BNSF Railway Company Mock Interview
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Question 20 of 30
Do you have any questions or concerns about this role, what it entails, or about working for BNSF Railway?
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Railway workers who are new to the industry are more likely to quit within their first year of being hired than most other jobs. Therefore, your interviewer is trying to gauge whether your expectations align with the realities of the job. Despite the reasons motivating you to pursue this opportunity, they need assurance you'll follow through on your commitments. So, if you have questions or concerns about this position, they'd rather you address them now, as opposed to after they exhausted their resources to onboard and train you for success in this role.
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
What do you foresee as the biggest challenge I'll face in my first 90 days of employment? What are the most common infractions employees are written up for? What would BNSF's leadership teams really like to see changed, and how could one do a better job supporting them? How engaged are the employees, and is the union a unifier, or is it divisive concerning the workforce and the company? Do BNSF's rail workers have many interactions with the public, or is that strictly limited to corporate and the BNSF police? I saw on the company's FAQs page the issue of train horns going off in quiet zones. Is this a common complaint? I've always loved the sound of a train horn going off in the distance, and have seen it as a necessary safety measure, whether concerning people or wildlife. How often do you get requests for hazmat materials moving through a community?
Kevin Downey has an extensive background in business management, recruiting, branding and marketing. He's volunteered his career coaching services at job fairs, lecturing on interview techniques and crafting winning resumes and cover letters.
After having explored this set, consider all the questions you could ask, which would make you stand apart from the talent pool of candidates they are interviewing. When framing your questions, maintain a positive and professional tone. Showcase your communication skills by gaining clarification anywhere you feel more information is required to make smart decisions. Ask questions that demonstrate your drive and determination. Include questions that illustrate your engagement and determination to succeed. Ask for their professional insights and advice for succeeding in the job. Inquire about the most commonly repeated infractions that BNSF employees are written up for. Probe deeper to gain a better understanding of their leadership styles and who you'll be working with.
Comb through their public-facing site, and explore their frequently asked questions. These are the issues they are most frequently confronted with by the public, such as train horns going off in quiet zones. And think outside of the box. If you see something that you feel doesn't apply to you as a candidate, before moving on, ask yourself whether it would apply to you as an employee. Approaching the questions you can ask your BNSF interviewer this way shows that you are the type of employee who is always thinking ahead, anticipating what is just beyond the bend.
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If hired, what do you believe will be my biggest hurdle in the first 90 days?
- What is the most significant change your industry has gone through this year?
Marcie's Feedback
These are great questions to ask! They show that you are interested in both the industry and understanding how to excel in this particular role. You might start your answer by saying that you're very excited about this opportunity and then ask your questions, just to remind the interviewer right upfront of how interested you are in this job. Good job!
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Thank you for asking! I do not have any concerns, but I do have a couple of questions. What do you foresee as the biggest challenge I will face, in my first 90 days of employment? I want to start strong and come prepared to meet these challenges. What is the most significant change your industry has gone through this year?
Marcie's Feedback
Great job! Your answer shows that you are confident yet eager to learn, which the interviewer will appreciate. The questions you've chosen to ask also give the impression that you want to excel within the position and at the company. Excellent!
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