by testlightst
This is my first post on here but would love to get some information before deciding on a major career change . Any information, tips or advise will be appreciated. First off I'm 35 and married to a woman that I love to no end . I've been working at a job for 14 years where I get paid very well for this area ( about 50k- 55k annual ) and have seniority and home at nights. My wife is very understandung in whatever choice I make but I have a few questions regarding train crew employment at Union Pacific . I know that a train crew is basically a step behind a conductor. How long does it normally take on average to become a conductor?
Also I would love to get as much detailed info on how all the " undisturbed time " works and how that starts and the mandatory rest periods. I've read tons of posts about the time away from home and I realize that . Just would like to know when one can expect some time home .from what I get. You leave your home terminal and when you get to your away from home terminal a 16 hour clock starts before they pay you while waiting . But also there is a 10 mandatory rest period ? I would like to get a better understanding on all of this .
My goal is to be a conductor. Thanks for the help everyone .
Also I would love to get as much detailed info on how all the " undisturbed time " works and how that starts and the mandatory rest periods. I've read tons of posts about the time away from home and I realize that . Just would like to know when one can expect some time home .from what I get. You leave your home terminal and when you get to your away from home terminal a 16 hour clock starts before they pay you while waiting . But also there is a 10 mandatory rest period ? I would like to get a better understanding on all of this .
My goal is to be a conductor. Thanks for the help everyone .