[TekDragon]

I just thought that I would share.

https://prod.fadvhms.com/cnr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*56FB4F1F9E74DDED

So far, CN has hired 30 people for Vancouver, and now are looking for another 25.

For those interested, you will be applying as a conductor. Basically, in charge of the train, but not moving it. Hours are weird, but the pay is damn good. Training wage is $20 an hour (800 a week) and after 6 months, you will be making, at minimum, $220 a day in the yard.

Hope to see those of you who are interested in a few months in the yard.

EDIT: Now looking for more. New job posting was up as of October 12!

[mas604]

how many hrs do you work a single day?

[TekDragon]

8 hours. We don't have the quit system anymore like we used to. They can ask you to work over time (3 hours) or pull a double shift (16 total, two 8 hour shifts), but that won't be until you're qualified and done all training.

[striderblade]

when you said in charge of train. Can you be a little more specific? And is this mostly indoor job or outdoor? Thanks

[Devastator]

do you need to take the train course @ bcit before you can apply for this job?

[TekDragon]

when you said in charge of train. Can you be a little more specific? And is this mostly indoor job or outdoor? Thanks

Basically, the engineer drives the locomotive. The train (locomotive and rail cars) is your responsibility. You handle the paperwork, the inspections, etc of the train to ensure it's safe operation.

It is also unlikely that a new hire would be on the road for most of their shifts. Expect to be in the yard putting together or pulling apart trains.

It is ENTIRELY outdoors. I suppose I should be a bit more descriptive as well. The railway runs 24/7. Employees will work around the clock to ensure things run they way they should. There is a good possibility of working evenings/nights, and almost guaranteed that you will work weekends and holidays.

Baring that though, it's a hell of a job and I don't think that I could be happier anywhere else.

do you need to take the train course @ bcit before you can apply for this job?


I did, but there were several in my hiring group who did not.

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

so its about 53g base salary to start eh.

whats the upper cap? just interested.

[TekDragon]

so its about 53g base salary to start eh.

whats the upper cap? just interested.

Working yard, looking around 70k.

Working road, we have guys clearing 120k.

Engineer will clear closer to 140k.

[vafanculo]

Thanks for the info il def be applying (sorry can't Thanks you via mobile).

Is this full time work, or more on call? Guaranteed 40 hours?
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[TekDragon]

Thanks for the info il def be applying (sorry can't Thanks you via mobile).

Is this full time work, or more on call? Guaranteed 40 hours?
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It's full time. CN does not hire transportation trades as part time.

At first, it will be on call on the spare board, but there is a board guarantee. There is, however, 4-6 months of training to go through first.

[subordinate]

Damn, sounds like a fun job.

I can't see myself in a 9-5 office job.

I'm guessing the first interview will be a group interview?

[TekDragon]

Damn, sounds like a fun job.

I can't see myself in a 9-5 office job.

I'm guessing the first interview will be a group interview?

Yes and no. When I went, they held an info session for those who they picked out of the pool of candidates they had. After said info session, we were taken individually for interviews (2 interviewers to one potential hire). After that, I never received another interview, but many people in my class did.

[trip]

interesting, what kind of qualifications do you need?

[TekDragon]

interesting, what kind of qualifications do you need?

Grade 12 is all they really ask. That being said, a bit of common sense, an eye for detail, and a good sense of safety tend to help.

[ShadowBun]

sht i would totally applied if i wasnt busy with stupid intern
sounds awesome

[FN-2199]

Suddenly, I like trains.

[skyxx]

How far do we have to work around the vicinity of Metro Vancouver?

[skyxx]

"Working shifts, sometimes away from home for up to 6 days " this somewhat put me off but I'll apply and go from there for more info. :)

[TekDragon]

"Working shifts, sometimes away from home for up to 6 days " this somewhat put me off but I'll apply and go from there for more info. :)

Farthest from city of Van is Surrey. The "up to six days away from home" is not realistic. Doubtful that you will get that, but it can happen from time to time. That is really only for road shifts and not the yard.

