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Brian, Needles is hard to hold over the winter. I couldn't hold there this past winter. The BNSF is hiring alot this year. Supposed to be two more classes in KC this year (July and August). Be ware! Alot of these classes are furloughed right outta class! I would be willing to bet that these last classes in KC won't work more that a month or two this year. Do not, I repeat do not try to hire on the MOW on any RR. The foot in the door idea doesn't work. If you hire on MOW and plan on a craft transfer, you will start all over in seniority. A few numbers may make the difference between holding and being furloughed. MOW furloughes a good part of the year, even for guys with good seniority. Not trying to discourage, but, it is a hard gig. Not the work as much as just trying to stay marked up and working. I'm still waiting for this mass exodous from the 30/60 retirements that they keep talking about. I just don't see it happening. As far as working, if you hired out today on the BNSF, I would anticipate that you would be furloughed at least 4-6 months outta the year for at least the first 5 years (getting less each year). Sad, but true. They don't tell you this in the hiring sessions. Be ready to move too. Your best bet is in a larger terminal hiring session. I hired in a small town and was up against brothers, friends and cousins that were shoe-ins. If you do get an interview, preach safety and how safe you are! Also, dress up! No blue jeans! I spoke with the H/R guy after I was hired and he said that this means alot. Also make it clear that you are willing to relocate. They wanna hear that. Portray that you are a "team player," that is also important. Don't come across as a foamer. Come across as a hard working guy that is looking for a good career. (I don't know how much of a good career it is anymore). That's my 1.5 cents. Good luck. <br />Ken
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