Trusted Flatbed Trucking Companies, El Paso TX

When flatbed freight needs to move through El Paso’s busy border corridors, Little John Transportation Services brings the equipment, carrier depth, and hands-on coordination to keep complex loads moving. From machinery and building products to oversize freight and cross-border shipments, our teams match your cargo with vetted capacity, clear communication, and 24/7 dispatch support.

Flatbed truck carrying industrial freight in El Paso

Our Flatbed Trucking Services

Open-deck, heavy-haul, expedited, and cross-border flatbed capacity for demanding freight lanes.

Flatbed Trailers

Open-deck capacity for machinery, construction materials, steel, building products, and equipment requiring crane, forklift, or side loading with experienced carrier coordination.

Heavy Haul

Specialized transport for oversize, overweight, and project cargo using step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, route engineering, permits, and escort coordination.

Full Truckload

Dedicated full truckload moves across flatbed, step-deck, dry van, reefer, and specialized equipment with 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and a single point of contact.

LTL Flatbed

Flexible less-than-truckload flatbed options for smaller freight that needs open-deck equipment without paying for a complete truckload when partial capacity is sufficient.

Hot Shot

Fast-moving flatbed and gooseneck options for urgent project parts, AOG support, oilfield needs, construction deadlines, and same-day machinery moves.

Cross-Border

Bilingual U.S.–México freight coordination with customs support, bonded cargo handling, cross-border trailer capacity, and service through major border gateways including El Paso.

Flatbed freight team planning a truck route

Our Flatbed Freight Process

Review Load Requirements

We review commodity, dimensions, weight, loading method, pickup location, delivery requirements, and timing. For El Paso freight, we also identify border, industrial, or route constraints that may affect equipment, permits, or transit planning.

Match Equipment And Capacity

Coordinate Compliance Details

Dispatch, Track, And Deliver

Trusted By Industry

Customer Success

Trusted by major shippers moving complex freight across North America’s toughest transportation lanes.

"Alisha. WPE. Great service, nice working with you, all the time."

Jorge Otero

"Sin duda, Jacob Goodwin ha sido uno de los agentes de Landstar más profesionales y directos con los que he tratado hasta hoy. Es muy comprensivo y honesto, y hace todo lo posible para que la tarifa sea justa. Gracias por hacer un gran trabajo, sigan así."

Jerome Washington
The Little John Difference

Why Choose Little John Transportation Services?

Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity with real people who own every load.

Experience

30+ years moving flatbed, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers refuse.

Capacity

65,000+ approved carriers provide deep flatbed capacity for El Paso and North American lanes.

Compliance

CTPAT, HMSP, ISO, TWIC, and Hazmat credentials support demanding regulated freight requirements.

Communication

Bilingual teams support U.S.–México freight moving through busy border gateways like El Paso.

Meet The Freight Team

Experienced operators coordinating complex freight with hands-on accountability.

Portrait of Christopher Dale, Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services

Christopher Dale

Co-Founder & CEO

Christopher Dale is the Co-Founder and CEO of Little John Transportation Services, the specialized freight company he built from the ground up in the mid-1990s alongside his brother Steven. With over 30 years at the helm, Christopher has led the company through remarkable growth — from a small operator-focused business to a North American leader ranked #1 on the ACT Transport 50 for 16 consecutive years. His expertise spans heavy-haul, hazmat, and U.S.–México cross-border logistics, handling the complex freight most carriers refuse. Christopher's leadership philosophy centers on human-first communication, operational excellence, and safety-driven execution, values that have earned the company a 100% retention rate among its Top 100 customers and an average client tenure of 33 years.

Portrait of Steven Dale, Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services

Steven Dale

Co-Founder & COO

Steven Dale is the Co-Founder and COO of Little John Transportation Services, responsible for overseeing specialized operations and the company's vast carrier network. Since co-founding the business in the mid-1990s alongside Christopher Dale, Steven has been the operational backbone of an organization that now manages over 8,000 dedicated owner-operators and 65,000 vetted and audited carriers. He ensures that teams are strategically positioned across key logistics hubs — including Laredo, Monterrey, and Guadalajara — exactly where complex freight moves. Steven's hands-on approach and deep industry expertise have been instrumental in achieving 65 million+ miles covered annually and maintaining the company's industry-leading safety and compliance standards.

