I applied in-person. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at CN (Edmonton, AB) in Sept 2008
Interview
Short presentation followed by switching test with 15 questions such as: train abcde & siding cars wxyz need to be switched out resulting in train abcwxdeyz. How many moves? in what sequence?
Interview in afternoon. Questions such as : You're the conductor on a train when you lokk back & see sparks coming off a wheel. What do you do? Ever work with someone you just can't get along with? How do you handle it?
Drug test & medical - blood pressure, eyesight, hearing.
Interview questions [1]
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Insisted on answering/describing a negative work experience
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at CN (Saskatoon, SK) in Aug 2023
Interview
They asked the usual questions about safety, attitude and situational awareness. How id react to certain things. Fairly friendly interviewers. Overall it was a good experience. I got an offer but declined due to health reasons.
online - stick to conductor duties and keep pushing safety, in everything. Working a flexible schedule with regular and predictable attendance, in line with the 24/7 railroading environmentMeeting medical fitness requirements for the position, including those established by the Railway Association of Canada, such as the ability to recognize and distinguish between the colors of signals
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Question 1
Working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
My call for interview took almost 1 month after applying…… Session related to overview of CN………. Session is Followed by Personal interview The Result in one week….. It was easy and comfortable interview …………..
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Question 1
Why to work in CN? Your past working experience? What is safety?
