I started with Prime in 2013 stayed with them for 2 years OTR as a company driver. IMHO they have the best training for new drivers out of all the big carriers. It is longer then most overall but you will know you are ready when you are finished training and be confident! Keep on Trucking friend!
Sorry Chuck, I'm watching your videos in reverse but another great video, thank you for putting out this info for people who are going to an orientation for the first time. If I would've known this yrs ago my orientations would've went smoother. Keep up the great work and videos, looking forward to more videos, stay safe out there, stay Blessed and thank you 🙏🙏✌️👍👍
Chuck buddy. I’m so pleased to find you here with your new life adventure. Been with you from the beginning of corvette918. Looking forward to the new channel. Best of luck.
Hey Chuck I just been watching a lot of your videos I'm coming to Prime and a couple weeks and I appreciate you showing me the stuff that I will need for my journey I hope to see you at Prime thanks brother
They make you go to the DOT and do a physical there before you come to prime. I'm waiting on when to go atm. Also luckily I live 3 hours from Springfield, I'll be taking my personal vehicle. And they also require a tanker endorsement no matter what you'll be pulling.
Another great company to start with is CFI located just up the street in Joplin Mo. Their training time is 1/3 of the time. With Prime you will spend 3-4 months shacked up with a total stranger in an area the size of a closet but CFI its 3-4 weeks. Plus that time with CFI you will not do team driving which means you will learn more. Those 50k tnt miles with Prime you will be nothing but team driving meaning you drive and the trainer sleeps. When he drives you sleep. There is very little training being done. The CFI training is much shorter and more informative. Just something to think about. ✌🏻
how many years of work history? and what will Prime want as far as documents for work? I looked on their website and it doesn't say how many years or what type of documents are acceptable for work history.
Hello Chuck!!! So glad to see and hear that you are doing well and where life is taking you and your family. Obviously I was a big Corvettes 918 fan and look forward to seeing your progression with Prime and the OTR lifestyle. I've known some people in the industry but I know you won't sugar coat things and tell it like it is. I'm a disabled veteran and don't think I'd get past the medical screening. That said, if my wife could get into the business I'd be interested to know if Prime would allow me to ride along with her. Our youngest daughter is graduating high school next week. So, my wife and I have been talking about traveling around the US. I've been following Rick and am conflicted on the C8. Living on a fixed income has taken some getting used to. We too are trying to pay off our debt and start living rather than just surviving. When Rick pointed out that the Z06 you had ordered was in but life was preventing you from taking delivery I was devastated for you. While it's just a car to most it's so much more to Corvette owners and enthusiasts. I loved the Black Mamba, the ZR1, and your wife's Grand Sport. While I'll probably have to "settle" for a used C7, I will enjoy seeing what your next Corvette purchase will be and you customizing it. I've subscribed and will head over to IG and give you a follow there as well. Onward and upward, safe travels, and much success!!!
It’s good to hear from you Jon. I am so glad so many of my 918 fam are coming over for this journey. I am going to give it straight up no surfer coating anything on this journey. I can tell you that if your wife became a driver at Prime you could travel with her. You can have 3 hart Beats in the truck. 2 people and a pet or 1 person and 2 pets. Stay safe brother and as always thank you for your service it is very much appreciated!!
I will be starting my journey down the same road as soon as my summer vacation trip is over in June. Looking forward to seeing what you put out there. I’m in the beginning stages of my research and the lifestyle. Any tips you can give would be appreciated!
Finding a company that fits best for you is key as you begin your trucking career and lifestyle change. I was looking for a family oriented company that provided CDL training, the ability to go company or lease. Prime checked all the boxes for me. It’s definitely a life style change from what most of us call normal. As I mentioned in a video. This was about learning something I could do well into my 60’s and 70’s if I choose to work that long. No matter where you live or where you go there is always a job for you in this industry. Enjoy your vacation and good luck as you sir!!
