Reply to "What Members Work On Real Railroads?"

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bluelinec4 posted:
Dan Padova posted:
When I retired from the Carpenters Union in 2004, I wanted to look for a job with SEPTA or possibly Amtrak. I wish I had persisted. Some opinions from forum members of other forums, who had worked for railroads, made me abandon the effort. I was only 57 at the time and had and still have a young outlook on life. Oh well, can't cry over spilt milk.
Dan
I went to work as a Motorman for the NYCMTA when I was 56 It was a bucket list thing I wanted to do and am loving every minute of it. I retired from IBm after 32 years and I can honestly say I now have the easiest job in the world. The hours stink but they pay me to play with trains

Although I work on aircraft 777-787-747, it's still good to know that at my age I can retire and still fulfill my childhood dream!!! I've always wanted to be a motorman for the greatest subway system in the world!

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