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[quote]QUOTE: <i>Originally posted by ericsp</i> <br /><br />Well, I applyed with UP. I am not sure I will take the job if it is offered. <br /> <br />I noticed that SJVR has an opening for a machinist. I have a question, probably up Randy Stahl's alley. I have a degree in mechanical engineering and have worked on vehicles, however, I do not have any other experience with maintenance or fabricating parts. Do you think I have any chance of getting this job? I am guessing no. <br />[/quote] <br /> <br />Eric- <br /> <br />Having worked out there for a bit and knowing many folks on the short line side of the business, let me just say this: short lines tend to look for people with Class 1 experience in their primary job. So your degree and lack of experience as a machinist would probably put you one step better than a high school grad with no experience at all. That said, if you want to be a machinist send in your resume'. One key rule about RR jobs, nothing ventured, nothing gained. <br /> <br />LC
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