Working as an on board attendant

Hey folks,

I've got an interview lined up for an On-Train Service Attendant position with VIA and would love to hear from anyone who's been in the role or knows about it.

  1. What kind of hours do attendants typically work? I've heard shifts can be quite long, but I'm wondering how many hours I can expect to work weekly, do you consistently manage to fall within 35/40?

  2. How often are you away, and for how long? Is it common to be on the road for multiple days at a time? I believe they mentioned that it would not go over 48 hours, but is it a common occurance?

  3. What does a typical day look like? Beyond assisting passengers and serving meals, are there other responsibilities or challenges to be aware of?

Also, if there are any other insights or aspects of the job and hiring process that you'd recommend I consider, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Thanks a ton for your help!