USPS CCA Post Office driving course tips, becoming fast and efficient.

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  • @TammyJ7628
    @TammyJ7628 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you

  • @BillC518
    @BillC518 Рік тому +1

    I'm an ARC at an office in upstate NY. Been at it about 2 years. My LLV training was at a special area for that at the Albany NY GMF. There was two of us, each with an instructor. Vehicles were explained, they went over the inspection technique, and told us about the history of LLV's. Began with a clearance rack we had to go through without hitting the side mirrors on the vertical bars. Then around a cone course, and show we could stop at the proper point using the front mirrors Then to the mailboxes. Cones were placed in my blind spots a couple times. Then parallel parking, and alternate backing into lined spaces. I messed this up the first time, I wasn't between the lines accurately enough for the first instructor. Did better the second time around, then to the road test. My instructor sat alongside me in an observer seat. Since it was covid time, the was a plastic screen between us. He directed me where to go. Did well on that part. We were shown the Metris when we got back. Even though my office has Caravans and Metris vans, I still prefer the LLV for package delivery. They just work better for me ergonomically. My job description says I could be asked to learn to case and deliver regular mail if needed, but so far, haven't been needed for that, so I just do my Amazon Sundays.

  • @lovely31bluprint
    @lovely31bluprint Рік тому +1

    I'm nervous driving the LLV. You made it my worries easier.

  • @shannonpollard3964
    @shannonpollard3964 Рік тому +1

    I passed the LLV driving course in January 2023, then last week I passed the: FFV, Mercedes, and Pro Master driving test. I enjoyed driving the Pro Master because he has: good turning, the steering wheel is on the left hand side on the vehicle, it's big enough to fit a 6 feet person and the packages, it has multiple cameras. I learned how to Parallel Park in such an efficient way that I feel like can parallel park any size vehicle, if I have the right parking space and time.

    • @ADORE1069
      @ADORE1069 Рік тому

      How was the Mercedes training? I’m a clerk so no experience with right hand driving. Training needed for express mail clerk position. TIA

  • @julielemoine3954
    @julielemoine3954 4 роки тому +15

    I had my LLV training on the 29th of October. It has changed a bit but I believe it’s due to Covid. It was a one day deal. The trainer can only do one person and is not allowed to be in the vehicle. So we went through a packet, went over the vehicle inspection and then he walked beside the truck as I did the driving. You’re correct about it still being pass or fail but I don’t think they fail anyone very often. Then we drove around town. I followed him and that was that. The academy is 4 days and you get 3-5 days of OJI. I can also answer questions if you need recent answers. Thank you for your videos and Jay H. and all of his info too. You two are great!!

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you Julie Lemoine! I really appreciate your information and comment. That's really interesting to know about how they do it with Covid.

    • @lucylozano23
      @lucylozano23 3 роки тому

      Im going tomorrow to the defensive driving course and im confused, some ppl said its 2 days however mines is only 1 day, what can i expect?

    • @MrK3ka
      @MrK3ka 3 роки тому

      @@lucylozano23 How’d it go?

    • @njlucero7503
      @njlucero7503 3 роки тому

      Do they take you around town to parallel park? Or is that just with the cones

    • @mimiwilliams91
      @mimiwilliams91 2 роки тому

      Am going through hands on training didn't do a good job the first day next week is my last day of training 🙃

  • @bryanhubbard3108
    @bryanhubbard3108 2 роки тому +2

    This was informative and I appreciate you making this video. I feel a little more at ease. Thank you bro!!

