Crete Carrier Corporation vs Schneider National
Crete is privately held running Kenworths and Peterbilts across three divisions. Schneider is publicly traded with company-paid CDL training and APU trucks. Both accept new drivers.
Crete Carrier Corporation
- Pay
- $55,000 - $85,000
- Fleet
- 6,000+ trucks
- Rating
- 4/5
Schneider National
- Pay
- $50,000 - $85,000
- Fleet
- 9,500+ trucks
- Rating
- 4/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Crete Carrier Corporation
Crete pays $55K-$85K across dry van, reefer, flatbed.
Schneider National
Schneider pays $50K-$85K with tanker and intermodal highest.
Home Time
Crete Carrier Corporation
Regional and dedicated weekly; OTR 2-3 weeks.
Schneider National
Regional, dedicated, intermodal offer weekly+.
Benefits
Crete Carrier Corporation
Health, 401(k), PTO, premium trucks.
Schneider National
Company-paid CDL, APU trucks, full benefits.
Training/Support
Crete Carrier Corporation
Accepts CDL graduates across divisions.
Schneider National
Company-paid CDL training from scratch.
Equipment/Technology
Crete Carrier Corporation
Kenworths and Peterbilts -- many drivers prefer these.
Schneider National
APU Freightliners with telematics.
Where they actually differ
The scores above are our reading. This part is just the two carriers' profiles side by side — divisions, what they ask of a new hire, where they run, and which benefits only one of them lists.
Crete Carrier Corporation
- Founded
- 1966
- Fleet
- 6,000+ trucks
- Drivers
- 6,500+
- Divisions
- OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
- Experience wanted
- Recent graduates accepted (CDL-A required)
- Strongest states
- Nebraska, Texas and Pennsylvania
Crete Carrier Corporation is one of the largest privately held truckload carriers in the U.S., operating through its Crete Carrier, Shaffer Trucking (temperature-controlled), and Hunt Transportation (flatbed) divisions. Based in Lincoln, NE, Crete is known for driver-friendly policies, modern equipment, and consistent freight that keeps drivers moving.
Only Crete Carrier Corporation is strong in: Nebraska and Pennsylvania — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Crete Carrier Corporation and not by Schneider National
- • Health, dental, and vision insurance
- • 401(k) with company match
- • Paid time off
- • Late-model Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks
- • Driver referral bonuses
Schneider National
- Founded
- 1935
- Fleet
- 9,500+ trucks
- Drivers
- 12,000+
- Divisions
- OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
- Experience wanted
- Recent graduates accepted (Schneider training program)
- Strongest states
- Wisconsin, Texas and Georgia
Schneider is a premier multimodal carrier headquartered in Green Bay, WI. They offer diverse driving opportunities including van, intermodal, tanker, and dedicated divisions. The company is well-regarded for driver training, safety culture, and technology adoption.
Only Schneider National is strong in: Wisconsin and Georgia — worth knowing if you want to be domiciled there.
Listed by Schneider National and not by Crete Carrier Corporation
- • Company-paid CDL training
- • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- • 401(k) with match
- • Paid vacation and holidays
- • Company-provided trucks with APUs
Our Verdict
Schneider is better for brand-new drivers (company-paid CDL training). Crete is better if you already have a CDL and prefer Kenworth/Peterbilt trucks. Both offer three+ divisions for specialization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Crete have CDL training?
No CDL school, but accepts CDL graduates. Schneider will train you from scratch.
Which trucks are better?
Personal preference. Crete's KW/Pete vs Schneider's Freightliners with APUs. Many drivers prefer KW/Pete.
Which has reefer and flatbed?
Both. Crete via Shaffer (reefer) and Hunt (flatbed). Schneider doesn't have dedicated reefer or flatbed.