CR England Company-Sponsored CDL Training Program

Get Your CDL Training At CR England Driving Academy

• Getting Started With CR England CDL Training

  

• CR England Company Overview

  

  CR England was founded in 1920 and is based out of Salt Lake City, UT. They have grown into one of the largest refrigerated carriers in the nation with over 3,500 trucks, 5,600 trailers, and 4,600 drivers with an additional 1,000 non-driver support staff. The company operates 24/7/365 throughout the united states and specializes in long-distance freight operations.

  In addition, CR England operates its own driving schools. This allows the company to recruit and train those with no CDL or truck driving experience.

• CR England Terminal Locations

  

  Company terminals and drop yards are located throughout the united states with CDL schools located in the following locations:

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Mira Loma, CA
  • Dallas, TX
  • East Chicago, IN

• CR England CDL School Minimum Hiring Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years old.
    • Those 23 years old and younger need to have a clean driving record.
  • Have a satisfactory employment record.
  • Complete all portions of the driver application, including:
    • Three years of employment history.
    • Phone numbers with area code for all employment history.

• CR England Driving Record And Physical Requirements

  • Have a clean driving record with:
    • No DUIs in the last seven years.
    • No reckless driving charges or license suspensions.
    • No more than two drivers license administrative suspensions in the last three years.
    • No more than two moving violations in the past year with no more than three in the past three years.
  • Pass a mandatory drug screen.
  • Be able to pass a Department of Transportation physical from a doctor at the direction of C.R. England.
  • Have results of the physical that meet minimum standards, including:
    • A blood pressure rating of 140/90 or less.
    • An eyesight rating of 20/40 or better.
    • A horizontal field of vision rating of no less than 80 degrees.

• Additional Requirements

  • Pass a C.R. England road test.
  • Show an original Social Security Card that:
    • Has not been laminated
    • Has not been copied
  • Understand that firearms are strictly forbidden on CR England property.
  • Felony's must be at least 10 years of age of older.

• Where Does CR England Hire From?

  

  While there can be fluctuations based on the need for drivers in any particular area, CR England typically hires drivers nationwide in all states except for North Dakota, South Dakota, Florida and Montana.

• CR England CDL School Locations

  CR England has schools located in the following areas, with Salt Lake City being the most widely used training facility:

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Burns Harbor, IN
  • Dallas, TX
  • Fontana, CA

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• What Are The Advantages Of Working For CR England?

  • No credit checks for CDL school finanacing
  • No tuition fee deposits
  • Accelerated courses - earn your CDL in as little as 2 to 3 weeks
  • Competitive training pay
  • Guaranteed job upon graduation
  • Average length of haul is one of the highest in the industry
  • New and well maintained equipment
  • Steady recession resistant freight
  • Been in business for more than 90 years
  • Family owned and operated for 4 generations
  • Financially secure
  • Ongoing education
  • Driver support staff exceeds 1,000 employees

• TruckingTruth's Insights Into CR England's Program So Far

  

  The hiring requirements at CR England are about average as compared to the industry standard. Work history and a clean driving record are very important as well as being free from any recent felony convictions. It’s important to be honest about any background issues you might have as CR England doesn’t perform their full background check until you arrive for orientation. That’s a bad time to be told you aren’t eligible for hire.

• Preparation For Attending CR England's CDL Training Academy

  Do I need to get my CDL permit before attending school?

  No, students will acquire their CDL permits at the CR England training facility.

  Do I need a US Passport?

  While a passport is not required, it’s highly encouraged so drivers can carry freight into and out of Canada.

  Which CDL endorsements are required or encouraged?

  A HAZMAT endorsement is highly encouraged, but not required.

• Items To Bring To The CDL Training Academy

  • Birth Certificate with raised state seal (Unless you live in Indiana)
  • Social Security Card (not laminated)
  • 2 government forms dated within last 60 days verifying current address
  • Your current drivers license
  • $50.00 non-refundable Administrative Fee
  • $50 to $100 CDL Permit fee (depending on location)
  • Enough money for food and necessities until your first paycheck (Approx. 30 days)

  • Voided check if you want your paycheck direct deposited
  • Bedding (twin sheet and blanket or sleeping bag)
  • Pillow
  • Enough Clothes for at least one week (remember: training is outdoors so dress accordingly)
  • Toiletries
  • Flashlight, pens/pencils, notepad
  • Alarm Clock
  • Sun Glasses