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[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by ValleyX Ha, I'm inattentive, there's the answer right there in your post, 65. Still, I was wondering how many disappeared early on, I have always heard that they lose some when they explain the job, painting all the worst-case scenarios, and lose some when they make it clear that you're subject to testing. I am guessing they might lose some when they announce that some of the training will require two trips to McDonough, GA. And, it's amazing to me to ask someone who has been around for a period of five or six years how many are left who they started with. The answer is frequently two or three and in some cases, the answer will be, "I'm the only one left". [/quote] OK, to answer your question....65 showed at first...and the initial orientation was obviously designed to weed (excuse the pun [}:)] ) out the light hearted. The guy repeated with emphasis 4 times in a row "the drug test you will be given, will id EVERY SUBSTANCE you have taken during the past 90 days" Then even went as far as to say that even if somone attempted to use a masking substance, that their test was good enough to even ID which brand of masking agent they used.... Then, there was a break period, at the begining of which it was encouraged that only people serious about working for the railroad, return after the break. Only 2 or 3 split. Then, we filled out the applications, they read them, and then anounced the names of the survivors. I expected to get cut.....and my jaw about hit the ground when my name was announced. Perhaps 22-28 people survived the first cut Then we took their math and linguistic aptitude timed test, and the crazy 206 question "Hogan" personality assessment test. Then we went to lunch while they graded tests. Upon return, my jaw fell even further when they read off my name the second time telling me to stay...and this time the ones who got cut took it pretty hard. After that, my "interview" was more of an emotional litmus test, trying to confirm beyond any doubt, that I was serious in saying that I was willing to work 30 out of every 31 days, if need be... than it was a look back at my past performance in previous jobs. As far as the drug tests are concerned,...well..hehe heh, a few years ago I woulda been one of the ones walking out after that anouncement. But, times change, and I actually managed to get bored with recreational chemistry.. 90 days? HEH,....I could claim 90 weeks, with ease... even twice that... So, I'm not too worried.. Shoot, I don't even drink anymore... they will be getting a clean Gene if they hire me... [8D]
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