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Dallas Training

Discussion in 'Schneider' started by jburton, Jul 18, 2015.

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  1. Jul 18, 2015 #1
    jburton

    jburton Bobtail Member

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    Hello
    Im a week out from starting my training in Dallas TX. Ive already completed my ua and hair screens and am just waiting for my background to process (no worries or suprises there).
    Is there any particulars I should be aware of for training and or things i should bring in particular. I have already received my offer letter for the costco acct as well.
    Looking forward to starting a new adventure and career with the big orange.
    thanks
     
    jburton, Jul 18, 2015
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  3. Jul 18, 2015 #2
    TexasPhoenix

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    Mmmm Dallas in July. Dallas can be brutal. Think HOT and HUMID and pack accordingly. Pack a light weight rain coat for those days of frequent thunderstorms. Don't forget deodorant. Very little is worse during training than having to put up with a skanky smelling individual in the heat in a truck while you practice backing and road time. A good hat with a wide brim that will keep the sun off the top of the ears and the nose when you are standing out on the tarmac listening to your instructor. Schneider will provide you a new pair of work boots (approved footwear). Have good socks that absorb moisture. Your feet will take heat from the pavement.
     
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  4. Jul 18, 2015 #3
    freightwipper

    freightwipper Road Train Member

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    Bring bed sheets, blanket and pillows.
    Lots of people forget this, it's not your trainer's responsibility to provide bedding for you.
     
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  5. Jul 18, 2015 #4
    jburton

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    I was planning on a sleeping bag and a top sheet if it gets too hot. Rather than the full spread, ill save that for my own truck
     
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  7. Jul 18, 2015 #5
    jburton

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    Texas phoenix. Yea its not much cooler here in kansas at the moment. Lucky im fairly resistant to the sun and already have a nice farmers tan going lol. And my wife will love the fact that ill have aquired yet another pair of boots. I already live in them as it is.
     
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  8. Jul 18, 2015 #6
    mickeyrat

    mickeyrat Road Train Member

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    And a new pair every year going forwsrd as an active employee.
     
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  9. Jul 18, 2015 #7
    jburton

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    Wonderful. Are they half way decent boots? I already have some good non slip steel toes with leather uppers
     
    jburton, Jul 18, 2015
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  10. Jul 18, 2015 #8
    mickeyrat

    mickeyrat Road Train Member

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    Rocky brand or Georgia. Theres a website they direct you to from thd driver portal. Lehigh Outfitters or something like that.
     
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  11. Jul 18, 2015 #9
    mickeyrat

    mickeyrat Road Train Member

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    As s new driver hire they offer at orientation a pair for $25, which you can decline if yours meet standards.

    Oil and slip resistant
     
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  12. Jul 18, 2015 #10
    jburton

    jburton Bobtail Member

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    Well at 25 for a new pair of boots. I almost cant pass on a deal lol
     
    jburton, Jul 18, 2015
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