Chief Carriers offers you strength and stability that few transportation companies can rival. We’re proud to be part of Chief Industries, Inc., a family-owned group of companies whose diverse products and services are used in agriculture, commercial construction, structural steel, factory-built housing, and ethanol production businesses, as well as in the transportation industry. Founded by Virgil Eihusen, our parent company has served the needs of U. S. businesses since 1954. Chief has a skilled workforce of approximately 1,200, and is still run by his grandson, DJ Eihusen, today.
Chief Industries is Three Generations Strong
As a subsidiary of Chief Industries, Chief Carriers, got its start in 1973, originally as a private flatbed fleet of Chief Industries. By 1986 we had grown and obtained our own contract carrier authority. Today, we supply dependable transportation solutions to 48 contiguous states and Canada, primarily hauling flatbed loads of steel and building material, with some stepdeck shipments, too.
Our cost-effective logistics services provide efficient transportation management for customers across the country. After nearly five decades in the transportation industry, we’re proud to have built a reputation for professionalism, efficiency and superior customer service.
Irregular Route CarrierUp-to-Date Technology for Constant Monitoring & EDI SupportOn-Time & Accurate DeliveriesMeticulously Maintained EquipmentGreater Cargo SecurityQuick Response & Customer ServiceWell-Trained Professional Drivers Provide Careful Handling
Logistics Planning Service
Call on Chief Carriers for quick and cost-effective logistics services. We have experience serving a wide range of customers—from large Fortune 500 companies to the very smallest of companies.
Flatbed, Step & Van Freight
Pickup, Delivery, Tracking & Scheduling
Large Base of U.S. Partner Carriers
Superior Tracking & Communication
State-of-the-art technology means no gaps in coverage for your shipments. With Chief Carriers, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing your freight is secure and on time.
EDI Equipped — to transmit and receive most transaction sets used in the transportation industry
McLeod Software — gives you visibility into deliveries
Omnitracs Satellite Communications System — for two-way mobile communication and vehicle tracking to within 1,000 feet.
There are 18 freight classes. They are determined by weight, dimensions, density, storage capability,
ease of handling, value and liability from instances like theft, damage, breakability and spoilage.
To help you determine freight class, we’ve developed a freight density calculator.
Less than truckload (LTL) shipping allows multiple shippers to share space on the same
truck while full truckload shipments typically travel on only one truck with one destination.