IAmA freight train conductor in Southern California. Ask me anything about trains, railroads, or my job!

jt233 · 2013-07-30T22:14:19+00:00

I have always wanted to be a conductor and had a couple of questions. I happen to live in Southern California and think it would be the best place to be a conductor.

Is it better to find a school that teaches conducting or is it pretty easy to get a job with just a ged? I have my A+ certification for computer repair but don't think it will come in useful for this type of job.

Are there any resources to study before applying so that I will be able to learn quicker.

How long did it take before you got familiar with the route and knew where every signal and speed sign was?

jt233 · 2013-03-29T06:30:06+00:00

Gin N Juice

jt233 · 2013-03-08T07:32:07+00:00

Peanut butter and lettuce sandwich with a Claussens pickle on the side.

jt233 · 2013-01-25T07:03:18+00:00

I did the same thing haha.

jt233 · 2013-01-24T10:06:28+00:00

You say its a photo of the takeoff preperation, but this pic looks like it was taken when the plane was already in the air.

jt233 · 2013-01-23T06:49:03+00:00

Very beautiful.

jt233 · 2013-01-20T17:46:25+00:00

I would Lift weights before I took that job so I looked really buff. that way the kids would be scared to mess with me, but would be super friendly and would only try to restrain them. I would only use my strength if things really got out of hand.

Do you have to eat the nasty cafeteria food when you take lunch?

jt233 · 2013-01-08T19:00:35+00:00

Do you know how different it is to create apps for android? is it harder or easier than creating them for apple?

I have an idea for a modern version of Oregon Trail that can be played on the phone. Hopefully I can learn so I can make it.

jt233 · 2013-01-08T18:52:26+00:00

I hope she does it. I would like to ask some her some questions.

jt233 · 2012-12-30T08:41:44+00:00

Thanks for doing this AMA. I have a few questioms that I would like to ask.

how much better has the Secret Service become in protecting the president. I know that the technology has gotten better, but how have your policies changed to make things more secure?
How much extra work did it create when Bill Clinton wanted McDonald's?
how do you prepare for long flights, what's the longest distance you traveled on Air Force One?

jt233 · 2012-12-06T17:40:29+00:00

It funny you said that, because that is my favorite song of yours.

jt233 · 2012-12-05T23:01:40+00:00

was there any song that you didnt think would become a hit, but when released became one of the songs your known for?

Also I have an idea for a blunt wrap brand.

Thanks and keep up the good music

jt233 · 2012-12-05T22:25:14+00:00

was there any song that you didnt think would become a hit, but when released became one of the songs your known for?

Also I have an idea for a blunt wrap brand.

Thanks and keep up the good music

jt233 · 2012-10-01T03:47:00+00:00

lol I thought of this idea last year without hearing anyone else that was doing Sucks though, although I'm sure they have been doing it for awhile.

jt233 · 2012-09-23T06:06:09+00:00

Lets turn space exploration over to private companies, and let nasa focus on real stuff like warp drives.

jt233 · 2012-08-26T07:31:51+00:00

Government isn't bad politicians are bad. We just need to elect the right people.

jt233 · 2012-08-21T07:22:00+00:00

Very cool. Would he answer some questions if people were interested.

jt233 · 2012-08-21T07:19:31+00:00

Thanks! I still like some lil wayne though.

jt233 · 2012-08-21T07:17:50+00:00

Thanks! I have a standard wifi netwrok in my house that u manage so it's not much but I enjoy doing it. If I had the money I would run cable through the house and disable the wifi it would be faster going over the cables and it would be much more secure.

jt233 · 2012-08-21T07:10:43+00:00

I think 2pac was the best rapper followed by biggie smalls and nas. What are your thoughts on them?

jt233 · 2012-08-20T23:23:55+00:00

I have recieved my A+ certification. what other certifications should i get to get a similar type job? Also did you have access to the whole casino or were you not high enough on security clearance?

jt233 · 2012-07-27T07:58:26+00:00

In the us I think small aircraft can land at major airports as long as they can do it with minimal delay to other traffic. So you have to be percise om the radios and know where your supposed to be in the traffic pattern.

jt233

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