Getting nervous about impending road test..

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by AnthonyM757, Jan 23, 2016.

  1. double yellow

    double yellow Road Train Member

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    The last time I did a road test, 7 of us were piled inside the (sleeper) cab and all the tester said was "don't hit any curbs and you'll be fine."

    Well 1 driver did hit a curb (and didn't seem to notice), at which point the rest of us exchanged looks. The tester, who had been watching the mirror & probably expected it to happen, said "Boy, I wish they would fix that pothole."

    We all passed...
     
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  3. AnthonyM757

    AnthonyM757 Light Load Member

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    Thanks a lot for the tips!! I'm planning on going to the Indy terminal next week to apply (already talked to HR)

    Do you know how long a application to a road test takes?? I might can only stay a week in town before going back to VA.. I heard OD's application process is very long
     
  4. J.S.

    J.S. Medium Load Member

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    Tu Che!
     
  5. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    If you're on the road test phase, I think you're just about done. Other newer OD guys maybe able to answer better. It all has to go through High Point, which takes time, but I believe you're already pre approved.
     
  6. J.S.

    J.S. Medium Load Member

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    PRE APPROVED...yes pre approved. Just don't hit anything. O&O
     
  7. Bean Jr.

    Bean Jr. Road Train Member

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    I actually had a road test where they wanted us to float. It was for a local ready mix company.
     
  8. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    I've never been asked to levitate for a job :)
     
  9. Bean Jr.

    Bean Jr. Road Train Member

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    Ha ha!
     
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  10. CasanovaCruiser

    CasanovaCruiser Road Train Member

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    Same here haha my current job with fedex
    The truck owners exact words were actually "Stop using the clutch you're gonna wear it out"
    I said hell yeah, sir lol
     
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  11. Steel Dragon

    Steel Dragon Road Train Member

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    Easy way is to tell yourself you can do it.
    Its just driving...when you get down to it.
    Relax!
     
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