At least this video give me some ideas of what to bring and what not to bring I did watch the other video with the bags as for me I'm going to go with Knight Transportation since I live in NYC at 24 years old I hope this is an interesting experience for me once I get my CDL in October
I live in Biloxi, was shocked to hear you mention it lol. The closest Greyhound Station is Houston TX I believe. Unfortunately I'm in a tight spot money wise and I dont believe I'll be able to save 500 dollars. Should I not be going to get my cdl until I can get more money? It's been a struggle I lied! There is a greyhound station in Biloxi that I didnt realize.
I wouldn’t recommend coming into trucking unless you have least 1k in your pocket and that’s if you have no family to support. You will make nothing for 30 days.
Hey Chuck, I'm 54 years young and thinking about ending my employment with my current employer and getting into trucking. I'm currently doing some research on the subject and was wondering if there are older guys getting into this field.
Hey TT, how about using some kind of sequencing system so I can watch your vids in the proper order. So far I saw that you passed your CDL and then you were on your first load with a trainer, then you were getting ready to head to Prime, then we learned what to take with you to orientation. Really frustrating! I do, however, high expectations of you as you take this new adventure.
Hi Chuck, great videos. I'm also headed to prime. I actually already have my CDL permit with endorsements, studied on my own and passed. Do you know if this will help me skip ahead or not have to take any redundant classes?
Congratulations, all new students as you know are required to come with their permits now. It does help help make Orentation much smoother. You will start Monday morning at 7am. First day will be having a physical, and then finalizing your information on your application and your 10 year work history. Then you will start the CBT’s. I took my Mac and did them all on the first day in my hotel room and then you will have sim lab for 3 days. If you get the CBT’s done fast you will be relaxing the rest of the week. Friday you will have your PSD trainer and getting it started. Know your Pre-Trip before you arrive. I have a playlist if you know it that makes the PSD go by even faster. If you trainer thinks your ready you can test out and get your CDL in a week and the. Get in with TNT phase. Good luck 👍🏻
You talked about having documentation for previous jobs... what if You have been in college for the previous 7 years? Show the classes you had and degrees?
Then I would wait until you could bring at least $600. Deliver pizzas for a month something to save up some money. That first 2-3 weeks you won’t make anything while in PSD training. They give you a 200 a week load but you have to pay it all back and you don’t want that. If you have at least 5 years of consistent employment you should be fine. You just can’t show a history of job hopping.
Thank you for all the information sir really excited to start the process at prime inc . So the drug testing and physical is done before you get to the facility? Thank you
The drug test is done before. You will DOT physical when you get to prime. This is done on the first day. Unless something has changed. Good luck to you Alex!!
November 2019, I’ll be attending the orientation out in Salt Lake City. I have took drug testing and DOT physical per my recruiter request prior to attending orientation. I have asked this matter with my Recruiter, she said I won’t undergo drug testing and DOT physical again at the orientation. A little bit confusing.
I had to do a DOT physical to get my permit and I got a medical examination card for it. So I'm wondering to do I have to get another physical even though I have that card?
You shouldn’t. If you are going to Prime the one you got should be fine even though they will have you looked over my their Dr. if they do issue you another card at Prime make sure that’s the one you keep and make sure your state DMV gets a copy and updates their system. You can be ticketed for having two medical cards on you.
Hi, Chuck, what if I was born overseas (my Birth Certificate is in foreign language) and my US Passport is expired? Do I have to renew my US Passport, or translate and notarize my Birth Certificate?
I would call a recruiter on that. You have a unique situation that I am not for sure on the answer. My roommate in Orentation was from Africa and he was a refugee that came over but he had paper work from the government that made him eligible to drive. A prime recruiter can definitely answer that question for you.
I have a passport card expires in 8 years all my documentation is up dated with in the past few years cause I am a cruiser traveler is a passport card good enough or do I need the book passport
You won’t need a passport if your working for Prime but I wanted to have one for future trucking opportunities and the additional identification. You will be getting a TWIC card and the Passport helps in that process and they required the book.