[vafanculo]

Any idea when they will start calling?

Also the application process was pretty long. When I got to the final part and I clicked next, there was no "thank you for applying" or "your application has been completed" type message. Just a blank page. Is that normal? Also I recieved an email however saying my application has been received. Just worried they only have my email address and not the results of that long process.
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[tacobell]

Do you have to be built? i'm not a huge guy by any means, but i got good work ethic and this looks very appealing.

[ryanmacneil8448]

I have applied in the past for this job and had no response, I have trades experience have worked as a mechanic for 7 years and also have paramedics training i think i would be a good fit for this kinda work is there any other way to apply? is there a place i could hand a resume in or just online?

[TekDragon]

Any idea when they will start calling?

Also the application process was pretty long. When I got to the final part and I clicked next, there was no "thank you for applying" or "your application has been completed" type message. Just a blank page. Is that normal? Also I recieved an email however saying my application has been received. Just worried they only have my email address and not the results of that long process.
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It's normal. I had the same. Just keep track on the CN website for status updates. From what I understand, my class, as well as the one after, will go through training. 3-5 months hopefully, then they will take in the next intake as to not overflow the system.

Do you have to be built? i'm not a huge guy by any means, but i got good work ethic and this looks very appealing.

We have all sizes of people in our class. Big, small, male and female. Being strong helps, but by no means is it a requirement.

I have applied in the past for this job and had no response, I have trades experience have worked as a mechanic for 7 years and also have paramedics training i think i would be a good fit for this kinda work is there any other way to apply? is there a place i could hand a resume in or just online?

As far as I know, the only way to apply is through a CN career fair (there hasn't been one in a few years) or online. They don't take resumes or applications any other way.

[JSALES]

applied

[silva27]

There is a short video description on the conductor job which is very helpful under Working at CN heading.

[CRiXy]

I applied! This looks like a great job.

[trip]

how long did it take for a call back?

[TekDragon]

My class was a special exception for hiring time. 9 months. Kept on getting email updates from HR as to us still being potential candidates. The long wait time in our case was due to both the CN Engineers strike and the olympics. I am not HR, and I cannot give a timeline. If I were to guess though, I would peg it around the 4 or 5 month mark that they would start having people in for training.

[JSALES]

I hope I get a call back since my previous work experience isn't that great

[Gh0stRider]

application submitted. hopefully we all get hired :)


Video Description
http://www.cn.ca/en/conductor-video.htm

[PinoyDrifta]

i applied yeah would be a great job...

[trip]

honestly i wish i knew how the screening process works. i've got great CSR and cpu skills and trades experience, as well as supervising/training and mentorship exp

why does that seem not enough to me ...?

[jeffh]

all you can do is apply.i applied just the other night
4 years of technician dispatching experience in a dealership, no formal schooling or any of that bs
we'll see how that goes haha

[to0n]

they give you a Drug test.

[P0NYB0Y]

there goes more than half revscene's applicants ;)

[jeffh]

anyone hear back from them yet? i didnt :(

[SpuGen]

I haven't heard back.
I'm not really keeping my hopes up since I'm still in school, but if they do call me back, fuck school. I'm working. hah.

[Lowered_Klass]

I was thisclose to taking the course at BCIT... but damn it's expensive.

Still, I've thought long and hard about applying anyways to see if I could get in without it.

Something to think about the next time it's pissing with rain, and freezing outside... you'd be working in it! A lot of people think they can deal with it, but it's not easy. There is a reason the pay is good!

[tacobell]

these guys got about 5000 applications, more are still coming in. if you get called for testing, consider yourself lucky. for the first wave, they usually call in the top 1% of applicants for testing.

[TekDragon]

So, for those who have applied and heard back, pm me if you have questions. I'm also curious to know who got contacted back and where you are in the process.

[10051981]

Hi guys, I applied a few *weeks* ago and just got an email being invited to the upcoming orientation session. Anyone else get this email?

[Gh0stRider]

your post is missing a word. How long ago did you apply?

[b0unce. [?]]

