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

Open-deck, heavy-haul, expedited, and cross-border flatbed capacity for demanding freight lanes.
Open-deck capacity for machinery, construction materials, steel, building products, and equipment requiring crane, forklift, or side loading with experienced carrier coordination.
Specialized transport for oversize, overweight, and project cargo using step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, stretch trailers, route engineering, permits, and escort coordination.
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.
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.
Fast-moving flatbed and gooseneck options for urgent project parts, AOG support, oilfield needs, construction deadlines, and same-day machinery moves.
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.

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.
Trusted by major shippers moving complex freight across North America’s toughest transportation lanes.
Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity with real people who own every load.
30+ years moving flatbed, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight most carriers refuse.
65,000+ approved carriers provide deep flatbed capacity for El Paso and North American lanes.
CTPAT, HMSP, ISO, TWIC, and Hazmat credentials support demanding regulated freight requirements.
Bilingual teams support U.S.–México freight moving through busy border gateways like El Paso.
Experienced operators coordinating complex freight with hands-on accountability.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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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 leader in North American specialized transport.
Global ranking for cranes and specialized transport.
Top recognition for flatbed and heavy transport.
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.
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.
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.