I was unfortunately fired after 2 months with the company (it wasn't Amtrak). They said "I wasn't picking up the job at the rate we need you to be". I would like to try to get hired by another railroad, since I did get valuable experience in those 2 months. I have no idea though what to put on...
Is it because they have so many applicants? Do they want prior railroad experience? I get the feeling they have a high veteran preference. I've been trying to become a Conductor there for a while. I've been a freight Conductor for about 2 months. Is 2 months too soon to apply to Amtrak again...
I know this question isn't directly related to Amtrak, but it is serious. I've been a Conductor on a freight railroad for about 3 weeks, and I'm having a lot of problems with anxiety. There is still a lot to the job that I still don't know, and that is unsettling as well. I even considered...
I'm currently a Conductor for a regional freight railroad. I was wondering how one gets that job. It must be an awesome job (no throwing switches, working in a climate controlled cab, not much walking or climbing, mostly clear signals lol), though I would imagine the responsibility is huge! Are...