CHANGE YOUR LIFE

WITH CRST

Start your career today
We want your new life with CRST, The Transportation Solution, Inc. to have the best possible beginning, which is why we have provided this step-by-step guide. Many of your questions will be answered on this page. For all other questions, your recruiter will be happy to help.

Expectations for Your New Journey

Onboarding Schedule

Day
ONE

  • Final Application & Qualification
  • Completing Pre-hire Paperwork
  • Road Testing
  • DOT Required Courses

Day
TWO

  • Training
  • Focus on CRST Expedited Culture
  • This is a paid day of training
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What You’ll Need to Bring
Be prepared to bring the following items on your first day of training.

You must have the following important documents with you:
  1. Valid United States driver’s license.
  2. Valid social security card. In order to be valid, the card must be in original and good condition. It cannot be laminated or be a photocopy.
  3. Acceptable immigration documentation if you are not a U.S. citizen.
  4. Any employment documentation required to complete the CRST driver application (i.e. unemployment records, tax forms for self-employment, notarized letters, etc.).
  5. Voided check for transfer to your bank account, for those who want to enroll in direct payroll transfer.

We suggest you bring the following personal items with you:
  1. 7 or more days of clothes including jeans, sweats, short- and long-sleeve shirts, coat, and winter clothing if necessary.
  2. Work boots or treaded hiking shoes. Sandals, flip flops, cowboy boots, and smooth-bottom shoes are not allowed!
  3. Work gloves, hat, sunglasses, battery-powered alarm clock & flashlight.
  4. Personal toiletries needed for your time in the truck.
  5. Bedding for the truck including sleeping bag, pillows, blankets, twin size sheets, and wash cloths/towels.
  6. Notebook and pen
  7. Earbuds for training
  8. Motor carrier atlas, truck stop guide, and calculator.
  9. Medications, if you are currently taking any.
  10. Bus or rental car confirmation number.
  11. Money for personal items. This would include laundry, evening and weekend meals, and any other items you need to purchase while in training.
  12. Please do not bring tools!

What to expect and how to prepare:
  1. Transportation: If necessary, your CRST recruiter will order a bus ticket or rental car. If you plan on providing your own transportation, please contact your recruiter for directions. Those who leave the program are responsible for their own transportation.
  2. English Language: Drivers must be able to read, write, and understand English.
  3. Foreign-Born Applicants: Apart from proper documentation, your INS card must be current and cannot expire for at least six months.
  4. Money: Enough to cover meals outside of what the onboarding site provides, plus personal expenses.
  5. Alcohol: We have a ZERO tolerance policy toward the use of alcohol anytime and anywhere while training or working.
  6. 20% of your time will spent in a classroom and 80% will be spent driving.
  7. Expect to be busy Monday-Friday depending on your training location
  8. Be attentive and take good notes. Keep a positive, professional attitude – after all you’re on your way to a new career with CRST Expedited

A Life-Changing Decision

The decision to join CRST was one of the best I've ever made. My first year really catapulted my driving career and now I mentor the next generation of drivers.

FAQs

  • WHERE IS THE CRST TERMINAL IN RIVERSIDE LOCATED?
    The main building is at 5350 Wilson Street, Jurupa Valley CA 92509
  • WHAT IF I ARRIVE IN RIVERSIDE BY BUS?
    Call 951-275-5759 upon arriving at the bus station to set up an Uber ride.
  • WHAT IF I ARRIVE IN RIVERSIDE BY RENTAL CAR?
    Deliver the car with a full tank of gas to the rental car return area at the Riverside California Airport at 6951 Flight Road Riverside, CA. You will turn in your gas receipts during the first day of onboarding and be reimbursed on Tuesday. After turning in the rental car, call 951-275-5759 to be taken to the CRST Training and Lodging Building where you will be staying while in onboarding.
  • WHAT DO I DO IF MY LUGGAGE WAS LOST?
    If your luggage was lost while on the bus, please follow the steps on the Lost Luggage Procedure Document.
  • WHAT TIME DOES ONBOARDING START?
    Onboarding starts at 7:00 a.m. in Classroom 1.
  • HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED TO BRING TO ONBOARDING AND WHERE DO I EAT?
    Bring enough money to cover your evening meals and any personal expenses for the length of your stay. We offer breakfast and lunch, but you will be responsible for providing yourself with dinner. There is a cafeteria located on site that is open at 7 a.m. during the week.
  • DO I GO HOME AFTER ONBOARDING AND WHEN CAN I EXPECT TO BE HIRED?

    • No. You’ll be on the road for approximately 45 days after onboarding.
    • You’ll be hired at the end of onboarding – 2 days.
  • WHO DO I CONTACT IF I HAVE A QUESTION?
    Please contact your recruiter with any additional questions. If your recruiter is unavailable, please contact your onboarding site at 951-275-5759.

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Location and Contact Information

CRST Riverside Terminal
5350 Wilson Street, Jurupa Valley CA, 92509

800-234-3112