  • @heathervivian3913
    @heathervivian3913 4 роки тому +9

    Your videos and advice are great. I am a new RCA, just completed defense driving last week, and did the driving course portion a couples days ago. Yes like other comment's are true. During my session we had two trainers and there was me and another RCA. So one trainer was with me and the other trainer was with the other RCA. They worked with us outside of the llv,promaster,and ffv(crv). The inspection of all of them, and in the driving coarse we just drove the llvs,then took them out on the street. The one instructor drove a government vehicle and the other drove the promaster. It was like a convoy kind of thing. The one instructor was leading us, then I was behind him and the other llv was behind me and then the promaster was in the end. If you have any questions about RCA, training parts just let me know. Its almost like CCA but we are just in the country driving not walking alot, unless we have to walk to an apartment building. They really were repetitive on if you can't see your vehicle to secure it, curbing your wheels,setting your emergency brake, put in park, turning off your vehicle and pulling the key out. Oh and backing up, don't back up at all. If you have to make sure there isn't anything behind you. Even if you think there isn't curb your wheels, set brake, put in park vehicle and turn off vehicle and take key out. Go check then before you back up blow your horn a few times. Thanks again for all your videos they are all great. Take care and have a great rest of your week.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for that comment I really do appreciate it. You just gave a lot of great information too and congratulations on getting RCA! I will definitely pick your brain if anything comes up. Keep me posted through these holidays and vent if you have to.

  • @TripleH409
    @TripleH409 2 роки тому +1

    They threw me out to the wolves before the driving test delivering packages for Christmas. I drive a rented van... One shift was 14.5 hours... Tomorrow is my driver's training.

  • @thehouseofVEGA
    @thehouseofVEGA 3 місяці тому

    I just went thru it. It was a 1 day pass or fail but they say no one fails. I did it in LA in an area with lots of big rigs and skinny streets so it was a bit stressful.

  • @erinlong563
    @erinlong563 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you Mailman Mike for your video. I take the test on Monday. This was very helpful. 😁👍

  • @lynellehancock1
    @lynellehancock1 3 роки тому +4

    I'm going for my LLV Skills Course this week. So excited. I drive a Mini Cooper as my personal vehicle so this is definitely is be a big difference.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      That's awesome! I drive a mini too, way different lol.

  • @fredymarroquin1175
    @fredymarroquin1175 3 роки тому +5

    I have my CDL from driving as a Bus Driver for SEPTA in Philly as my previous job and will start the USPS training next week. I hope I’m good with my experience lol.. Thanks for the video, it has helped me a ton. Love your channel.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +2

      I appreciate you watching. Yeah if you have your CDL it'll be a breeze for you lol.

    • @brittanystratton2839
      @brittanystratton2839 3 роки тому +2

      Why did u leave septa for usps ?

  • @Divergentdesignz
    @Divergentdesignz 4 роки тому +18

    Passed my road test LLV, FFV AND THE MERCEDES VEHICLE

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +4

      Whoop whoop!!! Congratulations!! I drive the promaster. Which one did you like the best?

    • @Divergentdesignz
      @Divergentdesignz 4 роки тому +4

      @@CalUsviFl FFV.. BUT the mercedes is a setup for employees to get themselves fired lol you have to tal buttons for switching gears, pull the emergency park panel them step down on the leverage, the key is on the left side, it has Bluetooth, heat and lol but I like the llv and ffv more so the ffv

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      @@Divergentdesignz seriously though, that level switching in that Mercedes is asking to get broken lol. Congrats again. Hang in there and remember who will be out there just like you this holiday season.

  • @MrJulius72
    @MrJulius72 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for these videos. I start my orientation on Monday, and I know it's probably just a matter of days until I'm being trained in the LLV. I can't wait to get into it.

  • @squickenpup
    @squickenpup 2 роки тому +1

    Best. Mailman. Ever.

  • @anthonyjohnson2172
    @anthonyjohnson2172 2 роки тому +2

    LLV Truck Training : first time the instructor said my parking is bad ,not use two hands on steering wheel, ( need re-take) , second time after training ,,the instructor said no seat on the passenger side (only has tray) ,so he can't follow me take raod test , so i'm going to take my third time training ...W.T.F......

  • @TripleH409
    @TripleH409 2 роки тому +1

    If you fall or get into an accident in the first 90 days they will fire You

  • @janewick24
    @janewick24 3 роки тому +3

    I took my road test today, the instructor said as soon as I hit a cone I was done. I hit a cone trying to back up 🤷🏾‍♀️ that was the end of my time at USPS.