^^ i got the email as well. I applied for this in mid may.. so yeah

[iforyou]

I got the email too. I applied in May as well.

So there's gonna be test? Does anyone know what we will get tested on?

[trip]

noooo..... i havent heard anything :(

[Gh0stRider]

i hope i didn't delete the email by accident.

[RunningFree]

I applied in May as well. Haven't heard anything. Oh well :S

[jeffh]

i just checked my buisness email haha
i got the invite as well, trying to figure out how to call in to work and then drive to vancouver tomorrow :S

on a related note, who knows how to tie 2 hotmail addresses together so i get alrets when new email comes in to the other :D

[CRiXy]

i just checked my buisness email haha
i got the invite as well, trying to figure out how to call in to work and then drive to vancouver tomorrow :S

on a related note, who knows how to tie 2 hotmail addresses together so i get alrets when new email comes in to the other :D

You can forward your hotmails from one acct to another. It's in the options somewhere. Or just google how to do it.

[terkan]

ya just forward ur emails.. i do that with all my email accounts coz i really only check one.. downside is.. they forward the spam mail as well =_=

[damackz]

had my orientation and testing on wednesday got an interview on friday hopefully I get it. The recruiter said over 700 ppl applied and 75 got accepted into the orientation session. About 5-10 ppl didnt pass the testing in our group

[trip]

ppl who got called for orientation, what qualifications do you have?

[jeffh]

FUCK
ever feel like you really dropped the ball? couldnt dodge work, so i fired off a nice kiss ass email to larissa, no replay, guess im out

as for what qualifications i had?
honrs in highschool, and 4 year practical experience with organization and team related shit, im a technician dispatcher at a honda dealership

[Gh0stRider]

no email so guess im out.

good luck to everyone else thats in it still.

[TekDragon]

https://prod.fadvhms.com/cnr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*56FB4F1F9E74DDED

And BUMP!

Third class JUST started, CN has another posting out for another 25 people. Posting up as of July 12, 2010.

Please know that you will not have very good seniority in the short term, but if you choose to stick it out as a career, it won't matter in a few years time.

[tacobell]

Any revsceners get hired?

[Sean@Home]

i got hired on 4 years ago and now im a locomotive engineer. If you guys have questions i can probably answer them.

[Lowered_Klass]

i got hired on 4 years ago and now im a locomotive engineer. If you guys have questions i can probably answer them.

How do you like the jump from Conductor to Engineer? (besides the pay increase :p) Since it requires you to be away from home a bit more?

Anything else you'd be willing to share would be cool. You're the first Engineer I've been able to talk to.

I've been debating back and forth about applying to be a Conductor (with the intent to become an Engineer at some point) but the weird hours, and not really knowing when you'll be working next is a bit of a worry (espically with a stupid mortgage :( )

[skyxx]

https://prod.fadvhms.com/cnr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*56FB4F1F9E74DDED

And BUMP!

Third class JUST started, CN has another posting out for another 25 people. Posting up as of July 12, 2010.

Please know that you will not have very good seniority in the short term, but if you choose to stick it out as a career, it won't matter in a few years time.

If I applied once, do I have to reapply. They do have my file already.

[TekDragon]

If I applied once, do I have to reapply. They do have my file already.

Check the website. It should tell you if you're last application was closed and if you are required to apply again.

[Gh0stRider]

mine says not reviewed lol

[TekDragon]

mine says not reviewed lol

Yeah, throw in the application again. Worst that can happen is they say no.

[sam0m0]

just got contacted for screening next week, anyone else going? anyone know what the test is about, what I should be expecting?

[skyxx]

^Same!
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[tacobell]

same here, woot. noob question, but what do ppl wear to these things? should i wear my carhartts and my work boots or dress shirt?

[Osaka]

Contacted as well!! woo hoo! Can anyone advise what we need to do to prepare for the requisite testing? When are you guys invited to go? I was e-mailed to come in on Tuesday at 1030am

[TekDragon]

Personally, I went in a suit, no tie. At least go in slacks and a collared shirt. PM me if you have any specific questions please.

