A new workplace brings new names, routines and expectations. A short conversation with your recruiter before day one can remove a lot of the guesswork.
The day before
- Confirm your start time, shift length, work address, entrance and parking instructions.
- Save your recruiter’s phone number and the name of your on-site contact.
- Confirm clothing and protective-equipment requirements, including what the employer will provide.
- Ask which documents or onboarding steps must be completed and where to submit them securely.
- Plan transportation, including a backup option if possible.
When you arrive
Check in with the designated contact. Ask where to store personal items, how timekeeping works and how to contact your supervisor during the shift.
Complete the site’s orientation before starting unfamiliar work. Learn the emergency procedures, pedestrian routes and reporting process. Ask for clarification when you don’t understand a task. Don’t operate equipment or attempt a task you haven’t been trained and authorized to perform.
Before your first shift ends
Check that your hours were recorded correctly. Confirm your next shift and any instructions you need to remember. If the job differs from what you expected, contact your recruiter so you can discuss it early.