  • @iMr.Jetpacks
    @iMr.Jetpacks 2 роки тому +1

    I've been working for USPS for almost 3 months. I start at 10a, they have someone case and pull down by the time I get there

  • @MrFinesse316
    @MrFinesse316 4 роки тому +14

    You dnt need an intro bruh!! You just need to be genuine and informative!!
    Keep up the good content!!

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      That's motivating jay h!!! I learn from the best.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      @@keisham162 yes he is!

  • @kfletch4344
    @kfletch4344 2 роки тому

    Thank you for all you so

  • @andresmurillo1454
    @andresmurillo1454 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the advice 👍

  • @kez7705
    @kez7705 3 роки тому +4

    Any tips on a new CCA on delivering the mail and casing I know I going to struggle starting off

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +2

      For casing, don't take longer then 5 to 10 seconds looking for where the piece of mail goes in the case, or it down and move on. Start with presort flats ALWAYS when casing. Don't worry if you've missed a piece of mail when delivering, just bring it back. Obviously, don't bring back a crap ton of mail though. If you've skipped more than 5 houses with the DPS then look at the DPS again cause chances are there's a DPS error.

  • @donmota3360
    @donmota3360 2 роки тому

    So I have my orientation date soon at the end of April lol kin of nervous, about the driving part , I was told if I fail it , they would let me go lol smh new at driving so 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @FancyyyPantsss
    @FancyyyPantsss 3 роки тому +1

    Are the pedals the same? Meaning, break on left, gas on right? Just steering wheel on right side? I’m getting nervous!

  • @Astarz22
    @Astarz22 3 роки тому +2

    I’m really nervous I have an upcoming driving test, everyones saying if you even tap the cone you fail, another person said if you knock down the cone you automatically fail. It will really suck if I got this far and fudge it up because I’m too nervous to drive Smfh 🥴

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +3

      EVERYONE hits the cone and if they say they didn't then they're lying. You're not going to fail if you hit the cone. The purpose is to strike some fear into you to ensure you check your blind spots. Like I've told everyone, if you fail your driving course, it's because your instructor failed you as a teacher. You'll be fine, dust off those nerves and be confident.

    • @Astarz22
      @Astarz22 3 роки тому +1

      Appreciate the kind words and the motivation, thanks a lot

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +1

      @@Astarz22 I don't know what happened to my typing but that was a complete fail lol. No problem, you'll be good. Keep me posted.

    • @Astarz22
      @Astarz22 3 роки тому +4

      @@CalUsviFl I did it Mike I passed 🙏🏾

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +1

      @@Astarz22 congratulations! Cake right? I told you not to be nervous.

  • @alexandriamares1402
    @alexandriamares1402 3 роки тому +2

    Heck yeah !!!! My mailman that delivers to my home gets sees candy every year not the small the big box lol. He is so happy when he gets that every x mas. Lol my dad's mail carrier she awesome he always gets her ferrero Roche the big box from Costco she loves that candy. Sees candy is whatever about lol. We treat or mail carriers really good. Whatever they want or need water, snacks etc we dont care we give it lol. Sheesh all the dogs know our carriers they dont even bark at them. Lol

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      I want to be that mailman! I haven't had sees candy in so long!

    • @alexandriamares1402
      @alexandriamares1402 3 роки тому

      Your customers don't do that for you ?? At all ?? That sucks. I'm sorry. We even give candy to our trash men for x mas . Holy crap. I'm sorry for that.

  • @brittanyfagan7153
    @brittanyfagan7153 3 роки тому +1

    I was told I had to come back and retake my LLV road test didn’t do so great on the parallel parking was my only problem is this true I can retake it I haven’t heard anything back yet ?

  • @frankal85
    @frankal85 2 роки тому

    Great video

  • @erlinedesir9367
    @erlinedesir9367 3 роки тому

    I had my orientation today and DDC training is wednesday. I would like to know what to wear for the driving test.

