From left, Marc Shanahan, track laborer, and Israel Pantoia, truck driver

Marc Shanahan, track laborer
Was there anything in training that you were not expecting?
“I did not know what to expect. I had no experience with the railroad.”

What was the most helpful thing in training?
“All the small tricks you learn from the veterans. I would like to say thanks for taking the time to shows us. They teach us as they are doing it.”

Any first impressions of the company?
“It is more like a family. Everyone has each others’ back out here.”

Favorite part about your job?
“Being outside. I also like the physical labor.”

Any advice to new hires?
“Be patient and have a sense of humor.”

What are you interested in?
“Spending time with my family. I like working on my house in my free time, camping and anything outdoors.”

Israel Pantoia, truck driver
Was there anything in training that you were not expecting?
“The labor intensity. It started out easy going, then a month in you see how much goes into it.”

What was the most helpful thing in training?
“The veterans — being able to pick their brains. Also, they can get it in one try so they help if we get frustrated.”

Any first impressions of the company?
“It shows a lot of care for employees.”

Favorite part about your job?
“The job atmosphere is great. We are building America’s future.”

Any advice to new hires?
“Be ready to learn.”

What are you interested in?
“School. I am going back for civil engineering.”