[TekDragon]

Oh, and for anyone who has gotten in, or who gets in, throw me a line and let me know!

[skyxx]

^ Pull some strings? :D

[TekDragon]

^ Pull some strings? :D

Hah, I wish I could. I don't even have strings to pull!

[sam0m0]

also went to the 1030 class today, passed the test, interview is tommorow. How did you guys do? hope you guys weren't 1 of the 4 that failed today

[Osaka]

^^ yeah i was there... when she started calling out names.. I was like oh shit don't call my name out haha! Test wasn't was so bad just not enough time to finish.. I'm getting an over the phone interview because I can't make it in person tomorrow. Sounds like a very interesting job. Looking forward to it if I make it. Good luck to everyone!

[l2_narain]

Man, I overdressed..

Best of luck with the interviews

[skyxx]

^ What do you mean by overdressed?

[Kingcong89]

ppl who got called for orientation, what qualifications do you have?

+1

[6o4allmotor]

Gotta go take the good old piss test on monday

[6o4allmotor]

Any one hear back from they after the piss test and hearing test ect?

[TekDragon]

Any one hear back from they after the piss test and hearing test ect?

Don't want to get your hopes up, but they spend money for you to have your medical. They typically won't send you if they don't want you as a potential candidate. Not saying you're a shoe in, but you've made it this far. :)

I think it was two months for me to hear back. I think your wait time should be shorter though.

[skyxx]

^ The start date for the class is September 13th. I'm very sure they are still going through medical checkups for everyone. Hopefully by the end of this week they will start calling. I'm anxious too but try and not think too much of it. :)

[6o4allmotor]

Got the call tonight
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[sam0m0]

passed the piss test, no call yet.. do they just call you to say you got the job or is it another interview cuz the girl mentioned something about that.

[no_limit187]

i guess we didnt make it then....

[6o4allmotor]

I went for the piss test on monday got the call this after noon saying sept 13 about the class and about the job ect money ect

[skyxx]

I didn't get the call yet. I emailed HR about my status. Hopefully I get a reply. I passed the health examination too. To all those that didn't get a call, just give it another week. They might just be going through the list of candidates to call. We're all anxious. :D Good luck to everyone.

[skyxx]

Has anyone gotten a call from CN today? I haven't gotten a call yet. I guess I'm out of the pool of candidates. I tried emailing HR but no dice. Anyone happen to have CN HR's number?

[TekDragon]

Has anyone gotten a call from CN today? I haven't gotten a call yet. I guess I'm out of the pool of candidates. I tried emailing HR but no dice. Anyone happen to have CN HR's number?

Check the website, see where you are. Under Careers => Search and Apply for Jobs => Check Application Status.

[skyxx]

Check the website, see where you are. Under Careers => Search and Apply for Jobs => Check Application Status.

It's still saying "Under review". I passed everything and I'm just questioning my placement since class is starting September 13th.

[terkan]

well there's still plenty of time.. most jobs i had that had a training class usually don't call til like 1 week before class starts

[skyxx]

I'm just wary since 604allmotor got a call already. haha

[6o4allmotor]

anyone else get in?

[skyxx]

^ You lucky GUY! BTW what does your Status say when you log in to the site?

[6o4allmotor]

I have no idea i forget my password

[TekDragon]

Still tells me that I'm in a pool, and I've been working here for the last 6 months!

[skyxx]

^ Lol so unreliable. I'm having double thoughts that I inputted the wrong phone number but of course I know I wrote it properly. I'm annoyed. lol Oh well, hopefully my database is in their system and just wish I'm up for the next pool of candidates. :/

[10051981]

Still tells me that I'm in a pool, and I've been working here for the last 6 months!


How do you like it so far? thoughts? reviews? what's it like? pay? etc

[TekDragon]

How do you like it so far? thoughts? reviews? what's it like? pay? etc

The work is good, the guys you work with are usually great. The usual politics and bs, but that's relatively minor compared to the rest of it. Training wage is decent, and the pay is quite good once you get out there. Like the work so far. The big thing I'm having a hard time getting used to is the 24/7 on call part. You get rest between, and you can book days off, but it's definitely a lifestyle change.