Portrait of Kathleen Stingley, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Kathleen Stingley

Account Manager

Kathleen Stingley serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where she is dedicated to delivering the human-first service that defines the company's reputation across North America. In her role, Kathleen works directly with medium- to large-sized clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions — from heavy-haul and hazmat shipments to complex cross-border logistics. She serves as a reliable, knowledgeable point of contact who ensures every load is planned, tracked, and executed with precision. Kathleen embodies the company's commitment to treating clients as partners, providing responsive communication and hands-on support that has contributed to Little John's 100% Top 100 customer retention rate and decades-long client relationships.

Portrait of Brandon Potter, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Brandon Potter

Account Manager

Brandon Potter is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, bringing a client-focused approach to one of North America's most trusted specialized freight carriers. Brandon works closely with clients across a wide range of industries — including energy, industrial machinery, automotive, and chemical sectors — to develop customized transportation solutions for complex, high-stakes freight. He serves as a hands-on partner from initial quote through final delivery, ensuring clear communication, compliance documentation, and seamless coordination across Little John's expansive carrier network. Brandon's commitment to responsive, people-driven service reflects the company's core values and its reputation for moving the cargo that most carriers refuse.

Portrait of Todd Wojtkowski, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Todd Wojtkowski

Account Manager

Todd Wojtkowski is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, playing a key role in supporting the company's mission to deliver operational excellence and human-first service to every client. Todd manages freight relationships across a broad spectrum of specialized transportation needs, including heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border shipments throughout the U.S., México, and Canada. He works as a direct partner to clients, ensuring loads are matched with the right equipment, dispatched by experienced teams, and tracked through to delivery. Todd's dedication to proactive communication and audit-ready documentation helps reinforce Little John's standing as the most trusted partner for specialized freight in North America.

Portrait of Robert Wood, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Robert Wood

Account Manager

Robert Wood serves as an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, where he is committed to delivering the responsive, detail-oriented service that sets the company apart in the specialized freight industry. Robert supports clients across sectors such as oil and gas, military and defense, pharmaceutical, and retail, helping them navigate the complexities of heavy-haul, hazmat, and time-sensitive freight requirements. He takes ownership of every load from planning to final delivery, coordinating with Little John's extensive network of owner-operators and vetted carriers to ensure seamless execution. Robert's dedication to building long-term partnerships reflects the company's core value of treating every client relationship with the care and accountability of a true business partner.

Portrait of Justin James, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Justin James

Account Manager

Justin James is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, contributing to the company's legacy of specialized, safety-driven freight solutions across North America. Justin works hands-on with clients to manage complex shipping requirements, including oversized loads, hazardous materials, and cross-border freight between the United States and México. He serves as a reliable point of contact who ensures every shipment is handled with the precision and accountability that Little John's clients have come to expect over 30+ years in business. Justin's customer-first mindset and thorough understanding of the company's logistics capabilities help clients move their most demanding cargo with confidence and compliance.

Portrait of Ashlyn Dale, Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services

Ashlyn Dale

Account Manager

Ashlyn Dale is an Account Manager at Little John Transportation Services, upholding the family legacy of hands-on, human-first service that has defined the company since its founding in the mid-1990s. Ashlyn works directly with clients to coordinate specialized freight solutions, ensuring that every shipment — whether heavy-haul, hazmat, or cross-border — is executed with the operational discipline and personal accountability that Little John is known for. She brings a client-centered approach to every interaction, serving as a trusted partner who provides clear, timely communication and end-to-end load management. Ashlyn's commitment to excellence helps maintain the long-standing client relationships that have made Little John the #1 specialized carrier in North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of freight can move on a flatbed truck?

Flatbed trucking is ideal for freight that cannot be loaded through a standard dock door or enclosed van, including machinery, steel, lumber, construction materials, large HVAC units, and oversized equipment. Little John Transportation Services can coordinate flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, lowboys, and specialty platforms depending on the dimensions, weight, securement requirements, and route.

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Service Areas Covered

Serving flatbed freight lanes across El Paso, North America, and key U.S.–México logistics corridors.

U.S., México & Canada

Service Area

65,000+ Carriers

Carrier Network

65M+ Miles

Annual Miles

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Recognized Leaders

Awards and Recognition

ACT Transport 50 award logo

ACT Transport 50

Recognized leader in North American specialized transport.

IC Cranes Specialized Transport recognition logo

IC Cranes Ranking

Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.

TT Top 100 Flatbed Heavy award logo

TT Top 100

Top recognition for flatbed and heavy transport.

Request Flatbed Capacity Today

Share your load details, pickup and delivery points, dimensions, timing, and any permits or cross-border requirements. Our team will review the move and respond with practical next steps.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 (479) 264-6501. You can also send us a quick email at quotes@ljtsi.com.