Leaving for Orientation 10-13-12 in Tulsa,Ok

Don't get me wrong Orientation was very good I thought. Charles was awesome and every one I met were great pol and I learned a lot. Just thought securement could have been covered a little more. But they repeated that what they showed us was the basics. And common since.

 

Being brand new to this business, I find I spend a lot of time with the securement and tarping. I can speed through the clean up phase. Most of my loads have been in the 600-700 mile range. Every load has been different, but that goes with the territory. Had a load of roofing styrofoam to Joplin, Mo that was a pita since there were so many things I didn't understand; could do the same load in half the time now. Delivered a load of steel parts for galvanizing today in La. That securement went very well. Got some assist from another Melton driver, but he didn't have any critique of my plan. He did show me a few tips to make me more efficient. Load in the morning for my first "long" haul; 1300 miles due Monday at 0800 in Co. Gonna have to have my poop in a sock since it is a JIT. Still wet behind the ears, but loving the company, people associated with it and my job. Get frustrated with myself occasionally, but being anal retentive that goes with the territory. Showers are much better when you haven't had one in 3-4 days. Good thing I don't have anyone with me!

Glad to hear you are still with Melton and getting the miles you want - most of the time.

 

I think after all the searching western express or melton which one should i go to all info on what i should do leaning towards melton...

 

Is western express in the mix? Me personally, I would have to say Melton has better equipment, I have t worked for W.E. but I've done plenty of comparing during my travels. I passed by a W.E. terminal the other day. I think it was in Birmingham. Not sure tho. It didn't look anywhere near the level of a Melton terminal. Just my observations, what ever its worth. There's lots of comrodary here at Melton. Just finished securing a load for the night. 2 other drivers here from Melton too. We all offered assistance if any of us needed it.

 

Where you heading in CO? Cannon is going to Denver right now....he should be there sunday afternoon

 

Going to Fort Collins for a Monday delivery. I think someone is messing with me; 7 telephone poles, 5 48' and 2 55'. Now the messing part - tarped. What the .....? Louisiana heat and humidity just about kicked my behind.

 

lol i woulda definitely asked the shipper if they REALLY needed to be tarped......

 

I did and they didn't. I think they are going to a golf course. Figured the CSR sold the tarping. Not worth the time, but $40 will be in my pocket. And I EARNED every red cent of it. lol