SALT LAKE CITY, May 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- C.R. England, one of
the nation's leaders in transportation solutions, has announced a
multi-million dollar pay increase for drivers in the Over the Road
Division (OTR). This represents the largest driver compensation
increase in the 98-year history of the company and will impact
approximately 60 percent of C.R. England's driver force, now making
all C.R. England driving jobs among the most competitive in the
industry.
"C.R. England has always had a tradition of providing great jobs
and great benefits for our employees," said Chief Executive Officer
Chad England. "In an ever-changing
and increasingly competitive marketplace, this multi-million dollar
investment in our drivers better positions us to attract not only
those who come to us for training and are new to the industry, but
seasoned and experienced drivers who want a proven career path.
Great companies seek to continuously improve and this is another
step in that direction for us and our drivers."
The pay increase is just one illustration of the company's
position as a long-term career choice for drivers. C.R. England is
an industry leader in length of haul and offers benefits such as
top detention pay, referral bonuses, and competitive health
insurance plans. C.R. England also offers significant long-term
career opportunities not only in OTR, but in Training, Dedicated,
Regional, and Intermodal Divisions as well.
Additionally, C.R. England drivers and office employees are part
of the company's overall commitment to help feed one million
children each year through partnerships with local food banks
nationwide. Through the One Initiative, every delivered load
provides funding to feed a hungry child. Through May, almost
500,000 meals have been provided to food banks.
"This pay increase, along with many other driver-focused
improvements, demonstrates our commitment to strengthening our OTR
driving jobs and marks a notable investment in our valued driver
force," said Brandon Harrison, Chief
Sales Officer. "All of our drivers are now among the highest
paid in the industry. As our fleet managers have been sharing the
news with our drivers, we are excited about how it is being
enthusiastically received. It is truly a New Day at C.R.
England!"
This pay increase will go into effect Thursday, May 31, 2018.
About C.R. England
Founded in 1920, C.R. England, Inc. is headquartered in
Salt Lake City, Utah and is one of
North America's largest
refrigerated transportation companies. C.R. England services
include National, Mexico, and
Regional Truckload service in addition to Dedicated and Intermodal
services. Visit www.crengland.com.
To learn more about C.R. England's goal of providing one million
meals to children each year, visit
www.oneagainstchildhoodhunger.com.
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