It’s a ruff ride with allot of stops that doubles the amount of time you spend traveling. The horror story’s I herd from people who came to prime via the gray hound made the decision easy for me.
All my tax returns have shown where the money was made so not for sure of how you filed but they my question that. Would just have to talk with a recruiter on that.
hello I have been watching your videos, I am really interested in prime and want to get my cdl and training through them however the only issue I have that I cant seem to find an answer for are tickets I have two speeding tickets I received a month or two apart one for 9 miles over and one for 20 miles over. would that disqualify me from prime I just want to know befor I start doing my pre prep stuff don't want to waste my time if I wont get Accepted and also thank you for all your videos
I would recommend calling a recruiter at prime. Call Julie Jones 417-799-8999 she is a really nice lady and she is a recruiter. She will answer that question for you before you do any paper work etc: Good luck to you Heather!!
Backing takes time. Most people struggle with that the most. It takes practice. A good driving school will get you the practice you need but even people who have been driving for years have days were they struggle to back. Prime is a good place to get started.
@@vanessawilliams3409 I just talked to a recruiter, they will evaluate you after orientation if you start with a cdl in hand. if you need more training you will have to sign a 1 yr contract. i dont like that part. smh
@Shawn Barker I really don’t neither. I didn’t do well with backing at the truck school but still determined to get my license. I heard good things about Prime and the one on one training so I’m hoping to head to Pittston in 3 weeks.
You just gave a urine sample they tested with a strip. Making sure you are not over 6.4 and the sleep apnea test is only needed if you have a body mass over 33% and your neck is larger than 17 inches
So I just called my recruiting and she told me where to look because I was very nervous so the actual number are A1 C max is 10 just to update you thank you for repsponding
I am not for sure how old you are but I want to bring proof of where you have worked for the past 10 years. If you have the back up to prove it you won’t have any issues. There were guys who were healed up because they couldn’t verify their employment and the W2 or tax returns will be your back up.
Trucking Through Life okay but what about the $600 a unemployed 20 year old doesn’t have? I know they pay for the travel and room and medical stuff but why would I need that much for a week?
I started with Prime in 2013 stayed with them for 2 years OTR as a company driver. IMHO they have the best training for new drivers out of all the big carriers. It is longer then most overall but you will know you are ready when you are finished training and be confident! Keep on Trucking friend!
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Hi Justin Neal, how can I reach out to you
Sorry Chuck, I'm watching your videos in reverse but another great video, thank you for putting out this info for people who are going to an orientation for the first time. If I would've known this yrs ago my orientations would've went smoother. Keep up the great work and videos, looking forward to more videos, stay safe out there, stay Blessed and thank you 🙏🙏✌️👍👍
Chuck buddy. I’m so pleased to find you here with your new life adventure. Been with you from the beginning of corvette918. Looking forward to the new channel. Best of luck.
Hey William!! So glad you are coming over from Corvettes 918!! Hope everything is well with you sir!!
Hey Chuck I just been watching a lot of your videos I'm coming to Prime and a couple weeks and I appreciate you showing me the stuff that I will need for my journey I hope to see you at Prime thanks brother
Much success to you Kris. You will do amazing
I genuinely appreciate this
You are very welcome, have had my CDL for 18 months or so and enjoy driving local. Check out my newer videos for sure. Happy New Years.
Love your videos! You’re well spoken.
I appreciate that!!
They make you go to the DOT and do a physical there before you come to prime. I'm waiting on when to go atm. Also luckily I live 3 hours from Springfield, I'll be taking my personal vehicle. And they also require a tanker endorsement no matter what you'll be pulling.
