You will have to talk to recruiter and find out what you need to do. Some drivers that already had CDL and on the road experience had to start at the Academy and some got to go with a mentor.
Diary of a New Swift Driver
Discussion in 'Swift' started by Gold_Miner, Nov 16, 2011.
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Congratulations, Tom!
Went by school today but missed you. See you on the road.
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Yes you will see me on the road... I GOT MY CDL YESTERDAY!!!!
Swift Academy in San Antonio is awesome....
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Congrats Gold Miner...I been out with my mentor and have 76 hours so far towards my 240...Your gonna have a blast after orientation and on the road...Hope to see you out there and be safe for the holidays ...
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Congats Gold. I stopped at the Academy the other day while you were testing to see if you were back and to say hello to my old friend Matt, who was one of the instructors with you at DPS.
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My name is Tom as well..LoL..
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Ok I here is what I am bringing to orientation and to leave with my mentor...
What to bring with you!
1. CDL A License
2. Medical Card and Medical Evaluation From Doctor
3. Swift Certificate
4. Orientation Info Sheet
5. Phase II Mentor Training Program Sheet (Need to fax to Virginia after 50 hours).
6. Bus Ticket
7. Cell Phone
8. $200
9. Large Duffle Bag
10. Sleeping Bag and Pillows
11. 2 Bath Towels
12. Baby Butt Wipes
13. 81mg Aspirin
14. Zrytec or Claritin
15. Gout Medication
16. Aspirin, Alka-Seltzer, Aleve
17. CPAP Machine, 12-Volt Connection, Multi-port lighter connection
18. Cold Weather Carharts
19. Rain Gear
20. Leather Hat
21. Leather Gloves
22. Razor and Shaving Cream
23. Tooth Brush and Paste
24. Deodorant
25. 2 rolls of quarters, $20 in crisp one dollar bills
26. 4 pair of Jeans
27. 6 Tee Shirts (4 Long Sleeve, 2 Short Sleave)
28. 6 Underwear
29. 6 Socks
30. Belt / Suspenders
This is my list, yours may vary. I posted this to help others.
Anyone else have other suggestions that I need to add?
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