Working for a O/O: From a students point of view

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by The Challenger, Feb 15, 2010.

  1. The Challenger

    The Challenger Kinghunter

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    First off thank you for supporting me members. Secondly I am not going with the contractor from Fed Ex due to me not learning the serpentine and RM not signing paperwork. I have been communication with my former boss. I got turned down by two more companies. I called him up and asked to go out again. I will be heading out at the end of April to beginning of May.

    I would like to apologize if I offended you in any way shape or form especially to mm, bronc, brick, and scarecrow and the staff of this forum. I messed up and was thin headed.

    It is hard to find people who care about others. My boss is an exception. I feel comfortable with him to the point he acts like an older brother to me. He does business professionally and has heart for others. When I needed understanding, he taught me and gave me courage. Also when I needed help during my refresher at Roadmaster, he gave it to me and understood where I came from. Did I agree on everything he said: Heck no and he'll tell you that. I did what he said no matter what.

    Hunter
     
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  3. The Challenger

    The Challenger Kinghunter

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    For those who are not facebook friends here is my truck I drove:

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    2005 Freightliner Columbia, 10 spd ultra no clutch, 3:58 rears, Detroit 515HP, 22.5 tires 70in Condo sleeper

    Trailer: 1996 Utility 53' VSR2A, Thermoking Carb Compliant Reefer (look closely on silver part of the reefer and you'll see the black id CARB requires)
     
  4. Spacecoast

    Spacecoast Light Load Member

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    ####, I'm out of the loop. I didn't know you were doing all of this. I was wondering what your status was. I'm glad you got to train with your O/O. Sounds like outstanding experience. I'm sorry you had to come off the road for awhile. Hopefully, you'll be out there soon again. Keep up the good work. You're an inspiration to some of us in here.
     
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  5. notarps4me

    notarps4me Road Train Member

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    Thought you said truck? Whats that funny looking thing behind it?:biggrin_2559:

     
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  6. GasHauler

    GasHauler Master FMCSA Interpreter

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    So you are going out with the O/O that you talked about? When I asked why not go back to him I wasn't asking for your personal problems. It just didn't make sense to me after you worked out your problems why you would leave a great job and go to swift unless you had problems with the O/O and it didn't sound like you did. I'm sure no one here wants to know about your personal problems but there are alot of us that do like to hear that things are going well and you're working them out. The job you described is a great job and I hoipe you find that again and make a great future for yourself and your family.
     
  7. The Challenger

    The Challenger Kinghunter

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    I left home with problems and they caught up too me. I had a personal issue and that has been solved. We have been in contact and after his next home time I am flying in and going out. This gives me a chance to gain experience while waiting for Swift to call me.

    Edit: The job was and is temporary until I can find something permanent. He has been over back for me. He gave me free showers on his dime (no joke) and allowed me to learn in a comfortable environment. He also payed for my food during my first week.

    Hunter
     
  8. alex94

    alex94 Light Load Member

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    kinghunter you inspire many. you will go far in life no matter what you do. keep us posted! good luck budddy
     
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  9. rich_t

    rich_t Road Train Member

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    Sounds like you had one hell of a trainer. Ain't many out there like that these days.
     
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  10. The Challenger

    The Challenger Kinghunter

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    I do have a good trainer; he is very nice too me. I respect he trusts me enough to sit back in the sleeper and let me do my thing.

    Alex thank you for your words.

    KH
     
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  11. Ken

    Ken Couch Commander

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    Good to see you back at it, KH..

    Are you getting paid or just going out for the experience?
     
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