You will have to talk to recruiter and find out what you need to do. Some drivers that already had CDL and on the road experience had to start at the Academy and some got to go with a mentor.
Thanks Frank... Yes you will see me on the road... I GOT MY CDL YESTERDAY!!!! Swift Academy in San Antonio is awesome.... Going to Orientation on Jan. 3, 2011
Congrats Gold Miner...I been out with my mentor and have 76 hours so far towards my 240...Your gonna have a blast after orientation and on the road...Hope to see you out there and be safe for the holidays ...
Congats Gold. I stopped at the Academy the other day while you were testing to see if you were back and to say hello to my old friend Matt, who was one of the instructors with you at DPS.
Ok I here is what I am bringing to orientation and to leave with my mentor... What to bring with you! 1. CDL A License 2. Medical Card and Medical Evaluation From Doctor 3. Swift Certificate 4. Orientation Info Sheet 5. Phase II Mentor Training Program Sheet (Need to fax to Virginia after 50 hours). 6. Bus Ticket 7. Cell Phone 8. $200 9. Large Duffle Bag 10. Sleeping Bag and Pillows 11. 2 Bath Towels 12. Baby Butt Wipes 13. 81mg Aspirin 14. Zrytec or Claritin 15. Gout Medication 16. Aspirin, Alka-Seltzer, Aleve 17. CPAP Machine, 12-Volt Connection, Multi-port lighter connection 18. Cold Weather Carharts 19. Rain Gear 20. Leather Hat 21. Leather Gloves 22. Razor and Shaving Cream 23. Tooth Brush and Paste 24. Deodorant 25. 2 rolls of quarters, $20 in crisp one dollar bills 26. 4 pair of Jeans 27. 6 Tee Shirts (4 Long Sleeve, 2 Short Sleave) 28. 6 Underwear 29. 6 Socks 30. Belt / Suspenders This is my list, yours may vary. I posted this to help others. Anyone else have other suggestions that I need to add?