Another great company to start with is CFI located just up the street in Joplin Mo. Their training time is 1/3 of the time. With Prime you will spend 3-4 months shacked up with a total stranger in an area the size of a closet but CFI its 3-4 weeks. Plus that time with CFI you will not do team driving which means you will learn more. Those 50k tnt miles with Prime you will be nothing but team driving meaning you drive and the trainer sleeps. When he drives you sleep. There is very little training being done. The CFI training is much shorter and more informative. Just something to think about. ✌🏻
Good video, great organizational skills!
how many years of work history? and what will Prime want as far as documents for work? I looked on their website and it doesn't say how many years or what type of documents are acceptable for work history.
Can you do a video on how to select a new dispatcher if you and your fleet manager aren't getting along?
Hello again Chuck sorry I didnt realize until yesterday that you were the Corvette in Chads room , hope you have a Safe and Happy Easter Brother!
Hi Scott, yes sir!! You do the same. We have allot to be thankful for that’s for sure. Take care sir. 👊🏻
I am here watching all of your videos
Hello Chuck!!! So glad to see and hear that you are doing well and where life is taking you and your family. Obviously I was a big Corvettes 918 fan and look forward to seeing your progression with Prime and the OTR lifestyle.
I've known some people in the industry but I know you won't sugar coat things and tell it like it is. I'm a disabled veteran and don't think I'd get past the medical screening. That said, if my wife could get into the business I'd be interested to know if Prime would allow me to ride along with her. Our youngest daughter is graduating high school next week. So, my wife and I have been talking about traveling around the US.
I've been following Rick and am conflicted on the C8. Living on a fixed income has taken some getting used to. We too are trying to pay off our debt and start living rather than just surviving. When Rick pointed out that the Z06 you had ordered was in but life was preventing you from taking delivery I was devastated for you. While it's just a car to most it's so much more to Corvette owners and enthusiasts. I loved the Black Mamba, the ZR1, and your wife's Grand Sport. While I'll probably have to "settle" for a used C7, I will enjoy seeing what your next Corvette purchase will be and you customizing it. I've subscribed and will head over to IG and give you a follow there as well. Onward and upward, safe travels, and much success!!!
It’s good to hear from you Jon. I am so glad so many of my 918 fam are coming over for this journey. I am going to give it straight up no surfer coating anything on this journey. I can tell you that if your wife became a driver at Prime you could travel with her. You can have 3 hart Beats in the truck. 2 people and a pet or 1 person and 2 pets. Stay safe brother and as always thank you for your service it is very much appreciated!!
this dude lit his wife's gold card ON FIRE getting ready for this possible job.
I will be starting my journey down the same road as soon as my summer vacation trip is over in June. Looking forward to seeing what you put out there. I’m in the beginning stages of my research and the lifestyle. Any tips you can give would be appreciated!
Finding a company that fits best for you is key as you begin your trucking career and lifestyle change. I was looking for a family oriented company that provided CDL training, the ability to go company or lease. Prime checked all the boxes for me. It’s definitely a life style change from what most of us call normal. As I mentioned in a video. This was about learning something I could do well into my 60’s and 70’s if I choose to work that long. No matter where you live or where you go there is always a job for you in this industry. Enjoy your vacation and good luck as you sir!!
At least this video give me some ideas of what to bring and what not to bring I did watch the other video with the bags as for me I'm going to go with Knight Transportation since I live in NYC at 24 years old I hope this is an interesting experience for me once I get my CDL in October
hey brad you have an update? still enjoy it?
@@maicabbages No update. I could not pass the New York CDL
I live in Biloxi, was shocked to hear you mention it lol. The closest Greyhound Station is Houston TX I believe. Unfortunately I'm in a tight spot money wise and I dont believe I'll be able to save 500 dollars. Should I not be going to get my cdl until I can get more money? It's been a struggle
I lied! There is a greyhound station in Biloxi that I didnt realize.
I wouldn’t recommend coming into trucking unless you have least 1k in your pocket and that’s if you have no family to support. You will make nothing for 30 days.
Why do they want to know about my employment history? What if I don't have a way to verify anything?
Hey Chuck, I'm 54 years young and thinking about ending my employment with my current employer and getting into trucking. I'm currently doing some research on the subject and was wondering if there are older guys getting into this field.
