Flatbed Freight
Secure open deck capacity for legal flatbed freight, machinery, steel, building materials, and industrial components, with vetted carriers and hands-on coordination from quote through delivery.
Move machinery, steel, building systems, and oversized freight with open deck trucking built for precision. Little John Transportation Services matches each load with vetted flatbed, step-deck, RGN, hot shot, or specialized capacity, supported by hands-on planning, 24/7 tracking, and compliance-minded teams across the U.S., México, and Canada from quote through final delivery, with accountable communication.

Open deck capacity for standard flatbed freight, oversize loads, urgent moves, permitting, and cross-border projects.
Secure open deck capacity for legal flatbed freight, machinery, steel, building materials, and industrial components, with vetted carriers and hands-on coordination from quote through delivery.
Move taller freight with step-deck capacity designed for loads that need lower deck height, careful securement, and dependable long-haul or regional routing.
Coordinate oversize, overweight, and superload freight with specialized trailers, permitting support, route engineering, escorts, tracking, and experienced heavy-haul planning teams.
Use Class 3-5 trucks, gooseneck trailers, and direct routing for urgent open deck freight, project parts, oilfield service, and same-day construction needs.
Keep time-critical open deck freight moving with team-driver service, direct routes, 24/7 dispatch, real-time tracking, and capacity for urgent project cargo.
Move open deck freight across the U.S., México, and Canada with bilingual support, customs coordination, specialized capacity, and border-focused operations.

We begin with dimensions, weight, commodity details, pickup requirements, delivery constraints, and timing. Your account contact identifies whether the move needs flatbed, step-deck, RGN, lowboy, hot shot, permits, escorts, or specialized handling.
Trusted by enterprise shippers for complex freight that requires planning, visibility, and accountable execution every time.
Choose a freight partner built for complex open deck moves.
Thirty-plus years moving open deck, heavy-haul, hazmat, and cross-border freight others often refuse.
Flatbeds, step-decks, RGNs, lowboys, goosenecks, and specialized trailers matched to each load.
FMCSA ratings, HMSP credentials, ISO certification, and audited processes support safer freight execution.
Real account teams provide 24/7 dispatch, tracking, bilingual support, and accountable communication.
Operators, account managers, and specialists behind every load.

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.
An open deck in trucking is a trailer platform without enclosed walls or a roof, such as a flatbed, step-deck, RGN, lowboy, or gooseneck. It is used for freight that is too large, heavy, tall, or irregularly shaped for a standard van trailer. Open deck loads typically require securement planning, tarping decisions, route review, and equipment matching.
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Serving complex freight lanes across North America with teams positioned near major logistics hubs.
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Recognized as a leading North American specialized carrier.
Global recognition in cranes and specialized transport.
Top-ranked flatbed and heavy freight carrier recognition.
Share your load details, dimensions, weight, origin, destination, and timing. A Little John Transportation Services specialist 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.