CDL in hand... Now What ? Decision time, that's what...

This morning we ran the gauntlet as it were. The instructors set up three different backing scenarios. One was a tighter version of the 45-degree backing that required more finesse and at least one pull-up to get the rig in the slot. The second was a 90-degree backing with a curb stuck out in front of one of the neighboring trucks. Third was a 180-degree turn followed by a blind-side parallel parking.

In the afternoon we received the classroom portion of the flatbed load securement training. Tomorrow we get to apply the knowledge by securing various types of practice loads to trailers.

 

Today we completed more paperwork in preparation for becoming employees - W4's, direct deposit info, etc. We also received more classroom training on load securement followed by practical exercises securing loads on trailers.

Tomorrow marks the final day of orientation phase 1. We should find out at that time when we are going out over the road with a trainer. Some may leave tomorrow evening, others on Tuesday or possibly Wednesday.

Everyone is excited to be near this latest milestone and ready to move onto phase 2.

 

Well it's official - the 8 remaining members of the 2/27/2012 orientation class are now employees. We are eagerly anticipating the next phase of going out over the road with our 1:1 trainers.

 

Yes many drivers are using elogs now. ALl are expected to be on the elog system by summer 2012.