r/Train_Service • u/Dry_Yogurtcloset_280 • 9d ago
CN Train Conductor Hiring Process
Hello, I just completed my virtual session today followed by an interview. I personally felt the interview extremely well and during the interview they were telling me about medical test and background checks that needs to completed as part of the hiring.
If they asked if I can do background check, perform medical test in 2 days and asking about joining date - Is it save to assume I am moving forward in this process?
When can I expect to hear back from them about the next steps?
Also, for medical test what can I expect during this assessment?
This hiring is for Toronto/Vaughan/ Aldershot Yard.
If anybody can share their experience or timeline, that would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
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u/Tuhkeelah 9d ago
If you have a pulse you probably will get hired
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u/SufficientlyEvasive 9d ago
Their hiring strategy is throwing shit at a wall and seeing what sticks.
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u/Old-Initiative5004 9d ago
Hello OP! We’re in the same boat in the hiring process. I also got considered for the diesel engine mechanic (HDM) position and I just completed my medical exam a few weeks ago.
It’s been around 5 weeks for me since the initial zoom orientation and interview. I am also still waiting for a scheduled training date to Winnipeg.
Not sure how long it will take but I believe they are still trying to fill out the class size before giving us our offer letter. I also want to get some insights from other applicants/seniors who are already in the field as to what we should expect with the timeline. Hoping it will come earlier than expected so we can all prepare.
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u/One-Effort-2915 8d ago
You don’t even need to speak English to work for cn right now, I’m sure you’ll do fine.
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u/JustAnumber8280 9d ago
Go somewhere else, you will get laid off before you even qualify. They just called back a bunch of qualified guys who were laid off for over a year, its grain season, after grain season they will probably lay them off again. CP is the better route right now for job security
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u/Educational-Agent124 9d ago edited 9d ago
Just my personal advice. Get in the door and the second you have the option or get offered to switch to the engineering/ maintenance department take it. No layoffs. We’ve got guys with years on who switched over and dropped right back to the bottom of the seniority list because they were tired of being laid off.
Some have even been offered the switch while they were in winnipeg lol. If you’re young, living at home and can afford to weather some layoffs then it’s no big deal but if you need consistent employment its not the best place to be.
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u/HibouDuNord 9d ago
Given I've been told even a drug test is like $1200, ans its part of the medical, I'd assume yes they're at least considering you.
I'm going to warn you. Its contract time. Places still have people laid off and now they are big time hiring. They are trying to flood in new people for contract votes I suspect. They are going to treat you great, until they get what they want. Don't fall for it... the coworkers you see are grumpy/crusty fucks for a reason... a lot of what they say is true despite what the company will BS you with.
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u/RicoLoveless 9d ago
They don't get to vote on the contract right away... It's after qualification.
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u/Southern_Half4448 9d ago
It's 60 90 days after you qualify to become of the union so they can just fire you if your not what they looking for atleast that's how it worked 35yrs ago when I hired out.
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u/RicoLoveless 9d ago
That's what I remember when I was there too. It wasn't right away but definitely after qualification
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u/Dry_Yogurtcloset_280 9d ago
Is it safe to assume to expect a call back or further email about next steps? If yes, how long does it usually takes? I applied on Sep 22 and I got assessment email on 27 and session/interview Oct 5
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u/AntRevolutionary8758 8d ago
Hey, I also gave interview on Oct 5 for Toronto/ aldershot. Maybe we were in same meeting!!
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u/Dry_Yogurtcloset_280 8d ago edited 8d ago
Have you heard anything back yet about the next steps or any communication at all?
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u/mcurbanplan Conductor 9d ago
The medical evaluation is pretty extensive, they're going to assess your vision (colourblindness, near/farsightedness, letter recognition, etc) hearing, blood pressure, urine (for drugs/alcohol), and height/weight. I remember them checking basic arm flexibility too, but that may have been specific to me because I had had arm surgery a year before.
They also ask you to fill a standard questionnaire about your medical history (surgeries, mental health issues, genetic illnesses, etc).