[6o4allmotor]

Anyone outta your class quit the job after realizing the hours?
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[TekDragon]

Nope.

[stewie]

so when you say in charge of a train but not moving it....what position would that be? i wanna be the dude in the front car controlling the train hahaha, what position would that be called?

[Gh0stRider]

so when you say in charge of a train but not moving it....what position would that be? i wanna be the dude in the front car controlling the train hahaha, what position would that be called?

Conductors switch rail cars, make or split up trains in yards, move cars between yards, sidings or tracks (often using a remote control device called a belt pack), according to instructions originating with yard and train planners. This requires good communication skills involving specific hand signals or radio to facilitate the safe movement of engines and cars. They work on-call with irregular hours, weekends and holidays.


Locomotive Engineers operate diesel-electric locomotives, rail diesel cars, interpret train orders, timetables, train signals, and railway rules and regulations to transport freight in a safe and efficient manner. Locomotive Engineers are promoted from position of Conductor.

[xxxrsxxx]

so did any RS members get hired for the sept 13 training?

[no_limit187]

Got the call this morning from CN my class starts Oct 18th. Any1 else get a call?

[skyxx]

I just got a call for the October 18th Class!!! Yes!

[XLNS]

Im oct 18 as well!

[TekDragon]

Big bump again. Sorry I missed it, but there is now a new posting up as of October 12 for more in Vancouver. Get those applications in!

[trip]

how do they do their screening ....

[TekDragon]

how do they do their screening ....

Dig through mountain of applications, call for interview, small logic test, panel interview, drug test. That's basically it.

[willystyle]

How physically demanding is this job?

[TekDragon]

How physically demanding is this job?

It gets you fit, but you need to be able to walk. A lot. Some upper body strength. Nothing too extreme. You get fit by nature of the job while doing your training.

[d1]

Working yard, looking around 70k.

Working road, we have guys clearing 120k.

Engineer will clear closer to 140k.

How are the raises like? How many years would it take to get there?

[XLNS]

Seniority is based on when you apply online so apply as soon as you can! New post for 25 positions in Vancouver as of Oct 19.

[TekDragon]

How are the raises like? How many years would it take to get there?

No raises. It's all set rates. All you get are whats worked out as raises based on the collective agreement.

[560]

Do they have an office in Vancouver ? Adress ?
I failed to find it on their website

[TekDragon]

Do they have an office in Vancouver ? Adress ?
I failed to find it on their website

No, not in Vancouver. Why would you need their office location?

[skyxx]

^ Cover Letter maybe?

[Gh0stRider]

I just got a call for the October 18th Class!!! Yes!

hows the training going?

[6o4allmotor]

The training was good,just needed more time in the field with hands on, starting training shifts on wed.

Also for anyone else thier looking for a 6th class with a start date of dec 6

[TekDragon]

Holy fuck, more of you kids hitting the ground. Maybe I'll be training some of you out there.

[d1]

They actually had an orientation session today. I received an invite but after some thought decided not to go (for now).

From what I know there's another training session in late december after the one on the 6th and another orientation session in January for those that are interested.

[Cumulonimbus]

They actually had an orientation session today. I received an invite but after some thought decided not to go (for now).

From what I know there's another training session in late december after the one on the 6th and another orientation session in January for those that are interested.


Just a couple of questions about the orientation/training session.

When and where is the orientation session/ training session? How do you get invited and do u have to be invited to attend those sessions?

How come u decided not to go?

[d1]

They didn't tell me exactly when the next orientation is, just that it'd be in January. The location for the one yesterday was Compass Point Inn in Surrey. Apply on their website and you should get an invite.

I'm still still in school right now and this is completely unrelated to what I'm doing so I decided to hold off for now. Another major downer is the 24/7 on call - you never really know when you're going to work so your schedule's gonna be all over the place.

