Does it usually take months...

Swift training is 6 weeks with a Mentor. I asked the recruiter if, because I had previous experience, would I have to do the whole 6 weeks. She stated that I did, that everyone who requires going with a Mentor has to.

However, I've been told by a coupe of drivers, and one Mentor, that that isn't set in stone, but the recruiters are required to say that.

We'll see. I'm mindset for 6 weeks, plus 5 days of orientation (2 days of securement), without home time. So if it's shorter, or I get a home visit, that will just be a plus.

If cruisecontrol's friend couldn't hack one more week, he probably wouldn't have made it out there, anyway.

 

Oh, yeah. I'm off to Greer SC for orientation on Monday (4/19). Talking to my recruiter yesterday, she said she was still waiting for a flatbed Mentor for me, and it would still be a while. So I said what if I went van? At that, she said there was a opening on Monday. So I asked for that slot, and will switch over to flatbed when I can.

I had already talked to the training manager at Greer, about this. He said "No problem". He'll have me do the securement training next Thurs. & Fri., and then I'll go out with a van Mentor. They'll switch me to a fb Mentor as soon as possible, during the 6 weeks.

So, I'm off!!

 

Quick update...

Through with orientation today, and did get placed in flatbed. Do the laod securement training tomorrow and Friday, then out with a Mentor.

As for the 2 or 6 week thing, it's not based on just the road test. Everyone had to take the test. To get the 2 week option, you do have to pass the test, but your experience has to be recent.

Anyway, I'll post more about Swift fb when I can.

 

The road test (only test) consisted all of basically driving around a block. There were 4 drivers and the instructor in the truck. It was a very simple exercise. They are just looking to make sure you can shift and maneuver safely.

I didn't hear or see any definite time frame for the recent exp. requirement, but my recruiter had at one point asked about any exp. in past 2 years.

I think if you have 6 months or more, with no more time than 30 days out of a seat, you could skip the Mentor time, but I'm not positive. 2 of the drivers in the class who don't have too much experience took a 2 week Mentor option. One because he didn't do a lot of backing at his last job, and one to get more experience with using the Qualcom.

Also note, the road test most likely will vary at different terminals.