Full Truckload
Dedicated open-deck capacity for shipments that fill a trailer or require direct movement, supported by 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and vetted carrier oversight across regional and long-haul lanes.
Move flatbed freight across Montana with a team built for oversized, open-deck, and time-sensitive loads. Little John Transportation Services coordinates vetted capacity, permitting support, 24/7 tracking, and hands-on communication for machinery, building materials, energy components, and project cargo. From winter mountain passes to rural jobsite access, we help keep complex freight moving safely and on schedule.

Open-deck freight solutions for standard flatbed, heavy-haul, expedited, hot-shot, and permitted project cargo.
Dedicated open-deck capacity for shipments that fill a trailer or require direct movement, supported by 24/7 dispatch, tracking, and vetted carrier oversight across regional and long-haul lanes.
Specialized support for oversize, overweight, and complex project freight, including route engineering, permitting, escorts, pilot cars, tracking, and specialized trailers for heavy industrial cargo.
Flexible flatbed options for partial shipments, allowing customers to compare rates, transit options, and carrier preferences while maintaining centralized pricing and track-and-trace visibility.
Fast-moving flatbed, step-deck, and sole-use capacity for critical freight, with under 60-minute response time, direct routing, team-driver options, and 24/7 dispatch control.
Urgent gooseneck and flat-bed hot-shot service for smaller loads that need rapid dispatch, direct routing, real-time tracking, and same-day support for project parts or jobsite needs.
Permit planning and engineered routing for open-deck freight that exceeds standard legal limits, helping shippers navigate requirements for escorts, pilot cars, bridges, and regulated corridors.

We gather commodity details, dimensions, weight, loading method, pickup constraints, and delivery requirements. For Montana freight, we also review rural access, seasonal weather, and mountain-route considerations that may affect equipment choice or timing.
Trusted by major technology, manufacturing, energy, and industrial brands for freight that demands more.
A specialized freight partner built for demanding flatbed and heavy-haul work.
Over 30 years moving heavy, complex, and open-deck freight other carriers avoid.
Vetted flatbed and specialized capacity for Montana lanes, remote jobsites, and national moves.
Permits, routing, escorts, and documentation handled with audit-ready discipline from start to finish.
Real teams provide 24/7 tracking and updates through weather, distance, and delivery changes.
Experienced freight professionals managing every load with 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.
Little John Transportation Services coordinates flatbed capacity for machinery, building materials, industrial equipment, energy components, project cargo, and other freight that cannot move in an enclosed trailer. The team can also support step-deck, RGN, stretch, lowboy, and specialized trailer needs when dimensions, weight, loading method, or route conditions require more than a standard flatbed.
Get clear answers before your next flatbed shipment moves.
Coordinated flatbed capacity for Montana lanes, national projects, and cross-border freight across North America.
U.S., Canada & México
Coverage
65,000+ Carriers
Capacity
24/7 Tracking
Support
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Leading North American specialized transport ranking.
Global recognition for cranes and specialized transport.
Top ranking for flatbed and heavy-haul capability.
Share your lane, dimensions, weight, pickup window, and delivery requirements. Our team will review the details and coordinate the right flatbed capacity, permits, tracking, and support for your freight.
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.