[willystyle]

It gets you fit, but you need to be able to walk. A lot. Some upper body strength. Nothing too extreme. You get fit by nature of the job while doing your training.
So, how is your job like? Are you constantly on the yard doing the same repetitive task for 8 hrs per day? or you do a bit of everything, paperwork, etc.

[TekDragon]

So, how is your job like? Are you constantly on the yard doing the same repetitive task for 8 hrs per day? or you do a bit of everything, paperwork, etc.

paperwork is near zero. In the yard typically for 8+ hours a day. I can't tell you that I've had the same day twice since I've started. End up doing a beltpack shift one day, full crew the next, transfer from Lynn Creek to Thorton yard the day after. You get the idea. Lots of different things, lots of industries to learn.

To put it simply, we move box cars.

[jeffh]

thanks for the repeated heads up man, work keeps pwning me on getting out to these sessions (i live in kelowna :( ) and i cant jsut tell them to fuck off when i dont know forsure ive got a job haha

altho i know i would be a shoe in for this kind of work, i eat sleep and breath organization as it is
and im not worried about lifting or working on shit haha

[z-33]

The training was good,just needed more time in the field with hands on, starting training shifts on wed.

Also for anyone else thier looking for a 6th class with a start date of dec 6

I just applied a couple of days ago. wondering if anyone has gotten a call/interview for the class starting in dec?

[jeffh]

not yet
they will email and then there is a mass test/interview kinda thing

[z-33]

alright. thanks for the info :)

[bokyo102]

being on call, do you still get 40 hours a week? i dont mind working evening shifts or any time i just want to have 40/week or more...

[6o4allmotor]

yup you will forsure get your 40 hours as long as you dont miss a call

[z-33]

wondering if anyone heard anything for the december intake? my application online still says "not reviewed" but i only applied on the 15th of November. any info would be appreciated.

thanks

[sam0m0]

dec 6th class is the last class of the year. Class 7 starts on jan 24th.

[TekDragon]

Didn't know when class 7 started, thanks for the heads up.

[pinch101]

I too have applied online last September, CN website status reads position filled. I reapplied on Novemver 9th, has anyone heard from them regarding the October job posting.

[pinch101]

dec 6th class is the last class of the year. Class 7 starts on jan 24th.

has anyone been invited to this class?

[- kT]

clicked the link on the first page, it said nothing found

where do i go to apply?

[6o4allmotor]

Nice the spare board will be huge once these classes are qualified. unless thier is some other plan for all the people hitting the ground.

[TekDragon]

clicked the link on the first page, it said nothing found

where do i go to apply?

www.cn.ca

[z-33]

has anyone been invited to this class?

?? anyone know?

[chirikotoji]

nvm

[6o4allmotor]

The job posting is down off the site and I have not heard of any other classes other then the one starting right now.

[chirikotoji]

nvm

[hillmar]

20 new conductor positions just came available
https://prod.fadvhms.com/cnr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*F567F3B7FA4C01F5

On a side note: There seems to be alot of negative reviews about working for CN since the american's took over??!!! Alot of it has to do about backstabbing to get promoted, though I might strive in these circumstances! :devil:
http://www.ratemyemployer.ca/employer/employer.aspx?l=en&empID=596

[TekDragon]

20 new conductor positions just came available
https://prod.fadvhms.com/cnr/jobboard/JobDetails.aspx?__ID=*F567F3B7FA4C01F5

On a side note: There seems to be alot of negative reviews about working for CN since the american's took over??!!! Alot of it has to do about backstabbing to get promoted, though I might strive in these circumstances! :devil:
http://www.ratemyemployer.ca/employer/employer.aspx?l=en&empID=596

I've yet to be yelled at by my employer. I've yet to be insulted, threatened, back stabbed, or other actions of the sort. I go to work and put in my 8 hours or so, and go home. Occasionally, I get a thank you, or good work. It's not a bad line of work. Where else can you make $30 an hour with just a high school education?

