Hello everyone. I'm new to the forum but I have enjoyed reading all the information. It's great to get an insiders view of the railroad and how things really work.
My questions are about a MOW position (track laborer) that is open locally in Nampa, Idaho for UP. I was wanting some info on the type of pay a new hire can expect and if this position gererally lays off for the winter months?
I have a job now that would let me find employment pretty easily if I was laid off for 3-4 months in the winter. I was also wondering what the physical agility test was all about? I am not in really bad shape but not in great shape either and was wondering how this would affect my chances for this position? I enjoy working outdoors and I am looking for a change from my job now ( floor covering installer). I think a union job would be a great improvment from my current one as union jobs are hard to come by around here. Thanks for any light anyone can shed on these questions for me. Dan
My questions are about a MOW position (track laborer) that is open locally in Nampa, Idaho for UP. I was wanting some info on the type of pay a new hire can expect and if this position gererally lays off for the winter months?
I have a job now that would let me find employment pretty easily if I was laid off for 3-4 months in the winter. I was also wondering what the physical agility test was all about? I am not in really bad shape but not in great shape either and was wondering how this would affect my chances for this position? I enjoy working outdoors and I am looking for a change from my job now ( floor covering installer). I think a union job would be a great improvment from my current one as union jobs are hard to come by around here. Thanks for any light anyone can shed on these questions for me. Dan