Full Truckload
Move full flatbed loads on regional, long-haul, U.S.–Canada, and U.S.–México lanes with vetted capacity, 24/7 tracking, and a single accountable point of contact.
Move oversized, industrial, and time-sensitive flatbed freight with a Houston-based team backed by North American capacity, 24/7 tracking, and proven specialized logistics. From refinery equipment and oilfield components to construction materials and cross-border loads, Little John Transportation Services coordinates the right trailers, permits, routing, and communication for freight that demands more.

Flatbed, heavy-haul, hot-shot, LTL, expedited, and cross-border capacity for demanding freight moves.
Move full flatbed loads on regional, long-haul, U.S.–Canada, and U.S.–México lanes with vetted capacity, 24/7 tracking, and a single accountable point of contact.
Coordinate oversize, overweight, and complex project cargo using specialized trailers, permitting support, route engineering, escorts, and experienced heavy-haul teams.
Ship urgent smaller loads using goosenecks, tilt-decks, tag trailers, and flat-bed hot-shots with same-day dispatch and direct-haul priority.
Move partial flatbed freight through flexible LTL options, centralized pricing, carrier selection, and track-and-trace access across the United States and Canada.
Protect critical delivery windows with expedited flatbeds, step-decks, hot-shot trailers, direct routing, team-driver options, and 24/7 dispatch oversight.
Move flatbed and specialized freight across the U.S.–México corridor with bilingual operations, customs coordination, secure facilities, and cross-border trailer capacity.

We review pickup, delivery, commodity, dimensions, weight, loading method, schedule, and special requirements. For Houston-area industrial freight, that often means understanding refinery access, port-adjacent lanes, construction site constraints, and time-sensitive project schedules before capacity is assigned.
Trusted by major manufacturers, technology leaders, energy companies, and industrial shippers across North America.
Little John Transportation Services combines specialized capacity, disciplined execution, and accountable people.
Thirty-plus years moving heavy, complex freight most carriers refuse to handle.
Houston shippers access flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, and specialty trailers quickly.
Audited carriers, FMCSA Satisfactory Rating, and documentation built for demanding industrial freight.
Real teams answer the phone, track Houston-area freight, and own the outcome.
Experienced operators supporting Houston flatbed and specialized freight.

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 into a standard dry van, including machinery, steel, lumber, construction materials, pipe, oilfield components, HVAC units, and oversized industrial equipment. Little John Transportation Services can coordinate flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, stretch trailers, lowboys, and specialty platforms depending on dimensions, weight, securement needs, and route requirements.
Get clear answers from people who move complex freight daily.
Serving Houston shippers with flatbed capacity across major North American industrial and cross-border lanes.
U.S., México & Canada
Service Area
65M+ Miles
Annual Miles
65,000+ Carriers
Carrier Network
Tell us where your freight moves and timing requirements.
Recognized North America specialized transport leader.
Global recognition in cranes and specialized transport.
Ranked for flatbed and heavy-haul expertise.
Share your lane, dimensions, weight, timing, and special handling needs. Our team will review capacity, equipment, permits, and routing requirements, then respond with a practical flatbed transportation solution.
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.