are all civil service exams...they are calling people from these exams to fill spots over MABSTOA and MTA Bus Company. A lot of people are crossing over to TA....They get a better pension (NYCERS), unlimited transportation pass if I'm correct, they can carry over time from one agency to another as the others you can't and will lose seniority...for example, If you work 5 years with MABSTOA or MTA Bus Company and want to cross over to TA, you can't carry over that 5 years... you have to start all over again.....sounds crazy right?

[Elocin721]

12 minutes ago, bkzroy said:

The exam for MaBstoA Exam #4101 And for the bus company Exam #4302 They're out now You don't have to pay the fee 👍

And I believe they're going to call from these lists very soon

I'm sure they are...

[bkzroy]

11 minutes ago, Elocin721 said:

I'm not in their system nor did I ever worked for "MTA", I'm assuming that's who you are referring to...

Just try To understand your situation that you getting call before @Daren646  wife And her number is 10x From exam #2613 its little confusing 

[+Young+]

3 hours ago, Daren646 said:

I dont get it they have mabstoa bus company available. Whats the difference?

If you click here and here, these  two websites outline the differences very clearly. To make a long story short: MTA Bus Company was formed in 2006 when the City of New York took over the private bus lines, and, if you click here, you can read up on the history of all the depots, which will explain where MaBSTOA comes into play.

43 minutes ago, Elocin721 said:

To my understanding, MABSTOA is Manhattan and Bronx Surface, they're none civil service.. they're under NYCT or TA...TA is civil service even though these exams are all civil service exams...they are calling people from these exams to fill spots over MABSTOA and MTA Bus Company. A lot of people are crossing over to TA....They get a better pension (NYCERS), unlimited transportation pass if I'm correct, they can carry over time from one agency to another as the others you can't and will lose seniority...for example, If you work 5 years with MABSTOA or MTA Bus Company and want to cross over to TA, you can't carry over that 5 years... you have to start all over again.....sounds crazy right?

Unfortunately, this is true, especially when it comes to your pension with NYCERS.

53 minutes ago, bkzroy said:

The exam for MaBstoA Exam #4101 And for the bus company Exam #4302 They're out now You don't have to pay the fee 👍

And I believe they're going to call from these lists very soon

I agree 100%. If anything, this is why the Notice of Examination, which can be found here and here, specifically state that those who only hold the CLP (Commercial Learners Permit) or the CDL (Commercial Drivers License) can file for the exam, and these documents will be checked when it comes time to take the examination.

16 hours ago, Elocin721 said:

I have been called from exam 2613... I'm list #12X going in Fri for day 1 pre employment.

My list number from Exam 2613 is less than 100 and I have not received any notifications yet - at this time I would just be patient.

[Elocin721]

40 minutes ago, +Young+ said:

If you click here and here, these  two websites outline the differences very clearly. To make a long story short: MTA Bus Company was formed in 2006 when the City of New York took over the private bus lines, and, if you click here, you can read up on the history of all the depots, which will explain where MaBSTOA comes into play.

Unfortunately, this is true, especially when it comes to your pension with NYCERS.

I agree 100%. If anything, this is why the Notice of Examination, which can be found here and here, specifically state that those who only hold the CLP (Commercial Learners Permit) or the CDL (Commercial Drivers License) can file for the exam, and these documents will be checked when it comes time to take the examination.

My list number from Exam 2613 is less than 100 and I have not received any notifications yet - at this time I would just be patient.

Oh wow!... what's your test score?...do you have your CDL license?

[Elocin721]

Just now, Elocin721 said:

Oh wow!... what's your test score?...do you have your CDL license?

I have my CDL license and I'm not sure if they're prioritizing the people who have it to get them on the road faster than who doesn't have theirs. 

[Elocin721]

1 hour ago, bkzroy said:

Just try To understand your situation that you getting call before @Daren646  wife And her number is 10x From exam #2613 its little confusing 

I'm not sure why?....

[lornaevo]

7 hours ago, Elocin721 said:

To my understanding, MABSTOA is Manhattan and Bronx Surface, they're none civil service.. they're under NYCT or TA...TA is civil service even though these exams are all civil service exams...they are calling people from these exams to fill spots over MABSTOA and MTA Bus Company. A lot of people are crossing over to TA....They get a better pension (NYCERS), unlimited transportation pass if I'm correct, they can carry over time from one agency to another as the others you can't and will lose seniority...for example, If you work 5 years with MABSTOA or MTA Bus Company and want to cross over to TA, you can't carry over that 5 years... you have to start all over again.....sounds crazy right?

Every division gets unlimited transportation pass. Including a commuter pass for LIRR or MNRR. 

[Elocin721]

2 hours ago, lornaevo said:

Every division gets unlimited transportation pass. Including a commuter pass for LIRR or MNRR. 

Ok, that's good to know! Thanks