CRST, The Transportation Solution Jobs

CRST, The Transportation Solution, Inc. is a privately held American freight company headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Established in 1955 by Herald and Miriam Smith, the company has grown into one of the nation’s largest transportation and logistics providers. It offers a comprehensive suite of services to meet diverse shipping needs.

Over the decades, CRST has expanded its operations through strategic acquisitions including:

• Specialized Transportation Inc. in 2011
• BESL Transfer Co. in 2013
• Pegasus Transportation in 2015
• Gardner Trucking in 2016
• NAL Group in 2020

These acquisitions have helped CRST enhance its services and extend its reach across North America.

The company operates a fleet of over 16,000 transportation assets and employs nearly 4,000 experienced drivers. Collectively, they drive more than 370 million miles annually. This extensive network is supported by around 2,000 driver support personnel and state-of-the-art tools to ensure efficient, reliable service.

Service Portfolio

CRST’s diverse service offerings include:

• Truckload capacity solutions
• Flatbed services
• Transportation management
• Dedicated services
• High-value product white-glove services
• Team expedited services
• Final mile home delivery

This range allows CRST to cater to standard freight as well as specialized and time-sensitive shipments.

Awards and Recognition

CRST has received numerous accolades for its commitment to excellence, including:

• Carrier of the Year by The Home Depot in 2023 and 2024
• EPA’s SmartWay Excellence Award in 2024

Locations

The company's headquarters are at 201 1st Street SE, Suite 400, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401.

Additional key locations include:

• Fayetteville, NC, USA: A major operations site supporting transportation and logistics services.