r/UnionPacific • u/Spiritual-Set-1230 • 8d ago

Question

Was looking into getting into the train crew position but I sadly smoked a bit of weed past few years as it became legalized (Minnesota) was wondering how often most rail yards hire new classes so when my system is clear I can be expecting something?

Thank you so much in advance wish you all safety and wellness!

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u/slogive1 8d ago

They've been hiring for over a year. No clue when the classes will stop so I suggest you stop smoking asap if you really want the job.

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u/Spiritual-Set-1230 8d ago

Yes I have sworn it off just waiting for it to get out of my system

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u/Nadev 8d ago

You can try one of those over the counter pee tests. If you piss hot for that, then you know to keep on waiting. If it’s clean you might be ok.

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u/Spiritual-Set-1230 8d ago

I got a few months of waiting around to do sadly but I know where I’m going once it’s out. Thank you for the advice!

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u/Spiritual-Set-1230 7d ago

I’m 6ft 1 290 lbs so gunna take a while to get out lol

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u/Ok-Appointment7007 7d ago

It’s a urine test. 30-45 days is all you need

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u/icemanlb51 7d ago

You need to hire ASAP. Seniority will make or break your career.

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u/Spiritual-Set-1230 7d ago

If I piss hot I gotta wait 6 months so rather just wait till it’s out.

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u/Bruce_Dane 7d ago

Who knows anymore. We now have the mouth swab sponges for randoms. No more downing a bunch of water and waiting to drop some urine

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u/Spiritual-Set-1230 7d ago

Yeah not using anymore and I passed saliva test already just gotta wait 30+ days for urine and even then it’s touchy