Prime Orientation, What to expect?

Discussion in 'Prime' started by Fat Damon, May 26, 2012.

  1. Fat Damon

    Fat Damon Light Load Member

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    I have read alot of the post on here and I am unable to find much on Prime Orientation. Can anyone tell me what to expect?, I will be there Monday, Orientation starts Tuesday. I will post my orientation experience during the week. As most know I already have my permit so I think Tuesday should be an easy day of Paperwork and DOT physical.:biggrin_25519:
     
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  3. Farmer54

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    Subscribed for updates.
     
  4. MONT74

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    All days are classroom stuff, company policies and so forth with the exception of the first day. You get a urinalysis, physical, and an interview. Friday, half a day, and meet fleet managers, and you are introduced to a trainer. then hit the road jack.
     
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  5. OpenRoadDreamer

    OpenRoadDreamer Road Train Member

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    First day... What MONT said and PAPERWORK PAPERWORK PAPERWORK PAPERWORK. Did I mention paperwork? Thingsve changed since I went through it over a year ago. Wow it doesnt seem like it was that long ago. I was making the same journey you are now.
     
  6. Fat Damon

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    Thanks ORD and Mont sure am excited about all that paperwork! An Interview huh sounds like I will be busy next week but I am certain that it will all be worth it. I have a really good feeling about my future, I am just going to stay focused, learn everything I can from my Trainers and Instructors and learn from every experience I come across.
     
  7. Moose1833

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    They Give you the paper app when you check in Monday night fill it out that night.
     
  8. ironpony

    ironpony Road Train Member

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    Make sure you have any references you need to fill out the application again - as Moose said, on paper. It needs to match your online app, or there will be questions. Last chance you have to be truthful about anything you have in your past is before you get on the bus. The background check by professional investigators is VERY thorough. You will see folks sent home because of this, medical problems, etc.

    Once you survive the cut, its just classes. Oh, yeah... be on time. In fact, be early. It is a test. As is everything else during the entire week. Its not just fun n' games. Don't be tempted to have a beer either.
     
  9. DragonTamerBrat

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    Don't fall asleep in class, and don't call the sims video games.
     
  10. Farmer54

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    Thanks for starting this thread Fat Damon. I'll see ya tomorrow. :thumbup
     
  11. Fat Damon

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    Just wanted to say Thank everyone again, This information is very helpful, Not too concerned with the background , I have nothing to hide but how to they expect you to remember who you used for references?
     
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