arnold orientation

You don't sound like a typical Arnold driver. I don't know how you describe .33mi as "Great pay". Are you referring to "texas tour" as a dedicated route? I can see how those drivers would be happier than the rest since they get a guaranteed minimum salary of $750 wk as long as they are available. Very handy if your truck is in the shop for 3 days.

 

Glad you your enjoyed your time at Arnold with us. We're very happy to have people like you on board with us.

 

So today I start a new adventure. Arnold was contracted by Fdex to run doubles hub to hub. And since I have the endorsement, I was offered a 3 wk deal. It meant missing my hometime but the pay is
Very good. Anybody have any good advice about pulling doubles? I talked to a couple drivers yesterday who gave me some good tips and went over everything on their truck w/ me. I start tonite. I see it as a great opportunity to get some new experience and make some good money to boot. After all, Xbox360s and Barbie dreamhouses don't buy themselves.

 

Has Arnold said any thing about paid vacations? since they are splitting off.

 

Hi guys
Iam still here i was wondering if you guys thought an old man like me can still pass that agility test the companies are doing now i have lost a total of 30lbs so far in past 6 mons and down too 237lbs now
my friend says iam worried about nothing because i passed it when i worked for knight 3 yrs ago and was over weight then.
The agility test was all i was worried about is it that bad?

Thx Waco

 

The test is nothing to be worried about unless u are extremely overweight and out of shape, which does not seem to be the case. They ask u to step up two steps on a ladder, using ur hands for support and balance, 3 points of contact. Then u have to do the duck walk for about 50 feet. Lastly u have to move a 50 lb box of chains from the floor to a shelf. Thats pretty much it.

 

Oh oh apparently Arnold heard you guys talking about him

 

Hi Guys

just an update i'll be headed upto Jax. Sunday for orientation on monday 12/17/12 hope it goes good just looking for some time away from home
been retired since 2001.
atleast this will give me something to do just tired of being retired LOL,and some alone time.
Atleast no more this shopping thing everyday with the wife.
Also have to guys heard any thing about how their going to do the holidays Xmas,newyears if their gonna be running or what?

Thx for any info Waco

 

hahah shopping what a nightmare! It NEVER ENDS.

 

Linehaul doubles is where it's at. I have made 15 trips over the Alleghenies in sun, rain, snow, sleet, high winds and freezing temps.. I pulled empties and loads up to 18K with different dollies. It's a bit more work than bumping docks, but I liked it and hope to do more in the future. I was even able to back the dolly under he kite twice without unhooking from the lead and have gained alot of repect for the folks who do this every day. Fdex has pretty decent equipment and some of their drivers were helpful. All in all, a very good experience, made some new friends, learned some new skills and made some good money. Ready to head home and see the family after almost 5 weeks on the road. Gotta remember to put the mudflaps back on tomorrow.