  • @psychedelicgirl6060
    @psychedelicgirl6060 4 роки тому +1

    How long does it take for fingerprints to come back ? Did mines Thursday

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      I've been hearing from people on here that they've been waiting 2 weeks now so hang in there. If imagine anyone that has completed fingerprints should hear something back before Thanksgiving cause we'll be needing all the help for the holidays.

    • @psychedelicgirl6060
      @psychedelicgirl6060 4 роки тому +1

      @@CalUsviFl Thank you for the fast reply !

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      @@psychedelicgirl6060 that's what I do!

    • @Louie-lr8jv
      @Louie-lr8jv 4 роки тому +1

      Did mine last Tuesday (11/10 ) just waiting to hear back. Hopefully it’s good news.

    • @tilnet7976
      @tilnet7976 4 роки тому

      Mine took 2 months clean record usps messed it up said I wasn’t a citizen but I am.. i had To wait for it to go through again then it took 5 days 🙄🙄 my whole process was aug 17 to orientation date on dec 14 I’m in now thx goodness😁

  • @tilnet7976
    @tilnet7976 4 роки тому +1

    I will be starting after Xmas my shadow day is today I’m driving my car behind the mail truck cant be in the truck cause of covid🤪🤪.. I go for llv training sun and mon then academy dec 22 thru dec 26 then I start oji training

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      I must not have gotten your comment alert. Congratulations getting that, all learning now.

  • @Himynameisantone97
    @Himynameisantone97 4 роки тому +3

    Hi there! Loving the information and videos. Keep them coming! My question is: I’m going in for finger print day after tomorrow. I have a clean record. Assuming I get so sign on the job as a CCA, will USPS allow me to give a 2 weeks notice to my current employer?

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      I'm so sorry for not getting this alert and getting back to you fast. I appreciate you watching. I don't know if they'll give you that leniency but it wouldn't hurt to try.

  • @goldberg202002gman
    @goldberg202002gman 4 роки тому +1

    Hello. I had went from a custodian to a city carrier in September of this year. I had a two day certification course in the 2ton box truck and the promaster van. It was for me pass or fail. Of course I passed. They will have the carrier / cca do maneuvers in the lot if you pass that then they take you out on the road. For the new cca's it's pass or fail before they can move on. Sorry for the long comment.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      Thank you for that, that's good to know. Do you know if they failed anyone?

    • @goldberg202002gman
      @goldberg202002gman 4 роки тому +1

      @@CalUsviFl you're welcome. didn't hear of anyone that failed yet.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      @@goldberg202002gman oh ok, that's good then. That would suck to get that far and fail on the driving.

    • @JWilliams-sn3qe
      @JWilliams-sn3qe 3 роки тому

      @@goldberg202002gman how is it going, applied labor custodian craft is hard to to get in coming off the street, supervisor say he has 4 spots open, thanks

  • @Salvadormartin80
    @Salvadormartin80 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Mike! In my situation that I'm out for disability because a Dog Bite. Do you think I have a chance to pass my probation? because My next appointment with the doctor will be on July 20 when I will tell the doctor to give me a release letter to go back to work. I'm worried because I don't know I will be treat it when I comeback. What do you think is going to happen to me when I comeback to work?
    Thanks for all your videos. all of them are very interesting.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      I appreciate you watching. You shouldn't have any issues when you get back or be treated any different..."shouldn't". The should treat you as they would treat any new cca but they probably will be keeping an eye on you.

  • @jsalam4298
    @jsalam4298 4 роки тому +2

    I’m still waiting on my background. The driving is what have me super nervous 😩 question though..how far is your route from the station? Do they send you out really far or are the routes somewhat by the station?

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      I've been hearing that the background check has been taking long. I know it's easier said than done but don't be nervous about the driving. My route is about 2 miles from my station but done people drive over 5 miles to their route and in some cities further than that especially rural carriers.

    • @jsalam4298
      @jsalam4298 4 роки тому +1

      @@CalUsviFl thanks for answering quickly. I already had a feeling the background was going to take some time, I just really wanted to start working before the year is up. Do you know if drug tests are still be given? I know Jay H said they had paused due to COVID but I wonder if it started back up again

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      @@jsalam4298 no problem at all. I know it may differ from area to area but as far as I know in my area they're still doing the drug tests. I would hope that if you've gotten this far that they're expecting to utilize you through the holidays.

