Lisa R.

Mr. Mayleben,

I was very happy that our library decided to contract with you in training us to drive our new bookmobile. The training I received reminded me a lot of when I took driver lessons 40+ years ago. I didn’t know what to expect with the training but I came away with a better feel for the RV and its maneuverability. I have a better understanding of its capabilities and mine now that I’ve been trained.

Our trainer, Emory Macy, seemed very knowledgeable about our vehicle and the maintenance required to keep it in good running condition. He seemed to have plenty of experience driving RV’s and semis. He went over engine maintenance and our responsibilities for checking the engine, several times over our 3 days with him. He not only taught us how to fill up the truck with diesel and DEF but covered truck stop etiquette and how to wait your turn at the pump. He managed to fit in time for us to have the truck weighed on a scale so that we can re-weigh it after it is filled with materials.

I learned a lot from Emory during my behind-the-wheel training. He talks a lot and I’m not sure if that was intentional or not but I was able to hear things that were important to operating the bookmobile. He was instrumental in teaching me what to look for at potential bookmobile stops: flat terrain, space to fit the bookmobile with the doors accessible, easy departure both forward and backward. I feel confident that I could make an informed decision on where to safely park the bookmobile now. Safety was always his primary concern. We added safety vests and flashlights to our cab with his recommendations. We’ll always back up with a spotter helping direct the driver in the mirrors.

I don’t have a photo but someone in our organization has some.

Thanks so much for the training,

Lisa