🚦 Getting Started with BNTR

Your first day at Berry N Transit CDL Bus Rental is all about preparation, orientation, and hands-on experience. In just 2–3 hours, we’ll walk you through everything you need to begin your journey toward earning your Commercial Driver’s License.

📝 Day One Overview

• Review & Sign Documents
  We’ll go over the service agreement, damage sheet, and addendum (BNTR is not a formal instruction school). A personalized folder will be created for each client.

• Collect Required Documents
  Copies of your driver’s license, insurance card, and permit will be collected.

• Vehicle Walkthrough
  Together, we’ll inspect the bus for license plates, registration, insurance, and any existing damage.

• Payment Processing
  Secure your spot and services with payment.

• Pre-Trip Materials Provided
  You’ll receive a guide to help you understand the pre-trip inspection process.

• Pre-Trip Review
  We’ll walk through the inspection steps together to get you familiar with the process.

🔍 Vehicle Familiarization

Interior Overview

• Dashboard, mirrors, seats, safety equipment

• Air Brake System

  • How it works

  • What to look for

  • The 5 required brake tests

Exterior Overview

• Compartments

• Suspension system

• Wheels and rims

• Exhaust system

• Brake chamber (how to inspect and identify defects)

Let me know if you'd like this formatted into a checklist or visual guide for your clients. I can also help you create signage or handouts for your facility!

🛠️ Hands-On Practice

• Skill Setup
  Spray-painted zones and cone layouts for maneuvering drills

• Driving Techniques
  Learn proper turning, signaling, stopping at white lines, and railroad crossing procedures

📅 Final Review & Scheduling

We’ll wrap up with a review and help you schedule your CDL exam.

🏁 Your Full License Includes

• Class B CDL

• Air Brake Endorsement

• Unrestricted Passenger Endorsement

🧾 Additional Certifications

• Endorsements: “P” (Passenger) or “AB” (Air Brakes)

• ELDT Certificates (Entry-Level Driver Documentation)