The city's job-placement program is trying to match truck drivers with positions at one of the nation's largest trucking companies, CRST.
The Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Network, which has offices in Long Beach and San Pedro, is helping to place Class A truck drivers and trainees. CRST offers company-sponsored, tuition-free Class A training program with classes beginning weekly.
Jobs pay $350 to $990 a week and include medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.
A recruitment event for CRST will take place at 10 a.m. Sept. 1 at the Harbor WorkSource Center, 1851 N. Gaffey St., Suite F, San Pedro.
Advance registration with the Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Network is required. In Long Beach, jobseekers can pre-register at the Career Transition Center, 3447 Atlantic Ave., or the Center for Working Families, 1900 Atlantic Ave.
- Registration will also be available at 9 a.m. the day of the event.
- Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be 21 years old and pass a DMV and Department of Transportation record check and a physical and drug screening
- Have been licensed to drive in the United States for at least two of the last three years
- Have no misdemeanor convictions for possession of a controlled substance in the last 10 years
- Have no drunken-driving, driving while intoxicated or open-container violations in the last five years
- Have no misdemeanor convictions involving crimes of moral turpitude in the last three years
- Must have no felony convictions in the last 10 years
For those who wish to register, the following information is required:
- State identification, driver's license and Social Security Card
- Or school ID Card (with birth date) and Social Security Card
- Or School ID Card (without birth date) and Social Security Card and birth certificate
- Or U.S. Passport and any proof of Social Security Number (Social Security card, school printout).
- When applicable, bring an expired Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a green card.
- Males born on or after Jan. 1, 1960, must be registered with the Selective Service.
The Pacific Gateway Workforce Investment Network, administered by the City of Long Beach, offers free services to both businesses and job seekers.
For more information, or to participate in the recruitment, visit the Harbor WorkSource Center or call 310-732-5700.
