Prime in Pittston (NE regional tanker... I think)

Discussion in 'Prime' started by cableguy9508, Jan 2, 2013.

  1. cttrucker

    cttrucker Bobtail Member

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    Cableguy, yes the terminal is nice, you will be staying at the clarion just north of the terminal. Yes they do have 2 simulators at the terminal.
     
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  3. mimidove9

    mimidove9 Bobtail Member

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    Hello. My husband was all new to truck driving. He went to PRIME training. Had an excellent trainer, drove company one year, then lease are doing great! PRIME treats us real well. If you want to do lease or owner--learn the business end and keep your own meticulous records. Any problems or issues or confusion-get with fleet mgr. or Mr. Lacey directly, and don't turn down to many loads, or get violations. PRIME is pretty strict and has high performance expectations, but is a good company to work for and PRIME treats their drivers well. Salt Lake City terminal is best for repairs and maintenance. Springfield best accomodations and food and fun! Pittston has the BEST washers and dryers, but not so good on the food and staff. Mr. Lowe Springfield and wonderful Christmas parties at all three terminals. We really enjoy PRIME!
     
  4. cableguy9508

    cableguy9508 Bobtail Member

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    thanks for the info everyone! I was starting to worry the thread got shot down before it was in the air.

    hey cttrucker, when you stay at the clarion, do they have a restaurant and are the meals covered or should I budget for meals, bring food, etc??
     
  5. cttrucker

    cttrucker Bobtail Member

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    At the clarion they have a breakfast or u can eat at the terminal. The cafe will have your name on the new orientation list. But do figure on bringing some cash with you.
     
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  6. Spark Gap

    Spark Gap Bobtail Member

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    I guess PRIME tankers are real, then... I was beginning to suspect they were a myth, as I'd never seen one - then today I've seen four in one day! :biggrin_2556:
     
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  7. cableguy9508

    cableguy9508 Bobtail Member

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    Okay, I'm back on track. A few hiccups here and a set back there, I finally have the shiny piece of plastic that says "commercial drivers license". Woo Hoo!!! Off to Pittston on the 18th for orientation! I'm super stoked and ready to share with you guys. Any thoughts on bringing my laptop with me? I do all my banking online and wouldn't want to be without, but I heard warnings against it. Thoughts?
     
  8. cl8936

    cl8936 Light Load Member

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    Who would warn against a laptop? Only thing you might be concerned about is a roommate running off with it. :p I brought my laptop when I went to orientation and have had it every time I've been near a terminal, never leave w/ out it.

    Why do you think it could be a problem?
     
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  9. cableguy9508

    cableguy9508 Bobtail Member

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    In hindsight I guess it was a stoopid question. I saw some post somewhere (they all kind of run together after awhile) where they warned against bringing one. Made it sound like I'd get whipped with a tire thumper and robbed of it when I walked in the lobby. Thanks.
     
  10. cableguy9508

    cableguy9508 Bobtail Member

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    Hey cl8936, aren't you in the NE tanker division?
     
  11. cl8936

    cl8936 Light Load Member

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    I just switched to tanker, running OTR.
     
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