First day of truck training. They put us on the truck with an instructor for at least a week or two before we head off for classroom training. This allows us some sort of basis for comprehending the paperwork and certification training we will receive in class.

I can see how this could be a dirty job if you don't think things through and learn how not to "hug the hose". 

Received the "All Clear" call today. Everything came back ok and I'm all set to start on December 29th.

I am scheduled to travel to Sacramento the second week of January for classroom training. I'll update as I can.

Well, I went to a new-hire orientation today. I had to take the day off from Schneider to attend. I'm all set except for the results of the drug test I took today. Time to give my notice at Schneider. 

Yesterday morning I went to get the physical taken care of. In the afternoon I went over to the MVD office and took my tanker endorsement test. 

Unfortunately I also had to retake my HazMat test so I could start my TSA clearance proceedings and keep my HazMat while proving that I am not a threatening evil terrorist type personage.

Today I stopped by an office in downtown Phoenix and had my fingerprints collected. I had to fill out an online form last night and pay $94 for the background check. 

Well, I didn't make it the first time around. However, I received a phone call from the hiring guy this morning. I have to get another DOT physical, as well as some sort of strength test. And then go to the MVD to take the test for my Tank Trailer endorsement.