whats it like training with a trainer at usx

Discussion in 'US Xpress' started by john b, Apr 12, 2012.

  1. john b

    john b Light Load Member

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    just wondering if you need help with your backing will they help or kick you to the curb if you are a newbie
     
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  3. musicgal

    musicgal Road Train Member

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    That is part of the trainer's job.....so hopefully you will get one that will teach you patiently and give you lots of practice time.....you are supposed to get at least 10 hours worth, but that's really very little. My students did all the backing (unless they were hesitant because of tight quarters) and they practiced in the truck stop when we had some down time.
     
  4. RoadCall

    RoadCall Road Train Member

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    We were all newbies at some time, and we all had to learn. Backing requires lots of practice and takes time. Real world time, not driving school. As a former trainer at USX I understood that and would let my students practice when ever we had time. It isn't a trainers job to judge your skills, it's our job to improve them as much as possible in the time your with us. Don't worry about it just remember we all went through the same thing. You will be fine as long as your willing to listen and learn. Good luck!
     
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  5. Buffalo644

    Buffalo644 Light Load Member

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    Was with a trainer in Jan. He let me do all of the backing. The more I did the easier it became. Repetition is the key to success.
     
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  6. john b

    john b Light Load Member

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    the thing that appeals to me at usx is the longer training than opposed to 2 weeks at others
     
  7. RoadCall

    RoadCall Road Train Member

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    From what I read they lowered the hours to 120 now. Basically that's 2 weeks, 2.5 tops, which is ridiculous. Then they put two rookies together and have them run as a team. Brilliant! :biggrin_2556:
     
  8. Roadwarriorking

    Roadwarriorking Light Load Member

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    good info.....i heard that trainer makes good money, average $60k yearly ,, thats true..?.....
     
  9. Roadwarriorking

    Roadwarriorking Light Load Member

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    good info.....i heard that trainer makes good money, average $60k yearly ,, thats true..?.....
     
  10. cmd19555

    cmd19555 Bobtail Member

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    Where is Orientation for USxpress located for new Grads.?
    Was considering CRST & had to sign a contract but was it was highly not rccomended not to.
     
  11. 123456

    123456 Road Train Member

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    Sleep on your back !!!

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