Beginning the Long Awaited CDL Process

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Wedge, Oct 14, 2010.

  1. sammycat

    sammycat "Oldest Hijackerette"

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    Okay Wedge
    I am sure that you are wondering what's up with the weather and all... (saw your post on Hamsterrock's thread) and about a trainer. Hopefully nothing puts this off as I know you are psyched to get going!! I know this happened to the ex as he started in Feb and was a week late for orientation/hiring d/t a storm and then when he was assigned a trainer he was all ready but then at the last min that trainer cancelled. Got another one the next day......who drove to NY in storm....LOL it all worked out ( this was at USX) in the end but the waiting was a pain.

    I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Let us know if/what you hear okay!!
     
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  3. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Thanks Sammycat! :biggrin_25514:

    I was moved up to this orientation class at the last second. I'm not sure if they're squeezing me in or if someone dropped out. Doesn't really matter because I'll be there in the morning. :biggrin_25525:

    So I'm curious to see how well organized Swift is. I was told mentors are not a problem. I guess I'm going to find out. :biggrin_25525:
     
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  4. sammycat

    sammycat "Oldest Hijackerette"

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    I hope you sleep well cuz you are that kid on Christmas eve waiting on Santa to show up!!!:biggrin_2559:
     
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  5. Hamsterrock74

    Hamsterrock74 Medium Load Member

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    Good luck tomorrow,take it easy and it will be fine..Oreintation is slow and most of the stuff you learn with the trainer anyways..Oh and pack light..lol
     
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  6. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    Thanks, buddy. :biggrin_25514: I'll try not to wear them out. :biggrin_2559:

    I'm commuting for the 3 days of orientation. Packing is done. I'm ready to head out when they say.
     
  7. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    I made ziti with meatballs for supper tonight, so I would fall asleep easily.

    I'm ready to go!:biggrin_25525:
     
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  8. Hamsterrock74

    Hamsterrock74 Medium Load Member

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    lol,sounds like a plan..Are you staying at their hotel or actually driving the 3 hrs back home every night..
    I thought they had a terminal in ATL..Or they train elsewhere?
     
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  9. Katey

    Katey Medium Load Member

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    Good luck tomorrow Wedge! I am sure you will do fine and learn lots :D


    Katey
     
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  10. Hamsterrock74

    Hamsterrock74 Medium Load Member

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    You were right,got a trainer and rolling tomorrow morning.
    I hope your 1st day went well,I will check in later to read about it..
     
  11. Wedge

    Wedge Road Train Member

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    The terminal is in Decatur, about 50 minute drive from the house, so I'll be sleeping in my own bed. A nice easy drive.
     
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