Starting my career at Millis

Discussion in 'Millis' started by 338-Dark-Knights, Jan 31, 2011.

  1. 338-Dark-Knights

    338-Dark-Knights Light Load Member

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    Well, angles are looking out for me I think..

    Alice called me bright and early today - wanted to confirm that I sent her a copy of my permit - which I had, but apparently she had forgotten to tell me that it's Mb was a bit big on the scan. Not to worry, a few clicks on the ol' mouse and bada bing! 'Press't-O [again the mouse and a few licks on the keys] and sent. Done.

    She calls me back about five hours later; we had gone over a few things in our earlier conversation - I had mentioned the willingness to get this ball rolling and said I'm ready when Millis is - she's now telling me 'Hey though you should know, we've had a cancellation in the next class - starting next week.' :biggrin_2556: --->> :biggrin_25514::biggrin_25514::biggrin_25514: Just about jumped out'a my skin!!

    It seems, though, can't count on everything to be perfect - Somehow I've managed to misplace my SS card since last month (it's been in my wallet for months now)! :biggrin_25523: Hmm... and I 'think' my Live Birth is in the safety deposit box; I 'think'. Nothing like last minute 'SCHEIßE' to get in the mix. I've been packed since three weeks ago. Might be a mad dash to the Dept. of Vital Records tomorrow, with a crisp $10 waving about.:biggrin_25521:
     
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  3. Bossfrog

    Bossfrog Light Load Member

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    It's a good thing for you I decided to enroll at Katlaw this past monday or that would be my spot.
    Your welcome...
     
  4. 338-Dark-Knights

    338-Dark-Knights Light Load Member

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    Bossfrog - I owe ya! Just not right away, ok? I'm a bit in the red - kinda bleeding (not like the monthly thing either) actually. But, thanks man... I'll spring for a cupa joe any day you want till then. Perferably a WH cup?!:biggrin_255:

    What made you change your mind /or/ had you on the fence? I hear quite a few people (locally to us) chose them in a close tie.
     
  5. Bossfrog

    Bossfrog Light Load Member

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    I really didn't want to wait until Mar. 14 to start class. After 4 months of sitting on my ##### i'm ready to get going. If I had a spot in this Feb.14 class, that's where i would be.
    Rohl here I come...
    And good luck with Millis, most everything i have read is positive. I may get my year in and come on over.
     
  6. 338-Dark-Knights

    338-Dark-Knights Light Load Member

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    yah, know that feeling - I can relate. I was ready two weeks before I even knew about Millis. Had been accepted and was looking for a pen to sign. I'm sooo glad I didn't get too raped up in it, taking a look back now (just a month) I've been in worse but that would have given me a run for the money.
     
  7. Bear63

    Bear63 Heavy Load Member

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    Good luck to ya Boss. How much is school going to cost you? A friend of mine drives for Roehl and said they will reimburse half.
     
  8. gary77

    gary77 Bobtail Member

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    Hay does any budy know the fastest and cheapest way to get a cdl? ive been asking around a lot and ive got no replys back yet any info would be great and if it helps i live in canebeds its in northern arizona.
     
  9. Bossfrog

    Bossfrog Light Load Member

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    Thanks Bear, the first week (classroom) is over now and the fun begins.
    At Katlaw here in Ga. I paid $2895 cash. It cost more if you finance. It's a good school, I drove in the military (1980's) and i've held a class b since 1996 driving dump truck a few years as an o/o. But I have learned alot in this class that previous experience did not provide.


    Caution!!!! Be 100% sure this is something you want to do BEFORE you get into it. Read all the post good and bad about trucking. It is long hours and very little time at home... and pay starts at $25,000 per year to about $40,000. Not what most people think.
    Gary, go to google and do a search for (you zip code) cdl training. There should be a few to chose from. NOTE: Danger some schools will give you a book and say come back when you get your permit. STAY AWAY!!! Do not go for this type of training. You need to be in a classroom and learn alot of things. Some people think that all there is to truck driving is sitting in the seat. WRONG!! Their is a hell of alot to learn before you take 80 thousand pounds rolling down the road.
    Their are also trucking companies that will train you, however you must drive for them for a period of time. 8 months to 13 months depending on the company.
    Checkout the different company websites.

    Good Luck.
     
  10. 338-Dark-Knights

    338-Dark-Knights Light Load Member

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    Hey, Congrats guy. Best of luck to you. I know for sure that ATL's traffic isn't the worst - but the crazys are just comming out of the woodwork now so be extra careful (everywhere) and as always...

    Happy Trails
     
  11. 338-Dark-Knights

    338-Dark-Knights Light Load Member

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    Ah, so I paid out for a new birth certificate today (picked up another for my son while I was at it) and bought some food for my first week at class. Came home and called Alice and told her that all is good for Sunday night to check in; while on the phone she mentions that someone didn't come up with their deposit money for the first day of class and I went to check to make double sure I had mine - NOPE! Lost a bill today shopping somewhere... GRRR!! SO now, I have just about everything I need and I'm short not only the $400 for class but I have no $$$ for food past the $40 I spent for ONE week...

    TIME TO SELL SOME CRAP - I have a NICE 47" LCD Phillips TV w/ambilight (2ch) -- 1080p Native screen... Craigslist posted - but since I'm here and it's here that I want to stay (working in the job I've spent over hundreds to setup a new career)
    $300 (cash) gets it... 42pfl7432d/37 is the model in case you want to know more.
     
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