Frequently Asked Questions

How many miles can I run?
Our average lengthof haul is 1700 miles, which means more time working and less time waiting. Our commitment to the long-haul market provides you with consistent mileage all year long.

How often will I get home?
Quality home time for every driver is a priority at CRST. In fact, we guarantee it! Your fleet manager is responsible for getting you home on the day you request to be there - even if it requires an alternative form of transportation to make it happen. You are entitled to 1.5 days off for each week you are on the road. We ask that you remain available to drive for us for a minimum of three weeks. Keep in mind, the more you are available, the more miles you can run. Most drivers choose to remain available for three to four weeks at a time.

How much money can I expect to make?
Inexperienced drivers in their first year can expect to average $30,000 with potential earnings of up to $35,000. Keep in mind most of this money is earned in the second half of your first year due to pay raises and more experience as a professional driver. Experienced professional driver first year earnings depend on whether you run as a Lead, Team, or Solo driver. Lead drivers earn between $35,000 and $45,000 in their first year. We have many experienced professional Teams earning over $100,000 annually.

How and when do I get paid?
Drivers are paid on Tuesday and Thursday by the COMDATA system. This system allows you 24 hour/7 day a week instant access to your payroll funds. Statements of earnings are prepared and sent to your home each week. Additionally, while you are on the road you can call a toll-free number to find out the amount of each paycheck.

What types of insurance benefits does CRST offer?
Medical insurance is available at full cost to the employee on the first day of employment through Starbridge. You are eligible for the CRST group plan the first of the month following 6 months of employment. The single health/dental plan is $11.12 per week and family health/dental is $45.86 per week. Life insurance coverage of $20,000 and $20,000 for accidental death and dismemberment is provided by CRST the first of the month following 6 months of employment. In addition, your spouse and dependents (up to 19 years of age, 24 years for full-time student receive $2,000 life insurance coverage at no extra charge.

What type of equipment does CRST operate?
Driver comfort and safety are major concerns when buying power units. The majority of all company-owned equipment is top of the line Navistar Skyrise Conventionals with Cummins engines and Super 10 speed transmissions. All new tractors feature top of the line specifications including anti-lock brakes, hi-rise bunks for privacy, air ride suspension, power steering, stereo/cassettes, premium interiors, and Qualcomm satellite communication equipment.

What type of maintenance program do you have for the trucks?
Tractors receive routine maintenance every 26,000 miles. Major maintenance is performed every 120,000 miles. Trailers receive regular maintenance every 18,000 miles. The company encourages communication between drivers and maintenance regarding care of the units. Equipment defects prohibiting safe operation by drivers are corrected immediately. In addition to the driver's daily pre-trip inspection, units are checked for DOT out-of-service items each time the unit is fueled at a company facility. Drivers are paid a bonus for every state and federal inspection their unit passes without being flagged for violations. Drivers are not expected to work on the equipment.

Who is my supervisor?
A Fleet Manager is assigned to you. Your Fleet Manager is the communication link to you and you family for routine or emergency messages while on the road. They are the individuals responsible for dispatching and tracing your progress throughout the country. Fleet Managers are also responsible for getting you home on a regular basis and addressing your career needs or concerns.

What type of operation does CRST have?
CRST operates company-owned equipment and hauls 100% dry van freight. Utilizing two person teams, CRST serves over 1200 customers across the country specializing in the time-sensitive, single pick-up, single delivery truckload market. Our average length of haul is 1700 miles. Our customer base includes industry leaders such as Black & Decker, General Mills, J.C. Penney, Revlon and Nestle. In addition, we are the number one national carrier for E.I. DuPont.