    • @EvolvinEvo
      @EvolvinEvo 4 роки тому +1

      @@jsalam4298 no drug test given now, after fingerprinting and background you will do 2.5 days orientation with .5 days driver safety> shadow day>LLV, FFV, Promaster training>4 days carrier academy...all easy money before it gets real with OJI for 3 days and then off you go solo

    • @ihateracists3188
      @ihateracists3188 3 роки тому

      @@EvolvinEvo so the road test is not a pass or fail ? I just finished my 2.5 days of orientation. Tomorrow is the driver familiarization

  • @MsTellitlikeitis48WithTheTea
    @MsTellitlikeitis48WithTheTea 3 роки тому

    Hi Michael if someone wants to be a shop steward what manual should they read and how to get it?

  • @paulchavers9251
    @paulchavers9251 4 роки тому +3

    Great videos and good information! I start orientation on Nov 30th for cca. I imagine after I get through academy and OJI I'll be thrown out to the grinder for this holiday season. Lol. Just wondering how quickly or slowly did it take you to adapt to driving on the right side of the llv?

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      Hey, congratulations for that. You'll be definitely out there in the grinder for sure. Didn't take me long at all to get use to it actually. Getting use to the mail and delivering took me a little and you'll have to learn quicker because of the holidays. Good luck and get back on here and vent for support lol. I'll be out there to looking at Christmas lights while delivering.

  • @Melissa199468
    @Melissa199468 3 роки тому +1

    Great videos! I’m curious about the parallel parking, I can’t imagine doing that while actually working. I’d assume most people will double park or keep driving until you find something to pull into to. Are they really harsh on that part of the driving test? I’m taking mine in Brooklyn NY

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +1

      I appreciate you watching. It's all about comfortability with the truck. I've never parallel parked since working at the post office. You are right, there's a lot of double parking.

    • @lynellehancock1
      @lynellehancock1 3 роки тому +4

      I just had my LLV course today. The parallel parking was way easier than I thought. Actually the whole course was easy after the 1st hour.

  • @ericboui1905
    @ericboui1905 3 роки тому +1

    Today is my 1st day on OJI training. Any pointers?

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому +1

      Don't be too concerned about what you haven't learned or don't get, you'll learn it all as you go. Also, don't be afraid to ask questions. Finally, don't get overwhelmed and do not quit.

  • @neverendingtravels6514
    @neverendingtravels6514 3 роки тому +2

    I live in Brooklyn new York, if you fail your driving test you have to do your application from beginning again.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      I've only heard of one person failing. If you fail the driving test then your instructor failed you as a teacher. But in the case someone does fail them give you a remedial test or put you back through the course.

  • @DedraHamii
    @DedraHamii 4 роки тому +1

    Can someone tel me the reverse portion of the test. I’m in NYC!

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому +1

      I wish I could, I've completely forgotten. I'll try and find out though.

    • @DedraHamii
      @DedraHamii 4 роки тому +1

      @@CalUsviFl I appreciate that a lot 🙏🏽

  • @johnieduran7872
    @johnieduran7872 4 роки тому +2

    I feel what your instructor should have told you when you hit that cone is you just killed a child, i feel this would have a longer lasting impact so you would be more safety conscious when driving your vehicle, of course this is the last thing that anyone would want to happen to them, whether a USPS vehicle or your own vehicle, so everyone out there be careful.

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  4 роки тому

      I think they did say that lol. Big wakeup call for me during training.

  • @michaelzollo8277
    @michaelzollo8277 3 роки тому +2

    Hey man. I have orientation on Thursday, I’ve driven my car for 14 years and have never had to parallel park, I’m super nervous about this part. Super nervous. God I hope I succeed

    • @CalUsviFl
      @CalUsviFl  3 роки тому

      Congratulations, you'll be good. You'll be given the benefit of the doubt while learning on a new vehicle.