[hillmar]

I've yet to be yelled at by my employer. I've yet to be insulted, threatened, back stabbed, or other actions of the sort. I go to work and put in my 8 hours or so, and go home. Occasionally, I get a thank you, or good work. It's not a bad line of work. Where else can you make $30 an hour with just a high school education?
No doubt the pay is great, and all those reviews could be wrong about working for CN .... maybe the management team is better in vancouver vs our other canadian or american counterparts! you never know I guess.

[GoneGuru]

Is it really 30 an hour, or is it just averaged that way during the hours you shift, and the hours you sit on call?

[catalin]

Anyone know what an electrical apprentice for CN makes an hour??

[catalin]

How about a conductor?

[TekDragon]

Is it really 30 an hour, or is it just averaged that way during the hours you shift, and the hours you sit on call?

When you work, it's minimum $30 an hour. More or less depending on differentials.

[saucywoman]

whats a typical day on the job as a conductor like?

[TekDragon]

whats a typical day on the job as a conductor like?

I can only speak for yard work, not road.

Show up 10 minutes before shift, get safety gear on (hi viz vest, safety glasses, boots, etc). Get radio and switch lists (list showing cars in a track and where they are to be sorted in the yard). Determine how to switch them, job brief with crew, and then execute. Once finished, talk to yardmaster for more work.

Usually involves taking inbound traffic (trains that come into the yard) and breaking it apart as per the yardmaster. Also build trains to go outbound. I hope that sheds a bit of light on it. I'm trying to not use railway terms and it's difficult.

[chirikotoji]

I understand some of you might of gotten more than one interview before getting your medical. Is that a good or a bad thing? I only received one interview before being sent to a medical. Anyways I find out tomorrow if I get hired on.

[TekDragon]

I understand some of you might of gotten more than one interview before getting your medical. Is that a good or a bad thing? I only received one interview before being sent to a medical. Anyways I find out tomorrow if I get hired on.

Most people usually get two interviews. Few exceptions are as follows: You get interviewed by Ed, and the other lady there. That counts as your two interviews. Or, you just impress them enough and you only get the one.

[chirikotoji]

Hmm, no call, even though it says on the website I'm still "in a pool" on the website. Start date is march 14 but I guess I didn't get an offer.

[TekDragon]

Well, you will know soon. If the start date is for the 14th, you can be called up to 2 weeks prior. That's all the notice I got.

[chirikotoji]

Yeah it is 2 weeks now to start date and no call, so I don't think I'm getting an offer. Oh well, not sure what could be wrong with my history, no work gaps aside from going to college, no criminal, no medical problems. Must be more qualified people that were in the pool I'm guessing. Hopefully I can find work soon :D.

[Gambino]

Are they still looking?

I am in need of a job.

[sam0m0]

they called me 3 days before start date, if you already did ur piss test then i'm sure u got the job. just gotta wait in line whoever applied online first.. if u not in for the march one then probably for the next.

[EndLeSS8]

How long does it take for them to review? I applied for a few positions on Feb 22, and I still have not been reviewed yet.

[chirikotoji]

they called me 3 days before start date, if you already did ur piss test then i'm sure u got the job. just gotta wait in line whoever applied online first.. if u not in for the march one then probably for the next.

That gives me hope, but I'm just going to assume I didn't get it since I was told I would be given a 2 week notice by the recruiter. I've already turned down a couple jobs in the past month cause I wasn't sure of this CN thing. I wish they would of gave a more direct answer instead of beating around the bush.

I still have one app in for review from 4 months ago, but the one that I got an interview for got reviewed in one night and was offered an orientation the next day.

[6o4allmotor]

I have no idea what they are planning to do with everyone, if they are still hiring. maybe ship people out just like kamloops guys

[TekDragon]

I have no idea what they are planning to do with everyone, if they are still hiring. maybe ship people out just like kamloops guys

To be fair, the rest of us in Class 1 were saying the same thing a while ago. There will be need, I'm sure, during the summer. Things always pick up then.

[skyxx]

Anyone having any issues with the new candidate login system? I can't seem to login or even recover my password. I sent an email, hopefully my status and information are still intact.

