Walmart Journey - Onboarding

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Anne A. (and sometimes To's Comment
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I think I got that part down lol, but if I could just stop hitting my head on every dang thing 🤣

rofl-3.gifThere's a thread on the SHORT TRUCKS in the General catergory, too.... rooftop heights; I'm only 5'2" w/boots on!rofl-3.gif

sorry.gif Right above this, look at Grandpa Clark's diary...talking about a bruise!!sorry.gif

So happy for ya, gal ~! It's amazingly awesome, is it not??? To me, it is. I have O positive blood; universal donor/diesel ~ haha!

I just was writing my resume in my head a few minutes ago . . I 'clerked' at Miller Trailers (Dry vans, yet WAS a huge competitor in the day) in Bradenton, Florida at 12 years old; my bro'in'law was the CEO / CPA .. and my (late) mom was an AP clerk. I got to audit the BOL's according to the PRO#'s.

At 17, pulling boat propellers, shafting, and underwater gear, in Florida for General Propeller (Sea Ray Boats.) HotShot, w/a 28'trailer; '89 Chevy 3/4 ton 3 on the tree, and OF COURSE I was under the 26,001 GVWR ~!

Then, I worked at ETCO (Electrical Terminal Corporation) in Florida...we manufactured spark plug & distributor terminal boots.. and I'd pull the bosses boats to and from the marinas. 48'Fountain, 53'Wellcraft.

Now, if this ARM ever heals; I'll be out there, retiring MY guy! Wanna join me?!?!?

Enjoy, m'lady. I love it; I miss it. I still ride with at times, but it just makes me want to drive, more!

Best to you both;

~ Anne ~ (and Tom.. .sometimes!)

ps: Brandon; she's a KEEPER!

Terminal:

A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.

GVWR:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

GVWR is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle as specified by the manufacturer, minus any trailers.

Dry Van:

A trailer or truck that that requires no special attention, such as refrigeration, that hauls regular palletted, boxed, or floor-loaded freight. The most common type of trailer in trucking.
Stacy S.'s Comment
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Hey there Anne, Wow you sure have a lot of experience! This is quite the experience. It’s been so much fun! Thanks for saying I’m a keeper lol, but honestly… Brandon is even more a keeper ❤️

Hope your arm heals up soon!!! Take care and stay in touch

Stacy

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I think I got that part down lol, but if I could just stop hitting my head on every dang thing 🤣

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rofl-3.gifThere's a thread on the SHORT TRUCKS in the General catergory, too.... rooftop heights; I'm only 5'2" w/boots on!rofl-3.gif

sorry.gif Right above this, look at Grandpa Clark's diary...talking about a bruise!!sorry.gif

So happy for ya, gal ~! It's amazingly awesome, is it not??? To me, it is. I have O positive blood; universal donor/diesel ~ haha!

I just was writing my resume in my head a few minutes ago . . I 'clerked' at Miller Trailers (Dry vans, yet WAS a huge competitor in the day) in Bradenton, Florida at 12 years old; my bro'in'law was the CEO / CPA .. and my (late) mom was an AP clerk. I got to audit the BOL's according to the PRO#'s.

At 17, pulling boat propellers, shafting, and underwater gear, in Florida for General Propeller (Sea Ray Boats.) HotShot, w/a 28'trailer; '89 Chevy 3/4 ton 3 on the tree, and OF COURSE I was under the 26,001 GVWR ~!

Then, I worked at ETCO (Electrical Terminal Corporation) in Florida...we manufactured spark plug & distributor terminal boots.. and I'd pull the bosses boats to and from the marinas. 48'Fountain, 53'Wellcraft.

Now, if this ARM ever heals; I'll be out there, retiring MY guy! Wanna join me?!?!?

Enjoy, m'lady. I love it; I miss it. I still ride with at times, but it just makes me want to drive, more!

Best to you both;

~ Anne ~ (and Tom.. .sometimes!)

ps: Brandon; she's a KEEPER!

Terminal:

A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.

GVWR:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

GVWR is the maximum operating weight of a vehicle as specified by the manufacturer, minus any trailers.

