Packing List for Students

Why would I need info like my work history?

 

When you arrive at orientation they will focus on making sure all your ducks are in a row with your application. Have everything with you so that process goes smoothly. We lost a few people the first day of orientation when they didn't have complete work histories or other information.

 

That really sucks you lost them for something as simple as that and some companies go back as little as 3 years any idea what else they want and how do you keep it safe does anyone wear fanny bags i cant i am too fat for them to fit

 

Most folks bring a backpack or briefcase to orientation. When you are accepted to orientation the company should e-mail you a list of what you should bring, which includes all the paperwork requirements. It was staggering how many failed to bring what was required.

 

I would add to list for newbs, if not on there already, a 5th wheel pull bar. I've been out 5 wks from a back injury releasing a 5th wheel that didnt rease when I pulled it(my back did!). Cheap insurance, you don't want this.

 

Maybe next time .. pull the truck forward leaving the trailer with out airlines attached

the 5th releases much, much easier

 

Do people really drive away and forget the airlines

 

Yes.. some do.. i didnt leave the comment to imply such or be sarcastic.. trailer wheels cannot roll or one defeats the purpose of taking the tension off the 5th jaw/lock

 

Back against trailer to make it easier to pull 5th wheel latch.
Pull ahead against trailer and the strongest man in the world cannot pull the pin. I used to do that to prevent some disgruntled driver from pulling the pin. It happens a lot in this industry. You get the blame..
Driver get canned and blames every one but himself and will cross lines and pull pins to get even. . That is one good reason to pull against the trailer then set the tractor brakes.

 

Hmm i back a trailer in a whole to drop. nothin works tul u pull. forward.. go figure