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Arnold Drivers <recent & current>?

Discussion in 'Motor Carrier Questions - The Inside Scoop' started by richieryan, Feb 1, 2012.

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  1. Apr 21, 2012 #51
    richieryan

    richieryan Medium Load Member

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    I don't know about the trainer exp req. No APU, there's a underbunk heater that sips the tractor fuel. I use a pair of 12v fans to help keep cool.
    You can use an inverter. The 12v outlets are rated at 400w, so I use a 350w inverter to run a laptop and guitar amp.
    Most trucks have drivertech combined qualcomm/elec logs. I lucked out and got one with qualcomm only. I don't know what the % is, but I drop/hook quite a bit more than live ld/unld. All I've ever had to do was count or put in a load-strap. I don't recall the min age for riders, but I've had my wife with me from day one. You should ask for details on that since some companies require new drivers to be solo for a month or so before any passengers.
    I do recall some info about tuition in orientation.
    You will be offered a per-diem deal. I advise against it since they charge .04mi to do it. It makes no sense which is why I said no.
    The new Pete 387s are small mid-roof models. Nice stereos with subwoofer, but minimal storage space and a no-go if you have a rider. That's why I got a KW T660, but there's no guarantee on that. There are a few new IH Pro-Stars as well. Trainers are driving Cascadias and a few Pete condos.
     
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  3. Apr 23, 2012 #52
    fisoxlt

    fisoxlt Bobtail Member

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    I just got off the phone with Tara. My orientation is in Jax on Monday 07 May 12.

    For anyone interested and looking for this info, trainers must have at least one year of safe driving to qualify as a trainer. The first 75hrs are solo (trainer in 2nd seat) and remaining 35 hrs can be run as a team if trainer/trainee agree to it. Currently 90% no touch freight, 80% drop & hook. Yes to E-log's (paper as a back up). Tuition reimbursment is currently $150 month. I don't remember what the cap was because I didn't pay nearly that much for my training. They offer per diem but it's too complicated for me to repeat, but I'm sure they'll go over it in detail during orientation. Rider's must be at least 11 yrs old, and it's $7/wk to cover insurance. 2012 Peterbilt 587's with "8" speed manual (according to the Peterbilt website, the 587's are avaliable with 9, 10, 13, 15, or 18 speed transmissions. So it's probably a 9 speed, H pattern 1-8 with a "Low" where 1st would be on a 10 speed).

    Oh, a question on the Qualcomm, is it the bulky box with a green screen and keyboard or the new MCP200? (like a really big smart phone with a slide out keyboard.) I meant to ask but my brain was doin the happy dance for e-logs and forgot.
     
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  4. Apr 24, 2012 #53
    Holt82

    Holt82 Bobtail Member

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    Does anyone no how long orientation is down in Dallas? I heard it was 2 days.
     
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  5. Apr 25, 2012 #54
    fisoxlt

    fisoxlt Bobtail Member

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    I would think it would be 3 days like Jax, but I'm only guessing.
     
    fisoxlt, Apr 25, 2012
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  7. Apr 25, 2012 #55
    fisoxlt

    fisoxlt Bobtail Member

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    Just found this on a job posting.

    "Orientation arrangements are paid for by us. We cover travel, hotel, and lunch. You will be responsible for your dinner. Orientation is in Jacksonville, FL, Camp Hill, PA, or Grand Prairie, TX, depending on what terminal you are closest to. Orientation is 3 days long, Mon-Wed. You will be dispatched the last day of orientation."
     
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  8. Apr 25, 2012 #56
    richieryan

    richieryan Medium Load Member

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    3-days orientation, yes! If you go to GP, you will like the safety folks there. My prev co refused to fax the verification, so I was delayed an extra day. They paid for the extra hotel night and pizza for lunch for myself and one other driver.
    I'm glad I got a T660 instead of an 8-spd Pete...
    As for per-diem.... Per USX, they will take .04 mi out of your pay to do it.
     
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  9. Apr 27, 2012 #57
    NSBGearjammer

    NSBGearjammer Medium Load Member

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    Getting on my trainer's truck tomorrow. Orientation was very good. Arnold put us in a nice hotel, bought lunch every day. JAX staff is very courteous and professional. Some got trucks and left Wed. and some had issues.
     
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  10. Apr 27, 2012 #58
    NSBGearjammer

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    Also, Camp Hill is not used anymore.
     
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  11. May 2, 2012 #59
    fisoxlt

    fisoxlt Bobtail Member

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    Oh, does Arnold govern their trucks? I figure they do, so I guess the real question is at what speed?
     
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  12. May 2, 2012 #60
    NSBGearjammer

    NSBGearjammer Medium Load Member

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    The trucks are governed @ 65.
     
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