Diary of a New Swift Driver

Discussion in 'Swift' started by Gold_Miner, Nov 16, 2011.

  1. Gold_Miner

    Gold_Miner Medium Load Member

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    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.
     
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  3. A21CAV

    A21CAV Road Train Member

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    Congratulations, Tom!
    Went by school today but missed you. See you on the road.
    Frank
     
  4. Gold_Miner

    Gold_Miner Medium Load Member

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    Thanks Frank...

    Yes you will see me on the road... I GOT MY CDL YESTERDAY!!!!

    Swift Academy in San Antonio is awesome....

    Going to Orientation on Jan. 3, 2011
     
  5. handymn

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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 ...
     
  6. Gold_Miner

    Gold_Miner Medium Load Member

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    Thanks Handy, Looking forward to time with a mentor.
     
  7. inkeper

    inkeper Road Train Member

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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.
     
  8. BigBusMan

    BigBusMan Light Load Member

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    My name is Tom as well..LoL..
     
  9. Gold_Miner

    Gold_Miner Medium Load Member

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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?

    :biggrin_25523:
     
  10. inkeper

    inkeper Road Train Member

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  11. Gold_Miner

    Gold_Miner Medium Load Member

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    Added to my list....
     
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