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Learn first-hand from an industry veteran as part of a driver team, gaining exposure to real-world driving situations such as load monitoring, driving in all conditions, practicing defensive driving techniques and much more.
After graduating from the CRST Driving Academy, you’ll be matched with an instructor for 28 days of on-the-road training with the industry’s highest student pay. After that, you can select any co-driver who lives in your area – even a friend or spouse to work through the shortest employment contract in the trucking field.
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.
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.
Employment Contract in the industry
Earn one day off for each week on the road
Affordable medical, dental & life insurance
Competitive match plan
Trucks & equipment
Layover & detention
Average trucking miles in the industry
No-touch, 80% drop-and-hook freight
World-class lease purchase program
The view from the CRST driver’s seat is unforgettable. Learn why more people are choosing to be an over the road trucker with CRST.
Experience the beautiful USA with the newest equipment in the trucking business. Our truck fleets have an average age of 18 months, making them some of the most comfortable and reliable you can drive. Experience adventure and earning with us.
With continued growth forecasted in the trucking industry, there is no doubt that this is the lifeblood of the American economy. Start earning immediately and enjoy opportunities for growth in your career when you drive with CRST.
When driving an over the road route with CRST, you can focus on what's important - getting your freight from point A to point B, safe and sound. Our drivers enjoy our 99% no-touch freight and 80% drop-and-hook freight for the ease it provides them on the road.
When driving an over the road route with CRST, you can focus on what's important - getting your freight from point A to point B, safe and sound. Our drivers enjoy our 99% no-touch freight and 80% drop-and-hook freight for the ease it provides them on the road.
With our eight company divisions, you can go from training to an experienced driver with a route that fits your life and career goals. When we say, “Start here, stay here,” we mean it.
No matter your experience level or long-term plans, our expert and friendly support staff – from recruiters to driver managers to mechanics – are behind you all the way, 24/7/365.
CRST's strength is in the cooperation and support of our eight high-performing operating companies. Together, we excel at providing logistical solutions and delivering results.
You’ll complete your training with a four-day driver orientation program at one of our orientation locations in Cedar Rapids, IA; Oklahoma City, OK; Jacksonville, FL or Riverside, CA.
After orientation, you’ll have the support you need to take on any challenge the road throws your way. We believe that it’s in everyone’s best interest to get you earning as soon as possible.
Prove your knowledge and suitability via written tests, physical tests and a road test.
Learn our policies and procedures inside and out.
Meet some of the staff that will be critical to your career success.
Hit the ground running with a co-driver or lead driver to solidify your transition to the CRST team.
