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Saturday, September 24, 2011

The GAT Test and Interview with Canada Post

The GAT test is multiple choice, with timed sections,  and takes about two hours to complete .  The sections include: noting whether two addresses are the same or different; math equations on adding, subtraction, division, multiplication, and a couple of fractions-without the aid of a calculator; two memory tests whereby you are given five minutes to memorize five sets of various addresses, page is turned, then you given a multiple choice questions about which set an address belongs to; and lastly you read a paragraphs about a certain topic such a health and safety memo and then answer questions to test your comprehension of the material.  Your results are calculated within twenty minutes and if you pass then you are informed about the position details and to expect a call to arrange an interview.
The interview is slated to take an hour , and you are expected to provide examples from your previous work experience on a few of the questions. The questions will vary of course, but here is an example of a typical interview: you are asked to  provide a work example where you received praise for a job well done; what would you do if you  arrived for your shift and saw that your work space was untidy (which is a potential safety hazard); to provide an example of how you handled strife amongst the members when you worked within a team; what would  you do with your time if your tasks were completed early and you had nothing left to do during your shift; and lastly what would you do if a saw a fellow employee using racial slurs against another employee. I would suggest that your curb your answers to the position attributes that were listed in the job description, or find information about how to answer common interview questions.