START YOUR NEW DRIVING CAREER OFF STRONG WITH CRST
You can earn over $50k in your first year and $75k by year two with opportunities for incentives and bonuses. Better yet? We offer an $8,000 tuition reimbursement for recent CDL school graduates.
START EARNING MORE TODAY. APPLY NOW!
Fill out our driver application to learn more about driving with CRST.
Been out of the truck for a while?
WE OFFER REFRESHER COURSES TO DRIVERS WITH A VALID CDL –
BUT NO RECENT DRIVING EXPERIENCE.
PAY PACKAGE
CRST is proud to announce a significant leap forward in new driver compensation that brings our pay package to one of the top in the field. It is one of our top priorities to see our new drivers succeed and we believe nothing says that louder than improving pay.
Consistent Pay Increases for New Class A CDL Holders!OUR TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE
IS DESIGNED TO HELP YOU SUCCEED
- WEEKLY HOMETIME AVAILABLE IN SELECT MARKETS
- HEALTH AFFORDABLE MEDICAL, DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE
- 401K COMPETITIVE MATCH PLAN
- LONGEST AVERAGE TRUCKING MILES IN THE INDUSTRY
- 99% NO TOUCH, 80% DROP AND HOOK FREIGHT
- HIGH TECH TRUCKS & EQUIPMENT
CAREER PATH
When you’re ready to grow, we’re ready. Be in control of your career here. Choose any of our impressive driving opportunities and you can explore all of our other areas when you want a new challenge or need a different driving experience.
STUDENTS
Earn your CDL-A with training through our Expedited driving academy. We support you so you can succeed.
TEAMS
Our trucks run virtually nonstop, which means more money for you. Should you want to drive any other way, we can make that happen after only 6 months.
FLATBED
Fulfill your driving commitment and you can move to one of the most-trusted flatbed providers in the industry. Here, you’ll be supported and gain great pay options.
WHITE GLOVE
Continue to explore other driving opportunities. Earn more and receive unparalleled support while working with products that require special handling.
OTR
With routes available across the lower 48 states, explore America. And, do it all while enjoying great pay and benefits.
DEDICATED
When you join CRST versus a private fleet, you’ll have a consistent route, variety of home time, and great pay options.
OWNER OPERATORS
Lease purchase and contractors can explore all the different ways to drive with us. You’ll have more options and the freedom you want.
SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS ON THE ROAD
CRST is here for you every step of the way as you progress through your trucking training and develop your career. Our unique, hands-on training model provides the individual attention you need to succeed while you drive for us. We also offer 24-hour support for drivers if any questions or issues should come up on the road.
THE CRST DRIVING EXPERIENCE
Attend one of our trusted programs to earn your CDL-A and have a guaranteed job upon completion within four weeks. Learn from experienced CRST truckers and enjoy comforts like room and board with Wi-Fi, movie room and coffee, of course. With our unique blend of classroom learning and hands-on training, you’ll be well prepared for your first drive.
MORE WOMEN THAN EVER ARE CHOOSING CRST
In the past few years, we’ve had more women join us than in any period before. And we love it. In fact, CRST has double the national average of women truck drivers. Truck driving should be accessible to everyone and that’s true for our trainees as well. We focus on helping people launch successful careers, with great tools and support. Our track record for starting people in this industry is proof that we’re passionate about everyone succeeding.
TIPS FROM EXPERIENCED DRIVERS
A GOOD PRE-TRIP INSPECTION IS KEY.
You will hear this many times in training, but it's important. Not only will you avoid CSA violations, but you guarantee your safety and that of others on the road. We all know that time is important in trucking, but don't be afraid to take your time doing a thorough pre-trip inspection like you were taught.
Sherri L.
KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE ROAD.
Safety first, above all. Don't let yourself be distracted by screens or sightseeing on the road. Trucking is a great way to see the country, but remember you have a job to do. Get a good night of sleep and eat right so you can stay focused.
Roxie P.
DON'T BE TOO PROUD TO ASK FOR HELP.
CRST is a nationwide team of truckers working together to achieve one goal. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you are unsure of something. Your trainer and your co-driver are there to support you every step of the way and learning is an important part of driving with us.
Bruce L.
MILITARY BONUS
Military Apprenticeship Program Approved
- Veterans get paid extra for their service as long as they have a good standing DD-214.
- If you already have your CDL-A, no problem! You still qualify for extra pay.
- CRST’s Apprenticeship Program allows you to use your G.I. Bill for additional tax-free income.
- Proudly a G.I. Jobs Military Friendly Employer four years in a row (2016-2019).
“I’VE NEVER HAD SO MANY OPTIONS AND SUPPORT AT WORK. I GET THE FEELING THAT THE COMPANY IS ACTUALLY INVESTED IN MY SUCCESS AND MY HOME TIME WITH MY FAMILY.”
CRST SUPPORTS YOUR LIFE CHANGE
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- Our eight company divisions allow you to chose a route that fits your life and career goals.
- Within four weeks, students are with their training partner, earning money.
- We don’t ask students to have your training permit in advance, we help you through the entire permit process once you’re at the training facility.
- Recent Graduates: After your two-day orientation, you’ll embark on an extended tandem drive with a driver mentor.
- Our recruiters support you through training with a packing list, bus tickets and a training schedule.
- Gain exposure to real-world driving situations such as load monitoring, driving in all conditions, and practicing accident minimization techniques.
THERE ARE COUNTLESS REASONS TO LIFE CHANGE WITH CRST. HERE ARE A FEW:
I didn’t know if OTR was right for me.
After talking to dozens of carrier recruiters, CRST Expedited really stood out as a place you could earn great money without having to wait years. Yes, OTR would be a challenge, but I knew I could get some serious miles behind me. Now, I own my truck and if it weren’t for that experience, I’d probably still be carrier hopping.
I had no family and nowhere to go.
I moved to the U.S. in 2015, leaving my home country and all I knew, in search of a better life. Truck driving gave me a purpose; a chance to see my new country and make money. Best of all, I feel like part of the family at CRST and now I have a place to call home.
I always wanted to travel the country with my brother.
My brother Tom and I were working in the service industry with no time to take a real vacation. I told him I was considering being a truck driver and found out CRST has a company-sponsored training program. When we both finished, we asked to be teamed up. Now we’re traveling the country. Best move ever.
After graduating high school, I knew college wasn’t for me.
I’d heard so many horror stories about going into debt over tuition and I certainly didn’t have the money to pay for it myself. The decision to join CRST was one of the best I ever made. My first year really catapulted my driving career and now I mentor the next generation of drivers.