[chirikotoji]

Got the call to start on the 9th here close to home :D

[skyxx]

^ Good stuff!

[chinese-boi]

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[6o4allmotor]

enjoy the monday to friday while it lasts

[sandbox]

do you think there are any jobs that dont require any experience working with trains?

[EndLeSS8]

My job review has been pending since Feb :(

[-=K20A=-]

what type of questions should i be expecting for the interview?

[TekDragon]

what type of questions should i be expecting for the interview?

Check your PM.

[jdzle69]

Do you need experience to get hired for this??

[TekDragon]

High School, and that's about it. Experience in other railways, or heavy industry are an asset though.

[bcbound]

i applied for an electrician position with CN and it says im in a pool of candidates, I passed the interview,did the medical and physical and received an email saying i succesfully passed the screening and am in the pool. Does this mean im in? its been 11 days since i heard that i passed the screening, starting to wonder, anyone have the same thing happen?

[3style]

i applied for conductor in vancouver. i mostly have customer service/healthcare industry experience. hope they're still hiring, need another job asap!!!

[TekDragon]

i applied for an electrician position with CN and it says im in a pool of candidates, I passed the interview,did the medical and physical and received an email saying i succesfully passed the screening and am in the pool. Does this mean im in? its been 11 days since i heard that i passed the screening, starting to wonder, anyone have the same thing happen?

Yeah, I waited almost 2 months, but that was due to the olympics. I doubt they would spend the money on the medical just to have you wait around for months on end.

[bcbound]

oh wow thats quite the wait, thats what i figured though, thanks for the info

[z-33]

just to give everyone an update, i applied on the 15th of Nov, 2010 and just recieved an email today to attend an info session/testing and possible interview. its for august. 9/2011.

[Recon604]

just to give everyone an update, i applied on the 15th of Nov, 2010 and just recieved an email today to attend an info session/testing and possible interview. its for august. 9/2011.

LOL holy tats a long time...

[Teh Doucher]

I got an email to attend the info session on august 9th as well. What kinds of questions should I expect during this information/screening session?
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[Teh Doucher]

Oh and I'm a pot smoker. How long after this info session do they do the medical testing? I'm thinking it's some point in time after an interview at their offices right?
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[skyxx]

usually if they like you right after the interview, they send you to a Professional medical lab to get you tested. So GG.

[Teh Doucher]

Fuck.
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[skyxx]

Since you smoke pot alot I assume it will stay in your body for a while. At least for a couple of months.

[Teh Doucher]

well there goes that idea.

Edit: fuck it, I'm gonna take a shot at it anyways. Does anyone know what kinds of questions they ask you during this info session?

[6o4allmotor]

Basic common sense questions very easy to pass.

[z-33]

well there goes that idea.

Edit: fuck it, I'm gonna take a shot at it anyways. Does anyone know what kinds of questions they ask you during this info session?

Hey I heard they don't do drug test on the spot. I heard its a basic test, plus a interview, and if they like u from there u go get a drug test taken dt. So if u pass you'll still have a shot. Just try detoxing ur body. Drink shit loads of water and drink half a glass of vinegar b4 the test. :)
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[no_limit187]

Did anyone pass, and going for medical?
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[Teh Doucher]

i ended up failing the test. i dont care either way, that same day i ended up getting an email back from a company that i actually really want to work for..

[mkings]

What's the minumum age requirement if they're still hiring?

[TekDragon]

18

[EndLeSS8]

I still haven't heard back since Feb

[iforyou]

I had an interesting experience.....

I applied for this position last year in early summer. I was invited to do the test and I passed it. I went in for an interview and they said I passed that part as well. But I also told them that I was going to be out of town for a couple of weeks and they were cool with that. When I got back....I never heard back from them...fortunately, I got another job lined up.

[6o4allmotor]

best thing that happened to you job is the biggest joke ever

[10051981]

Why is that? ^

[Jayyy]

Hi, anyone there like me I applied for signal and communication apprentice job and finished medicals on April 4th still haven't heard anything