Definitely, had two guys in my class that were in their late 50’s. As long as you can pass a DOT physical you can come right on it.
Nice work ! Thanks.
Hey TT, how about using some kind of sequencing system so I can watch your vids in the proper order. So far I saw that you passed your CDL and then you were on your first load with a trainer, then you were getting ready to head to Prime, then we learned what to take with you to orientation. Really frustrating! I do, however, high expectations of you as you take this new adventure.
It’s called follow the playlist Orentation/PSD 😂😂
Great advice!
Are pay check stubs cool for orientation?
Great information.
Hi Chuck, great videos. I'm also headed to prime. I actually already have my CDL permit with endorsements, studied on my own and passed. Do you know if this will help me skip ahead or not have to take any redundant classes?
Congratulations, all new students as you know are required to come with their permits now. It does help help make Orentation much smoother. You will start Monday morning at 7am. First day will be having a physical, and then finalizing your information on your application and your 10 year work history. Then you will start the CBT’s. I took my Mac and did them all on the first day in my hotel room and then you will have sim lab for 3 days. If you get the CBT’s done fast you will be relaxing the rest of the week. Friday you will have your PSD trainer and getting it started. Know your Pre-Trip before you arrive. I have a playlist if you know it that makes the PSD go by even faster. If you trainer thinks your ready you can test out and get your CDL in a week and the. Get in with TNT phase. Good luck 👍🏻
You talked about having documentation for previous jobs... what if You have been in college for the previous 7 years? Show the classes you had and degrees?
I live next to their Springfield, MO Campus
Yes, you will just show that you have been in school. Your recruiter will get that information from you.
Great information for the new drivers. #new here
🗣 Good Info 👍🏾
Hey chuck a few questions. What do you do if you absolutely cant afford to bring $600 and what if you dont have 10 years worth of work.
Then I would wait until you could bring at least $600. Deliver pizzas for a month something to save up some money. That first 2-3 weeks you won’t make anything while in PSD training. They give you a 200 a week load but you have to pay it all back and you don’t want that. If you have at least 5 years of consistent employment you should be fine. You just can’t show a history of job hopping.
do you think it will be a problem for work history if i have been in college for most of the past 5 years?
No shouldn’t have an issue as long has you have proof
I see this was a year ago, any updates??
I got my CDL and came back home and drove local. That OTR stuff wasn’t for me.
@@TheTulsaTrucker ok great
@@TheTulsaTrucker how long did u stay at prime?
@@mrcurator6489 3 weeks. I came back home and found a local Driving job and now drive for an LTL company. OTR definitely wasn’t for me and my family.
Thank you for all the information sir really excited to start the process at prime inc . So the drug testing and physical is done before you get to the facility? Thank you
The drug test is done before. You will DOT physical when you get to prime. This is done on the first day. Unless something has changed. Good luck to you Alex!!
November 2019, I’ll be attending the orientation out in Salt Lake City. I have took drug testing and DOT physical per my recruiter request prior to attending orientation. I have asked this matter with my Recruiter, she said I won’t undergo drug testing and DOT physical again at the orientation. A little bit confusing.
What if I never had a job? This my first time applying for a job
You will have to ask a recruiter on that one. As long as you have had your drivers license for at least 1 year you should be fine and you’re over 21.
I had to do a DOT physical to get my permit and I got a medical examination card for it. So I'm wondering to do I have to get another physical even though I have that card?
You shouldn’t. If you are going to Prime the one you got should be fine even though they will have you looked over my their Dr. if they do issue you another card at Prime make sure that’s the one you keep and make sure your state DMV gets a copy and updates their system. You can be ticketed for having two medical cards on you.
@@TheTulsaTrucker Oh really now. Thanks for the heads up!
Hi, Chuck, what if I was born overseas (my Birth Certificate is in foreign language) and my US Passport is expired? Do I have to renew my US Passport, or translate and notarize my Birth Certificate?
