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Working for a O/O: From a students point of view

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by The Challenger, Feb 15, 2010.

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  1. Feb 15, 2010 #1
    The Challenger

    The Challenger Kinghunter

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    A couple weeks ago I put an ad out in truck paper wanting to train with an o/o. A O/O based out of VA responded and we started e-mailing. He does run East-West coast reefer. He said this would be a temporary job until Swift or Western Express can take me. I understand and am proud to be working for him. Today he e-mail me my flight information and what to bring. I'm flying out next Monday night.

    KH
     
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  3. Feb 15, 2010 #2
    Ken

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    Good luck, Hunter.. Try not to drive him crazy.. :biggrin_25525:
     
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  4. Feb 15, 2010 #3
    Ken

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    Oh.. And what type of truck, what motor, how many hp, sleeper size, color? :biggrin_2559:
     
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  5. Feb 15, 2010 #4
    Baack

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    Awesome KH
    You sure have determination:yes2557:
     
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  7. Feb 15, 2010 #5
    kickin chicken

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    Best of Luck!!!!
     
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  8. Feb 15, 2010 #6
    The Challenger

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    This came from an idea of the HR guy at C and W trucking in Winter Park FL. He told me to do this and it worked. His truck is a Freightliner Coulmbia w/ Detroit 515HP mated to a Ultra-shift tranny. It is a former trans-am truck with a tri-pack. I am bringing my laptop, my log books (I have my former Roadmaster one and one I bought from Pilot), my gloves, and clothes for five days. I'll try to update it everyday but please do not be upset if I can not.

    KH
     
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  9. Feb 15, 2010 #7
    LavenderTrucker

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    KH... That is awesome and in my opinion and experience the best ay to go...
    That is how I started... With an O/O who was with a small local company... He was a great trainer and taught me well... Then I got hired on with the small local company even though they usually require 2 years experience...

    Good luck to you and keep us updated on your experience and journey....
     
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  10. Feb 17, 2010 #8
    jb12288

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    Congratulations on landing a job. I hope everything works out with you and the O/O you go with. Good luck with your training, I wish you the best of luck. I sent you a PM.
     
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  11. Feb 17, 2010 #9
    jtrnr1951

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    Good Luck KH, I know you will do well..Is he leased on or has own authority ?
     
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  12. Feb 17, 2010 #10
    Hitman

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    Cool deal! Best of luck KH. I see you were from Corning at one time. I just bought a place 25 min. from there in Tioga PA.
     
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