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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...

Does the Keystone change crews in Philly, or is it the same crew from NY to Harrisburg? Just curious.

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...