I would call a recruiter on that. You have a unique situation that I am not for sure on the answer. My roommate in Orentation was from Africa and he was a refugee that came over but he had paper work from the government that made him eligible to drive. A prime recruiter can definitely answer that question for you.
I have a passport card expires in 8 years all my documentation is up dated with in the past few years cause I am a cruiser traveler is a passport card good enough or do I need the book passport
You won’t need a passport if your working for Prime but I wanted to have one for future trucking opportunities and the additional identification. You will be getting a TWIC card and the Passport helps in that process and they required the book.
May I ask, why is it kinda bad to take the bus in your opinion??
It’s a ruff ride with allot of stops that doubles the amount of time you spend traveling. The horror story’s I herd from people who came to prime via the gray hound made the decision easy for me.
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So if I have my tax returns and it says how much I made each year but dosent show the actual company is that ok?
All my tax returns have shown where the money was made so not for sure of how you filed but they my question that. Would just have to talk with a recruiter on that.
hello I have been watching your videos, I am really interested in prime and want to get my cdl and training through them however the only issue I have that I cant seem to find an answer for are tickets I have two speeding tickets I received a month or two apart one for 9 miles over and one for 20 miles over. would that disqualify me from prime I just want to know befor I start doing my pre prep stuff don't want to waste my time if I wont get Accepted and also thank you for all your videos
I would recommend calling a recruiter at prime. Call Julie Jones 417-799-8999 she is a really nice lady and she is a recruiter. She will answer that question for you before you do any paper work etc: Good luck to you Heather!!
Trucking Through Life ty
Hey Chuck, I was attending trucking school here in SC. I want to come to Prime but my backing skills awful. Do you think Prime could help me?
Backing takes time. Most people struggle with that the most. It takes practice. A good driving school will get you the practice you need but even people who have been driving for years have days were they struggle to back. Prime is a good place to get started.
Ok, thank you Chuck.
@@vanessawilliams3409 I just talked to a recruiter, they will evaluate you after orientation if you start with a cdl in hand. if you need more training you will have to sign a 1 yr contract. i dont like that part. smh
@Shawn Barker I really don’t neither. I didn’t do well with backing at the truck school but still determined to get my license. I heard good things about Prime and the one on one training so I’m hoping to head to Pittston in 3 weeks.
Can you tell me about sugar test and sleep apnea test? I am diabetic
You just gave a urine sample they tested with a strip. Making sure you are not over 6.4 and the sleep apnea test is only needed if you have a body mass over 33% and your neck is larger than 17 inches
I guess I’m not going I’m 7.7
So I just called my recruiting and she told me where to look because I was very nervous so the actual number are A1 C max is 10 just to update you thank you for repsponding
Indio Moreno then they have changed it since May 13th.
Hey mr chuck, do u really need the w2 forms from your prevous employers? Will it hold u back? And do u need $600 to bring? Do they pay for meals?
I am not for sure how old you are but I want to bring proof of where you have worked for the past 10 years. If you have the back up to prove it you won’t have any issues. There were guys who were healed up because they couldn’t verify their employment and the W2 or tax returns will be your back up.
Trucking Through Life okay but what about the $600 a unemployed 20 year old doesn’t have? I know they pay for the travel and room and medical stuff but why would I need that much for a week?
Can you please give me something to study in advanced.
I have a video playlist on the pre-Trip. If you can have that down pat before you arrive like will be so much easier!!
@@TheTulsaTrucker thanks so much I'm gonna check into it. Appreciate it more then you know , buddy.
Wazup chuck
Hey Joemaxx 👍🏻
I thought prime looking for 10years work history..
If you have 10 years. Some people don’t
Oh..ok...thanks
I'm 21 years old and couldnt legally work 10 years ago lol
@@Kahunak22 u r the one of those some people..
@@돼지잡는손오공 I know lol. That's why I said it
Do they employ Immigrants?
I dont like prime..