Starting Jim Palmer on 4/10

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  1. HELLBlLLY

    HELLBlLLY Light Load Member

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    Well, it's official. After lurking around these forums and Youtube for about 6 or 7 years I'm finally starting my trucking career with JPT on April 10th and I couldn't be happier! Can some experienced JP or Wil-trans drivers (or better yet, trainers) fill me in on the supplies I should bring (or anyone I guesss!) Here's my list so far:
    7-10 shirts
    4 pairs jeans/4 pairs shorts (after writing that I'm thinking I should add more)
    12 pairs of socks
    10 pair underwear
    Flip flops (SHOWERS ONLY!)
    Fleece Jacket
    Hoodie
    Winter coat
    Rain coat
    Leather work gloves
    Flashlight
    Portfolio type organizer with planner and folders to hold personal paperwork
    2 laundry bags for clean/dirty clothes (mesh type)
    Shower bag with toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soap, razor, shaving cream, comb.

    Should be able to get everything in my 13x30x15 duffle and backpack. The only shoes I'm bringing are my safety sneakers from my previous job which are slip and chemical resistant and have a composite toe.
    Did I miss anything? Am I bringing too much of something?
    I know this has been discussed ad nauseum but my OCD says I need to make sure MY list is acceptable.
     
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  3. SHOJim

    SHOJim Road Train Member

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    Good for you keep us posted.
     
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  5. HELLBlLLY

    HELLBlLLY Light Load Member

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    Thanks guys. To be honest, I haven't done too much to prepare because I didn't think I'd actually make the cut so now I'm kinda scrambling to make sure I have everything in order before I leave.
     
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  6. akfisher

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    Picked a good company Hellbilly. I know a driver who has been there a few years. Loves it and worked for both my previous carriers. Good Luck
     
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  7. HELLBlLLY

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    Thanks akfisher. I've been doing homework for years and decided this was the best company for me and (in my opinion) is the best known company out there. I'm sure there are mom and pop places just as good or better, but I'm talking as far companies we all know the names of.
     
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  8. ibcalm19

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    What makes you think you make it? You haven't started yet. Why do you focus on failure? It would be wise to see this as what it is a learning experience. Keep it simple like being taught how to tie your shoes. Do yourself a favor enjoy the learning part & your dreams. I see the mistake we make. We always want to go back to the younger years. When we need to look forward. We can't do some great things in our 30's&40's that we couldn't do at 17-25. I hope the best for you. You can make the cut one string at a time
     
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  9. akfisher

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    Yep there are few companies that offer what they do for new guys or even guys who have been around a while. Good Trucks that are made to live in. Good long runs for the most part.
     
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    I'd take a sleeping bag and pillow. Get a large size you can move around in a little. You can switch to sheets after you get your own assigned truck.
     
  11. HELLBlLLY

    HELLBlLLY Light Load Member

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    Yep. Did plan on that, but was thinking of waiting until I got there. JP has a shuttle that'll run you from the hotel to Wally World and I was gonna pick up all my liquids (soap, shampoo etc) as well as a sleeping bag and pillow when I got there.
     
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