Calling off during the 90 day period, what can I expect?

[IffyrTM]

Hey all, new to this forum.

I got a job a month ago as an Inbound/GM TM, and I am not going to lie my attendance has been iffy and I'm worried about my position.

So, when I was hired on, they placed me for a 5-130 shift per day, which I actually enjoy because I get off earlier.

My first week, I got the flu, I used the MyTime app to submit the call offs and when I got back after those two days, I talked to my direct TL and he said not to worry, things happen, and didn't even expect a Drs. note.

Well I worked the next couple of weeks with no issues, but honestly, the last 3 days has been nothing but terrible for my older sister (who struggles with health issues) and I called off twice again to take care of her. But I think I made it worse, because my SD called my yesterday night, and asked "Are you able to come in tomorrow" and I didn't give a definitive answer but he put me on for 7-130 today.

Listen, I know I might catch flack (Which I deserve) but I'm not sure what's going to happen next, I have access to MyTime, Workday, etc. And didn't get a call from the SD today. When he called yesterday he asked if I was okay, and I told him the family situation, and that it'll be resolving shortly, he said attendance hadn't been great, and I'd need to "bounce back".

I'm prepared for whatever at this point. I'm in college and I need this job, but these unforseen things have taken me out of the loop, and at my past job usually people are understanding so I'm not sure


EDIT: Thank you all for the kind responses, I honestly had expected to be let go today, but my TL pulled me aside to talk to our ETL and the ETL pretty much said "Its a personal matter, you're good, but if things continue, we can't stop discipline" also, I know ASANTS, but my store does not do the instant term for attendance for 90 days, my TL said there's still 3 CA's that need to be done. Anyway, all good here, just looking towards the future now!

 

[Black Sheep 214]

Hey all, new to this forum.

I got a job a month ago as an Inbound/GM TM, and I am not going to lie my attendance has been iffy and I'm worried about my position.

So, when I was hired on, they placed me for a 5-130 shift per day, which I actually enjoy because I get off earlier.

My first week, I got the flu, I used the MyTime app to submit the call offs and when I got back after those two days, I talked to my direct TL and he said not to worry, things happen, and didn't even expect a Drs. note.

Well I worked the next couple of weeks with no issues, but honestly, the last 3 days has been nothing but terrible for my older sister (who struggles with health issues) and I called off twice again to take care of her. But I think I made it worse, because my SD called my yesterday night, and asked "Are you able to come in tomorrow" and I didn't give a definitive answer but he put me on for 7-130 today.

Listen, I know I might catch flack (Which I deserve) but I'm not sure what's going to happen next, I have access to MyTime, Workday, etc. And didn't get a call from the SD today. When he called yesterday he asked if I was okay, and I told him the family situation, and that it'll be resolving shortly, he said attendance hadn't been great, and I'd need to "bounce back".

I'm prepared for whatever at this point. I'm in college and I need this job, but these unforseen things have taken me out of the loop, and at my past job usually people are understanding so I'm not sure

Welcome! Sorry to say, but you appear to be on very thin ice if your attendance doesn’t improve immediately. The fact that the SD called to ask about your situation may be a sign that they are going to give you a last chance, please don’t waste it. My fingers are crossed that you worked that 7-1:30 shift today, if not, I hope that shift wasn’t your last chance. As you probably know, in your first 90 days you can be terminated for anything, and when your SD told you to “bounce back” that’s something you need to do ASAP. Your SD sounds a lot more understanding than most, to be honest, probationary TMs at my store have been termed for less. Good luck, hope it works out well for you.

 

[IffyrTM]

Welcome! Sorry to say, but you appear to be on very thin ice if your attendance doesn’t improve immediately. The fact that the SD called to ask about your situation may be a sign that they are going to give you a last chance, please don’t waste it. My fingers are crossed that you worked that 7-1:30 shift today, if not, I hope that shift wasn’t your last chance. As you probably know, in your first 90 days you can be terminated for anything, and when your SD told you to “bounce back” that’s something you need to do ASAP. Your SD sounds a lot more understanding than most, to be honest, probationary TMs at my store have been termed for less. Good luck, hope it works out well for you.

I won't lie, I didn't work today either, is it better to just even go in at this point tomorrow? Or should I just silently quit

 

[MrT]

Do you actually want the job then go to work. If you dont call the store director or HR and say im sorry but Im not able to continue working here. Silent quitting shouldn't be the answer especially if they are giving you am opportunity to improve. They'll understand and atleast have an opportunity to replace your shifts. Should show the same respect back that you get. If they were not respectful to you id understand not showing up anymore, but that doesnt seem to be the case. Again if you want the job go in, if they ask just say sorry I will be here for my shifts going forward. If they dont say anything put your head down and show up to work.

 

[Luck]

How likely they are to actually fire you is going to be directly tied to how desperate they are for help.
Keep working as long as you can, no point in ghosting them if you still do actually want to work.

They will do a lot of posturing but in reality when you are a part timer and they are low on support, they wont fire you unless you are a poor worker otherwise, or they happen to have a surplus of applications and are confident they can replace you.

What is most likely is they will start scheduling you less until you regain trust as being reliable.

 

[Hardlinesmaster]

Welcome! You are on thin ice like others have said.

 

[Captain Orca]

Iff, re the OP if you need the job do the job and stop screwing around. You're a kid and have a lot to learn. It's a pretty decent gig, an experience builder and if you pay attention you may learn something. Admit fault, take what chances they are giving you and give 125%,