Effective Date: October 20, 2025
Climate Express, Inc. (“Climate Express,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, apply for employment, or interact with us in any way.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information depending on your interaction with us:
a. Information You Provide Directly
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
- Employment history, license information, and other details submitted through driver or employee applications
- Company information for customers, brokers, or vendors
- Messages or inquiries sent via our contact or recruiting forms
b. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on site, and referring URLs
- Cookies or similar tracking technologies used to improve site performance
c. Employment & Driver Application Data
If you apply for a position with Climate Express, we may collect:
- Commercial driver’s license (CDL) details, employment verification, and driving history
- Background check or motor vehicle record data (when required by law)
- Emergency contact information and references
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Respond to inquiries or service requests
- Process employment or contractor applications
- Verify eligibility and qualifications for driver or staff positions
- Provide transportation, logistics, and customer support services
- Maintain safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, FMCSA)
- Improve website performance, marketing, and communication
3. How We Share Information
We may share your information only as necessary and in accordance with applicable law:
- Service Providers: With trusted vendors that perform services on our behalf (e.g., background screening, payroll, IT support)
- Legal Compliance: To comply with law enforcement, government, or court orders
- Business Operations: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets
We do not sell or rent your personal information to any third party.
4. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for business, legal, or regulatory purposes. Employment and driver-related records may be stored in accordance with DOT or FMCSA requirements.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to analyze usage and improve user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but certain parts of the site may not function properly.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online transmission or storage method can be guaranteed 100% secure.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Request access to or correction of your personal information
- Request deletion of certain data
- Opt out of marketing communications by contacting us
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the information below.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under 16 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Effective Date” above will reflect the latest version. Please review this page regularly for updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Climate Express, Inc.
12 Progress Parkway
Union, MO 63084
Phone: (636) 583-8588
Website: www.climateexpress.com