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MTI Richfield Last Week 8/15/12

Discussion in 'Millis' started by big assets, Aug 15, 2012.

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  1. Aug 15, 2012 #1
    big assets

    big assets Bobtail Member

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    It's the last week and with only 3 students starting the class, we are now finishing with 2. With the other student leaving on Monday, it atleast gives us a little more time with our instructor, Chris. We will be doing our night driving tonight and testing out tomorrow. I spent too many years driving buses and the backing is really wracking my nerves. I drove through Chicago last week and I'm irritated with backing? I always was a little backwards. I'm doing OK with the driving and shifting part but getting more nervous the closer we get to the end. lol. The 2 of us have been assigned trainers but haven't met them yet. I'm not too sure about living in a box with a stranger for 5-8 weeks but I know we won't be strangers for long. haha. I am positive I made the right choice as it is something I've been wanting to do for years. The kid got old enough and now I can live my dream. Any helpul advice would be appreciated!
     
    big assets, Aug 15, 2012
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  3. Aug 15, 2012 #2
    Truck It

    Truck It Light Load Member

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    Almost there, no need to be nervous now :D
     
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  4. Aug 15, 2012 #3
    Hegemeister

    Hegemeister Road Train Member

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    Back slowly. This give you time to think and correct. It's even OK to stop during a back. No need to rush, no one has a stop watch. In fact going slowly will even earn you safety points. You can even get out and look in the middle of a back. They should love that. Good luck, you'll do fine.
     
    Hegemeister, Aug 15, 2012
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  5. Aug 18, 2012 #4
    Truck It

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    Training complete, on to Orientation next week than off with our on the road trainers!!! Was a very fun 3 weeks, Chris is a blast as an instructor!
     
    Truck It, Aug 18, 2012
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  7. Aug 18, 2012 #5
    Hegemeister

    Hegemeister Road Train Member

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    Great. the instructor can make all the difference.
    Did Millis give you an outline of what orientation will cover?
     
    Hegemeister, Aug 18, 2012
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  8. Aug 18, 2012 #6
    Boomer 1

    Boomer 1 Medium Load Member

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    Didnt have him as an instructor, but he did test me for my own truck. He was still teaching and giving advice at that point. Seemed like a great guy thats want you to do well.
     
    Boomer 1, Aug 18, 2012
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  9. Aug 18, 2012 #7
    samurai

    samurai Heavy Load Member

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    i dont want to sound like a party pooper but this is the first time i have ever heard anything nice about chris.
     
    samurai, Aug 18, 2012
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  10. Aug 18, 2012 #8
    db2681

    db2681 Heavy Load Member

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    Road test for exp. drivers. Drug test for all. Paper work going over insurance,life ins., disability, company policy book, safety videos. You get your hat and shirts also. Nothing crazy.

    All 3 main instructors and the substitutes are all spot on professionals.They all keep it light hearted to make things easier imo.
     
    db2681, Aug 18, 2012
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    Hegemeister Thanks this.
  11. Aug 18, 2012 #9
    Boomer 1

    Boomer 1 Medium Load Member

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    Well he told me he doesnt like you either...lol
     
    Boomer 1, Aug 18, 2012
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  12. Aug 18, 2012 #10
    big assets

    big assets Bobtail Member

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    Glad the last week is over. Still had a hard time with the backing. Chris does seem to want all the students to do well, atleast to the best of their abilities. In his own words, " I am a fiery guy." Nuf said. Looking forward to hearing from my trainer so I can move on to phase 2.
     
    big assets, Aug 18, 2012
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