About To Start Prime Training Program

So I got my date to start Prime Inc's driver training program on October 6. Can anyone give me any type of advice beforehand? Im already planning on getting my permit with tanker endorsements before I get up there.

Have you gone through our High Road Training Program? You have plenty of time to complete the entire thing from beginning to end and pass your CDL permit and all of the endorsement exams before you leave. That's the best thing you can do for yourself to prepare for the training and testing.

Also, go through our Truck Driver's Career Guide and Truck Driving Blogs if you haven't already. You can skip the parts that don't apply like choosing a school or a company. But there are a ton of resources that will talk about life on the road, what to expect from training, and all sorts of stuff.

Also, have a look at our CDL Training Diaries where people document their time in training at various companies and schools, including Prime.

I highly recommend study the High Road Training Program before you go. It will save you lots of worry and hassle. Check your state ahead of time, as mine would not allow me to take various endorsements before I actually had my LICENSE. Not the permit. They took my money, and allowed me to take the test, but when it came time to transfer my permit to a license, they would not allow my endorsements, meaning I had to pay again, and retake the exams again. Also. I wouldn't pack to heavy, Your time with an instructor and trainer will be cramped at best. Even now, after a year of driving, I rarely need more than 2-3 changes of clothes. Take your toiletries in a carry bag, as well as plenty of baby wipes. they really come in handy. Orientation goes by quick, so it is best to go in prepared. Be upfront and honest about ALL your background info. Trust me when I say they WILL check. any omission is frowned upon and could be reason for dismissal. Other than that, enjoy your time, meet some new friends and get ready for an awesome new career.