Dry Van:

A trailer or truck that that requires no special attention, such as refrigeration, that hauls regular palletted, boxed, or floor-loaded freight. The most common type of trailer in trucking.
Anne A. (and sometimes To's Comment
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Hey there Anne, Wow you sure have a lot of experience! This is quite the experience. It’s been so much fun! Thanks for saying I’m a keeper lol, but honestly… Brandon is even more a keeper ❤️

Hope your arm heals up soon!!! Take care and stay in touch

Stacy

Thanks, girl ~ !

It's that O'positive blood type; Universal Diesel, haha~!!

I owe you a reply elsewhere, and you shall receive ASAP, promise. :)

Y'all are awesome, gal. Being a trucker's wife isn't the easiest task either, by ANY means. Big Scott & I just had a chat about that yesterday. And then Davy's situation.

Brandon's lucky to have you & vice versa, y'all stay BLESSED!

~ Anne ~

ps: Brandon, keep on keeping on!!! If WMPF's DC for us were closer, you'd be having a 'joiner.' The closest one has no openings, currently. Never know, they open up at times, we'll keep checking~!!

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SAP:

Substance Abuse Professional

The Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) is a person who evaluates employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up testing, and aftercare.

Jay J.'s Comment
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This was a good read! It has answered some of the questions I had a Onboarding in DE. I will be heading there next week March 4th. I will give it my all and try to keep my nerves in check lol. Thank you for the post!

5/12/22

Today is test day. No more practice. This is what they have been preparing us for all week. Now the nerves have returned. I keep telling myself I’ve done good all week. Why be worried now? But yet, what if today is the day I screw up? What if today is the day I hit a trailer backing up? Or hit a curb on the road trip? Or forget something on the pre trip? The devil has a way of whispering in your ear and trying to rob you of your confidence. But I wasn’t listening to any of that today. First up today, road trip. City route. Really not that bad. Just watch out for the idiots on the road and show your courteous to other drivers. It went well. One down, two to go. Next, pre trip. I got real frazzled with this one. I know every step by heart, I just don’t like racing a clock. I did however get everything and have a few minutes to spare. One more test. Now the backing. No problems with this one either. This also has a time limit as well but for some reason I remain very calm on backing. I just always get out and look and make sure I’m going in right. I get it in no problem. I feel pretty good. I know I did well. We had one driver retake the test Friday, but in the end all 16 passed. It was a good feeling when we heard those words “welcome to Walmart “. I’m looking forward to going to orientation on Monday and beginning my career here. I plan on it being my last.

HOS:

Hours Of Service

HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Brandon S.'s Comment
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Good luck to you! Nervousness is normal, it will keep you aware, but enjoy it. Have fun. I really enjoyed my time at onboarding. It’s not as bad as your mind will convince you it is.

This was a good read! It has answered some of the questions I had a Onboarding in DE. I will be heading there next week March 4th. I will give it my all and try to keep my nerves in check lol. Thank you for the post!

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5/12/22

Today is test day. No more practice. This is what they have been preparing us for all week. Now the nerves have returned. I keep telling myself I’ve done good all week. Why be worried now? But yet, what if today is the day I screw up? What if today is the day I hit a trailer backing up? Or hit a curb on the road trip? Or forget something on the pre trip? The devil has a way of whispering in your ear and trying to rob you of your confidence. But I wasn’t listening to any of that today. First up today, road trip. City route. Really not that bad. Just watch out for the idiots on the road and show your courteous to other drivers. It went well. One down, two to go. Next, pre trip. I got real frazzled with this one. I know every step by heart, I just don’t like racing a clock. I did however get everything and have a few minutes to spare. One more test. Now the backing. No problems with this one either. This also has a time limit as well but for some reason I remain very calm on backing. I just always get out and look and make sure I’m going in right. I get it in no problem. I feel pretty good. I know I did well. We had one driver retake the test Friday, but in the end all 16 passed. It was a good feeling when we heard those words “welcome to Walmart “. I’m looking forward to going to orientation on Monday and beginning my career here. I plan on it being my last.

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HOS:

Hours Of Service

HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Andrey's Comment
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Just got home from my first week with my mentor.

Did you sleep in the truck or WM provided hotel rooms?

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